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The Croswell Swinging Bridge is the only pedestrian
suspension bridge in Michigan.It was built in 1905 at an original cost
of $300. It spans 139 feet. The original bridge had just two cables
which were provided by Michigan Sugar Company and were used to support
the planks. To provide a handhold, two more cables were added at a cost
of $150.In August of 2006, all 128 planks were replaced at a cost of
$1,300. 