This is a single suspension bridge from the Bridgemeister historical inventory of suspension bridges.
1863: Alexandra
Spuzzum, British Columbia, Canada - Fraser River
| Bridgemeister ID: | 63 (added before 2003) |
| Year Completed: | 1863 |
| Name: | Alexandra |
| Also Known As: | Trutch's |
| Location: | Spuzzum, British Columbia, Canada |
| Crossing: | Fraser River |
| Principals: | Andrew S. Hallidie, Joseph W. Trutch |
| Use: | Vehicular |
| Status: | Removed, 1912 |
| Main Cables: | Wire (iron) |
| Main Span: | 1 x 82 meters (269 feet) |
Notes:
- Fell into disuse, 1884. Damaged by flood 1904. Dismantled 1912. Some sources indicate the flood damage occurred in 1894.
- Replaced by 1926 Second Alexandra - Spuzzum, British Columbia, Canada.
- All past and present bridges at this location.
Image Sets:
Jochem Hollestelle and Kathy Latini contributed to the information and/or images for this bridge.
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