Reference numberLH000350DescriptionHumpbacked bridge over the Swan River. Construction commenced in 1863 and the bridge was completed in 1866. It was built with convict labour. During the first two years of construction the average number of men employed on the bridge was 48 and of these 28 worked in chain gangs, mainly blasting and quarrying stone for the approaches. The two men responsible for its design and construction were Captain Grain R.E., and James Manning, Clerk of Works. The bridge was finally demolished in 1950.Date1900Photograph FormatPhotographDigital ItemYes
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Humpbacked bridge over the Swan River (1900). City of Fremantle Local History Centre, accessed 17/11/2025, https://history.fremantle.wa.gov.au/nodes/view/15465
