The Roberto Clemente Bridge, also known as the Sixth Street Bridge, is a self-anchored suspension bridge located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Built between 1925 and 1928, it spans the Allegheny River and connects Sixth Street and Fort Duquesne Boulevard on the left bank to Federal Street on the right bank. With a main span length of 442 feet and a total length of 884 feet, the bridge stands at a height of 40 feet above the Emsworth Dam normal pool level. It is one of the Three Sisters bridges and was the first of its kind in the United States, featuring a unique self-anchored suspension design with rigid towers holding the cable ends apart.
The Roberto Clemente Bridge, owned by Allegheny County, is a notable landmark in Pittsburgh, recognized for its beauty and engineering excellence. It was awarded for its aesthetic appeal by the American Institute of Steel Construction in 1929. The bridge's history dates back to 1819 when the first bridge was constructed at this site, followed by subsequent replacements and relocations. Today, the Roberto Clemente Bridge is an iconic symbol of the city, contributing to the vibrant downtown landscape and serving as an important transportation link for both pedestrians and vehicles.
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