Newark Drawbridge, Railroad bridge across Passaic River in Newark, United States
The Newark Drawbridge is a railroad bridge that crosses the Passaic River between Newark and Harrison. The structure spans 870 feet total with a moveable center section of 221 feet and provides 20 feet of clearance for river traffic.
The original structure was built in 1836 and enabled rail connections from Orange to Newark. The bridge changed ownership several times but eventually became part of the regional rail infrastructure.
The bridge connects two communities and serves daily commuters traveling between Newark and Harrison. It remains an essential link in the regional transportation system that locals depend on for their journeys.
The bridge is operated by New Jersey Transit and serves multiple rail lines in the region. Visitors should know that the structure occasionally opens for river traffic, which can briefly affect train schedules.
Following a major modernization in 2009, the bridge continues to serve multiple train lines including the Montclair-Boonton Line. The structure demonstrates how older infrastructure can be updated to remain functional for decades.
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