Murray River railway bridge, Railway bridge in Albury-Wodonga, Australia.
Description
The Murray River railway bridge is a steel structure with two tracks that crosses the river between New South Wales and Victoria. The bridge rests on cast iron piers and features wrought iron lattice girders that distribute train weight across its span.
History
John Whitton designed this structure in the 1880s as part of the railway system expansion. The bridge used innovative wrought iron construction methods that had been developed in Britain.
Culture
The bridge links two states and shapes the daily view of both towns. Its construction reflects how important the railway was for connecting communities and moving goods between regions.
Practical
The bridge is best viewed from the riverbank or from the approach areas at both ends. Visitors can observe the structure up close, though access to the railway tracks themselves is restricted.
Did you know?
The bridge features special overhead transverse frames that provide extra stability, especially important for heavily loaded trains. This technical solution was an example of advanced engineering thinking for its time.
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