The first bridge, erected in 1885–1887, was of all-steel construction that employed a flying cantilever design to cross the main channel.

It carried a single track and was opened for passenger service at the end of July, 1887.

The second structure, the one standing today, was constructed between 1910 and 1913 and was completed by November 13, 1913.

To build the bridge, the free ends of the main spans were floated across the water on a barge.

Extra piers were added and the design changed significantly.