swing bridge

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• We had to wait for the swing bridge to open for a large sailboat to pass.
• The swing bridge was raised to allow a large cargo ship to pass.
• The historic swing bridge is a well-known local landmark.
• Engineers are working on replacing the old swing bridge with a modern structure.
• An operator in the control tower is responsible for opening and closing the swing bridge.
• During the war, the swing bridge was a crucial strategic point.
• A loud siren sounds just before the swing bridge begins to move.
• Boats navigating the canal must wait for the swing bridge to open.
• Modern swing bridges are controlled by sophisticated hydraulic systems.
• The town's historic swing bridge is a popular tourist attraction.
• The construction of the new swing bridge is scheduled to be completed next year.
• Maintenance work on the swing bridge caused significant delays for river traffic.
• Traffic was halted on both sides as the massive swing bridge pivoted open.
• The design of the swing bridge allows it to rotate 90 degrees.
• From our boat, we had a perfect view of the swing bridge mechanism in action.
• Residents living near the swing bridge are accustomed to the occasional noise.
• Unlike a lift bridge that goes up, a swing bridge rotates horizontally on a central pier.
• The construction of the swing bridge was a major engineering feat for its time.
• The old railway line crosses the river on a rusty but still functional swing bridge.
• A new swing bridge is planned to improve access to the industrial area.