Derwent River Bridge

The Derwent River Bridge is a seven span bridge 106.9 metres long with a composite concrete deck and steel beam superstructure. It was constructed between 1934 and 1936 and incorporated the latest design methods relating to composite beam and deck design. These methods of design were researched, tested and documented by the University of Tasmania in association with the Public Works Department.

The bridge is supported by concrete piers and abutments. The eastern abutment is founded on a sandstone abutment constructed in 1892 for a previous bridge.

Southern Bridge Elevation
Source: Graeme Nichols collection

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View looking east along the bridge deck
Source: Graeme Nichols collection

Pier elevation
Source: Graeme Nichols collection

Detail of girder bearings and pier crosshead
Source: Graeme Nichols collection

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