Melbourne Causeway

The Melbourne Causeway is a road bridge system spanning across the Indian River Lagoon and connecting Melbourne to nearby communities. The structure comprises multiple bridge sections arranged in sequence to carry traffic across the water in both directions.

The first crossing at this location was built in 1921 as a toll bridge with a movable span. The current system expanded over time with additional bridge sections to handle increasing traffic volume.

The causeway serves as a vital link connecting two communities separated by water and has become part of the local identity. People use it daily without thinking much about its role as both a practical route and a gathering space during special events.

The roadway is open for through traffic in both directions and functions as part of a larger road network. Travelers should be aware that crossing times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

The high-rise bridge section carries an official memorial name, yet most people who use it daily are unaware of this designation. For many, it remains simply the causeway they drive across without knowing its formal identity.