Whirlpool Rapids Bridge to reopen Monday as parkway overpass removal


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The Whirlpool Rapids Bridge, commonly known as the Whirlpool Bridge or the Lower Steel Arch Bridge (before 1937), is a spandrel braced, riveted, two-hinged arch bridge that crosses the Canada-United States border, connecting the commercial downtown districts of Niagara Falls, Ontario, and Niagara Falls, New York.


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Although the name of the Bridge was officially changed to the Whirlpool Rapids Bridge in 1937, it is still referred to as the "Lower Bridge" by many people.


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The Whirlpool Rapids Bridge is located north of the Rainbow Bridge and about 2 kilometres from the Falls. Total length the bridge is 329 meters. Everyone in the car must have their own NEXUS card to use the Whirlpool Bridge. No commercial trucks are allowed on this bridge. Address: 2250 Whirlpool St, Niagara Falls, NY 14305, USA


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The Whirlpool Rapids Bridge, also known as the Lower Steel Arch Bridge, is an internationally-renowned bridge that connects the downtown areas of Niagara Falls, Ontario, and Niagara Falls, New York. It is situated about 1.5 kilometers north of the Rainbow Bridge and roughly 2 kilometers from the Falls.


Whirlpool Rapids Bridge to reopen Monday as parkway overpass removal

LEWISTON, NEW YORK - The Niagara Falls Bridge Commission (NFBC), the bi-national entity that owns and operates the Rainbow, Whirlpool Rapids and Lewiston-Queenston Bridges between Canada and the United States, recently elected its 2023 slate of officers.


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The Whirlpool Rapids Bridge, commonly known as the Whirlpool Bridge or the Lower Steel Arch Bridge , is a spandrel braced, riveted, two-hinged arch bridge that crosses the international border between Canada and the United States, connecting the commercial downtown districts of Niagara Falls, Ontario and Niagara Falls, New York.


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The Whirlpool Rapids Bridge crossing connects downtown Niagara Falls, New York with the old downtown of Niagara Falls, Canada. The border is open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Commercial trucks are not permitted to cross here. And, there is no duty-free shopping available. 04 of 04.


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Whirlpool Bridge (Niagra Falls) Wait Times & FAQ's. The Whirlpool Rapids Bridge or Whirlpool Bridge as it is more commonly known has two decks and carries both trains and passenger vehicles across the border. Commercial vehicles and pedestrians cannot pass at the Whirlpool Bridge border crossing. The crossing is widely used by Buffalo residents.


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A History & Pictorial . WHIRLPOOL RAPIDS GORGE is the section of the Niagara River Gorge located north of the Whirlpool International Bridge and the south of the Whirlpool. It has an average width of 228.5 meters (750 feet) wide). This portion of the gorge is world famous for its rapids. The width of the Whirlpool Rapids Gorge narrows to approximately 150 yards (137m).


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The Whirlpool Rapids Bridge at Niagara Falls connects the cities of Niagara Falls, New York, United States, and Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. This is a NEXUS ONLY bridge, so everybody in the vehicle must have a NEXUS pass.


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This bridge is a monumental example of a steel deck arch bridge. It is located next to the older 1898 Whirlpool Rapids Highway Bridge, also a steel deck arch bridge. Constructed over 2 decades later, the Michigan Central Railway Bridge used a bridge design that was by then well-established thanks to earlier bridges like the 1898 bridge.


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The Whirlpool Rapids Bridge lies one mile (1.6 km) north of the Rainbow Bridge and is the oldest bridge over the Niagara River. Nearby Niagara Falls International Airport and Buffalo Niagara International Airport were named after the waterfall, as were Niagara University, countless local businesses, and even an asteroid.


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Whirlpool Rapids Bridge Traffic Conditions Page Updated: Real-time This page contains the most current information on traffic conditions, border wait times, weather and road conditions for the Whirlpool Rapids Bridge border crossing. You may need to refresh this page periodically to get current information.


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Whirlpool Rapids Bridge Whirlpool Bridge - Niagara Falls - Niagara Street / River Road The Whirlpool Bridge is a NEXUS ONLY border crossing and is by far the best choice for crossing the border between Ontario province and the Buffalo area if you have a NEXUS pass and the hours of operation work for you. Often you will cross over without stopping.


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Whirlpool Rapids Bridge Lower Arch Bridge Primary Photographer (s): Nathan Holth Bridge Documented: 2005 and March 20, 2012 View Photos and Videos View Maps and Links Facility Carried / Feature Intersected Whirlpool Bridge Over Niagara River Location Niagara Falls: Niagara Region, Ontario and Niagara County, New York: Canada and United States