15 Unique Bridges in America That Are Testaments of Engineering

Thanks to the advancement in software designing, and construction materials that have paved the way for bridge architectural opportunities to concentrate on whimsical, striking, and original designs that are worthy of wooing one and all. It is not unlikely to come across Americans who love setting out on road trips merely for the sake of the bridges that they cross in the journey which fills them with euphoria, given the evidence of true engineering skills and talents that they are. Here are a few of the most talked about unique bridges in America, that you would wish to step on right away.

1. Brooklyn Bridge

Brooklyn Bridge connects Brooklyn with Manhattan and is without any second thoughts, one of the most recognizable bridges in the United States of America.

2. Delaware Memorial Bridge

Initially introduced as a single span, the Delaware Memorial Bridge’s second span was finished in the year of 1968 and connects Wilmington, crossing the River of Delaware.

3. George Washington Bridge

George Washington Bridge is one most frequented bridges in America, owing to the magnificent view of the Empire State Building and the World Trade Center peeking out from the skyline of Manhattan.

4. The Chesapeake Bay Bridge

The bridge draws its name from the governor of Maryland, during whose reign, the bridge was built, and connects the western and eastern shores of Maryland.

5. Golden Gate Bridge

The Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most famous bridges on the Western coast, besides being labeled as one of the Modern World Wonders.

6. Sunshine Skyway Bridge

The Sunshine Skyway Bridge is a cable-stayed concrete bridge and is top-rated as one of the Top 10 Bridges in the world by the Travel Channel

7. Seven Mile Bridge

Seven Mile Bridge connects the Florida Keys with peninsular Florida and is considered one of the iconic structures of America that are frequented by tourists and travelers from all across.

8. Mackinac Bridge

Mackinac Bridge is known to connect the upper and lower peninsula of Michigan and is positioned as the 3^rd longest suspension bridge.

9. Tacoma Narrows Bridge

Tacoma Narrows Bridge is reported to have broken down only four months from its opening in the year 1940 and is known to be the 5^th longest suspension bridge.

10. Ambassador Bridge

This suspension bridge has a 1,850-foot-long span and is also famous for being the sole trade route between the Canadian states.

11. New River George Bridge

This bridge is known to have steel of the longest span in the western atmosphere. Thanks to its location in New Jersey, this bridge photographed quite often.

12. London Bridge

London isn’t the sole place to have a London Bridge. Lake Havasu City in Arizona is one such city to have a bridge with the same name and is enshrouded by the masonry of the original London Bridge.

13. Lake Pontchartrain Causeway

The Lake Pontchartrain Causeway in New Orleans holds out as many as four traffic lanes for the Causeway Boulevard.

14. Benson Bridge

Benson Bridges is one of the prettiest of all the footbridges in the USA and crosses the Multnomah Creek. Nestled between the cascades that give rise to the Multnomah Falls.

15. Alexander Hamilton Bridge

Alexander Hamilton Bridges has about eight traffic lanes over the River of Harlem in New York City between the Bronx and the boroughs of Manhattan.

Besides functionality, these unique bridges in America are mostly known for being incredibly beautiful and aesthetically appealing.