Beneath Sydney's Anzac Bridge lies a lesser-known landmark that's been dormant for 30 years.

The heritage-listed Glebe Island Bridge — once a vital link from the inner west into Pyrmont and the city — has stood idle since 1995 when the larger Anzac Bridge opened.

For years, residents on both sides of the harbour have called for the state government to restore and reopen it for pedestrians and cyclists.

Balmain resident and architect Andrew Benn passes above the dilapidated swing bridge on his daily commutes into his Pyrmont studio.

"I spent many years walking and cycling across the Anzac Bridge, looking down onto the old swing bridge, dreaming up and thinking about its potential," Mr Benn said.

" What's going on here? It's been laying dormant for probably 30 years now. "

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