Willis Avenue Bridge
Swing drawbridgeWillis Avenue Bridge is a swing drawbridge with 25 ft closed, opening to unrestricted height.
Clearances are from NOAA charts, referenced to mean high water. Actual clearance is lower at higher tides and storm surge. Always confirm against your vessel's air draft and the posted clearance gauge before transiting.
How to request an opening
Willis Avenue, mile 1.5,
Source: US Coast Guard drawbridge regulations, 33 CFR 117.789 (Harlem River). Confirm before transiting.
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Frequently asked
What is the clearance under Willis Avenue Bridge?+
Willis Avenue Bridge is a swing drawbridge. Its closed vertical clearance is about 25 ft, and it opens to unrestricted height. Heights are referenced to mean high water (MHW).
How do I get Willis Avenue Bridge to open?+
Contact the bridge tender on VHF-FM Channel 13, or sound the required signal. Operating schedule: Willis Avenue, mile 1.5,
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