It rises just 16 feet above the waters of Lake Pontchartrain, but the real fear factor is that it never seems to end—it spans nearly 38.62km (24 miles) from the Metairie suburb of New Orleans to Mandeville on the northern shores of the lake. From the midpoint you cannot see the shore.

Jan 1, 2020 · For more than four years, a viral video of an exceptionally steep bridge has confounded the internet. Is it a real and scary setup? Or has the video been edited?

Mar 14, 2024 · Perched majestically over the tranquil waters of Lake Pontchartrain in New Orleans, Louisiana, the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, often dubbed as the “Scary Bridge,” is a remarkable feat of engineering that has captured the imagination of …

Jun 22, 2024 · If you’re in search of more hair-raising bridges, you don’t have to look too far from New Orleans. The scariest bridge in Washington state is the Deception Pass Bridge, which carries Washington State Road 20 and connects Whidbey Island to Fidalgo Island.

The world’s longest continuous bridge over water, the nearly 24-mile-long Lake Pontchartrain Causeway Bridge connects New Orleans to Mandeville, Louisiana. Crossing the Lake Ponchartrain Causeway Bridge takes a lot of guts for someone who has aquaphobia – …

Sep 27, 2024 · This is the longest and one of the scariest bridges in the world. It sits only 16 feet above the choppy waters of the Pontchartrain Causeway below. The longer of the two bridges stretches 23.83 miles long. It has held the record as the longest bridge over water in …

Jan 15, 2024 · Covering the middle eight miles where land vanishes from sight, this bridge has been labeled as one of the scariest in the U.S. Drivers experiencing anxiety have halted in the middle, requiring police intervention.

Apr 16, 2014 · A trek across the 24-mile Causeway, listed under the "world's scariest bridges" category, is described by CNN Travel as "a pulse-quickening half-hour drive."

The Huey P. Long Bridge in New Orleans is one scary tall narrow bridge. The high volume of traffic doesn't help things, nor do the tight turns and steep grades on the approach ramps. Just as I was taking the final photo on my visit in late 2005, a train was inching its way across the bridge.

Sep 11, 2024 · From the terrifying Calcasieu River Bridge to the iconic Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, these structures are not only architectural marvels but also offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes. So, let’s dive into the world of Louisiana bridges and discover the most dreaded one. The Scariest Bridge in the World: The Calcasieu River ...