New York's oldest bridge just reopened after more than 40 years - here's its impressive history

The High Bridge, which has been a fixture in the city for over a century and a half, was completed in 1848. It was built before the Brooklyn Bridge, which went up in 1883, and the George Washington Bridge, which was completed in 1931.

It also played an role in bringing fresh water into the city.

But for more than 40 years, the High Bridge was closed to pedestrians.

In June, the High Bridge reopened after years of political wrangling and construction. It now connects the two boroughs, letting walkers and cyclists stroll over the Harlem River.

We trekked to the top of Manhattan to see this piece of new York history.