Coleman Bridge, Singapore, Historic bridge in Downtown Core, Singapore
Coleman Bridge spans the Singapore River, linking Hill Street to New Bridge Road via a concrete structure enhanced by decorative lamp posts. The structure carries traffic over the river while maintaining connections to Clarke Quay and surrounding areas.
The original bridge was built in 1840 under George Drumgoole Coleman with nine brick arches supporting the structure. An iron bridge replaced it in 1886, and decorative elements from that design were later preserved in the current concrete structure.
The bridge bears the Cantonese name 'yi ma lo khiu', meaning 'the bridge at the second road', which reflects how local communities historically named landmarks. Older residents still use this traditional name in everyday conversation.
The bridge provides four vehicle lanes and two pedestrian underpasses beneath its structure for safe crossing of the river. Visitors can walk comfortably across and easily access the surrounding areas including Clarke Quay from both sides.
Ornamental railings and decorative elements from the 1886 iron bridge were deliberately preserved and integrated into the modern concrete structure. This approach creates a visible link between different historical periods in the city's development.
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