Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge

bridge in Charleston

#18 in Charleston / #1799 in United States of America

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The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge that spans the Cooper River in Charleston, South Carolina. It connects downtown Charleston to the town of Mount Pleasant and is a key part of U.S. Route 17. Opened in 2005, the bridge is named after Arthur Ravenel Jr., a former U.S. Congressman who was instrumental in securing funding for its construction. The structure is notable for its impressive length of 13,200 feet (approximately 4 kilometers) and its two main towers, which stand 575 feet tall. The bridge features eight lanes for vehicular traffic and a dedicated pedestrian and bicycle path, offering scenic views of the Charleston Harbor.

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