Story Bridge, Brisbane River
The story bridge opened on 6 July, 1940. It is the largest steel cantilever bridge in Australia.
The completion of this landmark bridge in Brisbane led to a growth in engineering skills and spearheaded the rapid advancement of structural engineering in Queensland.
A copy of the currently available brochure Celebrating 80 years since the Story Bridge was completed is available here.
The bridge was constructed for the Bureau of Industry by a local consortium, Evans Deakin – Hornibrook Constructions Pty. Ltd.. Dr J.J.C. Bradfield, Mr J.A. (Later Sir James) Holt and Bureau of Industry staff were responsible for the design and supervision of construction.
The bridge was the focus of a major maintenance and refurbishment program during the 1990s. The bridge is a vital link in Brisbane’s traffic system and now carries 75,000 vehicles in a day.
Engineering Heritage Recognition Program
| Marker Type | Heritage Engineering Marker (HEM) |
| Award Date | May 1988 |
| Heritage Significance | |
| Nomination Document | Available here. |
| Ceremony Booklet Ceremony Report |
Not Available |
| Plaque/Interpretation Panel Image | Available here. |
