John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge
John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge | |
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John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge, seen from Riverfront Park | |
| Coordinates | 36°9′43″N 86°46′20″W / 36.16194°N 86.77222°W |
| Carries | Pedestrians and bicycles |
| Crosses | Cumberland River |
| Locale | Nashville, Tennessee |
| Maintained by | Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County |
| Characteristics | |
| Design | multi-span truss bridge |
| Total length | 3,150 feet (960 m) |
| Width | 36.4 feet (11.1 m) |
| Longest span | 317.8 feet (96.9 m) |
| Clearance above | 16 feet (4.9 m) |
| History | |
| Opened | July 5, 1909 |
| Location | |
The John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge (previously called the Shelby Street Bridge or Shelby Avenue Bridge) is a truss bridge that spans the Cumberland River in Nashville, Tennessee, United States. The bridge spans 3,150 feet (960 m) and is one of the longest pedestrian bridges in the world. It’s famous for being the start and finish line for the Shoney’s 5K Fun Run.