The Tallest, Most Impressive Bridge In Arizona Can Be Found At Hoover Dam

Arizona is rife with natural wonders, but we also have plenty of architectural marvels. The Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge is one of them, rising higher than any other bridge in the state.

If you've lived in Arizona for any significant amount of time, chances are you've visited Hoover Dam at least once.

There's plenty to take in at this majestic piece of history, including one man-made wonder you'll have to see to believe.

At 890 feet tall, the Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge is by far the highest bridge in Arizona.

It technically has roots in Nevada, too, but one side is firmly planted on Arizona soil.

This architectural wonder isn't only impressive by Arizona standards.

It's the second-highest bridge in the country, and the highest concrete arch bridge on earth.

Relatively new, the bridge was officially open for travel in 2010. It was the key component of the Hoover Dam Bypass Project, which rerouted US-93 to eliminate hairpin turns and blind curves.

It is named after both Mike O'Callaghan, former Governor of Nevada, and Pat Tillman, a player for the Arizona Cardinals who gave up his career to enlist in the Army. Tillman was killed in Afghanistan in 2004 by friendly fire.

The bridge was the first concrete-steel composite arch bridge built in the entire U.S. It also incorporates the widest concrete arch in the Western Hemisphere!

Vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic are all allowed on the bridge. If you're walking or cycling, don't forget to bring a camera -- the views are simply unparalleled.

Have you ever visited this man-made marvel? If so, we'd love to hear all about your experience? Is it even more impressive in person?

Check out our previous article for a very different, but still fascinating, bridge to check out: Arizona's Only Covered Bridge Is Hiding In This Tiny Town.