Redesdale Bridge, Iron lattice truss bridge in Greater Bendigo, Australia
Redesdale Bridge is an iron lattice truss bridge carrying two separate roadways across the Campaspe River. It features three metal lattice girders supported by bluestone abutments with timber and wrought iron components.
The bridge was built in 1868 using iron parts salvaged from a shipwreck in Hobsons Bay. This resourceful approach reflected how settlers adapted available materials for their needs.
The bridge served as a key crossing for people moving between the goldfield towns, and it remains a recognizable landmark in this rural area.
The bridge is easy to reach and offers views of the river and surrounding landscape. Wear sturdy shoes as the walking surface can be uneven in places.
The iron used in the bridge came from a ship called Herald of the Morning that sank in 1859. This unusual origin ties the structure to Australia's maritime past in an unexpected way.
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