The Tallest, Most Impressive Bridge In Missouri Can Be Found In The City Of Kansas City
By Beth Price-Williams|Published April 21, 2020
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Missouri’s home to some pretty impressive architecture — from the Gateway Arch in St. Louis to the Y-Bridge in Galena. Our beautiful state also lays claim to countless bridges, including its four remaining covered bridges. The tallest bridge in Missouri sits atop the list of the most impressive bridges in the state. If you’ve not driven over it or have not seen it for yourself, you definitely want to add the Christopher S. Bond Bridge to your must-visit list.
The Christopher S. Bond Bridge, in Kansas City, made its debut, replacing the Paseo Bridge, in September 2010 when several of the six lanes of the new bridge welcomed traffic.
However, it wasn't until December of that year that all lanes open on the Christopher S. Bond Bridge, effectively shutting down the Paseo Bridge. The process of deconstructing that bridge would be complete by the following July.
The tallest bridge in Missouri stands an impressive 314 feet, crossing over the Missouri River. More than 100,000 motorists travel over the bridge, which serves Interstate 29/35 and US 71, each day.
Originally meant to be called the New Paseo Bridge, the bridge was officially dedicated with the name Christopher S. Bond Bridge. Bond served terms as both the Governor of Missouri and as a United States Senator.
Have you ever crossed the tallest bridge in Missouri? What impressed you the most about it? Share your experience in the comments! Did you know that Missouri is also home to the unique Galena Y-Bridge?
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