Adams Street Bridge, Metal bascule bridge in downtown Chicago, United States
The Adams Street Bridge spans 199 feet across the South Branch of the Chicago River, featuring a double-leaf design that opens for water traffic.
Constructed in 1927 by the Strobel Steel Construction Company, this bridge replaced an earlier swing structure that was built following the Great Fire of 1871.
The bridge represents Chicago's engineering heritage as part of the largest collection of movable bridges constructed in a single city worldwide.
The structure accommodates westbound traffic with a 38-foot width and maintains a vertical clearance of 15.74 feet for vessels passing underneath.
The bridge's design places its trusses completely below the deck level, creating an unobstructed view for pedestrians and vehicles crossing the span.
Location: Illinois
GPS coordinates: 41.87934,-87.63809
Latest update: March 6, 2025 17:10
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