Whirlpool Rapids Bridge, Steel arch bridge between New York and Ontario.
The double-deck structure spans 329 meters across the Niagara River, featuring an upper railway level and a lower road level for vehicles.
Engineer Leffert Buck constructed this bridge in 1897 beneath the original Suspension Bridge while maintaining uninterrupted traffic flow during the entire process.
The previous bridge at this location served as a crucial crossing point for the Underground Railroad, helping people reach freedom in Canada.
The bridge operates exclusively for NEXUS card holders, requiring all vehicle occupants to present valid documentation for border crossing between the United States and Canada.
This engineering achievement stands directly above the Niagara River whirlpool rapids, where water surges through the narrow gorge at high speeds.
Location: New York
Architects: Leffert L. Buck
Official opening: 1897
Height: 75 m
Length: 329 m
Made from material: steel
Part of: Canada–United States border
GPS coordinates: 43.10920,-79.05830
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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