Nowra Bridge, Steel truss bridge in Nowra, Australia
Nowra Bridge is a steel structure crossing the Shoalhaven River and serving as a key link in New South Wales's transport network. The bridge carries traffic between the two banks using a series of large spans supported by substantial piers.
The structure was built in the 1880s and was designed by an American engineer who specialized in bridge construction. It was manufactured by a company that was known for quality metal structures at that time.
The bridge connects the communities of Nowra and North Nowra, serving as a central element in the transportation network of New South Wales.
The bridge carries heavy daily traffic with separate lanes for each direction of travel. Visitors can view the structure from nearby riverbanks and observe the flow of vehicles crossing throughout the day.
The bridge is one of the last operating examples of a specific American bridge design method from the 1800s. This particular construction approach was rare in Australia and makes the structure a special piece of industrial heritage.
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