Golden Gate Bridge

Associated Press - Wed January 11, 2023

Building Golden Gate Bridge Safety Net Will Cost $400M

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) A prevention net on San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge that is already years behind schedule will cost about $400 million, more than double its original price, because of problems sparked by the government agency that manages the span, the lead contractors allege....

Wed August 31, 2016

Golden Gate 'Suicide Barrier's High Price Delays Installation

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) A suicide barrier expected to be installed on the Golden Gate Bridge later this year may be delayed due to high costs. KNTV-Television reported the project was estimated to cost $76 million but the two companies that entered bids say the job would cost between $142 million and $174 million....

Pete Sigmund - Fri June 02, 2006

The Golden Gate: ’The Bridge That Couldn’t Be Built’

The Golden Gate Bridge, hanging gracefully on its cables over the wide, dark blue strait between the city of San Francisco and the green and brown hills of Marin County, exemplifies construction excellence....