Confederation Bridge, Prince Edward Island

 

This is one of the most awesome sites that you can see in the Maritime Provinces, it is definitely a must see. The Confederation Bridge, the link between New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island over the Atlantic Ocean is the worlds longest bridge over ice covered water.
The bridge is 13 kilometers(8 mi) long and takes 12 min to cross at the posted speed. The bridge cost an estimated $840 million to build. As of June 1, 1997, The Federal Government is required to make 35 annual payments to Strait Crossing Development Inc. of $41.9 million. The developer will keep the revenue generated by bridge tolls until year 2032. According to terms or agreement with the Federal Government, Straight Crossing Bridge Ltd. will operate and maintain the Confederation Bridge. This agreement covers a period of 35 years (1997-2032) after which the Bridge becomes property of the Federal Government.
It took 6,000 employees four years to construct and employment consisted of a worldwide range of people that provided highly skilled job opportunities for Atlantic Canadian workers. The average height of the bridge is 40 meters above water and the highest point is at the shipping navigation span which reaches 60 meters above the water. This allows vessels such as cruise ships, tankers etc. to pass underneath. The bridge construction began October 7, 1993 and finished May 31, 1997. The grand opening for the public was June 1st 1997.