Bathurst Street Bridge, Road bridge in Toronto, Canada
Bathurst Street Bridge is a road bridge in Toronto that carries the Bathurst Street across railway tracks between Front Street and Fort York Boulevard. The structure holds four traffic lanes plus streetcar tracks, making it a mixed-use crossing for multiple forms of transport.
The bridge was originally built in 1903 as a railway crossing over the Humber River and relocated to Bathurst Street in 1916 to serve road traffic. Its steel Warren truss design reflects early 1900s engineering practices and the city's evolution from rail-focused to vehicle-focused transportation.
The bridge serves as a daily crossing point for commuters and pedestrians moving between downtown and the Fort York area. Its presence shapes how people navigate the city, with the streetcar line making it a shared public space where multiple forms of transport meet.
The crossing accommodates pedestrians, vehicles, and streetcars across multiple lanes, making it accessible from different directions. Visitors should expect active rail traffic and vehicle movement, particularly during rush hours when the bridge carries significant volume.
The bridge received its current name in 2007 to honor Sir Isaac Brock, a British general from the early 1800s, following advocacy by the Friends of Fort York organization. This naming connects the structure to the nearby military site and its significance in the region's past.
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