Charles Berry Bridge, Bascule bridge in Lorain, United States.
The Charles Berry Bridge extends across the Black River with two movable sections that lift to allow maritime traffic passage underneath.
Constructed in 1940 as the Erie Avenue Bridge, this structure held the title of largest bascule bridge in the world during its initial construction.
The bridge received its current name in 1988 to honor Marine Charles Berry, who earned the Medal of Honor at Iwo Jima.
The Ohio Department of Transportation manages the bridge operations 24 hours daily, restricting lifts during peak traffic hours for optimal flow.
The structure stands as the second-largest bascule bridge globally, featuring advanced fiber optic controls and programmable logic systems.
Location: Ohio
Inception: 1940
GPS coordinates: 41.46980,-82.17540
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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