Lake Sylvan Swingbridge
Routeburn River,
Mt Aspiring National Park
Lake Sylvan bridge (Mt Aspiring National Park) is located 25 min drive from Glenorchy. This bridge is located near a popular camp site, providing access to a range of tracks in the area, including the Lake Sylvan loop track. Sylvan bridge was damaged in the 2020 flood event, and temporary repairs kept this bridge operational until September 2023. However, in September 2023, the bridge was lost in another large flood event, which led to the structure’s removal.
EML were awarded the Department of Conservation tender for the supply and construction of a 52.9m span suspension bridge and all associated establishment, disestablishment and works necessary to complete the bridge construction. The new bridge, consisting of concrete deadman anchors, steel towers, dual cables and aluminium framework was constructed May 2025, all works were completed on budget and on time.
