A View of new Bridge from the east. Note the old bridge tender house on the left
Historic Chicago Avenue Bascule Bridge
Bridge Tender House
In November, 2018, the bascule bridge over the North Branch of the Chicago River closed. This historic structure dating back to 1914 was demolished. After a period of 3 months, an interim bridge with two eastbound and one westbound lane was installed. This temporary structure will remain in place until 2021. At This time, construction of a permanent replacement will begin.
Demolished Chicago Avenue Bridge
Demolished Chicago Avenue Bridge
Demolished Chicago Avenue Bridge
View of the new bridge from the east. Note the old bridge tender house
East end of new bridge. Note old bridge iron work
New Bridge Pedestrian Walk Note Old Bridge Tender House in the Distance
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Bridge Viewed from the West
Old Bridge Ironworks
New Bridge Manufacturers Emblem
View of North Branch of Chicago River from New Chicago Avenue Bridge
Old Bridge Iron Work
New Chicago Avenue Bridge
Old Bridge Iron Work and Old Bridge Tender House.
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