Fairfield Bridge

Fairfield Bridge is a concrete crossing of the Waikato River featuring three arches that span approximately 139 meters in length. The structure displays Art Deco design elements and serves as a prominent architectural feature of Hamilton's landscape.

Construction began in 1934 and was completed in 1937, with Stanley Jones from Auckland serving as the designer. Over the following decades, the structure required major restoration work to address material deterioration.

The bridge crosses a site with deep Māori roots, evident from burial sites discovered during its construction. Local people and visitors experience this river crossing as a connection to the region's indigenous heritage.

The bridge serves as an important crossing point over the river with good accessibility for pedestrians and vehicles. Visitors should note that the southern footway offers particularly interesting details to observe while crossing.

The structure serves as the starting point for a major rowing competition known as the Great Race. This connects the bridge to the city's sporting tradition.

Location: Waikato Region

Location: Hamilton

Made from material: concrete

GPS coordinates: -37.77200,175.27000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:24