This is a single suspension bridge from the Bridgemeister historical inventory of suspension bridges.

1838: Saint-Bernard

Saint-Bernard, Ain and Anse, Rhône, France - Saône River
Bridgemeister ID:1716 (added 2005-04-05)
Year Completed:1838
Name:Saint-Bernard
Location:Saint-Bernard, Ain and Anse, Rhône, France
Crossing:Saône River
Principals:Seguin Brothers
Use:Vehicular
Status:Replaced, 1940s
Main Cables:Wire (iron)

Notes:

  • 1933, October 4: A section of the bridge deck collapses under the weight of a truck.
Postcard, collection of Jochem Hollestelle

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