Although the name Bixby Bridge may not ring a bell, you most likely will recognise it, as it's been in several movies, and is widely photographed. The bridge was built in 1932 by the Works Progress Administration, while the coastal highway was built to modern standards. The WPA was part of the effort to end the Depression, and was also responsible for, amony many projects, the Grand Coulee Dam and associated irrigation projects.
There are many references to this bridge on the web, but this one contains a view of the bridge under construction, and a few details of the construction.
The view from the ocean side, looking south.
The view from south. The dirt road leading inland was the location for the photograph above. I believe it's really the old road from before the bridge was built.
A wider view of the bridge.
Down the Coast