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The Arthur Ravenel Bridge opened during a week-long celebration in July 2005. It is an eight-lane, cable-stayed bridge with two diamond shaped towers that allow clearance for modern ocean freighters to access the Port of Charleston.
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Its predecessors, the historic Grace bridge and Pearman bridge, were a beloved part of the Charleston skyline for almost 80 years. Over time, they became obsolete and unsafe for travelers. Charleston native Arthur Ravenel spearheaded the campaign for a new bridge to be constructed over the Cooper River, replacing the old bridges.
The bridge provides more than traffic relief to residents - It also has a bike and pedestrian lane, and the world famous Cooper River Bridge Run is held here every year.