Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge in Black and White
by Steve Templeton
Title
Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge in Black and White
Artist
Steve Templeton
Medium
Photograph - Digital Photograph
Description
The Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge is a bridge in Dallas, Texas that spans the Trinity River. The bridge is named for Margaret Hunt Hill, an heiress and philanthropist, and was constructed as part of the Trinity River Project, being completed in 2012. The Dallas Skyline at dusk provides a beautiful backdrop for this iconic bridge.
The signature 40-story center-support arch was topped with a central curved span, which can now be seen from many miles away in several directions. The cable-stayed bridge supports its 1,870 feet (570 m) length and 1,197 feet (365 m) main span with a steel arch whose peak's height is 400 feet (122 m). An array of twisting cables connect the underside of the arch's curved pylon to the bridge's platform. Fifty-eight (58) white strands descend from the arch and secure themselves along the center line of the platform. The 16 feet (4.9 m) diameter support is composed of 25 individual segments, secured with 20,000 pounds (9,100 kg) of bolts and additional 450 tons (408,233 kg) of concrete. The bridge provides six lanes for vehicular traffic and is a popular evening attraction for locals and visitors alike.
Uploaded
May 25th, 2022
Embed
Share
