Which bridge in New York City crosses the Hudson River between Manhattan and Fort Lee, New Jersey?

The George Washington Bridge crosses the Hudson River between Manhattan and Fort Lee, New Jersey.

The bridge opened in 1931 and was designed as a major connection between New York City and northern New Jersey. Its two-level roadway carries traffic across the river, while pedestrian and bicycle paths use the structure as well.

The bridge’s main span is 1,100 metres. When it opened, that span was longer than any suspension bridge span then in existence, making the crossing an important engineering achievement. A second deck was added in 1962 to increase capacity.

The bridge is named for George Washington, the first president of the United States. It is sometimes confused with the Washington Bridge farther north in Manhattan, but the George Washington Bridge is the major Hudson crossing linking Manhattan directly with Fort Lee.