Nelson Mandela Bridge

bridge in Johannesburg, South Africa

The Nelson Mandela Bridge is a bridge in Johannesburg, South Africa. It was completed in 2003. The bridge was built to connect two important business areas of Braamfontein and Newton. It was named after President of South Africa Nelson Mandela.

Nelson Mandela Bridge
Coordinates26°11′48″S 28°02′03″E / 26.1967°S 28.0342°E / -26.1967; 28.0342
Carries2 lanes of vehicles and pedestrian traffic
CrossesRailway yard (42 lines)
LocaleJohannesburg
Websitewww.nelsonmandelabridge.com
Characteristics
DesignDissing+Weitling
Total length284m
Height27m
Longest span176m
History
Opened2003
Location
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