For me, the Benicia-Martinez bridge (like the Cartinez bridge) holds a special place in my heart. It was one of the last roadway design projects I worked on--one that because of environmental concerns and its close proximity to the oil refineries almost didn't happen.
Photos of two of my favorite cable bridges follow. I took these photos from the deck of a boat (April 2004) and from the passenger seat of a car (April 2002).
"I will be steel!
I will build a steel bridge over my need!
...
But my future is a secret.
It is as shy as a mole."
- Anne Sexton (1928-1974), U.S. poet, from "Letters to Dr. Y."

