BASCULEBRIDGE

Bascule bridge

A bascule bridge is a moveable bridge with a counterweight that continuously balances a span, or "leaf," throughout its upward swing to provide clearance for boat traffic. It may be single or double leafed.

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bascule bridge

Noun

  1. A movable bridge consisting of one or two opening leafs equipped with balancing counterweights that ease and speedy up their operation.


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