The Bolte Bridge

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:bridge
gptkbp:academic_programs advanced engineering techniques used
gptkbp:awards received design accolades
won several engineering awards
gptkbp:challenges faced various construction challenges
gptkbp:community_engagement involved local communities during planning
gptkbp:community_feedback considered during planning
gptkbp:connects Docklands and the West Gate Freeway
gptkbp:construction_cost $380 million
gptkbp:construction_material steel and concrete
gptkbp:construction_method incremental launching method
gptkbp:construction_started gptkb:1999
gptkb:2004
5 years from start to finish
gptkbp:crosses gptkb:Yarra_River
gptkbp:cultural_significance iconic structure in Melbourne
gptkbp:cycle_path no dedicated cycle path
gptkbp:design gptkb:Connell_Wagner
modern architecture
gptkbp:economic_development part of urban development projects in Melbourne
gptkbp:emergency_services designed for emergency vehicles
gptkbp:enforces monitored by traffic management systems
gptkbp:environmental_impact considered during design
gptkbp:features two lanes in each direction
gptkbp:future_plans upgrades and improvements planned
gptkbp:has_public_transport limited access
limited public transport access
gptkbp:has_toll part of City Link toll system
gptkbp:height 60 meters
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Bolte Bridge
gptkbp:innovation showcases engineering innovation.
gptkbp:land_ownership required for construction
gptkbp:landmark in Melbourne
gptkbp:length 1,600 meters
gptkbp:lighting LED lighting system
gptkbp:local_economy contributes to local economy
gptkbp:location gptkb:Melbourne,_Australia
gptkbp:maintenance regular maintenance required
managed by Vic Roads
gptkbp:named_after John Bolte
gptkbp:opened gptkb:2004
then Premier of Victoria, Steve Bracks
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:City_Link
gptkbp:passenger_traffic motor vehicles
approximately 100,000 vehicles per day
designed for efficient traffic flow
integrated with City Link system
gptkbp:photography popular for sunset photography
gptkbp:public_art incorporated into design
gptkbp:safety prioritized in design and construction
gptkbp:safety_features designed to withstand high winds
gptkbp:significance major transport route
gptkbp:tourist_attraction attracts visitors for views
gptkbp:type cable-stayed bridge
gptkbp:view panoramic views of Melbourne
gptkbp:viewpoint popular for photography
gptkbp:visual_effects designed to minimize visual impact
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Docklands,_Melbourne
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7