Walter Taylor Bridge
The Walter Taylor Bridge which crosses the Brisbane River between Indooroopilly and Chelmer, is a unique variation of the rare Florianopolis / Steinman suspension bridge. With a length between pylons of 600 feet (183 metres), the Walter Taylor Bridge was the longest suspension bridge in Australia when completed in 1936 and remains a celebrated Brisbane heritage icon.
The bridge was originally called the Indooroopilly Toll Bridge, however was renamed in 1956 in honour of its notable constructor and founder, Walter Taylor, who built many projects throughout Brisbane in the 1920’s to 1940’s.
A copy of the currently available Walter Taylor Bridge Brochure is available here.
Engineers Australia, Engineering Heritage Queensland and Brisbane City Council celebrate the Walter Taylor Suspension Bridge as a unique Queensland landmark for engineering excellence.
Engineering Heritage Recognition Program
| Marker Type | Engineering Heritage International Marker (EHIM) |
| Award Date | 11 August 2025 |
| Heritage Significance | This bridge is a rare example of a Steinman/Florianopolis type road suspension bridge with adaption by Australian engineers including innovative use of cables from the Sydney Harbour Bridge construction. It is the longest suspension bridge in Australia and is based on a style developed by American bridge engineer David B. Steinman. While Steinman had no direct involvement in the Walter Taylor Bridge, it remains a legacy of his early career. |
| Nomination Document | Available here. |
| Ceremony Booklet Ceremony Report |
Ceremony Booklet Available
here. |
| Plaque/Interpretation Panel | Available here. or None Installed. |
