New Bedford – Fairhaven Bridge, Swing bridge between New Bedford and Fairhaven, Massachusetts.
The New Bedford-Fairhaven Bridge spans 283.2 feet across the Acushnet River, featuring a central swing section that rotates to allow maritime vessels passage.
The bridge construction started in 1897 and reached completion in 1900, establishing a permanent connection between the two communities across the Acushnet River.
The bridge serves both the maritime and urban communities, connecting two cities with deep fishing industry roots while accommodating modern transportation needs.
The bridge opens daily at specific times between 6:00 AM and 6:15 PM, with marine traffic receiving priority access through coordination with the bridge keeper.
The structure handles 30,200 vehicles daily while performing approximately 5,000 openings annually to maintain the flow of maritime commerce.
Location: Massachusetts
Official opening: 1900
GPS coordinates: 41.63920,-70.91750
Latest update: March 14, 2025 09:03
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