Baltimore: The City of Bridges (or is it?)
So, you want to know how many bridges there are in Baltimore? Well, buckle up, buttercup, because this is going to be a wild ride.
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A Bridge Too Far?
Let's get one thing straight: trying to count every single bridge in Baltimore is like trying to count the number of hairs on a particularly hairy Sasquatch. It's a fool's errand. We're talking about a city that's practically built on water, with rivers and creeks winding their way through it like a confused garden hose. It's a bridge-lover's paradise, but a bridge-counter's nightmare.
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The Big Ones
If we're talking about the big bridges, the ones that actually matter (you know, the ones that cars and trucks drive over), then we're in slightly less murky waters. There are a handful of these behemoths connecting different parts of the city. You've got the Harbor Tunnel Bridge, which is kind of cheating because it's more tunnel than bridge, but hey, it gets the job done. Then there's the Francis Scott Key Bridge, which, unfortunately, is currently taking a nap after a rather dramatic encounter with a ship. Let's hope it wakes up soon, traffic without it is a nightmare. And let's not forget the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bridge, which is both a bridge and a tribute to our brave veterans.
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The Little Guys
But let's not forget about the little guys. The tiny footbridges, the charming covered bridges (okay, maybe not so charming in Baltimore), the ones that lead to nowhere in particular. These are the bridges that give the city its character, its charm, its "bridgeyness". Who knows how many of these there are? Probably more than anyone wants to count.
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Bridge Trivia
- Did you know that Baltimore once had a bridge that was so short, it was practically a ramp? It was called the "Bridge to Nowhere" and it was as pointless as it sounds.
- Baltimore's bridges have seen their fair share of drama. From fires to collapses to ship collisions, these bridges have been through it all.
- There's a rumor that if you stand on a Baltimore bridge at midnight and make a wish, the bridge will grant it. Or something.
So, to answer your original question: how many bridges are there in Baltimore? The answer is: a lot. Really, a lot. And who knows, maybe one day someone will actually count them all. But until then, let's just enjoy the ride and appreciate the city's bridge-filled beauty.
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How To... Bridge Your Knowledge
- How to cross a bridge: Carefully. And maybe don't do it if you're afraid of heights.
- How to appreciate a bridge: Look at it. Really look at it. Think about the engineering that went into it. Imagine the stories it could tell.
- How to avoid traffic on a bridge: Good luck with that. But seriously, try public transportation or teleportation.
- How to design a bridge: Hire an engineer. Or just build it out of Legos.
- How to become a bridge troll: Wear a lot of green, and carry a fishing rod. Or just be really annoying.
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