The bridge was opened in 1921.
A previous bridge was built on the site in 1819, and was originally known as Queen Street Bridge. It was then notable for having the longest cast iron span, 240 feet, ever made. The bridge was a financial failure and closed in the late 1800s because it attracted very little vehicular traffic as other nearby bridges were toll-free, and it suffered from approaches that were too steep for horses drawing loads.
The current bridge is a Grade II listed structure.