Plaza Bridge, Stone arch bridge in downtown Ottawa, Canada
The Plaza Bridge extends across the Rideau Canal, connecting Wellington Street and Elgin Street to Rideau Street in Ottawa's central district.
The Plaza Bridge, completed in 1912, replaced two earlier structures: the Sappers Bridge from 1827 and the Dufferin Bridge from the 1870s.
A memorial commemorating the original Sappers Bridge stands near the current structure, honoring the contributions of Canadian military engineers through generations.
The bridge features three masonry spans, with the central section crossing the canal, the western portion spanning a road, and the eastern part covering a former rail tunnel.
The 1990s renovation added stairs leading directly to the Rideau Canal, enabling pedestrians to access water activities from the bridge level.
Location: Ontario
GPS coordinates: 45.42490,-75.69550
Latest update: March 9, 2025 00:26
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