The oldest of the existing bridges, the High Level opened in 1849. Though sometimes painful to drive across (narrow lanes cause folk to slow down) but… Download High level bridge stock photos. Linking the north side (Edmonton) to the south side (Strathcona) since 1913. Previous bridges had been at a low level, but to avoid steep climbs at either end, a bridge must cross the Tyne gorge much higher. Shannon den Besten put it into words. Feel like you’re on top of the world on the Line’s namesake. In its time is has been described by some as one of the wonders of the world! The Anthony Wayne Bridge was completed in 1931 at a cost of $2.6 million. Attractions near High Level Bridge: (0.26 mi) The Literary & Philosophical Society (0.26 mi) Sage Gateshead (0.28 mi) The Quayside (0.32 mi) Grey Street (0.13 mi) The Tyne Bridge; View all attractions near High Level Bridge on Tripadvisor The number of suicide attempts on the High Level Bridge has dropped by 50 per cent in the year since safety barriers were installed, according to the City of Edmonton. The Bridge is lit every morning and evening, and this state-of-the-art programmable system is available for requests. High Level Bridge: High Level Bridge - See 64 traveler reviews, 17 candid photos, and great deals for Edmonton, Canada, at Tripadvisor. We hope that the people of Nova Scotia know […] 05.11.12 High Level Bridge, Newcastle Class 142 (8176619201).jpg 4,000 × 3,000; 4.77 MB The high level bridge is more than just a span across a river... it feels like part of the soul of edmonton. The streetcars are really beautiful and the short trip across the High Level Bridge is a great way to see this part of Edmonton. Designed by Robert Stephenson probably aided by John Dobson. Ashlar and cast iron. Toledo has other Maumee River crossings, some of which are historic, but they are low level crossings with movable spans to provide for navigation. This bridge is still the longest and highest of its kind in the world reaching 5,327.625 feet long (1.6km) and 314 feet high (96 meters). HIGH LEVEL BRIDGE. “We know Edmontonians’ thoughts and hearts are with the people of Nova Scotia and this is a way we can convey those feelings. The previous High Level Bridge at this location was an impressive spandrel braced metal deck arch with a trussed rib. The Anthony Wayne Bridge, commonly called simply the High Level Bridge, is Toledo's only historic high level bridge, and it is a defining landmark for the city. 1849. When the need arose for a railway bridge to link the south of England with Newcastle and Edinburgh a high level crossing was a necessity. Imagine being able to get there on foot or by bike and not have to negotiate with cars, trucks and buses.