Tappan Zee Bridge Replacement

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:bridge
gptkbp:academic_programs gptkb:T._Y._Lin_International
gptkbp:architect gptkb:STV_Group
gptkbp:awards held for bridge design
gptkbp:benefits economic growth in the area
gptkbp:bridge_aesthetics modern design with scenic views
gptkbp:challenges river navigation and environmental concerns
gptkbp:community_engagement community meetings held
gptkbp:community_impact improved regional connectivity
gptkbp:connects Rockland County and Westchester County
gptkbp:construction_cost $3.9 billion
gptkbp:construction_material steel and concrete
gptkbp:construction_method design-build
gptkbp:construction_started gptkb:2013
gptkb:2017
4 years
accelerated to meet demand.
gptkbp:design gptkb:Tappan_Zee_Constructors,_LLC
cable-stayed bridge
gptkbp:design_feature LED lighting system
gptkbp:emergency_services 3 lanes in each direction
improved access for emergency vehicles
gptkbp:employees thousands employed during construction
gptkbp:enforces enhanced through design features
gptkbp:environmental_impact mitigated through planning
completed prior to construction
gptkbp:features dedicated bike and pedestrian path
gptkbp:funding federal and state funds
gptkbp:has_public_transport planned for future expansion
bus rapid transit provision
gptkbp:has_toll varies by vehicle type
gptkbp:height approximately 50 feet above the water
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Tappan Zee Bridge Replacement
gptkbp:landmark not designated as a historic landmark
gptkbp:length 3.1 miles
gptkbp:location gptkb:New_York
gptkbp:maintenance gptkb:New_York_State_Thruway_Authority
gptkbp:opened gptkb:2017
gptkbp:opening_ceremony August 2017
gptkbp:owner gptkb:New_York_State_Thruway_Authority
gptkbp:passenger_traffic approximately 140,000 vehicles per day
improved compared to previous bridge
smart technology implemented
gptkbp:project gptkb:Governor_Mario_M._Cuomo_Bridge
gptkbp:replaces gptkb:Tappan_Zee_Bridge
gptkbp:revenue tolls
gptkbp:safety_features emergency lanes
gptkbp:wing_configuration 1,200 feet
cable-stayed bridge
designed to accommodate shipping traffic
ongoing inspections required
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Kiewit_Corporation
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5