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The bridge is nice. What are the two towers for? I am guessing they raise or lower the bridge in some way.Abraham LincolnJust a Lily today, plus a shaft of sunshine on my oak tree. A blessing for a bountiful crop — I hope.Brookville Daily Photo
As far as I gather, the towers contain some of the the workings for raising the bridge. They also help support the large breakwater underneath, which ensures the inner harbour remains at mid tide level throughout the day.
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The bridge is nice. What are the two towers for? I am guessing they raise or lower the bridge in some way.
Abraham Lincoln
Just a Lily today, plus a shaft of sunshine on my oak tree. A blessing for a bountiful crop — I hope.
Brookville Daily Photo
As far as I gather, the towers contain some of the the workings for raising the bridge. They also help support the large breakwater underneath, which ensures the inner harbour remains at mid tide level throughout the day.
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