The main span towers are founded on 10ft diameter drilled shafts surrounded by rock islands. The towers will stand 570ft above the water.
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Cooper River Bridge will connect two major municipal areas and offers eight... -
The main span towers are founded on 10ft diameter drilled shafts surrounded... -
Light planes, located at the apex, reinforce the tower's diamond shape. These... -
The creation of a landmark architectural design in the area is the driving... -
The bridge opened to traffic in July 2005, nearly a year early. -
The diamond shaped supports are distinctive. -
Bridge construction (structural steel). -
The road deck leading to the bridge. -
Structural steel being fabricated. -
Section of the bridge being lifted into position.