MacArthur Bridge (Manila)
The MacArthur Bridge is a road bridge crossing the Pasig River between Padre Burgos Avenue in Ermita and the intersection of Plaza Santa Cruz Road, Carriedo Street, Palanca Street, and Escolta Street in Santa Cruz. It replaced the Santa Cruz Bridge, which was destroyed during World War II. The bridge is named after General Douglas MacArthur, whose military operations led to the liberation of the Philippines during World War II.
MacArthur Bridge | |
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MacArthur Bridge towards Santa Cruz, Manila | |
| Coordinates | 14.5947°N 120.9813°E |
| Carries | Four lanes of N150, pedestrians and vehicles |
| Crosses | Pasig River |
| Locale | Manila, Philippines |
| Named for | Douglas MacArthur |
| Maintained by | Department of Public Works and Highways – North Manila District Engineering Office |
| Preceded by | Jones Bridge |
| Followed by | Quezon Bridge |
| Characteristics | |
| Design | Beam bridge |
| Material | Reinforced concrete |
| Total length | 116 m (381 ft) |
| Width | 17.85 m (58.6 ft) |
| Traversable? | Yes |
| No. of spans | 3 |
| Piers in water | 2 |
| Load limit | 20 t (20,000 kg) |
| No. of lanes | 4 (2 per direction) |
| History | |
| Inaugurated | 1952 |
| Replaces | Santa Cruz Bridge |
| Location | |
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