Grand-Mère Bridge, Suspension bridge in Shawinigan, Canada
The Grand-Mère Bridge extends 288.95 meters across the Saint-Maurice River, featuring steel cables supported by metal towers on both riverbanks.
Constructed in 1929 by the Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario, this structure marked a milestone as the longest suspension bridge in Canada.
The bridge represents early 20th century engineering excellence, demonstrating the technical capabilities of Canadian and American engineers working together on infrastructure projects.
Located at coordinates 46.62, -72.676667, the bridge connects both sides of Shawinigan via route QC-153, accommodating vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
The bridge incorporates 37 steel strands in its main cables, with each strand containing 35 steel wires, establishing new standards in suspension bridge construction.
Location: Shawinigan
Inception: May 1, 1929
Length: 288.95 m
Made from material: steel
GPS coordinates: 46.62000,-72.67667
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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