San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge

The San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge, commonly referred to as the Bay Bridge, is a vital transportation link spanning the San Francisco Bay in California. Opened to traffic in 1936, the bridge serves as a crucial artery connecting the cities of San Francisco and Oakland, as well as the surrounding metropolitan areas of the Bay Area.

With a total length of approximately 8.4 miles (13.6 kilometers), the Bay Bridge consists of two main sections: the western span and the eastern span. The western span, which connects San Francisco to Yerba Buena Island, is a double-decked structure consisting of two distinct segments: the upper deck for westbound traffic and the lower deck for eastbound traffic. The eastern span, which connects Yerba Buena Island to Oakland, underwent a major seismic retrofit and replacement project following the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, resulting in the construction of a new self-anchored suspension bridge completed in 2013.

The Bay Bridge serves as a critical transportation corridor, accommodating vehicular traffic, public transit, bicycles, and pedestrians. It plays a vital role in facilitating the movement of goods and people between San Francisco and the East Bay, supporting economic growth, regional mobility, and commerce in the Bay Area. Additionally, the bridge offers spectacular views of the San Francisco skyline, Alcatraz Island, and the surrounding bay, making it not only a functional transportation infrastructure but also a cultural icon and symbol of the region's identity.

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