The Bridge That Was Paid Off in 1971 and Still Charges a Toll

In 1971, the Golden Gate Bridge paid off its original construction debt. More than 50 years later, drivers are still paying to cross. San Francisco’s most famous landmark cleared its first bill, but painting steel, fighting salt water and keeping a bridge standing never stops costing money. So where does the toll money go, and do tolls ever really disappear? What’s the most ridiculous toll you’ve paid? Tell Tony in the comments. Sources and community: https://tony99studios.com #history #americanhistory #goldengatebridge #sanfrancisco #goldengate #californiahistory #engineeringhistory #moneyhistory #truestory #historyfacts #animatedhistory #tonytalkshistory