vertical lift bridge

or verti·cal-lift bridge

noun

1. lift bridge.

Example Sentences

De Hef opened in 1927 and was the first vertical lift bridge in the Netherlands, but it is no longer in use.

From New York Times

A vertical lift bridge, it was the first of its kind in the Netherlands, and was copied from similar bridges in the United States.

From New York Times

The vertical lift bridge was erected during the Great Depression to relieve transportation pressure in the fast-growing city.

From New York Times

For some, the West Larose Vertical Lift Bridge doesn’t hold a place in their hearts as a town landmark as the Larose Civic Center, Double D restaurant or Elaine’s sno-ball stand do.

From Washington Times

Curious minds can get a glimpse of the 400 cameras trained on roads at the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s Statewide Traffic Operations Center and the operator’s house at the Wells Street Vertical Lift Bridge.

From New York Times