International Railway Bridge

The International Railway Bridge carries freight trains across the Niagara River between Fort Erie, Ontario and Buffalo, New York using a steel truss structure. Two movable spans in the middle allow river traffic to pass through.

The bridge was built in 1901 and replaced an earlier structure from 1873 while reusing the original foundation piers. It was designed by engineer Joseph Hobson and has carried freight traffic between the two countries since then.

The bridge stands as a symbol of transportation connectivity between Canada and the United States, facilitating cross-border rail movement for over 120 years.

The bridge carries freight trains only and is not open to pedestrian traffic or casual visitors. You can view the structure from various vantage points along the Niagara River parks and shoreline.

The structure features decorative bracing and retains vintage lettering spelling 'International Bridge' on its framework. These ornamental touches from the early bridge-building era are seldom seen on modern industrial structures.

Location: Ontario

Location: New York

Part of: Canada–United States border

GPS coordinates: 42.92890,-78.91000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:59