Main Street Lift Bridge

The lift bridge carrying Main Street over the Erie Canal in the Village of Fairport, assembled in 1914, rebuilt 2019 to 2021, and the canal-side heart of the village.

Here & Main measures "distance to Main" from this landmark. That is an editorial reference point for orientation, not an official center. Its position comes from the New York State Canal Corporation's lift-bridge data (Erie Canal mile 246.67); distances shown elsewhere are straight-line, not walking routes.

Good to know

The bridge lifts for larger boats during the canal navigation season. The 2026 season closes at 6 pm on October 14.

History

• The Main Street lift bridge was assembled in 1914. (source)

• It crosses the canal at a 32-degree angle and rises 4 degrees from north to south. (source)

• Reconstruction began September 4, 2019; the bridge reopened to traffic July 2, 2021. (source)

Check current notices before you go: official alerts.