Little Current Swing Bridge, Swing bridge in Little Current, Ontario, Canada
Description
Little Current Swing Bridge is a swing bridge in Ontario that connects two islands across a 172 meter-wide channel. The bridge features a rotating central section that swings aside to allow water vessels to pass through.
History
The bridge was built in 1913 by Algoma Eastern Railway and initially served only trains. It was later adapted for automobiles and pedestrians, and received an electric motor for its rotation in 2003.
Culture
The bridge shows how people here once relied on waterways and boat travel. It reflects how the island became connected to the mainland and how transportation methods evolved over time.
Practical
The bridge opens regularly to allow boats to pass, so walkers and drivers should expect brief delays. There is a pedestrian walkway and a single traffic lane controlled by signals for vehicle passage.
Did you know?
The bridge is the only location on the island with a traffic signal, as it was long the community's main link to the outside world. This reveals how remote and isolated the area once was.
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