Construction at Yerba Buena Island
Yesterday I had the chance to join SPUR on their annual Bay Discovery Cruise, with a special detour to examine the new construction of the Bay Bridge. Sadly my photos are of low quality, but they still present a rarely seen vantage point. For more information with photos and video, you can head to Bay Bridge 360, or Bay Bridge Info.
While this is purely a transit issue, we have to keep in mind the amazing work that is being done – all without affecting the day to day lives of commuters and building occupants. The Bridge has been closed only a few days in the past couple of years of construction, while the Western Approach was completed in the same footprint. As you drive across the span, think of how close the construction is to the foundations of 1 Rincon, and then try to imagine the coordination necessary. Very often we complain about the cost and hassle of construction, but so far CalTrans has a good record, if only the politicians had taken their hands off of it.
The Completed Skyway
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