About Martin Bridge
Martin Bridge is a things to do venue in Taree, New South Wales.
It was added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register in 2010. The bridge is a steel truss bridge consisting of eleven spans, each 37.1 meters long, supported by concrete structures.
It also has three steel girder approach spans, each 12.2 meters long. The total length of the bridge is 463 meters.
It replaced a steam-driven timber ferry service that had been in operation since 1902. The construction cost was A£97,000.
An article in the Newcastle Herald described the challenging working conditions during the bridge’s construction, including high pressure and deep cylinder sinking. The bridge is named after Lewis Martin, the Member for Oxley and Minister for Works and Local Government at the time.
It was a significant engineering project on the deviation of the Pacific Highway newline.
Good to know
- Type: Things to Do
- Area: Taree, New South Wales
- Phone: 1800 802 692
- Website: visit ↗
Frequently asked questions
Where is Martin Bridge?
Martin Bridge is located at Manning River Drive, Taree NSW 2430, Taree, New South Wales, Australia.
What type of place is Martin Bridge?
Martin Bridge is a things to do venue in Taree, New South Wales.
How can I contact Martin Bridge?
You can call 1800 802 692, or visit their website (linked on this page).
Find more things to do in Taree or browse the Taree local guide.
Address
Manning River Drive, Taree NSW 2430, Taree, New South Wales, Australia
Phone
1800 802 692
Website
Visit website ↗
Category
Things to Do
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