Winant Avenue Bridge

Winant Avenue Bridge is a bascule bridge with two leaves that spans the Hackensack River and connects Little Ferry to Ridgefield Park. The structure features four octagonal concrete towers that house the mechanical controls for raising and lowering the bridge deck.

Construction of the bridge began in 1934 as part of a major expansion of New Jersey's road system during that period. It replaced an earlier ferry and crossing service that had served the area since colonial times.

The bridge connects two communities across a river that has long served as a natural boundary and transportation route. Today it remains part of the daily travel patterns for people moving between Little Ferry and Ridgefield Park.

The bridge raises several times per year to allow river traffic to pass through, though requests for openings have become less common over time. Visitors should be aware that lifts can cause temporary traffic delays on both approaches.

The four octagonal towers at the corners were originally designed as living and working spaces for the bridge operators. These distinctive structures give the bridge a unique appearance that sets it apart from other river crossings in the region.

Location: New Jersey

Official opening: 1934

GPS coordinates: 40.85110,-74.02930

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:09