Discovering the World's Most Expensive Bridge Innovations

5. USA's Bayonne Bridge

Situated in: USA, New Jersey/New York Founded in 1931 Price: *$13 million An iconic building in the context of trans-Hudson communication, the Bayonne Bridge is rich in architectural history and architectural brilliance. With its towering steel bridge that stretches a magnificent 1,675 feet across the Kill Van Kull, it is affectionately referred to as "The Steel Ribbon."

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USA's Bayonne Bridge ©Jim.henderson via Wikipedia With unmatched elegance and efficiency, this magnificent bridge has connected Staten Island to New Jersey since it was inaugurated in 1931, playing a crucial role in regional traffic. The breathtaking length of the steel arch of the Bayonne Bridge is what really makes it stand out; it is a record-breaking accomplishment that even eclipses the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge, confirming its reputation as a representation of human creativity and architectural prowess.

6. China's Chaotianmen Bridge

Situated in China's Chongqing Founded in 2009 Expense: *$700 million This cable-stayed marvel, sometimes referred to as the “Gateway to Chongqing,” spans the magnificent Yangtze River for an astounding 1,741 metres. It merges effortlessly into the metropolitan landscape, capturing spectators with its remarkable profile and structural beauty.

China's Chaotianmen Bridge ©Glabb/Commons Wikimedia But what really sets the Chaotianmen Bridge apart is the enormous amount of work that went into building it—more than 120,000 tonnes of steel were painstakingly woven together to create this architectural marvel. This enormous project not only demonstrates China's will to push the limits of contemporary infrastructure, but it also showcases the country's engineering prowess and unwavering commitment to progress on a grand scale.