The Denham Suspension Bridge, also known as the Garraway Stream Bridge, is a historic suspension bridge located in Guyana. It spans the Garraway Stream in Potaro-Siparuni (Region 8) and was built during the British colonial era.
Key Facts About Denham Suspension Bridge
Construction Year: 1933
Named After: Governor Sir Edward Denham
Location: Potaro-Siparuni Region, near Mahdia
Purpose: Originally built to support gold and diamond mining operations in the region
Design: A single-lane suspension bridge with steel cables and wooden planks
Historical Significance
The bridge was a key part of the transportation network for miners traveling to and from Mahdia, an important gold mining town.
It was used to transport goods, machinery, and personnel across the Garraway Stream, making mining operations in the interior more accessible.
Named after Sir Edward Denham, the then Governor of British Guiana (1930–1935).
Current Status
Though no longer used for major transportation, the bridge remains a historic landmark and a tourist attraction.
It is a popular site for visitors interested in Guyana’s mining history and colonial infrastructure.
Some parts have deteriorated over time, but restoration efforts have been proposed.
