Wanderlust World Wanderlust World The Tacoma Narrows Bridge crosses the Tacoma Narrows strait of Puget Sound, connecting Tacoma to the Kitsap Peninsula.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Length | 5,970 ft (1,820 m) |
| Main Span | 2,800 ft (853 m) |
| Height Above Water (at center) | 180 ft (55 m) |
| Deck Width (per bridge) | 39 ft (12 m) – 2 lanes + shoulder |
| Total Lanes (both bridges) | 4 (2 each direction) |
| Tower Height (above water) | 510 ft (155 m) |
The 1940 "Galloping Gertie" collapse led to the current aerodynamic designs. The 2007 parallel bridge doubled capacity.