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

1834: Chitpur

Kolkata, West Bengal, India - Circular Canal
Bridgemeister ID:3559 (added 2019-12-26)
Year Completed:1834
Name:Chitpur
Also Known As:Cheetpoor, Baghbazar
Location:Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Crossing:Circular Canal
Principals:Captain John Thomson
References:ISB
Use:Vehicular
Status:Removed
Main Cables:Chain (iron)
Suspended Spans:1
Main Span:1 x 30.2 meters (99 feet)
Deck width:22 feet

Notes:

  • ISB describes its location: "...is situated at the upper end of the Circular Canal, close to the east bank of the River Hooghly, and in the main road leading direct from Calcutta to Cheetpoor and Kaseepoor."

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