Duplessis Bridge, Steel footbridge over Saint-Maurice River in Trois-Rivières, Canada.
The Duplessis Bridge stretches 405.4 meters across the Saint-Maurice River, connecting different sections of Trois-Rivières with its steel construction.
The original structure collapsed on January 31, 1951, during extreme cold weather conditions, resulting in four fatalities due to structural failures.
The bridge bears the name of Maurice Duplessis, a former Premier of Quebec who maintained substantial influence in the region's development.
The bridge supports both pedestrian and vehicle traffic, with separate lanes ensuring safe passage for thousands of daily commuters across the Saint-Maurice River.
Investigations following the 1951 collapse revealed that the bridge's initial failure stemmed from the use of rimmed steel containing high carbon levels.
Location: Trois-Rivières
Length: 405.4 m
Made from material: steel
GPS coordinates: 46.35830,-72.53810
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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