Caneadea Bridge

The Caneadea Bridge is a steel truss structure that spans the Genesee River in a single arch, measuring 246 feet (about 75 meters) overall. The structure is 14 feet (about 4 meters) wide and features a camelback design with decorative metal components.

After a devastating flood in 1902 destroyed the original wooden structure, the Groton Iron Bridge Company built this steel bridge in November 1903. The structure survived subsequent decades and was later preserved with modern restoration methods.

The bridge displays craftsmanship through its decorative metal details, representing early engineering practices valued by the local community. The structure itself became a symbol of recovery and modern progress after the region faced natural disaster.

The crossing is accessible to both pedestrians and vehicles and offers good views of the riverbanks and surrounding landscape. When visiting, check local conditions beforehand as the structure undergoes regular inspections and occasional restrictions may apply.

The decorative metal casing of the structure carries engraved inscriptions with the manufacturer's name and former town names that might otherwise have been forgotten. These details make it a rare example of preserved local historical information on a bridge.

Location: New York

GPS coordinates: 42.38500,-78.14972

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:08