The Margate Bridge is privately owned, in contrast to many other bridges that are managed and maintained by the government. It connects Atlantic City's "Downbeach" neighborhood to the mainland by traversing wetlands and a bay. Three fixed spans and one double-leaf bridge make up the causeway.
The bridge was built in 1932 and collected tolls until it was forced to close because of financial difficulties. It was reopened in 1939 as the Margate Bridge Company, which ran it until 1964. The Margate Bridge stock was put up for sale at that time in Federal Court. The Margate Bridge was purchased by the Capaldi and Hansen families, who made the highest offer. In the State of New Jersey, there are just three privately owned toll bridges.
The toll to cross the bridge is $2.25. I paid cash but they do offer an express card service for frequent travelers that discounts the toll to $1.65.
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