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Lions Gate Bridge

This remarkable suspension bridge, towering over the waters of Burrard Inlet, is distinguished by an elegant design that complements a spectacular mountain setting. Designed by the firm of Monsarrat & Pratley, the Lions Gate Bridge was recognized from the time of its completion in 1938 as an engineering feat, with its impressive span and such advanced features as a thin road deck and prefabricated cable strands. Built to facilitate the development of West Vancouver, the bridge quickly became a major landmark and acquired symbolic importance as the western gateway to Canada. Approved 2007

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Pont Lions Gate

Ce remarquable pont suspendu, surplombant les eaux de l’inlet Burrard, se distingue par sa conception élégante magnifiée par un décor montagneux spectaculaire. Complété en 1938 selon les plans de la firme Monsarrat & Pratley, il fut alors reconnu comme un grand ouvrage d’ingénierie en raison de son impressionnante portée et de caractéristiques novatrices comme la minceur du tablier et l’usage de câbles porteurs préfabriqués. Construit pour favoriser le développement de West Vancouver, cet important point de repère acquit la valeur symbolique de porte d’entrée occidentale du Canada. Approuvé 2007

Location: Lions Gate Bridge Road, Highway 1A/99A, Vancouver
Emplacement : Chemin Lions Gate Bridge, Route 1A/99A, Vancouver
Coordinates · Coordonnées: 49.322956, -123.150513
Source: Parks Canada – Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada commemorative plaques (Directory of Federal Heritage Designations)
Licence · Permission: Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
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