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

(suspension bridge)

Spydeberg vicinity, Viken, Norway - Glomma
Bridgemeister ID:4457 (added 2020-04-25)
Name:(suspension bridge)
Location:Spydeberg vicinity, Viken, Norway
Crossing:Glomma
At or Near Feature:Solbergfoss
Coordinates:59.637980 N 11.153810 E
Maps:Acme, GeoHack, Google, kart.1881.no, OpenStreetMap
Status:Removed
Main Cables:Wire

Notes:

  • Temporary suspension bridge used in the construction of the dam at Solbergfoss Coordinates are approximate.
  • An accident occurred in 1920 where it appears the bridge was overloaded and a main cable gave way causing a couple of trolley cars hauling rocks and workers to be thrown from the bridge including two men that disappeared.

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