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swing bridge

Noun

Meaning

swing bridge (plural swing bridges)

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A movable bridge that has as its primary structural support a vertical locating pin and support ring, usually at or near to its centre of gravity, about which the turning span can then pivot horizontally.

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As there is no suitable diversion route available, vehicles will be parked in signed designated areas until the swing bridge reopens. Source: Internet

A two-lane steel truss swing bridge, it decayed over time, finally being demolished in 1983. Source: Internet

As momentum gathers behind the major transport project, a new proposal for a swing bridge across the River Yare is being discussed by decision makers. Source: Internet

It is a rare example of an asymmetric bob-tail swing bridge citation and was designated a Chicago Landmark in 2007. citation From Goose Island the North Branch continues to flow south east to Wolf Point where it joins the Main Stem. Source: Internet

The Ponte Girevole ( swing bridge ), built in 1887, runs across the navigable ship canal that joins Mar Piccolo (Little Sea) with Mar Grande (Big Sea) and stretches along convert. Source: Internet

The iron swing bridge at the center (over the navigation channel) has been removed. Source: Internet

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