The Terralong Street rail overpass was reported as being finished, except for the final coat of paint, in the Kiama Independent 125 years ago on September 23, 1892.
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Load tests on the 100 foot long bridge supported on six steel columns filled with concrete, were reported as having taken place on May 30, 1893.
Deflection on the two central spans was one tenth of an inch (2.5mm) and on the footpath spans, one four hundredth of an inch (0.064mm).
However, tests have not been carried out on upwards deflections caused, by a removal van seen in the photograph above and others, attempting unsuccessfully to drive beneath the structure.
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The overpass has claimed a few unsuspecting motorists in its time.
In July 2016, a visiting coach driver defied the 3.4 metre clearance sign and became wedged beneath the bridge.
Again in January 2017, a truck became stuck, despite clear signage and flashing lights to warn against the possible trap.
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