Ramsey Harbour Swing Bridge Explained

Bridge Name:Ramsey Harbour Swing Bridge
Locale:Ramsey, Isle of Man,
Open:29 June 1892
Design:Swing bridge
Coordinates:54.3227°N -4.382°W
Length:128m (420feet)
Width:4.6m (15.1feet)

The Ramsey Harbour Swing Bridge is located on the Isle of Man and links the town centre in Ramsey with the Mooragh Promenade.

History

The bridge, which incorporates two steel trussed arches, was completed by Cleveland Bridge & Engineering Company in 1892.[1] The bridge was refurbished in Winter 2013.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Ramsey Harbour Swing Bridge. Engineering Timelines. 16 December 2014.
  2. Web site: Ramsey Swingbridge - Update. Isle of Man Government. 27 November 2013. 16 December 2014.

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