new river gorge bridge

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new river gorge bridge

A car drives across the New River Gorge Bridge.

Definition

Proper noun: * A specific steel arch bridge: The New River Gorge Bridge is a major steel arch bridge that spans the New River near Fayetteville, West Virginia, USA. It is known for being one of the world's longest single-span arch bridges and a significant landmark.

Usage

The term "New River Gorge Bridge" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this single, famous structure. It is often discussed in contexts of engineering, tourism, and local culture. * The New River Gorge Bridge is an iconic symbol of West Virginia. * Every October, the bridge is closed to traffic for "Bridge Day," when base jumping and rappelling are allowed from the New River Gorge Bridge.

Advanced Usage
  • As a landmark or destination: The bridge itself is a tourist attraction and the focal point of a national park.
    • The view from the New River Gorge Bridge visitor center is breathtaking.
  • In historical or engineering contexts: Used to highlight its architectural and historical significance.
    • The construction of the New River Gorge Bridge in 1977 dramatically improved travel in the region.
Variants and Related Words
  • Bridge (n): A structure carrying a road, path, or railroad across a river, road, or other obstacle. (This is the general category to which the New River Gorge Bridge belongs).
  • Arch bridge (n): A bridge with abutments at each end shaped as a curved arch, which is the specific architectural type of the New River Gorge Bridge.
  • New River Gorge (n): The deep canyon, part of a National River and Preserve, which the bridge crosses.
Synonyms
  • The Bridge (When used locally or in clear context, it is often simply called "the Bridge" by residents of West Virginia).
  • NRG Bridge (A common abbreviation).
Related Phrases
  • To cross the New River Gorge Bridge: The action of traveling over it.
    • We will cross the New River Gorge Bridge on our way south.
  • Bridge Day: The annual festival held on the bridge.
    • Thousands of people attend Bridge Day at the New River Gorge Bridge.
new river gorge bridge

A car drives across the New River Gorge Bridge.

Noun
  1. a steel arch bridge across New River at Fayetteville, West Virginia

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