Hugh L. Carey Tunnel

The Hugh L. Carey Tunnel, commonly called the Brooklyn–Battery Tunnel, is a major underwater tunnel in New York City that connects Brooklyn to Manhattan. It runs beneath the East River, enabling vehicles to travel between the two boroughs efficiently. Named after Hugh L. Carey, a former New York governor, the tunnel is vital for daily traffic, easing congestion on bridges and surface roads. It features multiple lanes and advanced safety systems. Opened in 1950, it is one of the longest continuous underwater vehicular tunnels in North America, playing a key role in the city’s transportation network.