Driving over the Macdonald bridge Halifax Nova Scotia Canada july 2018
The Angus L. Macdonald Bridge is a suspension bridge crossing Halifax Harbour in Nova Scotia, Canada; it opened on April 2, 1955.
The bridge is one of two suspension bridges linking the Halifax Peninsula to Dartmouth in the Halifax Regional Municipality.
It is named after the former premier of Nova Scotia, Angus L. Macdonald, who had died in 1954 and had been instrumental in having the bridge built. The bridge was designed by Philip Louis Pratley, one of Canada's foremost long-span bridge designers who had also been responsible for the Lions Gate Bridge in Vancouver.[2] The bridges have a similar design, which is most notable in the towers. The contractor was Dominion Bridge Company Ltd.
The bridge regularly experiences traffic congestion during rush hours as a result of the structure's proximity to the downtown cores of Halifax and Dartmouth, as well as its narrow width. Large commercial vehicles are not permitted to cross and must use the wider MacKay Bridge to the northwest. Public transit buses are allowed to cross and the bridge links several Halifax Transit routes. In 2014/15 the average number of vehicle crossings per month was 1,183,095.
As of 2015 the toll charge to cross for regular passenger vehicles is $1.00 cash or $0.80 with the MACPASS electronic toll system (60¢ tokens were once used but are no longer accepted as of May 1, 2008). The original toll, when the Macdonald opened in 1955, was 40 cents plus 5 cents per passenger. There was also a separate toll for trucks, cyclists, pedestrians, motorcycles and horses/rider.
Canada's Golden Gate Bridge - Angus L Macdonald Bridge Halifax Nova Scotia
Canada's Golden Gate Bridge Angus L Macdonald Bridge Halifax Nova Scotia. A smaller version of the San Francisco Bay Golden Gate Bridge the style and design are very similar.Built in 1955 and named after the former premier of Nova Scotia Angus L. Macdonald . Macdonald was a main factor in having the bridge built there for the name Angus L. Macdonald Bridge.
Angus l MacDonald bridge Halifax Nova Scotia
What a beautiful sunrise song Valentine's Day 2019 and the awesome province of Nova Scotia. Enjoy the short clip of the trip away from the city from the oldest bridge
HD Driving Across Angus L MacDonald Suspension Bridge Halifax Nova Scotia Canada
Start the video at 1:35. The second drive over is much better. Just a short video of driving across the Angus L. Macdonald Suspension Bridge Halifax Nova Scotia Canada. This is both driving across the bridge both ways.
The Angus L. Macdonald Bridge, known locally as the old bridge, is a suspension bridge crossing Halifax Harbour in Nova Scotia, Canada; it opened on April 2, 1955.
The bridge is one of two suspension bridges currently linking the Halifax Peninsula to Dartmouth in the Halifax Regional Municipality.
It is named after the former premier of Nova Scotia, Angus L. Macdonald, who had died in 1954 and had been instrumental in having the bridge built. The bridge was designed by Philip Louis Pratley, one of Canada's foremost long-span bridge designers who had also been responsible for the Lions Gate Bridge in Vancouver.[1] The bridges have a similar design, which is most notable in the towers. The contractor was Dominion Bridge Company Ltd.
The bridge regularly experiences traffic congestion during rush hours as a result of the structure's proximity to the downtown cores of Halifax and Dartmouth, as well as its narrow width. Large commercial vehicles are not permitted to cross and must use the wider MacKay Bridge to the northwest. Public transit buses are allowed to cross and the bridge links several Metro Transit routes. In 2005 the average number of vehicle crossings per day was 37,739.
Driving Lower Water Street and Angus L. MacDonald Bridge - Halifax, Nova Scotia
This video features part of the downtown area of Halifax and the Angus L. MacDonald Bridge eastbound into Dartmouth. Recorded on 12 December, 2009.
The music is Silver Star of Bologna by the Penguin Cafe Orchestra.
Crossing the Snowy Macdonald Bridge, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Recorded Thursday, January 22, 2015 around 3:30pm from Halifax to Dartmouth. Lots of snow...
The Angus L. Macdonald Bridge, named after Nova Scotia's 12th premier (1933-1940), is nicknamed the 'Macdonald' or the 'Old' Bridge. It is the first suspension bridge to cross Halifax Harbour, opening in 1955. It spans 1.3km, has a clearance of 46.9m, carries between forty and fifty thousand cars a day, and has a speed limit of 50kmh. The toll is CAD$1.00 or 0.80 with a MacPass. 75% of all bridge tolls are paid with a MacPass. Except for buses, there is a 3200+kg weight restriction. There are three traffic lanes and two separated paths on each side—one for bicycles and the other for pedestrians. Bicycles and pedestrians cross free. The traffic lanes are reversible; two lanes are open from Dartmouth to Halifax from 12am-12pm and from 12pm-12am two lanes are open from Halifax to Dartmouth.
Bus Across Angus L. Macdonald Bridge, Halifax - Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Bus eye view of the harbour from the bridge. Navy base and ferries are visible, but this video is intended mainly as a sleep aid. Yes, the camera is reflected in the window, and you might even catch a reflection of the bus.
Welcome to HALIFAX (Angus L. Macdonald Bridge connect HALIFAX to DARTMOUTH)
Welcome to Dartmouth Halifax, Nova Scotia.
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Macdonald bridge in Halifax
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Halifax's Macdonald Bridge gets a major makeover
Major repairs are being made to Halifax's Macdonald Bridge and it's not even being shut down to do them.
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Angus L. Macdonald Bridge Dartmouth to Halifax 1991
Angus. L. MacDonald Bridge Fireworks In Halifax Aug 2014
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Bridge is closing for two years. They are going to raise the bridge to make it possible for large ships to pass through.
Halifax, Nova Scotia seen from the top of the Angus L. MacDonald Bridge 330 feet above the water
Halifax, Nova Scotia seen from the top of the Angus L. MacDonald Bridge 330 feet above the water. This video was taken in October 2010 during the ZipZone for Easter Seals event
Halifax Archives – Macdonald Bridge Construction, 1954
Silent video footage taken from the Halifax side of the Harbour, of the Macdonald Bridge under construction. One minute digitized clip from a twelve minute 8mm film reel of home movies from a Halifax Family: CR64-1-005
For further information visit Halifax.ca/archives
Dartmouth to Downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia - Crossing the Macdonald Bridge
A short drive on the first day of fall, 2015, from downtown Dartmouth to downtown Halifax via the Macdonald Bridge. Note the removal of the bikelane and pedway to accommodate the extra weight during the Big Lift project.
Recorded September 23, 2015.
Driving North Street and the Macdonald Bridge - Halifax, Nova Scotia
Recorded Sunday, 5th September, 2010.
This drive begins on the corner of Quinpool and Oxford at the Petro-Canada. We get onto Oxford Street until North and cross the MacDonald Bridge into Dartmouth. The MacDonald is locally known as the 'Old Bridge'.
Note the brush and branches piled on the sides of the streets; this was a day after Hurricane Earl blew through the Maritimes.
Music is by the Penguin Cafe Orchestra, Sheep Dip.
Working on the MacDonald Bridge - Halifax, NS
Up top on the MacDonald Bridge in Halifax, Nova Scotia
Halifax Odyssey Tour 2017 - MacDonald Bridge
Theme Written & Performed by Dan Armstrong
Special Thanks: Krave Burger
Wheelchair Ninja Productions
MacDonald Bridge video [Halifax - Dartmouth]. 2008
Clips & pictures of some great views & closeup footage of the MacDonald Bridge in Halifax / Dartmouth. 2008. Enjoy!
Halifax, Nova Scotia seen from the top of the Angus L MacDonald Suspension Bridge
Halifax, Nova Scotia seen from the top of the Angus L MacDonald Suspension Bridge