Gerald Desmond Bridge Replacement Project

The Gerald Desmond Bridge is a vital part of U.S. trade infrastructure — 15 percent of the nation's waterborne cargo is trucked over it annually — and a critical access route for commuters between the Port of Long Beach and surrounding communities.

Location

  • Long Beach, California, USA

Client

  • Port of Long Beach acting for the City of Long Beach - Harbor Department

Project Status

  • Opened to traffic in October 2020
Cables Per Tower
40
Elevation Above Water
205 ft
Height of Towers
515 ft
Main Span Length
1,000 ft
Total Length
~ 8,800 ft