The members of the Spuzzum First Nation have resided in the area for thousands of years. Formerly a fur trade depot for the Hudson's Bay Company Brigade. Prior to the construction of the Alexandra Suspension Bridge, a ferry crossed the Fraser River here. Tolls were collected for the Cariboo Wagon Road. Today, the town boasts a few residents and continues to be a stopping point for travellers through the Fraser Canyon. Just north of the current Alexandra Bridge is a rest area and trail to 1926 bridge. The older bridge may be seen from the deck of the newer one, which forms part of Highway #1. |
The 1926 Alexandra Bridge, arches, suspension cables and deck.
Click the image for a larger view. Photograph courtesy the Gold Rush Trail Cooperative.
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