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Robert F. Kennedy Bridge

bridge, New York City, New York, United States
Also known as: Triborough Bridge
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The Robert F. Kennedy Bridge, formerly known as the Triborough Bridge, is a complex of three bridges in New York City that spans the East River, connecting Manhattan, Queens, and the Bronx. It is not a single bridge but a system that includes the main span, the Harlem River lift bridge, and the Bronx Kill bridge.1

The bridge was conceived in the 1920s and completed in 1936, serving as a vital transportation link. It carries vehicular traffic, including cars and buses, and is a significant part of the city's infrastructure. The Robert F. Kennedy Bridge is one of several bridges that cross the East River, alongside others like the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan Bridge.1

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  1. Manhattan Bridge
  2. East River
  3. Arthur Kill Bridge

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