Peace River Suspension Bridge

The Peace River Suspension Bridge was a hanging structure that crossed the valley of the Peace River near Taylor, connecting both banks across a significant span. The construction was technically notable for its time and its remote location in British Columbia.

The structure was built in 1943 as part of the Alaska Highway infrastructure and played a key role in the transportation network of this remote region. It remained in service for many years until it collapsed in 1957 and had to be replaced.

The bridge served as a vital connection that brought separated communities together and shaped how people moved through the region. It remains a symbol of how infrastructure tied together remote settlements on opposite sides of the river.

Access to the bridge location is possible from both sides of the valley, with surrounding paths shaped by the local terrain. Visitors should note that the remote location requires planning for travel, and conditions can be affected by weather.

The structure was built during World War II using special construction techniques to span the wide river landscape in this isolated region. This engineering feat was particularly noteworthy for the time and remote location.