Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge, Bronx, NY, USA
Description:
The Bronx–Whitestone Suspension Bridge in New York City, opened in 1929, crosses the East River and connects the Queens and Bronx neighborhoods.
There are no pedestrian sidewalks, the bridge is designed exclusively for cars. The roadway is divided into four lanes. There are signs on the air platforms that show which part of the road is open to travel.
Its total length is 1200 meters, and its width is 31 meters. Its height is about 42 meters, which ensures free passage of ships under it. Daily traffic is about 30 thousand cars.
In addition to the fact that the bridge itself looks modern and attractive, it opens a beautiful panorama of the East River Strait against the background of New York, which can be admired by passengers of passing transport.