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George Washington Bridge The busiest bridge in the world, connecting Northern Manhattan and Fort Lee, NJ. Current Travel Times Last Updated: 3:40 PM George Washington Bridge (Upper) To NY USUAL TRAFFIC 20 min Crossing Time 16 mph Current Speed 18 Alerts $17.00 Class 1 Tolls by Mail To NJ USUAL TRAFFIC 15 min Crossing Time 24 mph Current Speed

George Washington Bridge, vehicular suspension bridge crossing the Hudson River, U.S., between The Palisades park near Fort Lee, New Jersey, and Manhattan Island, New York City. The bridge was built and is operated by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.

The George Washington Bridge was first opened to traffic in 1931. During the first full year of operation in 1932 more than 5.5 million vehicles used the original six-lane roadway. As traffic demand increased, additional construction became necessary.

From 1931 until 1937, the George Washington Bridge was considered the world’s longest spanning bridge at 3,500 feet while the full length of the bridge itself was measured at 4,760 feet. In 1937, the Golden Gate Bridge of San Fransisco, California, out-spanned the lengthy GW Bridge at 4,200 feet.

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Connecting New Jersey and Manhattan, the George Washington Bridge remains one of the longest suspension bridges in the United States and is responsible for transporting millions of people into...

The George Washington Bridge is home to the world’s largest free-flying American flag, which is flown from 7:15 a.m. until 1:15 p.m. on the following days*: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Presidents Day Memorial Day Flag Day Independence Day Labor Day September 11 Columbus Day Veterans Day

On October 24, 1931, eight months ahead of schedule, New York governor Franklin D. Roosevelt dedicates the George Washington Bridge over the Hudson River. The 4,760-foot–long suspension bridge ...