Darlington's Bridge at Delaware Station

Darlington's Bridge spans the Delaware River with two levels, supporting both rail traffic on the upper deck and vehicular traffic on the lower section.

The Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad constructed the original wooden crossing in 1855, which was later replaced with an iron truss bridge in 1871.

The bridge served as a vital transportation link between Pennsylvania and New Jersey, facilitating regional commerce and community connections across state boundaries.

The Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission eliminated bridge tolls in the 1930s, making it accessible for regular commuters and commercial traffic.

Edward McCracken and his wife maintained the bridge's toll collection system with their Airedale dogs protecting the revenue from potential theft.

Location: Upper Mount Bethel Township

Official opening: December 19, 1914

GPS coordinates: 40.89947,-75.07480

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29