Victoria Bridge, Devonport

Victoria Bridge extends across the Mersey River as part of the Bass Highway, connecting the eastern and western sections of Devonport through concrete construction.

The first Victoria Bridge opened in 1901, reducing dependency on ferry services, but structural issues led to its replacement with a modern concrete structure in 1973.

The bridge marks a boundary for the Port of Devonport Authority and allows recreational fishing activities for indigenous species without requiring special permits.

A permanent speed monitoring system installed near the East Devonport end of the bridge in 2015 regulates traffic flow across this essential transportation link.

From the bridge deck, observers can spot the Julie Burgess wooden tall ship and large vessels like Spirit of Tasmania traversing the port waters.

GPS coordinates: -41.19295,146.36771

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45