Morrissy Bridge, Steel truss bridge in Miramichi, Canada.
Morrissy Bridge is a steel truss structure spanning the Miramichi River in New Brunswick, connecting communities on both sides of the waterway. The bridge features the distinctive latticed steel framework typical of truss design, allowing it to cross the river with a relatively open appearance.
The bridge was completed in 1914 and named after the Public Works Minister of that time, John Morrissy. It provided the first permanent road connection between Newcastle and southern river communities, establishing a crucial land link for the region.
The bridge holds meaning for locals who practice traditional fishing along the river and maintain their connection to the region's maritime past.
The bridge is not passable by vehicles due to permanent closure in 2008 following corrosion damage to the steel supports. Visitors can approach the structure on foot to view it from the riverbank or adjacent areas.
The bridge once featured a swing span mechanism to allow large vessels to pass through, a capability that became inactive after a 1971 collision with the cargo ship Grand Valor. This engineering feature shows how the structure was designed to accommodate river vessel traffic.
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