Iron Bridge, Railway bridge in Henichesk Raion, Ukraine.
The Iron Bridge is a railway bridge in Henichesk Raion that connects mainland Ukraine to the Arabat Spit across the Tonky Strait. The structure consists of metal framework designed to support rail traffic between the two regions.
Design and construction began during World War I in 1915, though the official opening did not occur until 1951. The decades between start and completion reflect the challenges faced during the project's extended timeline.
The bridge represents an engineering achievement where workers assembled its metal components mid-air without additional support structures.
The bridge is accessible year-round and used regularly by trains and local visitors, particularly fishermen and travelers. Visitors should note this is primarily a working railway bridge where train schedules take priority.
The structure uses the Waagner-Roth system, employing bolts and screws instead of welding to allow rapid assembly without temporary supports. This construction method was a notable technical approach for its era.
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