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Work starts on handrail for Golden Gate Bridge

The Associated Press
Monday October 28, 2002

 

SAN FRANCISCO – Work crews have started installing what Golden Gate Bridge officials are calling the most significant architectural change to the 65-year-old landmark. 

But passersby may hardly notice the new safety rail that will separate the pedestrian and bike sidewalk from car lanes. 

“Anything you put on a historic monument like that should fit in and not stand out,” said Donald MacDonald, an architect who helped design the railing.