When did the Golden Gate Bridge appear on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine?
The Golden Gate Bridge appeared on the cover of Rolling Stone Magazine on February 26, 1976. On the cover, the Golden Gate Bridge was featured as a backdrop with five …
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Can I scatter ashes of loved ones off the Golden Gate Bridge?
No, according to California Penal Code Section 219.3, any person who willfully drops or throws any object including ashes from any toll bridge is guilty of a misdemeanor.
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Is the Golden Gate Bridge part of the California state Highway System?
No, the Golden Gate Bridge is not technically part of Highway 101 or State Route 1. Technically, Highway 101 and State Route 1 end at the north abutment of the …
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Why does the Golden Gate Bridge use reversible lanes?
The Golden Gate Bridge began using reversible lanes on October 29, 1963. Reversible lanes help to aid in the flow of traffic during the peak commute hours and during weekend …
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How many cars have crossed the Golden Gate Bridge?
As of April 2011, 1,929,896,448 vehicles have crossed the Golden Gate Bridge since it opened in 1937. This figure includes both northbound and southbound traffic.
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Has the Golden Gate Bridge ever been closed?
Yes, the Golden Gate Bridge has been closed three times before, all three times the closures were due to weather conditions.
On December 1, 1951 winds reached speeds of 69mphs …
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