Wards Island Bridge, Vertical lift bridge between Manhattan and Wards Island, United States
The bridge spans 12 sections of steel beams and supports across the Harlem River, connecting East Harlem with the southwestern part of Wards Island.
Construction of the bridge began in 1949 under engineer Othmar Ammann's design, leading to its official inauguration on May 18, 1951.
The structure transformed access to Wards Island's public parks and recreational spaces, replacing an earlier wooden drawbridge that existed near 114th Street.
Following renovations in 2012, the pedestrian and bicycle bridge operates continuously throughout the year, providing a direct link from Manhattan's 103rd Street.
The central span contains a vertical lift mechanism that adjusts its height to accommodate vessel traffic passing through the Harlem River waterway.
Location: Manhattan
Inception: May 18, 1951
Official opening: May 18, 1951
GPS coordinates: 40.78470,-73.93595
Latest update: May 14, 2025 12:03
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