Tomlinson Lift Bridge, Vertical-lift railway and road bridge in New Haven, Connecticut, United States
The Tomlinson Lift Bridge spans 270 feet across the Quinnipiac River, incorporating four traffic lanes, a railroad track, and a pedestrian sidewalk.
Prior to the current structure, three different bridges occupied this location since 1797, evolving from a wooden covered bridge to a double-leaf bascule design.
The bridge stands as an engineering achievement, recognized with multiple awards including Best Project of the 2000 Decade by Associated Builders & Contractors.
The structure provides 13 feet of vertical clearance when closed and extends to 62 feet when raised, accommodating both maritime and land-based transportation needs.
This steel bridge features 128 counterweight wire ropes measuring 2.25 inches in diameter to support its 6.4-million-pound lift span structure.
Location: Connecticut
Made from material: steel
GPS coordinates: 41.29830,-72.90530
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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