Lincoln Highway Passaic River Bridge, Vertical-lift road bridge between Newark and Kearny, United States
The Lincoln Highway Passaic River Bridge extends 1,480 feet across the waterway, featuring a 222-foot vertical lift span that allows maritime traffic passage.
Construction of the steel bridge began in 1939 following War Department approval, with engineers Ash, Howard, Needles & Tamman completing the project in January 1941.
The structure carries US Routes 1 and 9 Truck traffic while serving as a segment of the East Coast Greenway, connecting communities along the Passaic River.
Maritime vessels require a four-hour notice for bridge openings, which occur approximately 20 to 30 times monthly to accommodate river navigation needs.
The bridge earned recognition for its steel construction design during its completion period, replacing an earlier swing span that delayed both water and road traffic.
Location: New Jersey
Official opening: 1941
Made from material: steel
GPS coordinates: 40.73240,-74.11800
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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