There are numerous theories among meteorologists and others as to why a 50-year flood zone would rise to near-record levels three times in the past two years.  

Regardless of the cause, anyone close to the Delaware River during one of these events can tell you the sheer power of the water flowing downstream is nothing less than horrific. 

Homes, strong structures, historic bridges and buildings, were all destroyed during this flood by rising rivers and streams throughout Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey.  

Roads and parks were closed in advance.  This flood had seen a  'dress rehearsal' just 14 months before.  Preparations were made early.

At the Dingmans Bridge, this event was eclipsed only by the floods on 1955 and the 'great flood of 1903'.  The 2005 flood, according to the river gauge just to the north of the bridge, crested slightly lower, making this the third highest river crest at the Dingmans Bridge in recorded history.

The Dingmans Bridge once again defied history.  When the access roads were reopened, the bridge opened immediately (after a meticulous inspection).  There was, in fact, no damage to the bridge from the intense flood waters.

Numerous 'friends of the bridge' sent photos of the areas near and around the bridge during this flood.  Our thanks to all for their interest and concern over 'our bridge'.

 (Note:  These were 'professional' photographers.  We do not recommend being near ANY river or stream during an event such as this.  It can be life-threatening!)

Other bridge photo galleries of the floods of 2004, 2005, (as well as historic photos from 1955!) can be found throughout our website.

Today, more people travel over the Dingmans Bridge every day than ever before in history.  

It has always been our goal to provide a scenic, historic,  inexpensive,  and most-importantly, safe passage to all.

Thank you for all of your e-mails.

The 'team' and friends of the Dingmans Choice and Delaware Bridge Company.

Images copyright © 2006 Dingmans Choice and Delaware Bridge Company