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Aerial Lift Bridge

Duluth, Minnesota • St. Louis County

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About This Property

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The Aerial Lift Bridge in Duluth, Minnesota, is a remarkable movable bridge that spans the Duluth Ship Canal. It allows marine traffic to pass beneath while simultaneously providing a vital link for vehicular and pedestrian traffic above.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Structure
Acreage
0.9
Listed Date
5/22/1973
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Engineering; Architecture
Periods of Significance
1900 Ad - 1949 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
No
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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