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The Golden Gate Bridge – on its 75th anniversary, a discussion of why this iconic bridge is still is good condition

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The Golden Gate Bridge – on its 75th anniversary, a discussion of why this iconic bridge is still is good condition
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This year is the 75th anniversary of the completion of the Golden Gate Bridge, the iconic suspension bridge that connects the City of San Francisco to Marin County. The 8,981-foot steel bridge – with a 4,200 foot main span – painted a distinctive dark orange, is one of the most photographed bridges in the world. While several engineers worked on the project, the Golden Gate Bridge District has given major credit for the design to Senior Engineer Charles Alton Ellis. While some younger bridges have deteriorated and been replaced, it is interesting to explore what it has taken to sustain and update this important bridge over its 75-year-life. The hosts discuss this topic with Ewa Bauer, Chief Engineer of the Golden Gate Bridge District.