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The original structure was a Towne type lattice truss. The masonry substructure of the original bridge - 5 piers and 2 abutments are still standing and support the bridge today. |
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In 1903 a flood carried away the two spans nearest to the New Jersey shore. |
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Ferry as seen in December 1903. |
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Two spans were replaced with steel through truss spans which were built in 1905. Note the original wooden covered bridge structure in the left of the photo. |