Richmond–San Rafael Bridge
bridge, California, United States
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Richmond–San Rafael Bridge, California
Clouds over the Richmond–San Rafael Bridge, California.
The Richmond–San Rafael Bridge is a vital crossing in California, connecting Richmond on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay with San Rafael in Marin County. Completed in 1956, this bridge spans 16 miles (26 km) and is a significant piece of infrastructure in the region. It facilitates travel between these two areas, contributing to the connectivity of the San Francisco Bay Area. The bridge is part of the transportation network that includes other notable crossings like the Bay Bridge and the Golden Gate Bridge.123
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