Charles Berry Bridge

The Charles Berry Bridge is a road bridge with two movable sections that lift upward to allow watercraft to pass underneath. The structure spans the Black River and accommodates both vehicular traffic and maritime passage.

The structure opened in 1940 as the Erie Avenue Bridge and initially held the title of world's largest bascule bridge. It received its current name in 1988 to honor a World War II Marine.

The bridge carries the name of a Marine honored for his valor during World War II. This naming reflects the community's connection to military service and remembrance.

The bridge operates around the clock, with lifts scheduled primarily outside rush hours to keep traffic moving smoothly. Drivers can typically cross without long delays unless watercraft require passage.

The bridge uses fiber optic control systems for its mechanical operations, making it among the most technologically advanced of its type in the nation. These sophisticated controls enable precise and reliable movement of the lifting sections.

Location: Ohio

Inception: 1940

GPS coordinates: 41.46980,-82.17540

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:52