What is the Golden Gate Bridge?
The Golden Gate Bridge was the longest suspension bridge in the world when it opened in 1937. It took over four years to build. Joseph Strauss was the chief engineer, but many people helped design the bridge, including architect Irving Morrow. The Golden Gate Bridge connects the city of San Francisco to Marin County, California.
Why is the Golden Gate Bridge important?
About 100,000 vehicles use the Golden Gate Bridge each day to travel between San Francisco and Marin County. It is one of the most photographed bridges in the world. About 40 million vehicles cross the bridge every year, and many tourists visit to walk or take pictures of it.
Did you know?
- An earthquake hit the bridge during construction, but the bridge was not damaged.
- Eleven workers died while building the bridge.
- The bridge is not golden. It is a bright red-orange color that helps it stand out in the fog.
