Deer Isle Bridge, Suspension bridge in Sedgwick, US.
The Deer Isle Bridge extends 1,088 feet across Eggemoggin Reach, connecting the Maine mainland to Little Deer Isle with two narrow traffic lanes.
Engineers Robinson and Steinman completed this bridge in 1939, implementing modifications to address wind stability issues similar to the Tacoma Narrows Bridge.
The bridge transformed island life by replacing the ferry system, making Deer Isle accessible for tourism, commerce, and residential development.
The bridge carries State Route 15 traffic at 98 feet above water level, maintaining a 200-foot-wide navigation channel for maritime vessels.
The structure features pioneering prefabrication methods, with components transported by barge to Maine, reducing construction time and expenses.
Location: Maine
Inception: June 1939
Official opening: December 31, 1939
GPS coordinates: 44.29332,-68.68927
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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