It opened in 1912 and is named after King George V.[1] Made of reinforced concrete, it is believed to be the first road bridge of this type in Ireland.
Together they connect the Stranmillis and Annadale Embankments, with King's Bridge carrying traffic from the former to the latter.
Campbell & Son for Belfast Corporation to a design by the Trussed Concrete Steel Company of Westminster.
It was originally intended to build the bridge at an angle across the river in line with the two streets, but this was ruled out by the Belfast Harbour Commissioners due to the greater effect this would have had on barge traffic.
The bridge has a width of 30 feet (9.1 m), with two traffic lanes, and a pavement on each side.