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== Design and Engineering == The bridge's suspension design features two towers rising 380 feet above the water, supporting cables that hold the roadway deck. The main span of 1,750 feet was a world record at completion, though subsequently surpassed by other bridges. Total length including approaches exceeds 9,500 feet.<ref name="drpa"/> Paul Cret's architectural contributions gave the bridge distinctive aesthetic character. The anchorages feature Art Deco styling with decorative elements that elevate the structure beyond pure engineering. Nighttime lighting, added later and updated over the years, illuminates the cables and towers, making the bridge a visual landmark visible throughout the region.<ref name="drpa"/> The bridge carries seven lanes of vehicle traffic on the upper deck, with PATCO trains and a pedestrian/bicycle pathway on the lower deck. This multi-modal design enables diverse uses, though vehicle traffic dominates usage. The pedestrian walkway, reopened after post-9/11 security closures, provides spectacular views of the Philadelphia skyline.<ref name="drpa"/>
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