"The Henry Hudson was originally designed for leisurely weekend drives," said MTA Bridges and Tunnels President Jim Ferrara, "but through the decades (it) has evolved into a vital transportation connection in the tri-state region."
The original 1904 design for the Henry Hudson span called for an ornate steel bridge complete with columns and a statue of its namesake. It was to be completed in 1909 - the 300th anniversary of Hudson's historic river voyage.
On Dec. 12, 1936, the bridge officially opened. At 800-feet, it was the world's longest plate-girder, fixed arch bridge when it opened. A second deck was added in 1938. |
