Elgin Bridge

Elgin Bridge is a railway bridge in Barabanki that crosses where the Ghaghara and Sharda rivers meet. It carries broad gauge tracks and serves as a key transportation link over the water.

Construction of this bridge began in 1894 and was completed in 1896, marking an important infrastructure project of the late 1800s. It was named after a British official who governed India during that era.

The structure bears the name of Lord Elgin, who held the position of Governor-General of India from March 1862 to November 1863.

A water level monitoring station tracks flood conditions on the rivers. Visitors should be aware of train traffic and water fluctuations, particularly during the monsoon season.

What began as an ambitious 1894 project to cross two powerful rivers grew too small for traffic over time. A second parallel span was added nearby to handle the rising demand for trains through the region.

Official opening: December 18, 1896

GPS coordinates: 27.09792,81.48056

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:44