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 | |
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| Coordinates | 26°11′48″S 28°02′03″E / 26.1967°S 28.0342°E |
| Carries | 2 lanes of vehicles and pedestrian traffic |
| Crosses | Railway yard (42 lines) |
| Locale | Johannesburg |
| Website | www |
| Characteristics | |
| Design | Dissing+Weitling |
| Total length | 284m |
| Height | 27m |
| Longest span | 176m |
| History | |
| Opened | 2003 |
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