04-17-2024, 09:23 PM
(04-17-2024, 12:58 PM)the_conestoga_guy Wrote:(04-17-2024, 12:35 PM)timc Wrote: I don't know if replacing the Freeport bridge is desirable. It is a heritage bridge, "widely recognized as the most important bridge in the Region" (https://www.historicplaces.ca/en/rep-reg...px?id=8068).
That’s really interesting, I didn’t know it was considered a heritage feature. I’ve always just viewed it as a little sketchy since it has been visually deteriorating since I moved to the region myself. It looks like the bridge will be celebrating its 100th birthday next year, too.
I’m interested to see what the expected lifespan is after they’ve finished rehabilitating it. If/when this bridge does need to be replaced, it’s simple design should be pretty replicable. It would look even nicer with some rail tracks running on it 😎
The Bridgeport Bridge is already a replica of the Freeport Bridge, built about 10 years later. 🙂