Bridge over toxic Gowanus Canal reopens after 5 years of repairs ^8.5%

Gothamist - By Stephen Nessen - 6/15/2026, 9:32 PM

Appeal to Authority 10.1% - Optimism Bias 7.6% - Recency Bias 7.6%

The historic Carroll Street Bridge reopened Monday after a five-year repair project shut down the key connection over the Gowanus Canal. The landmarked 137-year-old crossing is one of the oldest in the city and has a unique design. It’s shaped like a trapezoid and is retractable — it can split apart to allow boats and barges to pass. The... more