This is a single suspension bridge from the Bridgemeister historical inventory of suspension bridges.

1831: Dumdum

Kolkata, West Bengal, India - Circular Canal
Bridgemeister ID:3561 (added 2019-12-26)
Year Completed:1831
Name:Dumdum
Location:Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Crossing:Circular Canal
Principals:J. Prinsep, Captain John Thomson
References:ISB
Use:Vehicular
Status:Removed
Main Cables:Chain (iron)
Suspended Spans:1
Main Span:1 x 30.5 meters (100 feet)
Deck width:23 feet

Notes:

  • ISB describes its location: "is situated three quarters of a mile from [Circular Canal's] mouth."

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