Ninth Avenue Bridge

The Ninth Avenue Bridge is a historic bridge in Manhattan, New York City, built in 1874 to connect the neighborhoods of Manhattan and New Jersey. It is a swing bridge, meaning it can rotate to allow ships to pass underneath. Originally designed for rail traffic, it later served vehicular traffic before closing in the mid-20th century. Today, the bridge is preserved as a historic structure, representing 19th-century engineering and transportation development. Its unique design and historical significance make it an important example of early movable bridge technology in urban infrastructure.