Colonel Patrick O'Rorke Memorial Bridge

The Colonel Patrick O'Rorke Memorial Bridge spans 243 feet across the Genesee River, connecting Rochester's Charlotte neighborhood with the town of Irondequoit.

The bridge opened in 2004 to replace the Stutson Street Bridge, which had operated at this location for 87 years with a cost of 104 million dollars.

The bridge received its name from Colonel Patrick O'Rorke, a Rochester-born Civil War leader who commanded the New York 140th Infantry at the Battle of Gettysburg.

The structure features four 11-foot traffic lanes, dedicated bike paths, and wide sidewalks, while its mechanical system lifts 45 feet to allow river navigation.

The bridge utilizes a Scherzer rolling-lift mechanism with double leaves, enabling efficient movement for both vehicular traffic and marine vessels beneath.

Location: New York

Official opening: 2004

GPS coordinates: 43.24830,-77.61140

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29