Edith Cavell bridge, Road bridge in Arthurs Point, New Zealand.
The Edith Cavell Bridge spans 47.8 meters above the Shotover River, connecting the routes between Queenstown and Arrowtown with a single-lane design.
Built between November 1917 and February 1919, this parabolic rib arch truss bridge replaced a wooden structure from 1875 at a cost of 8,000 pounds.
The bridge received its name through the persistence of local miner Jack Clark, who honored English nurse Edith Cavell despite initial opposition from officials.
The structure serves as a key transportation link in the Queenstown-Lakes District, standing near the Shotover Jet tourist attraction with frequent photography opportunities.
This bridge represents the second example of parabolic rib arch truss engineering in New Zealand, following the Grafton Bridge in Auckland.
Location: Otago Region
Location: Queenstown-Lakes District
Official opening: February 13, 1919
GPS coordinates: -44.98830,168.67200
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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