The oldest suspension bridge in the United States, The Brooklyn Bridge in New York City stretches over the East River from Manhattan to Brooklyn. Completed in 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge took 13 years to build. At the time of opening the bridge was the largest suspension bridge in the world and the first wire steel suspension bridge ever. Designed by engineer John A. Roebling, the bridge is 5,989 feet long and is 85 feet wide. Through the years the Brooklyn Bridge has become a treasured landmark in the United States and has been used in numerous television shows and movies throughout the years.
