### Question
What is the definition of bridge?


### Answer
The definition of **bridge** is as follows in *33 U.S.C. § 511*:

> a lawful bridge over navigable waters of the United States, including approaches, fenders, and appurtenances thereto, which is used and operated for the purpose of carrying railroad traffic, or both railroad and highway traffic, or if a State, county, municipality, or other political subdivision is the owner or joint owner thereof, which is used and operated for the purpose of carrying highway traffic

#### Citation:
  - *33 U.S.C. § 511*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 11-BRIDGES OVER NAVIGABLE WATERS > SUBCHAPTER II-ALTERATION OF BRIDGES**

