This is a single suspension bridge from the Bridgemeister historical inventory of suspension bridges.

1915: Deutz

Köln (Cologne), Germany - Rhine River
Bridgemeister ID:432 (added before 2003)
Year Completed:1915
Name:Deutz
Also Known As:Deutzer, Hindenburg
Location:Köln (Cologne), Germany
Crossing:Rhine River
References:AAJ, BRU
Use:Vehicular
Status:Collapsed, 1945
Main Cables:Chain (steel)
Suspended Spans:3
Main Span:1 x 184.4 meters (605 feet)
Side Spans:2 x 92.2 meters (302.5 feet)
Deck width:59.6 feet
Characteristics:Self-anchored

Notes:

  • First long-span self-anchored suspension bridge.

External Links:

Postcard, collection of David Denenberg Photo, courtesy of Peter Munson Postcard, collection of Jochem Hollestelle

Do you have any information or photos about this bridge that you would like to share? Please email david.denenberg@bridgemeister.com.


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