Canadian Pacific Railway Swing Bridge, Thunder Bay

The Canadian Pacific Railway Swing Bridge in Thunder Bay, Ontario, crosses the Kaministiquia River.
The Canadian Pacific Railway Swing Bridge in Thunder Bay, Ontario, crosses the Kaministiquia River.

The Canadian Pacific Railway Swing Bridge in Thunder Bay, Ontario, crosses the Kaministiquia River. This steel truss bridge, built in the early 20th century, pivots to allow ships passage to Lake Superior. It was a vital link for western Canadian railways and Great Lakes shipping, supporting Thunder Bay's role as a grain export hub.

Photo taken in July 2017.

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