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Bow River Bridge

Coordinates: 51°10′22″N 115°34′16″W / 51.1729°N 115.5712°W / 51.1729; -115.5712
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Bow River Bridge
Coordinates51°10′22″N 115°34′16″W / 51.1729°N 115.5712°W / 51.1729; -115.5712
CarriesBanff Avenue
CrossesBow River
Characteristics
DesignGirder Bridge
MaterialReinforced concrete
History
Contracted lead designerDr. E. Brydon-Jack
Opened1921
Location
Map

The Bow River Bridge is a road bridge that spans the Bow River in Banff, Alberta. It was built in 1921[1][2] and is currently in use. The bridge is adorned with small stones from the river and locally sourced Rundle rock.[3] The bridge also has 3 Indian head reliefs with headresses on either side.

References

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  1. ^ "Banff, AB - Official Website - The Bow River Bridge". banff.ca.
  2. ^ Martin, Barbara (13 December 2009). "Barbara Martin: Bow River Bridge". Barbara Martin.
  3. ^ Ellis, Cathy. "Banff eyes Bow bridge designation". Rocky Mountain Outlook.