The Swing Bridge Between New Bedford and Fairhaven

avatar

The Swing Bridge Between New Bedford and Fairhaven

Good morning

I went out earlier this morning for my walk and was on Popes Island and walked over the Swing Truss Bridge there, I did take some photos but have not edited them yet but it did inspire me to do a post with a selection of shots I have taken of this bridge on various walks there


swing bridge.jpg

Sony A7iv 52mm F8 1/125 Sec ISO 400
Click here to view larger


Between New Bedford and Fairhaven there are actually three bridges, but the focus on this post is the Swing Truss Bridge and it was built between 1897 and 1899 and includes a 283.2 foot long swing truss which with its age and style Whenever I visit Popes Island for a walk, I generally walk over it and occasionally get some shots of it.


swing bridge-2.jpg

Sony A7iv 58mm F7.1 1/125 Sec ISO 640
Click here to view larger


As you will notice these shots are taken on different days at different times, some with clear skies, some with clouds and some with the colors of a nice sunrise


swing bridge-3.jpg

Sony A7iv 29mm F8 1/160 Sec ISO 125
Click here to view larger



When the bridge swings open of course the barriers come down and block the road for vehicles, which I can imagine for some in a rush to get somewhere could be so frustrating, but as I am generally never in a rush it doesn't bother me I just sit in the car and chill, and watch the bridge turning open to let boats through, and turning back to open the road

its normally just as its closed and the barriers are about to lift and allow the traffic to get going again I think I should have got out of the car and taken a shot of the bridge open

Maybe next time it happens to me I will think of that earlier


swing bridge-4.jpg

Sony A7iv 46mm F22 1/125 Sec ISO 800
Click here to view larger


I would love to actually be on the swing part of the bridge when it opens one day and ride the bridge as it swings, could make for some cool shots, but I suspect they are not allowed to move the bridge is someone is standing on it


swing bridge-5.jpg

Sony A7iv 17mm F11 1.6 Sec ISO 100
Click here to view larger


and a last shot to finish off the post


swing bridge-6.jpg

Sony A7iv 25mm F8 1/15 Sec ISO 100
Click here to view larger


And that’s all folks

unless stated otherwise all photos used in my posts are taken and owned by myself, if you wish to use any of my images please contact me.

TEAMUSA JJ hive.jpg

TeamUSA is a Community for and supporting those from of in the United States, and now is in the process of rebuilding stronger than ever join us on Discord


photography phototalent photocircle ocd neoxian proofofbrain vyb pimp
0
0
0.000
37 comments
avatar

Congratulations, your post has been added to Pinmapple! 🎉🥳🍍

Did you know you have your own profile map?
And every post has their own map too!

Want to have your post on the map too?

  • Go to Pinmapple
  • Click the get code button
  • Click on the map where your post should be (zoom in if needed)
  • Copy and paste the generated code in your post (Hive only)
  • Congrats, your post is now on the map!

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

pixresteemer_incognito_angel_mini.png
Bang, I did it again... I just rehived your post!
Week 176 of my contest just started...you can now check the winners of the previous week!
10

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

I have always been fascinated by the architecture, design and implementation of bridges. You make the structures look magical, especially in this incredible photo!

Happy Tuesday! @tattoodjay

!PIZZA !LADY

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

I used to live in a town that has four draw bridges over the main river that runs between the two parts of the town. There is a saying there that you are never on time because you either get stuck by a train or a boat. Next to one of the bridges there is an old swinging bridge like this one that is stuck open. Great photos and what a cool area for you to share with us!

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

WOw 4 of them for sure a good excuse for being late LOL

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Yeah, it's pretty crazy. They just started the process of making two of them toll bridges, so that is driving even more traffic towards the other two! They are always broken too and stuck open.

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Fun variety of backdrops to this cool old bridge. I like the sunrise shots with the oranges best I think.

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

It's amazing to see the bridge's timeless charm captured through different days and weather conditions. Your post loos very attractive to my eyes. Thanks for sharing

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

I love bridges and in this case photographs taken at different times and from different angles, it's wonderful. Thank you for this @tattoodjay 😀

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

The photos look great, especially the ones you took at sunset are very impressive. It is also interesting that the bridge is so huge.🌉

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Thanks kindly your support is appreciated

Have a great day

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Se ve un puente increíble, una gran obra de ingeniería..

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Beautiful photos, the sunrise background makes it so lovely

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Nice one. Like your shots. There is something wonderful about your photography. 🙏❤😊 Thanks for sharing your expertise.

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Very beautiful photography.. reblogged ♦️

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

Thanks kindly your support is appreciated

Have a great day

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

i was on that bridge once years ago but it was open just like a normal bridge at that time

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

I got caught by it this morning had to wait for close ot 20 minutes as it opened boats passed and then closed again

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

i hope you had your camera

0
0
0.000
Reply
avatar

yeah but I was in the middle of a line of traffic so didnt get out and take photos

0
0
0.000
Reply