Santiago Calatrava - Woodall Rodgers Extension Bridge

Preliminary design
Santiago Calatrava
Woodall Rodgers Extension Bridge
Trinity River Corridor Project
Dallas, Texas

“This bridge will become an important landmark that will attract millions of visitors and residents to the Trinity River corridor. The bridge will also promote favorable land uses and neighborhood organization in the adjoining areas.”
Acting Mayor Mary Poss

Image courtesy Trinity River Corridor Project

The Woodall Rodgers Extension Bridge will be the first of several “signature” bridges proposed to be constructed across the Trinity River Corridor.

Located between the Continental Avenue and Union Pacific Railroad Bridges, the Woodall Rodgers Extension Bridge will will link West Dallas/North Oak Cliff with downtown.

Image courtesy Trinity River Corridor Project

The concept of building “signature” bridges was included in the Trinity River Corridor Project Master Plan to maximize the potential of the project, to create an image that is “Distinctively Dallas”, and to increase the beauty and benefits of the corridor.

Each “signature” bridge will have a unique design that combines distinct artistic elements with a functioning structure, often using unconventional materials and enhanced lighting.
The Woodall Rodgers might not the only bridge designed by Calatrava who, at the moment, is working on a proposal for the IH-30.

Image courtesy Trinity River Corridor Project

Calatravas preliminary design shows a six lane bridge with cables, strung from a single 400 foot parabolic arch, supporting the 1,200 feet steel and concrete bridge deck. Pedestrian connections will be designed as part of this bridge.

Image courtesy Trinity River Corridor Project

The actual length from levee top to levee top is 1,870 feet with the end approach spans measuring 100 feet between the columns.
The bridge will be of a light color with a built-in lighting system to illuminate the central support cables.

Image courtesy Trinity River Corridor Project

Presenting his model Calatrava explained the new Woodall Rodgers Bridge will be highlighting the importance of the Trinity River.
" It will not be a monument to itself, It will permit everybody to observe the value of the riverbed."

Image courtesy Trinity River Corridor Project

When completed, the entire Trinity River Corridor Project will increase flood protection, improve traffic congestion in the downtown area, encourage development of the lands along the river, as well as provide recreational amenities and environmental benefits.

A completed design is expected by April 2004.
Construction start is scheduled for August 2004
Completion expected late 2007

Client: Public Works & Transportation Dept. City of Dallas
Architect: Santiago Calatrava

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		Preliminary design Santiago Calatrava Woodall Rodgers Extension Bridge Trinity River Corridor Project Dallas, Texas “This bridge will become an important landmark that will attract millions of visitors and residents to the Trinity River corridor. The bridge will also promote favorable land uses and neighborhood organization in the adjoining areas.” Acting Mayor Mary Poss Image courtesy Trinity River Corridor Project The Woodall Rodgers Extension Bridge will be the first of several “signature” bridges proposed to be constructed across the Trinity River Corridor. Located between the Continental Avenue and Union Pacific Railroad Bridges, the Woodall Rodgers Extension Bridge will will link West Dallas/North Oak Cliff with downtown. Image courtesy Trinity River Corridor Project The concept of building “signature” bridges was included in the Trinity River Corridor Project Master Plan to maximize the potential of the project, to create an image that is “Distinctively Dallas”, and to increase the beauty and benefits of the corridor. Each “signature” bridge will have a unique design that combines distinct artistic elements with a functioning structure, often using unconventional materials and enhanced lighting. The Woodall Rodgers might not the only bridge designed by Calatrava who, at the moment, is working on a proposal for the IH-30. Image courtesy Trinity River Corridor Project Calatravas preliminary design shows a six lane bridge with cables, strung from a single 400 foot parabolic arch, supporting the 1,200 feet steel and concrete bridge deck. Pedestrian connections will be designed as part of this bridge. Image courtesy Trinity River Corridor Project The actual length from levee top to levee top is 1,870 feet with the end approach spans measuring 100 feet between the columns. The bridge will be of a light color with a built-in lighting system to illuminate the central support cables. Image courtesy Trinity River Corridor Project Presenting his model Calatrava explained the new Woodall Rodgers Bridge will be highlighting the importance of the Trinity River. " It will not be a monument to itself, It will permit everybody to observe the value of the riverbed." Image courtesy Trinity River Corridor Project When completed, the entire Trinity River Corridor Project will increase flood protection, improve traffic congestion in the downtown area, encourage development of the lands along the river, as well as provide recreational amenities and environmental benefits. A completed design is expected by April 2004. Construction start is scheduled for August 2004 Completion expected late 2007 Client: Public Works & Transportation Dept. City of Dallas Architect: Santiago Calatrava arcspace Calatrava book review August 18, 2003 Calatrava arcspace features