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Historic Sites of Manitoba: Selkirk Lift Bridge (Red River, Selkirk)This steel truss bridge over the Red River in Selkirk was constructed in 1935 by the engineering firm of Macaw & MacDonald to replace an existing ferry. The centre section is raised by a system of pulleys and counterweights to allow ship to pass under the bridge.
Sources:We thank Lisa Wilhelm, David Ennis, Rose Kuzina, and George Penner for providing additional information used here. This page was prepared by Gordon Goldsborough. Page revised: 1 November 2020
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