Bridgewater Bridge, Heritage transport bridge in Bridgewater, Tasmania, Australia
The Bridgewater Bridge extends over one kilometer across the River Derwent, incorporating both railway tracks and vehicle lanes for regional transportation.
Inaugurated in 1946, this vertical-lift bridge represented a substantial advancement in Tasmania's infrastructure development during the post-war period.
The bridge's inclusion in the Tasmanian Heritage Register reflects its role in connecting communities and shaping the regional identity of southern Tasmania.
The structure accommodates 22,000 daily crossings while allowing maritime vessels to pass underneath through its vertical-lift mechanism.
Engineers designed the bridge with three distinct functions: railway passage, road traffic, and vertical-lift capabilities, making it a technical achievement.
Location: Brighton Council
Inception: 1946
Official opening: 1946
Address: Midland Highway, Bridgewater, 7030
GPS coordinates: -42.74083,147.22528
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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