Lake Hodges Bicycle/Pedestrian Bridge
Escondido, CA
This is the world’s longest stress ribbon bridge, a suspension bridge with bearing cables embedded within the concrete deck. Only six other examples exist in North America and fewer than 50 worldwide. The Lake Hodges Bridge is 990 feet between abutments, with three equal spans and a 16-inch-thick deck. The stress ribbon design was selected due to its thin profile and the need for only two concrete piers. The design also provides a highly dramatic and graceful bridge. During rainy seasons the bridge appears to float on the lake, while during periods of drought, it is nestled within the landscape. Commissioned by the San Dieguito River Park Joint Powers Authority, the bridge connects two separate portions of an existing trail system that crosses a protected habitat.
In collaboration with T.Y. Lin International
- Client: San Dieguito River Park Joint Powers Authority
- Completion: 2009
- Size: 990' long
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