Pelham Bridge

Pelham Bridge is a bascule bridge made of concrete that spans the Hutchinson River. Its movable section rises to let boats pass through the channel below.

A new bridge structure replaced an earlier crossing in 1908 and was completed in February 1909. This replaced the older passage that had served the area before.

The bridge forms an essential part of New York's transportation heritage, reflecting early twentieth-century engineering methods and construction techniques.

The bridge opens frequently for boat traffic, which may cause brief waiting times for drivers. Allow extra time if you cross when vessels are approaching or the deck is raised.

This is one of the most actively operated drawbridges in New York City, raising itself multiple times daily. Visitors can watch the moving mechanism in action, especially during busy maritime days.

Location: New York

Official opening: October 15, 1908

Made from material: concrete

GPS coordinates: 40.86204,-73.81582

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:06