When the Fred Hartman Bridge opened in 1995, it eliminated a restrictive tunnel under the Houston Ship Channel and alleviated years of stress for countless frustrated drivers. It was also an aesthetic success, providing a new and exciting signature span for Texas. Today, it is one of the world\u2019s most well-known cable-stayed bridges, accommodating 200,000 vehicles per day.<\/p>\n
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