Bourne Bridge, Road bridge in Bourne, Massachusetts, United States.
Description
Bourne Bridge is a steel arch crossing in Bourne, Massachusetts, linking Cape Cod to the mainland over the canal. The roadway rests on a metal arch frame and carries four lanes plus a narrow walkway along the western side.
History
The crossing opened in 1933, replacing an older drawbridge after the canal was widened. Construction took place under a federal program during the economic downturn of that decade.
Culture
The American Institute of Steel Construction recognized the bridge with a Class A Award of Merit for its steel design in 1934.
Practical
The lanes are fairly tight with no shoulder, so traffic often slows and merges early. The walkway is open for pedestrians, though wind can be strong at that height.
Did you know?
Cargo ships and small coastal vessels pass beneath the arch because the canal clearance is wide enough for commercial traffic. On clear days you can watch the water current from the walkway and sometimes spot anglers along the shore.
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