Rachel Carson Bridge

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9th St
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

The Rachel Carson Bridge, formerly known as the Ninth Street Bridge, spans the Allegheny River in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This iconic structure serves as a vital transportation link connecting the downtown area with the North Shore.

Featuring a distinctive yellow color and elegant arch design, the Rachel Carson Bridge is a prominent landmark in the city's skyline. Its pedestrian walkways offer stunning views of the river and surrounding cityscape, making it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike to enjoy a leisurely stroll.

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Matthew U.
8/26/2015

Who shuts down a bridge for a festival? Pittsburgh does. That's why I love Pittsburgh, they use all their resources. I mean, not to sound redundant, Pittsburgh has 446 bridges, why not utilize...

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Dani J.
4/4/2024

It's a beautiful bridge and a nice way to get from the North Shore to downtown. I also appreciate it being named after Pittsburghs own Mother of Environmentalism. .

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Jennifer B.
7/23/2016

I'm reviewing picklesburgh that takes place on this bridge - so cool that they shut down the bridge so we can celebrate pickles! Fun event - they have beer, food and bands - check it aht!

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Arlene M.
10/18/2015

This is one of the "three sister" bridges that span across the Allegheny River. On a sunny day you can get great views of PNC park in one direction or of the Convention Center in the other...

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Joe D.
7/19/2011

The Rachel Carson Bridge is formally the 9th street bridge, named in honor of the Springdale native. An ecologist, she penned the book Silent Spring, which proved the pesticide DDT was killing...

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