Nestled at the border between Nevada and Arizona, the Hoover Dam Bypass (also known as the Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge) is a magnificent achievement of engineering. The spectacular bridge, which was named after two national heroes, serves as a vital link in the American highway network, allowing vehicles to cross the river quickly and easily while also easing traffic and improving air quality.
The steel arch that soars 900 feet above the river was chosen for the bridge's design because it is strong enough to resist the area's frequent hurricane-force winds and seismic activity. Breathtaking scenery may be seen from this point on the longest single-span concrete arch bridge in the Western Hemisphere.
Many endangered species had to be relocated, pollution controls had to be put in place, and green building techniques had to be used for this project to succeed. Its building is a reminder that with enough effort and cooperation, people can accomplish great things.
U.S. Route 93, Las Vegas, NV