HistoricBridges.org

Special Bridge Conditions Legend: R - Former location of relocated bridge. ! - At risk for demolition or destruction. X - Confirmed demolished or collapsed. S - Dismantled and/or in storage. L - Severe loss of historic integrity due to alteration.

Well's Bridge
1/2 Mile Road Bridge / Marl Lake Road Bridge
HSR

Marl Lake Road (1/2 Mile Road) Over Nottawa Creek (Nottawassepee River) in Rural: Branch County, Michigan and Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Unknown

At 80 feet, this is a rather short example of a through truss.

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Gibson Bridge
1st Line South Bridge
HSR

1st Line Over Irvine Creek in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Charles Borromeo Mattaini of Fergus, Ontario

This beautiful heritage bridge is the earliest example of its type in Centre-Wellington township.

2nd Street Bridge
HSR

2nd Street (Bloomfield Avenue) Over Little Buffalo Creek in Newport: Perry County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive stone arch contributes to a historic district.

2nd Street Bridge
South Side Bridge
HSR

2nd Street Over Kalamazoo River in Allegan: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 229 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

A beautiful through truss forms the centerpiece for this town and was built by the prominent King Bridge Company.

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2nd Street Bridge
HSR

2nd Street Over Swartz Creek in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Price Brothers Company of Lansing, Michigan

This is the last of Flint's three largest downtown area arch bridges, and is in poor condition.

2nd Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Amtrak, Norfolk Southern) Over 2nd Street in Niles: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: ?.R. Porter

A nice stone arch bridge is located near the large railroad deck truss in Niles.

3rd Avenue Bridge
HSR

3rd Avenue Over Mississippi River in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,888 ft. Main Span: 237 ft. Roadway: 58.7 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1917 By: Unknown and Frederick William Cappelen and Kristoffer Olsen Oustad

Although altered, this unique s-curve bridge retains its rare arch ribs with Melan type reinforcing.

3rd Street Bridge
HSR

3rd Street (PA-3035) Over East Branch White Clay Creek in Avondale: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1912 By: D. E. O'Connell and Sons and Nathan R. Rambo

This small stone arch bridge has two spans of different size.

3rd Street Bridge
Lefty O'Doul Bridge
HSR

3rd Street Over China Basin in San Francisco: San Francisco County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 295 ft. Main Span: 143 ft. Roadway: 71.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Barrett and Hilp of San Francisco, California and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This Strauss heel-trunnion bascule bridge has an extra section of roadway cantilevered out from one side of the bridge.

3rd Street Bridge
Newport Pennsylvania Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Little Buffalo Creek in Newport: Perry County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

One of three attractive stone arch bridges over this creek in Newport.

3 Mile Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Coopersville and Marne Railway) Over 3 Mile Road in Walker: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1961 By: Owen-Ames-Kimball Company and Michigan State Highway Department

A late example of a Michigan State Highway Department grade separation.

3rd Street Bridge
HSR

3rd Street Over Thames River in Chatham: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Railing Height Girder, Fixed

Length: 308 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 37.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1962 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario and Hazelet and Erdal of Chicago, Illinois

This is the newer and larger of two movable bridges in Chatham.

3rd Street Islais Creek Bridge
Levon Hagop Nishkian Bridge
HSR

3rd Street Over Islais Creek in San Francisco: San Francisco County, California, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion)

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 68.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1945 By: Unknown and Leon Hagop Nishkian of San Francisco, California

This wide bascule with three girder lines has racks that extend above the deck.

4th Street Bridge
HSR

4th Street Over I-94 in Rural: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 259 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Holloway Construction Company of Livonia and Wixom, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

One of two graceful curved t-beam bridges in Kalamazoo County I managed to visit just before their historic integrity was compromised.

4th Street Bridge
Broadway Avenue Bridge
HSR

4th Street (Broadway Avenue) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in North Irwin: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1900 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

Part of a historic railroad, this plate girder is also noted for its continuous design and association with a noteworthy builder.

4th Avenue Bridge
HSR

4th Avenue (Repurposed As Walkway) Over Railroad (Abandoned BNSF) in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 37 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This unusual and significant historic pony truss bridge was left in place despite a complete redevelopment around it.

4th Street Bridge
HSR

4th Street (PA-34) Over Little Buffalo Creek in Newport: Perry County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 23 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This attractive bridge is a traditionally composed stone arch bridge.

4th Street Bridge
Peter R. Maloney Bridge
HSR

4th Street Over China Basin in San Francisco: San Francisco County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 205 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Thomson Bridge Company of San Francisco, California and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge is an early and rare example of a Strauss vertical overhead counterweight type bascule.

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4th Street Bridge
HSR

4th Street Over Licking River in Covington and Newport: Kenton County, Kentucky and Campbell County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,002 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This is an impressive 1930s Warren camelback truss bridge with deck truss approach spans.

4th Street Bridge
Allen County Bridge 525
HSR

4th Street Over Spy Run Creek in Fort Wayne: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Herman Tapp Construction Company of Fort Wayne, Indiana and Asa Waters Grosvenor of Fort Wayne, Indiana

4 3/4 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

4 3/4 Mile Road Over Pine River in Rural: Midland County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Tunnel City Bridge and Iron Works of Port Huron, Michigan

The only known bridge built by the Tunnel City Bridge and Iron Works was relocated to a private subdivision.

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5th Avenue Bridge
HSR

5th Avenue Over Guyandotte River in Huntington: Cabell County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 485 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 20.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Unknown

A beautiful multi-span multi-type massive-member truss with great potential is instead sentenced to the dumpster.

5th Line Bridge
HSR

5th Line Over Nottawasaga River in Rural: Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small pony truss a short distance off the main road on a dead-end road.

5th Street Bridge
Turners Falls Road Bridge
HSR

5th Street (Turners Falls Road) Over Power Canal in Turners Falls: Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 134 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Unknown

A tall pony truss provides an attractive and functional crossing.

5th Street Bridge
HSR

5th Street Over Thames River in Chatham: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Railing Height Girder, Fixed

Length: 253 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge is an extremely rare Ontario example of a bridge designed by the Scherzer Rolling Lift Company!

5th Street Bridge
WV-14 Bridge
HSR

5th Street (Division Street / WV-14) Over Little Kanawha River in Parkersburg: Wood County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 905 ft. Main Span: 350 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Mortimer W. Smith

This stunning, massive truss bridge is significant as a Depression Public Works Adminstration project.

5th Street Bridge
Jefferson Davis Memorial Bridge
HSR

5th Street Over Savannah River in Augusta: Richmond County, Georgia and Aiken County, South Carolina, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal ,

Length: 1,202 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1931 By: Nashville Bridge Company of Nashville, Tennessee

This attractive haunched deck plate girder swing bridge retains excellent historic integrity.

6 Mile Creek Road Bridge
West Haven Bridge
HSR

6 Mile Creek Road Over Shiawassee River in Rural: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

With its beautiful and unusual portal bracing design, this bridge is among Michigan's finest bridges.

6 Mile Road Hines Drive Bridge
HSR

6 Mile Road Over Hines Drive in Northville: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 40 ft.

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This is one of the older and more significant rigid-frame bridges crossing historic Hines Drive.

6 Mile Road Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over 6 Mile Road in Northville: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad overpass has some attractive aesthetic details.

6 Mile Road Middle River Rouge Bridge
HSR

6 Mile Road Over Middle River Rouge in Northville: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 40 ft.

Built 1933 By: Unknown

An old example of a rigid-frame, this bridge was built at the same time as a nearby Hines Drive overpass.

6th Concession Dougall Parkway Bridge
HSR

6th Concession Over Dougall Parkway in Windsor: Essex County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This attractive bridge is an excellent and locally rare example of a standard rigid-frame overpass in Ontario.

6th Street Bridge
HSR

6th Street Over I-94 in Rural: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 257 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 26.2 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Canonie Construction Company of South Haven, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A documentation of this bridge during a time when its historic integrity was higher than any other similar bridge, but today the bridge has modern railings added.

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6th Street Bridge
HSR

6th Street (PA-403, Penn Street) Over Two Lick Creek in Clymer: Indiana County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: M. Bennett and Sons and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

The only bridge with historic value in Clymer, this attractive bridge was sentenced to the scrapyard.

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6th Street Bridge
HSR

Sixth Street Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Griffin: Spalding County, Georgia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 695 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 27.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An extremely rare pin-connected Warren truss, this may be the most important historic bridge in Georgia.

6th Street Bridge
Roberto Clemente Bridge
HSR

6th Street Over Allegheny River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Plate Girder Stiffening Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 995 ft. Main Span: 430 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Allegheny County Department of Public Works, Vernon R Covell and T. J. Wilkerson of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

Most suspension bridges use cable; this unusual bridge uses eye-bars.

6th Street Bridge
HSR

6th Street Over Grand River in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 545 ft. Main Span: 154 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1886 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This is the longest Pratt through truss bridge in Michigan and its preservation is a model for proper bridge maintenance.

6th Street Bridge
Power Street Bridge
HSR

6th Street (Abandoned Power Street Alignment) Over Power Canal in Turners Falls: Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 139 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Eastern Bridge and Structural Company of Worcester, Massachusetts

This uncommon Double Warren truss was bypassed and abandoned.

7 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

7 Mile Road Over Salt River in Sanford: Midland County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 90 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This concrete camelback has been beautifully preserved!

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7 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

7 Mile Road Over Southfield Freeway (M-39) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 125 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1963 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

One of a handful of overpasses that were the last examples of an unusual variation of an attractive Michigan railing design.

7 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

7 Mile Road Over 7 Mile Creek in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pegram Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 146 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

This nationally significant bridge has a unique Pegram truss configuration, yet is a bridge few know about.

7th Street Bridge
HSR

7th Street (Erie Street) Over Black River in Port Huron: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 273 ft. Main Span: 114 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and J. A. L. Waddell

Take a tour of the inside of the only single leaf highway bascule bridge in Michigan, which was built in the 1930s.

7th Street Improvement Arches
7th Street Bridge
HSR

7th Street Over Railroad (Bruce Vento Rail-Trail) in St. Paul: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1884 By: McArthur Brothers of Chicago, Illinois and William Albert Truesdell

This is the only known example of a rare helicoidal type skewed stone arch bridge in the state.

7th Street Bridge
Andy Warhol Bridge
HSR

7th Street Over Allegheny River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Plate Girder Stiffening Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,061 ft. Main Span: 422 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Allegheny County Department of Public Works, Vernon R Covell and T. J. Wilkerson of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

One of the Three Sisters bridges in Pittsburgh, this is the middle span.

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8 Mile Road Left Turn Bridge
HSR

8 Mile Road (M-102) Left Turn Ramp Over Southfield Freeway (M-39) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1964 By: Charles J. Rogers Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This curved overpass is the most interesting and significant of the Southfield Freeway overpasses.

8 Mile Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over 8 Mile Road in Rural: Oakland County, Michigan and Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This railroad overpass retains good historic integrity, although its substructure has deteriorated.

8th Concession Road Bridge
HSR

8th Concession Road Over Big Creek in Rural: Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is still open to traffic, but on a road no longer maintained and rarely used.

9th Street Bridge
Rachel Carson Bridge
HSR

9th Street Over Allegheny River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Plate Girder Stiffening Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 995 ft. Main Span: 410 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Allegheny County Department of Public Works, Vernon R Covell and T. J. Wilkerson of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

One of the famous Three Sisters bridges in Pittsburgh.

10 Curves Road Bridge
HSR

10 Curves Road (CR-498) Over Manistique River in Rural: Schoolcraft County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 60 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is one of two beautiful but deteriorated concrete camelback bridges on this road.

10 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

10 Mile Road Over Charlotte River in Rural: Chippewa County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 16.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Minneapolis Bridge Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota

A rare example of a lightweight style pony truss.

10th Avenue Bridge
Cedar Avenue Bridge
HSR

10th Avenue (Cedar Avenue) Over Mississippi River, Railroad, and Various Streets in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,153 ft. Main Span: 265 ft. Roadway: 55.4 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1929 By: City of Minneapolis, Minnesota and Kristoffer Olsen Oustad

One of the largest concrete arch bridges in the area, this s-curve bridge was built in-house by city workers!

10th Street Bridge
HSR

10th Street Over Black River in Port Huron: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 375 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1958 By: Walter Toebe Company and Hazelet and Erdal of Chicago, Illinois

This bascule bridge was built in the 1950s and has had its original railings replaced.

10th Street Bridge
Philip Murray Bridge
HSR

10th Street Over Monongahela River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 29 Panel Plate Girder Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 1,275 ft. Main Span: 725 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1933 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Allegheny County Department of Public Works, Vernon R Covell

This graceful suspension bridge is a stunning landmark that is enjoyable to cross as well as view from a distance.

11th Street Bridge
HSR

11th Street Over Power Canal in Turners Falls: Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 205 ft. Main Span: 167 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Eastern Bridge and Structural Company of Worcester, Massachusetts

One of the oddest bridges in the country; consisting of two through trusses on either side of the roadway, this bridge is essentially a massive pony truss.

11 Mile Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CN) Over 11 Mile Road in Royal Oak: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: A. Guthrie and Company of St. Paul, Minnesota

A different style among twelve similar railroad over highway bridges in the county associated with a significant project.

12th Line Bridge
HSR

12th Line Over Grand River in East Garafraxa Township: Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its relatively long spans and skewed design.

12 Mile Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CN) Over 12 Mile Road in Royal Oak: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1930 By: A. Guthrie and Company of St. Paul, Minnesota

The longest example of twelve similar railroad over highway bridges in the county associated with a significant project.

13 Mile Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CN) Over 13 Mile Road in Royal Oak: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: A. Guthrie and Company of St. Paul, Minnesota

One of a group of similar railroad over highway bridges in the county associated with a significant project.

13 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

13 Mile Road Over McDuffee Creek in Rural: Newaygo County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 16 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1934 By: Unknown

A small but unaltered example of a reinforced concrete slab with a railing design that is unusual in Michigan.

13th Line Bridge
HSR

13th Line Over Grand River in Rural: Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This attractive heritage truss bridge compliments the scenic Grand River very nicely.

14 Mile Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CN) Over 14 Mile Road in Royal Oak: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: A. Guthrie and Company of St. Paul, Minnesota

One of a group of similar railroad over highway bridges in the county associated with a significant project.

15 Mile Creek Road Bridge
HSR

National Pike (15 Mile Creek Road, US-40) Over 15 Mile Creek in Rural: Allegany County, Maryland, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 116 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown

The railings and details of the arch make this an attractive bridge.

16th Street Bridge
David McCullough Bridge
HSR

16th Street Over Allegheny River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Tied Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,900 ft. Main Span: 437 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1923 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Warren and Wetmore of New York, New York and H. G. Balcom

This ornate bridge is among the most beautifully composed bridges to be found.

17 Road Bridge
HSR

17 Road (CR-414) Over 10 Mile Creek in Rural: Delta County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

With attractive concrete balustrade railings, this bridge appears to be an example of a standard bridge design built in this county.

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17 Sideroad Bridge
Happy Valley Bridge
HSR

17 Sideroad Over Pine River in Rural: Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small but attractive and unaltered concrete bowstring arch bridge.

18th Street Bridge
HSR

18th Street Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Railing Height Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 280 ft. Main Span: 182 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1967 By: Overland Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

This is one of the few single leaf highway bascule bridges in Chicago, and the only example using the pony/deck truss design.

18th Street Bridge
HSR

18th Street Over Rabbit River in Rural: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

A small example of a steel stringer with concrete balustrade railings.

18 Road Bridge
HSR

18 Road (CR-414) Over Ford River in Rural: Delta County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1958 By: Unknown

This is a mid-20th Century bridge that appears to be an example of a county-designed bridge here in Delta County.

St. Charles Air Line Bridge
18th Street Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion)

Length: 220 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge was the longest bascule bridge in the world when built, was moved once, and shortened during the move.

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St. Charles Air Line Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Dirt Trail in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1931 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This two span plate girder bridge has girders positioned to provide a slight curve for the tracks it carries.

18 1/2 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

18 1/2 Mile Road Over I-94 in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 227 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Holloway Construction Company of Livonia and Wixom, Michigan and Jarvick Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

An excellent example of I-94 curved t-beam construction, as well as aesthetic expressway bridge design.

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Reece Bridge
HSR

20 Mile Creek Road (RR-69) Over 20 Mile Creek in Lincoln: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is an unusual two span rigid frame bridge.

20 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

20 Mile Road Over I-94 in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 227 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Holloway Construction Company of Livonia and Wixom, Michigan and Raff and Dexter of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

One of a few remaining historic expressway overpasses which retain historic integrity in the form of original railings.

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20th Avenue Bridge
HSR

20th Avenue (CR-380) Over South Branch Black River in Rural: Van Buren County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is noted for its 4.67 percent grade, unusual for this Michigan standard plan bridge design.

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22 Mile Road Bridge
Clarendon Bridge
HSR

22 Mile Road Over St. Joseph River in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Girder, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1920 By: A. R. Morrison of Port Huron, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A good example of a two-span straight chord through girder.

22 1/2 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

22 1/2 Mile Road Over St. Joseph River in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Elkhart Bridge and Iron Company of Elkhart, Indiana

A rare example of a Michigan through truss with riveted connection... plus this bridge is still open to traffic!

23 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

23 Mile Road Over I-94 in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 227 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 26.2 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Holloway Construction Company of Livonia and Wixom, Michigan and Argersinger - Morse Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

Perhaps the last aesthetic standard bridge design in Michigan included these curved t-beam bridges built on and over the expressways.

24th Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Coopersville and Marne Railway) Over 24th Avenue in Rural: Ottawa County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1958 By: Gene Fewell and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is a later but unaltered example of a MSHD designed grade separation.

24th Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over 24th Street in Port Huron: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1925 By: Unknown

An old Grand Trunk Western Railroad overpass

24 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

24 Mile Road Over I-94 in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 227 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1959 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is one of a small, declining group of curved t-beams that retain original railings.

27 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

27 Mile Road Over I-94 in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 360 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Holloway Construction Company of Livonia and Wixom, Michigan and E. C. Nolan and Son of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is an impressive, rare skewed example of a curved t-beam expressway overpass.

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27 Mile Road Tupper Brook Bridge
HSR

27 Mile Road Over Tupper Brook in Rural: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

A forgotten beam bridge with lattice railing.

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28 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

28 Mile Road Over North Branch Clinton River in Rural: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

A strange, simply designed pony truss in very bad condition.

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28th Avenue Bridge
HSR

28th Avenue Over Minnehaha Creek in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This early concrete arch bridge has beautiful, ornate metal railings that are unexpected on a concrete arch bridge.

28th Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over 28th Street (M-11) in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 113 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Unknown

This large through plate girder span had a city design and welcome message painted on it.

28th Street CSX Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over 28th Street (M-11) in Rural: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 176 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Michigan State Highway Department

A fairly long and heavilly skewed example of a standard trunk line grade separation.

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29 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

29 Mile Road Over Devils Creek in Rural: Menominee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 26 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This arch bridge may be small, but it is beautiful and has excellent historic integrity.

30th Street Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 183540
HSR

30th Street Over Bigalks Creek (Nichols Creek) in Rural: Howard County, Iowa, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

A small riveted truss bridge adds beauty to the roadway it serves.

30th Street Rabbit River Bridge
HSR

30th Street Over Rabbit River in Rural: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1947 By: Carl Goodwin and Sons of Allegan, Michigan

A typical mid-20th Century steel stringer bridge in Michigan that retains its original railings.

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30 Mile Road Bridge Trio
HSR

30 Mile Road Over North Branch Clinton River in Rural: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

Two of the three bridges here have collapsed, including a small pony truss, leaving parts behind to investigate.

30 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

30 Mile Road Over Deer Creek in Rural: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A wooden-decked beam bridge on stone abutments.

31st Street Bridge
HSR

31st Street (PA-2122) Over Allegheny River, Railroad, and Local Streets in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,681 ft. Main Span: 380 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

This landmark arch bridge is one of the beautiful historic bridges in Pittsburgh and was extensively rehabilitated.

31st Street Railroad Overpass West
HSR

Railroad (Chicago and Western Indiana) Over 31st Street Boulevard in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This is one of two similar beautifully designed grade separations to carry a railroad over a Chicago boulevard.

31st Street Railroad Overpass East
HSR

Railroad (Various) Over 31st Street Boulevard in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

One of two railroad overpasses crossing this boulevard that have aesthetic details.

32nd Street Bridge
HSR

32nd Street Over Broadmoor Avenue in Kentwood: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 172 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 31.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: Unknown

This relatively old highway over highway overpass has unusual railings and is unaltered.

38th Street Bridge
HSR

38th Street (Scott Road) Over I-94 in Rural: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1951 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

One of the oldest expressway bridges in Michigan that retains integrity.

42nd Street Bridge
HSR

42nd Street Over Railroad (Amtrak) in Philadelphia: Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Continuous Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 308 ft. Main Span: 262 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York and Philadelphia Department of Public Works

The oldest metal through arch in Pennsylvania, this bridge was rehabilitated to a like-new condition.

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46th Street Bridge
HSR

46th Street Over Dowagiac Drain in Rural: Van Buren County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its unusual yet beautiful railings which enhance a simple bridge type.

46th Street Bridge
Ford Parkway Overpass
HSR

Ford Parkway (46th Street) Over Godfrey Parkway in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is a handsome concrete t-beam overpass in a park setting.

47th Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Metra Electric District, NICTD South Shore Line, Former Illinois Central) Over 47th Street in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

With an art deco style, this is one of of a series of railroad overpass bridges that display highly attractive architectual details.

47th Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Chicago Belt Railroad) Over 47th Street in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1946 By: Michael J. McDermott and Company and H. C. Taylor

This bridge stands out among many overpasses in Chicago for its ornate architectural detailing.

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48th Avenue Bridge
HSR

48th Avenue Over Paw Paw River in Rural: Van Buren County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This 1930s stringer bridge was one of Van Buren County's last historic bridges.

51st Street Bridge
Hyde Park Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Metra Electric District, NICTD South Shore Line, Former Illinois Central) Over 51st Street (Hyde Park Boulevard) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

One of of a series of railroad overpass bridges that display highly attractive architectual details.

53rd Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Metra Electric District, NICTD South Shore Line, Former Illinois Central) Over 53rd Street in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

One of of a series of railroad overpass bridges that display highly attractive architectual details.

55th Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Metra Electric District, NICTD South Shore Line, Former Illinois Central) Over 55th Street in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

One of of a series of railroad overpass bridges that display highly attractive architectual details.

56th Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Metra Electric District, NICTD South Shore Line, Former Illinois Central) Over 56th Street in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

One of of a series of railroad overpass bridges that display highly attractive architectual details.

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56th Street Bridge
HSR

56th Street Over South Branch of Black River in Rural: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This attractive bridge is a small but good example of its kind.

57th Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Metra Electric District, NICTD South Shore Line, Former Illinois Central) Over 57th Street in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

One of of a series of railroad overpass bridges that display attractive architectual details.

59th Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Metra Electric District, NICTD South Shore Line, Former Illinois Central) Over 59th Street and Westbound Midway Plaisance Drive in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

With unusual railings on one side, this is one of the largest examples of a series of similar bridges that display highly attractive architectual details.

60th Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Metra Electric District, NICTD South Shore Line, Former Illinois Central) Over 60th Street and Eastbound Midway Plaisance Drive in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

One of the largest examples of a series of railroad overpass bridges that display highly attractive architectual details.

66th Street Bridge
HSR

66th Street Over Middle Branch Black River in Rural: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Carl Goodwin and Sons of Allegan, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A representative example of mid 20th Century bridge technology in Michigan.

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88th Avenue Bridge
HSR

88th Avenue Over North Branch Pentwater River in Rural: Oceana County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

One of the only historic bridges of any kind in the area, this bridge is a good example of its type.

96th Avenue Bridges
La Grange Road Bridges
HSR

US-45 (96th Avenue and La Grange Road) Over Calumet Sag Channel in Palos: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 445 ft. Main Span: 290 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1967 By: Unknown and Alfred Benesch and Associates of Chicago, Illinois

This is a pair of identical truss bridges that carry a divided highway system.

100th Street Bridge
HSR

100th Street Over Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 326 ft. Main Span: 233 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

This bascule bridge is an excellent and unaltered example of a traditional Chicago bascule bridge.

110th Street Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 214040
HSR

110th Street Over East Fork Des Moines River in Rural: Kossuth County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 195 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This bridge is significant as an unaltered pre-1900 bridge system consisting of truss and stringer spans.

110th Street Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 185150
HSR

110th Street Over East Fork Des Moines River in Rural: Humboldt County, Iowa, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Iowa Bridge Company of Des Moines, Iowa

A traditionally composed through truss bridge in a rural setting.

106th Street Bridge
HSR

106th Street Over Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 349 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

This impressive bascule bridge has very tall trusses and is among the most impressive of the Calumet River highway bridges.

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108th Street Bridge
HSR

108th Street Over Thornapple River in Rural: Barry County, Michigan and Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1932 By: Willits Brothers Construction Company of Bay City, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A rare transition or prototype bridge, this may be one of the oldest remaining examples of a bridge in Michigan with R4 style railings.

110th Street Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 78120
HSR

110th Street (U Avenue) Over Squaw Creek in Rural: Boone County, Iowa, United States

Concrete Marsh Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 17.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

A beautiful and well-preserved example of a rare and significant Marsh rainbow arch bridge.

118th Avenue Bridge
Monroe Road Bridge
HSR

118th Avenue (Monroe Road) Over Swan Creek in Rural: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 50 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Townsend-Shuttleworth-Ballmer Company of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This attractive historic bridge is located in a scenic, public state game area and deserves preservation.

120th Avenue Bridge
HSR

120th Avenue Over Little Muskegon River in Rural: Mecosta County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Unknown

This abandoned truss is in decent condition and is an early example of a truss with riveted connections.

123rd Street Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 346360
HSR

123rd Street Over Turkey River in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 185 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 15.1 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1936 By: Unknown

A good example of a two-span riveted pony truss from the 1930s.

127th Street Bridge
HSR

127th Street Over Calumet Sag Channel in Alsip: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 12 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 610 ft. Main Span: 396 ft. Roadway: 53.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1968 By: Unknown and Alfred Benesch and Associates of Chicago, Illinois

This imposing bridge is noted for its very heavy skew.

130th Street Bridge
HSR

130th Street Over Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 369 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This truss bridge is a fixed Calumet River bridge that features an unusual modified Warren truss design.

133rd Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over 133rd Avenue in Rural: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown

This small, simple concrete bridge is a very old example of a general design still used today.

135th Street Bridge
Romeoville Bridge / Romeo Road Swing Bridge
HSR

135th Street Over Des Plaines River in Romeoville: Will County, Illinois, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Bobtail)

Length: 302 ft. Main Span: 204 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois

This magnificent and large swing bridge was relocated and is the last remaining highway swing bridge in the area.

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139th Avenue Bridge
HSR

139th Avenue Over Black Creek in Rural: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

A good example of a small warren pony truss in a pleasant setting.

150th Street Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 316250
HSR

150th Street Over South Skunk River in Rural: Story County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

A representative example of a rural Iowa Parker truss bridge with what appears to be a bolted connection alteration.

220th Street Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 361080
HSR

220th Street Over Turkey River in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge represents a standard rural Iowa riveted through truss very well.

220th Street Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 342800
HSR

220th Street Over Railroad (Union Pacific) in Rural: Webster County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Howe Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Unknown

This rare example of a metal Howe truss bridge is an example of railroad thinking for highway bridges.

235th Avenue Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 347780
HSR

235th Avenue Over 10 Mile Creek in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has good integrity and is an unusual example of its type.

265th Street Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 347840
HSR

265th Street Over 10 Mile Creek in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 16.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A very short example of a once-common bridge type.

280th Street Bridge
CR-G62 Bridge (Iowa Number 235850)
HSR

280th Street (CR-G62) Over Coal Creek in Rural: Mahaska County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A small standard plan truss bridge in a scenic rural location.

305th Avenue Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 347140
HSR

305th Avenue Over Bohemian Creek in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 16.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

A small, traditionally composed standard pony truss in a rural setting.

310th Avenue Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 349060
HSR

310th Avenue Over Minor Creek in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

A small scale riveted truss bridge that is unlike most other riveted truss bridges in the county.

370th Street Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 349850
HSR

370th Street Over Upper Iowa River in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 147 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 16.1 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This bridge is a most unusual structure which is composed of at least one relocated truss span.

390th Street Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 171030
HSR

390th Street Over Squaw Creek in Rural: Hamilton County, Iowa, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1917 By: Unknown

A good representative example of a standard Iowa T-beam bridge.

580th Avenue Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 217370
HSR

580th Avenue (10th Avenue) Over East Fork Des Moines River in Rural: Emmet County, Iowa and Kossuth County, Iowa, United States

Concrete Marsh Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

A larger span example of a rare and significant Marsh rainbow arch bridge.

A-45 Rabbit River Bridge
HSR

A-45 (11th Street) Over Rabbit River in Rural: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a small concrete bridge with a nice railing design.

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A-45 Railroad Overpass
HSR

A-45 (10th Street) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Rural: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: John W. Hertel

This bridge showcases the horrific damage that salt does to steel bridges.

Ackelson Bridge
HSR

Maple Grove Road (TR-506) Over Raccoon Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

An interesting little pony truss adds beauty and compliments a scenic wooded region.

Ada Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Grand Rapids Eastern) Over Thornapple River in Ada: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1907 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This plate girder bridge is the oldest bridge in Ada today.

Adaline Bridge
HSR

CR-74 Over Fish Creek in Adaline (Rural): Marshall County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 194 ft. Main Span: 192 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A slightly skewed example of a significant truss configuration.

Adams Basin Bridge
Washington Street Bridge, Bridge E-178
HSR

Washington Street (CR-212) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Adams Basin: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Skene and Richmond of Louisa, Kentucky

This Erie Canal lift bridge is in a less populated area than many of the other lift bridges on the canal.

Adams Street Bridge
HSR

Adams Street (Historic US-66) Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 199 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

One of the bascule bridges in Chicago that is a true deck truss with no trusses above the roadway.

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Adam Street Bridge
Bridge E-229
HSR

Adam Street Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Lockport: Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Lackawanna Bridge Company of Buffalo, New York

A historically intact example of an unusual type of vertical lift bridge.

Adams Road Bridge
HSR

Adams Road Over Bush Creek in Rural: Gratiot County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

The larger of two nearby bridges that have an unusual, primitive design to them unlike other Michigan girders.

Adrian and Blissfield Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Adrian and Blissfield) Over River Raisin in Rural: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An impressive deck truss buried in the woods.

Agate Falls Bridge
HSR

M-28 Over Middle Branch Ontonagon River in Rural: Ontonagon County, Michigan, United States

Metal Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 193 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Meads and Anderson and Michigan State Highway Department

This magnificent arch bridge is the older and more ornate of two distinctive steel deck arch bridges in the Upper Penninsula.

Agate Falls Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Bergland to Sidnaw Rail Trail / Trail 8) Over Middle Branch Ontonagon River in Rural: Ontonagon County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Built 1900 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This impressive high level bridge is one of the earliest bridges built by the prolific American Bridge Company.

Aiken Street Bridge
Ouellette Bridge
HSR

Aiken Street Over Merrimack River in Lowell: Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 780 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1883 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This incredible bridge is the longest lenticular truss bridge in the country, and the one with the most spans.

Airline Road Bridge
HSR

Airline Road Over Black Creek in Norton Shores: Muskegon County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: Price Brothers Company of Lansing, Michigan

This bridge is a highly unusual variation of standard bridge plans in use at the time.

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Aitken Road Bridge
HSR

Aitken Road Over Black River in Rural: Sanilac County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 128 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This beam bridge, having had its railings replaced, was mainly noted for a highly unusual concrete pier.

Akerley Road Bridge
HSR

Akerley Road (TR-883) Over Ashtabula Creek in Akerly (Rural): Erie County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This small truss bridge has had columns added under the floorbeams, turning the bridge into a stringer.

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Albany Turnpike Bridge
HSR

Albany Turnpike Over Railroad (CSX and Amtrak) in East Chatham: Columbia County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Berlin Construction Company of Berlin Connecticut

This bridge is noted for its uncommon truss configuration and heavy skew.

Albion Main Street Bridge
Bridge E-200
HSR

Main Street (NY-98) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Albion: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Lackawanna Bridge Company of Buffalo, New York and I.M. Ludington's Sons Inc. of Rochester, New York

One of two lift bridges in Albion, this bridge carries a major road with significant traffic and is the only lift bridge on the canal altered with the addition of vertical members.

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Albion Street Bridge
HSR

Albion Street Over Kalamazoo River in Albion: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This 1930s bridge is unusual for having railings on its abutments, and unusual detailing on the concrete facing on the beams.

Albright Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 171910
HSR

Inkpaduta Avenue Over Boone River in Rural: Hamilton County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 207 ft. Main Span: 156 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: A. H. Austin of Webster City, Iowa

This bridge is among the longest pin-connected Pratt truss spans in the state.

Alec Johnson Road Bridge
Johnson Road Bridge
HSR

Alec Johnson Road (Johnson Road) Over Whitefish River in Rural: Alger County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is a small pony truss that retains excellent historic integrity.

Alemany Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Alemany Boulevard Over CA-1 (Cabrillo Highway) in San Francisco: San Francisco County, California, United States

Concrete Cantilever Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 989 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 24.6 ft. Main Spans: 12

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an unusual bridge with its curved, cantilevered concrete girders.

Alexander Avenue Bridge
Charles H. Holcomb Bridge
HSR

Alexander Avenue Over Railroad (Rail-Trail) in Larkspur: Marin County, California, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 164 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Pacific States Construction Company

This is a rare example of a rainbow arch, and has a short span with unusually tall arches.

Alexander Hamilton Bridge
HSR

I-95 and US-1 Over Harlem River in New York: The Bronx, New York and Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 2,375 ft. Main Span: 555 ft. Roadway: 96 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1963 By: Unknown

The youngest of three arch bridges on this section of river.

Alexandra Bridge
HSR

TC-1 Over Fraser River in Rural: Fraser Valley District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: General Construction Company and A. B. Sanderson and Company

A late, yet uncommon and unaltered example of a steel deck arch bridge.

Allegan City Dam Bridge
HSR

Dam Access Over Kalamazoo River in Allegan: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This truss bridge serves to allow workers to acess the various parts of a small dam.

Allen Road Bridge
HSR

Allen Road Over Wolf Creek in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1968 By: Unknown

This is one of several small steel stringer bridges in this county that feature an unusual metal railing.

Allerton Road Bridge
HSR

Allerton Road Over East Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This bridge is an interesting and early example of a riveted through truss.

Alley Ford Bridge
Franklin County Bridge 48
HSR

Pipe Creek Road Over Pipe Creek in Rural: Franklin County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Jones and Bunzendahl of Connersville, Indiana and John L. Stewart

This attractive, traditional bridge has been rehabilitated.

Alvord Lake Bridge
Kezar Drive Bridge
HSR

Kezar Drive Over Pedestrian Walkway in San Francisco: San Francisco County, California, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 64 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Unknown and Ernest L. Ransome of New York, New York

This small bridge has national significance as the oldest reinforced concrete bridge in the entire country!

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Amy Road Bridge
HSR

Amy Road (TR-735) Over Gravel Run in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This small pony truss was a classic example of pin connected technology.

Andrewsville Swing Bridge
Nicholsons Locks Bridge
HSR

Andrewsville Road Over Rideau Canal in Rural: Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Main Spans: 1

Built 1971 By: Unknown

This is an unusual, simple, and archaic swing design that remains in use, representing the early days of the canal.

Ann Arbor Railroad Bridge
Argo Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Ann Arbor Railroad) Over Huron River and US-23 BL in Ann Arbor: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 714 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This long bridge is a pattern book for plate girder bridges.

Ann Arbor Road Bridge
HSR

Ann Arbor Road (Old M-14) Over Middle River Rouge in Livonia: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: M. E. White Company of Chicago, Illinois

This is an old concrete arch bridge that was built as a Federal Aid bridge.

Angela Boulevard Bridge
Angela Avenue Bridge
HSR

Angela Boulevard Over St. Joseph River in South Bend: St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 257 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 39.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1940 By: H. L. Maddocks Company and William S. Moore

This bridge is historically significant for documented association with Depression-era programs, the Public Works Administration.

Anthony Wayne Bridge
High Level Bridge
HSR

OH-2 and OH-5 Over Maumee River, Railroad, and Streets in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Metal Through Plate Girder Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,215 ft. Main Span: 785 ft. Roadway: 54 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Waddell and Hardesty of New York, New York

This is a graceful landmark suspension bridge providing a beautiful centerpiece link for Toledo, and was built in 1931.

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Antietam Avenue Bridge
HSR

Antietam Avenue Over Railroad (Abandoned Grand Trunk Western / Dequindre Cut Greenway) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of several remaining overpasses that relate the industrial growth of Detroit during that time.

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Anton Street Bridge
HSR

Anton Street Over Sebewaing River in Sebewaing: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Unknown

A skewed, urban, example of a warren pony truss was demolished and replaced, wasting tax dollars and heritage.

Apalachin Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Apalachin Creek in Apalachin: Tioga County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 27.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This attractive bridge has been well maintained and recently rehabilitated.

Apple Road Bridge
HSR

Apple Road (Old Alignment) Over Little Cottonwood River (Old Alignment) in Rural: Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 19.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This is the oldest rainbow arch bridge in Minnesota and an early Marsh arch, but has been totally abandoned.

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Ardmore Boulevard Bridge
HSR

US-30 (Ardmore Boulevard, Historic Lincoln Highway) Over PA-2112, Electric Avenue in Chalfant: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 410 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1932 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This was an unusual deck plate girder bridge with a heavy skew and built-up bents that were specially designed to accomodate the location.

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Arlene Drive Bridge
HSR

Arlene Drive Over I-75 in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 187 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1957 By: K. G. Marks and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is among the older of Michigan's steel stringer overpasses that still retains original railings.

Arlington Avenue Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Penn Central) Over Arlington Avenue in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its extreme skew that is accommodated with non-skewed spans.

Armour Saari Road Bridge
HSR

Armour Saari Road Over Whitefish River in Rural: Alger County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Bolt-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Joliet Bridge and Iron Company of Joliet, Illinois

This bridge is a good example of work done by a company that was prolific in Michigan.

Arrowsic Bridge
Max L. Wilder Memorial Bridge
HSR

Arrowsic Road (ME-127) Over Sasanoa River in Rural: Sagadahoc County, Maine, United States

Metal Cantilever (Arched) Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 838 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1950 By: Harris Structural Steel Company of New York, New York and Max L. Wilder, Maine State Highway Commission

This rare example of an arched cantilever truss is also significant as a substantial work designed by a noted state bridge engineer.

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Arroyo Road Bridge
HSR

Arroyo Road (TR-314) Over Clarion River in Rural: Elk County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 281 ft. Main Span: 111 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1901 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

You might call this the sister bridge to the Shanley Road Bridge... it also suffered the same fate.

Ash Street Bridge
HSR

Ash Street Over Sycamore Creek in Mason: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 29 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: J. Morehouse

This unusual design t-beam bridge is one of the oldest of its structure type in Michigan.

Ash Street Bridge
HSR

Ash Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Main Canal in Lewiston: Androscoggin County, Maine, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several old bridges along this canal.

Ash Road Bridge
HSR

Ash Road (IN-219) Over St. Joseph River in Mishawaka and Elkhart: St. Joseph County, Indiana and Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 284 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: Rieth-Riley Construction Company of Goshen, Indiana and William S. Moore

This picturesque arch bridge is noteworthy for its association with an important engineer.

Ash Road Bridge
HSR

Ash Road (TR-309) Over Rocky Run in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 10.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

This little Queenpost pony truss has been altered.

Ashland Chicago and North Western Railroad Bridge
Bridge Number 1316 1/2
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Chicago and North Western) Over Bay City Creek in Ashland: Ashland County, Wisconsin, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Unknown

This attractive stone arch bridge is literally falling to pieces.

Ashtabula Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (OH-531) Over Ashtabula River in Ashtabula: Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Bascule (Brown) and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 223 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Kelly-Atkinson Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Wendell P. Brown of Cleveland, Ohio

This is one of the only surviving examples of a Brown type bascule bridge in the country, and it is in great condition!

Ashtabula Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Ashtabula River in Ashtabula: Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 159 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This is an extremely early example of a Strauss heel-trunnion bascule bridge.

Atlas Road Bridge
HSR

Atlas Road Over Kearsley Creek in Rural: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

One of several representative examples of small scale bridge construction in the late 1920s and early 1930s in the county.

Deering Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Metra Union Pacific North) Over North Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion)

Length: 186 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Kelly-Atkinson Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This is an impressive and extremely massive railroad truss bridge.

Ashland Avenue Sanitary and Ship Canal Bridge
HSR

Ashland Avenue Over Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 312 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Roadway: 57 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

This is among the widest Chicago bascule bridges, and is associated with Depression era funding programs.

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Ashland Avenue North Branch Bridge
HSR

Ashland Avenue Over North Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 387 ft. Main Span: 232 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

This graceful structure includes bridge tender buildings with symbolic depictions.

Ashland Avenue Calumet Sag Channel Bridge
HSR

Ashland Avenue Over Calumet Sag Channel in Blue Island: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 378 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

This impressive through truss has an attractive visual complexity to its trusses.

Ashland Road Bridge
HSR

Ashland Road Over Hinkson Creek in Columbia: Boone County, Missouri, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: H. W. Sebastian and Company of St. Louis, Missouri (St. Louis Bridge and Iron Works)

This is the earliest example of a bridge built by a noteworthy regional bridge builder.

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Atherton Bridge
HSR

Bolton Road (Old Alignment) Over Nashua River in Lancaster: Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Post Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 18.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1870 By: J. H. Cofrode and Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

One of two Post truss bridges in the country, this Phoenix Column pony truss should be restored.

Auburn Street Bridge
HSR

Auburn Street (PA-267) Over Meshoppen Creek in Meshoppen: Wyoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 214 ft. Main Span: 144 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This bridge creates an attractive crossing for a small town.

Augusta Drive Bridge
HSR

Augusta Drive Over Augusta Creek in Augusta: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

Aurora Fox River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Fox River in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 445 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1900 By: Unknown

A traditionally composed multi-span deck plate girder bridge resting on interesting piers.

Ausable Chasm Bridge
HSR

US-9 Over Ausable River in Ausable Chasm: Clinton County, New York and Essex County, New York, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 411 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

This steel arch bridge was designed to look attractive in its setting within the beautiful Ausable Chasm.

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Ausable Road Bridge
HSR

Ausable Road Over Ausable River in Rural: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

A lightweight pony truss bridge built by the Hamilton Bridge Works in the first decade of the 20th century.

Austin Avenue Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Soo Line, Metra Milwaukee District West) Over Austin Avenue in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Overland Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and Arthur Engh

Funded with federal Depression era relief funds, this bridge is so wide driving under it is much like driving through a tunnel.

Au Train River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Coalwood Trail Rail-Trail) Over Au Train River in Rural: Alger County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is a small railroad arch bridge next to a highway arch bridge and a dam.

Aux Sable Creek Aqueduct
HSR

Illinois and Michigan Canal Over Aux Sable Creek in Rural: Grundy County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: Unknown

Carrying water over water, this is an extremely unusual surviving historic bridge in the United States.

Avoca Bridge
HSR

NY-415 Over Cohocton River in Avoca: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 276 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 34.8 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1938 By: Unknown

A good example of sizable 1930s bridge construction in New York.

Avon Railroad Bridge
Erie-Attica Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Erie-Attica Rail-Trail, Former Erie Railroad) Over Genesee River in Avon: Livingston County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This attractive and old skewed truss bridge is abandoned and missing its approach spans, but retains significance.

Avonmore Bridge
HSR

6th Street (PA-156) Over Kiskiminetas River in Avonmore: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 571 ft. Main Span: 218 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1937 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This bridge is not like other 1930s truss bridges in the state... all truss parts are rolled beams.

Babtist Church Road Bridge
HSR

Babtist Church Road (TR-499) Over Pigeon Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: John Parker Corcoran Construction Company of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

One of several bridges in Chester County that combine traditional stone technology with period reinforced concrete and steel stringer technology.

Bach Driveway Bridge North
Bayport Road Driveway Bridge North
HSR

Private Driveway (Abandoned) Over Columbia Drain in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio, Smith - Wynkoop and McGormley Agents

One of two tiny abandoned truss bridges within sight of each other.

Bach Driveway Bridge South
Bayport Road Driveway Bridge South
HSR

Private Driveway (Abandoned) Over Columbia Drain in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Toledo-Massillon Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio Wynkoop and McGormley, Agents

One of two tiny abandoned truss bridges within sight of each other.

Bacon Island Road Bridge
HSR

Bacon Island Road Over Middle River in Rural: San Joaquin County, California, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 326 ft. Main Span: 204 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Clark and Henery of Stockton, California

This privately owned bridge is a rare example of a highway truss swing bridge with pin connections.

Bacon Island Railroad Bridge
BNSF - Bridge No. A-1135
HSR

Railroad (BNSF and Amtrak) Over Middle River in Rural: San Joaquin County, California, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Abt)

Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

One of three extremely rare examples of the unusual patented Abt bascule type in California.

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Badley Bridge
Metcalfe Street Bridge
HSR

Metcalfe Street (CR-21) Over Grand River in Elora: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 236 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This attractive riveted truss bridge forms a gateway and centerpiece for Elora.

Bailey Road Bridge and Norman Road Driveways
HSR

Various Over Local Drains in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Tiny, simple bridges offer a glimpse into the past.

Baldwin Road Bridge
HSR

Baldwin Road Over White River in Rural: Newaygo County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: Andrew T. Barnes of Cass City, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A late and relatively long example of a concrete t-beam bridge in Michigan.

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Balk Road Bridge
HSR

Balk Road Over Fawn River in Rural: St. Joseph County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

A lightweight style bridge, this exhibits a rare truss configuration.

Ball Creek Road Bridges
HSR

Ball Creek Road Over Ball Creek in Kent City: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

These three identical tiny bridges on the same road crossing the same creek document small bridge construction in Michigan.

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Ball Road Bridge
HSR

Ball Road Over Little Salt Creek in Rural: Midland County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

One of the rarest bridges in Michigan, this last remaining bedstead was demolished.

Balls Falls Bridge
HSR

6th Avenue Over 20 Mile Creek in Rural: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is located where 6th Avenue passes through a park setting at a historic crossing right by a spectacular waterfall.

Baltimore River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Bergland to Sidnaw Rail Trail / Trail 8) Over Baltimore River in Rural: Ontonagon County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 435 ft. Roadway: 8 ft. Main Spans: 13

Built 1899 By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

This plate girder with steel bents for support carries a former railroad line over a shallow river valley.

Bankhead Avenue Bridge
HSR

Bankhead Avenue Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern and CSX) in Atlanta: Fulton County, Georgia, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 370 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

Although approach spans at one end have been removed, this bridge remains an impressive and locally significant bridge.

Bank Street Bridge
HSR

Bank Street Over Rideau Canal in Ottawa: Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 630 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1912 By: Jones and Girouard of Ottawa, Ontario

This bridge is a large, early, and impressive example of a concrete arch bridge.

Banning Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Wheeling and Lake Erie) Over Youghiogheny River in Rural (Banning): Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected K-Truss Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,582 ft. Main Span: 370 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and A. N. Doud

One of the few examples of a K-Truss in Pennsylvania.

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Baltimore and Ohio Calumet River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Baltimore and Ohio) Over Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 235 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

Only the counterweight and mechanical frame of this bridge remains after being hit by a boat in 1988.

Baltimore and Ohio Chicago Terminal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Baltimore and Ohio Chicago Terminal) Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion)

Length: 186 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This mature example of a Strauss heel-trunnion bascule bridge has been abandoned in its raised position.

Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Bridge #460
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Length: 205 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge is among the oldest in Cleveland and remains in use.

Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Bridge #463
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Baltimore and Ohio) Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion)

Length: 255 ft. Main Span: 231 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge has been left standing for its historic and aesthetic values, but is otherwise abandoned.

Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Bridge #464
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Baltimore and Ohio) Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Length: 334 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This impressive structure is one of the most significant railroad bridges in Cleveland.

Barbertown Road Bridge
Barberton Bridge
HSR

Barbertown Road Over Credit River in Mississauga: Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Unknown

This rare pin-connected truss bridge has been left in place for pedestrian use.

Bardwells Ferry Bridge
HSR

Bardwells Ferry Road Over Deerfield River in Rural: Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 230 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Corrugated Metal Company of East Berlin, Connecticut (Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut)

This is a very old, large, and well-preserved example of a rare lenticular truss bridge.

Barklay Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Barklay Boulevard (Old KH-22) Over Sydenham River in Rural: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An abandoned former trunkline pony truss bridge with poor deck condition.

Barry Avenue Underpass
HSR

Lake Shore Drive (US-41) Over Barry Avenue Pedestrian Walkway in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Although one side is altered, this remains an attractive example of a historic Lake Shore Drive bridge that crosses a pedestrian walkway in Lincoln Park.

Barry Road Beaver Creek Bridge
HSR

Barry Road Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Gratiot County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A small steel stringer bridge with attractive Michigan type R4 railing.

Barry Road Shad Creek Bridge
HSR

Barry Road Over Shad Creek in Rural: Gratiot County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A late example of a small scale t-beam bridge.

Bartlett Mills Bridge
HSR

US-1 (Portland Road) Over Kennebunk River in Bartlett Mills: York County, Maine, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: Unknown

A good representative example of a concrete t-beam in Maine.

Barto Bridge
HSR

Old PA-100 (PA-2069) Over West Branch Perkiomen Creek in Barto: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Willauer and Company

This small bridge has an attractive appearance and is historically significant for its early construction date.

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Base Line Road Bridge
HSR

Base Line Road Over Local Creek/Drain in Rural: Algoma District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An example of small scale bridge construction in Ontario.

Baseline Road Bridge
HSR

Baseline Road Over Pike Creek Tributary in Rural: Essex County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny bridge has unusual yet attractive railings.

Base Line Road Bridge
Jackson County Bridge 189
HSR

Fairgrounds Access Over Unnamed Ditch in Rural: Jackson County, Indiana, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Lafayette Bridge Company of Lafayette, Indiana

This bridge is a rare example of very small-scale truss construction and was relocated to antique tractor area of the Jackson County fairgrounds.

Batavia Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Tonawanda Creek in Batavia: Genesee County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This bridge is noteworthy for being built by an important bridge company.

Bath Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Livonia, Avon and Lakeville) Over Cohocton River in Bath: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bizarre bridge has vertical endposts and a heavy skew.

Bath House Road Bridge
HSR

Bath House Road Over Marina Outlet in Escanaba: Delta County, Michigan, United States

Corrugated Multi-Plate Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1934 By: Unknown

Technically a metal culvert, this handsome bridge is made to look like a stone arch bridge.

Bath Road Bridge
Clark Road Bridge
HSR

Bath Road (Clark Road) Over Looking Glass River in Rural: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 40 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

The only example of its kind in the county, this bridge is in good condition.

Bathurst Street Bridge
Sir Isaac Brock Bridge
HSR

Bathurst Street And TTC Streetcar Over Railroad (Go, Canadian National) in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 600 ft. Main Span: 205 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Unknown

This massive truss bridge and its series of approach spans have a somewhat complicated history.

Baxter Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Baxter Mill Road (Baxter Hill Road) Over Ischua Creek in Ischua: Cattaraugus County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Unknown

This bridge is an early example of a truss bridge with riveted connections.

Bay City Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Central Michigan Railroad) Over Saginaw River in Bay City: Bay County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 660 ft. Main Span: 245 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

One of two railroad swing bridges in Bay City.

Bayonne Bridge
HSR

NY-440 and NJ-440 Over Kill Van Kull and Various Streets in Bayonne and New York: Hudson County, New Jersey and Staten Island, New York, United States

Metal Two-Hinged Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 6,695 ft. Main Span: 1,675 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Othmar Ammann

This magnificent bridge held the record for longest arch span in the world for decades.

Bays Road Bridge
HSR

Bays Road Over Middle Branch Portage River in Rural: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

One of a few remaining examples of this attractive concrete bridge type in the county.

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Beach-Garland Street Bridge
HSR

Beach Street and Garland Street Over Flint River in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 172 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1921 By: Illinois Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

Despite its beauty and history as a Daniel B. Luten arch, Flint allowed this bridge to deteriorate, and demolished it.

Beach Road Bridge
HSR

Westerville Bikeway Over Alum Creek in Westerville: Franklin County, Ohio, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 179 ft. Main Span: 173 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Columbus Bridge Company of Columbus, Ohio

A rare Whipple truss, built by an equally rare local bridge company, this bridge was relocated to a trail.

Bean Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Private Trail Over Bean Creek in Rural (Near Hudson): Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An example of a once-common structure type that has become increasingly rare.

Bear Creek Bridge
Knox Road Bridge
HSR

Knox Road (TR-347, Donley Road, Jackson Avenue) Over South Branch Bear Creek in Rural: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania and Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Farris Engineering (Bridge) Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A beautiful Warren pony truss in a hilly forest setting.

Beardsley Avenue Bridge
HSR

Beardsley Avenue Over Osolo Township Ditch in Elkhart: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Elkhart Bridge and Iron Company of Elkhart, Indiana

This tiny structure is more culvert than bridge yet is adorned like a bridge in a way that would never be done today.

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Beatty Mills Bridge
HSR

Beatty Mill Road (TR-659) Over Buffalo Creek in Rural: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

One of the rarest bridges in Pennsylvania, this bowstring truss is in storage and planned for reuse.

Beatty Road Bridge
HSR

Beatty Road (CR-149) Over Whetstone Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 127 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This riveted truss bridge is closed to traffic but retains good historic integrity.

Beatty Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Auction Barn Road in Rural: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An attractive and traditional stone arch railroad overpass.

Beaver Creek Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Road Over Beaver Creek in Near Galesville: Trempealeau County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Worden-Allen Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This is an abandoned bridge just off the main highway in the area.

Beaver Road Bridge
HSR

Beaver Road Over North Branch Kawkawlin River in Rural: Bay County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 60 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Miller and Whyte and Michigan State Highway Department

In good condition, this is the last concrete camelback bridge in Bay County.

Beckwith Street Bridge
HSR

Beckwith Street (KH-15) Over Rideau River in Smiths Falls: Lanark County, Ontario, Canada

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

Hiding under a modern deck that cantilevers off the original bridge is a beautiful two span stone arch bridge.

Belding Bridge
Veterans Memorial Bridge
HSR

M-44 / M-91 (Belding Road / State Street) Over Flat River / Mid-Michigan Railroad in Belding: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 414 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1950 By: L. A. Davidson of Saginaw, Michigan

This is a good example of a cantilevered deck plate girder, and it was rehabilitated by MDOT!

Beach Road Bridge
HSR

Beach Road Over West Branch Cayuga Inlet in Newfield: Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1873 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This rare bridge was severely altered as part of a so-called preservation project.

Beachville Bridge
HSR

Zorra Line Over South Branch Thames River in Beachville: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A good, well-maintained example of a provincial standard plan pony truss in Ontario.

Beckman Bridge
HSR

County Line Road Over West Branch Sturgeon River in Rural: Baraga County, Michigan and Houghton County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Continental Bridge Company of Chicago and Peotone, Illinois

This long abandoned bridge is a rare surviving example of a bridge built by the Continental Bridge Company.

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Beecher Road Bridge
HSR

Beecher Road Over I-75 in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin and Hanger Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 288 ft. Main Span: 93 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1958 By: Loselle Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This relatively old skewed expressway overpass is rare for its defined curve, wide deck width, and original railings.

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Beecher Road Bridge
HSR

Beecher Road Over Misteguay Creek in Rural: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

One of the best representative examples in a group of bridges in the county that exhibit an unusual variation of a standard plan.

Bellefountain Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 34955
HSR

Jefferson Street Over Des Moines River in Near Tracy: Mahaska County, Iowa, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 595 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Roadway: 16.1 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1898 By: Clinton Bridge and Iron Works of Clinton, Iowa

One of several large and significant multi-span pin-connected truss bridges on this section of river.

Bellaire Bridge
M-88 Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (M-88) Over Intermediate River in Bellaire: Antrim County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: L. W. Lamb Company of Jackson, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A classic example of an attractive Michigan steel stringer design.

Benicia - Martinez Bridge
George Miller Jr. Memorial Bridge
HSR

I-680 Southbound Over Carquinez Strait (Suisun Bay), Bayshore Road, and Railroad in Martinez and Benicia: Contra Costa County, California and Solano County, California, United States

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam),

Length: 6,215 ft. Main Span: 528 ft. Roadway: 60.7 ft. Main Spans: 10

Built 1962 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge is a late, but very long example of a continuous deck truss.

Benwood Bridge
Bellaire Railroad Bridge, Great Stone Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Baltimore and Ohio) Over Ohio River in Bellaire and Benwood: Belmont County, Ohio and Marshall County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 5,808 ft. Main Span: 348 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1905 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and John Edwin Greiner (J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois)

An impressive structure that also features a very long 1872 stone arch approach system known as the Great Stone Viaduct.

Bellville Bridge
HSR

OH-13 and OH-97 (Main Street, Riverside Drive) Over Clear Fork Mohican River in Bellville: Richland County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 146 ft. Main Span: 138 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and Ohio State Highway Department

This bridge is noted for its vertical end posts and aesthetic design.

Casino Way Bridge Railings
HSR

Casino Way Over Canoe Stream in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Non-Historic, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

Although the superstructure has been replaced, the ornate railings and plaques from a former bridge were reused here.

Belle River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Belle River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

A good example of 1920s plate girder construction.

Belle River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Polly Ann Rail-Trail) Over Belle River in Rural: Lapeer County, Michigan, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A pretty little stone arch bridge is a rare survivor in a county filled with historic bridge demolition.

Belleville Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over Moira River in Belleville: Hastings County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 220 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Holdcroft Construction Company of Kingston, Ontario and A. B. Crealock

One of two beautifully restored, rare multi-span rainbow arch bridges in Belleville.

Bell Avenue Bridge
HSR

Bell Avenue Over Spruce Run River in Glen Gardner: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

An uncommon New Jersey example of a bridge built by the prominent Groton Bridge Company.

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Bells Landing Bridge
HSR

Redden Hill Road (PA-3005) Over West Branch Susquehanna River in Rural: Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 197 ft. Main Span: 194 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This incredible bridge with excellent historic integrity could and should have been preserved.

Lost Bridge
Dearborn County Bridge 15, Ohio County Bridge 29
HSR

Belles Branch Road Over Laughery Creek in Rural: Dearborn County, Indiana and Ohio County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 147 ft. Main Span: 142 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Oregonia Bridge Company of Lebanon, Ohio

This bridge may be so named because anyone who has discovered this awe-inspiring bridge in the middle of nowhere was lost!

Bellevue Valley Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Algoma Central, Canadian National) Over Bellevue Valley in Rural: Algoma District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 810 ft.

Built 1915 By: Unknown

An impressive trestle style multi-span plate girder with attractive steel bent supports.

Belmont Avenue Overpass
HSR

Lake Shore Drive (US-41) Over Belmont Avenue in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This bridge is quite different in design and appearance from other historic overpasses on Lake Shore Drive.

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Bender Bridge
Ficke Bridge
HSR

Bender Bridge Road (TR-504) Over Elk Lick Creek in Rural: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

A small, but noteworthy bridge in a potential rural historic district.

Benjamin Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CN) Over Benjamin Avenue in Royal Oak: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: A. Guthrie and Company of St. Paul, Minnesota

A skewed variation of one of twelve similar railroad over highway bridges in the county, also with different design details.

Bennett Road Culvert
HSR

Bennett Road (TR-129) Over Pugh Ditch in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small stone culvert.

Bennies Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Bennies Hill Road Over Catoctin Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Metal 10 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This extremely significant bridge documents the unique designs of its builder very well.

Bennington Road Bridge
HSR

Bennington Road Over Bear Creek in Rural: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is a good example of a small-scale 1920s bridge in Michigan, featuring the typical railing of the period.

Benton E. Day Bridge
HSR

IN-62 (CR-1200) Over Little Pigeon Creek in Rural: Spencer County, Indiana and Warrick County, Indiana, United States

Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 257 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1955 By: Unknown

This bridge retains good integrity and offers both questions and answers about standard bridge designs in Indiana.

Benton Road Bridge
HSR

Benton Road (TR-104) Over Sycamore Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Brookville Bridge Company of Brookville, Ohio

This traditionally composed riveted pony truss has been bypassed and abandoned.

Benton Street East Channel Bridge
HSR

Benton Street Over Fox River East Channel in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 174 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This bridge is part of a unique group of arch bridges in Aurora.

Benton Street West Channel Bridge
HSR

Benton Street Over Fox River West Channel in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 174 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1924 By: Unknown

A traditionally composed concrete arch bridge that has been rehabilitated.

Bentonsport Bridge
HSR

CR-J40 (Old Alignment) Over Des Moines River in Bentonsport and Vernon: Van Buren County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 730 ft. Main Span: 146 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1882 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This is one of the oldest, largest, and most noteworthy of the surviving lower Des Moines River truss bridges.

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Bergeys Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Bergeys Mill Road Over East Branch Perkiomen Creek in Rural: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 196 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1893 By: John Denithorne and Sons of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This skewed bridge is a rare surviving example of its local builder and has unusual built-up beam details.

Berkheimer Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 184870
HSR

215th Street Over West Fork Des Moines River in Rural: Humboldt County, Iowa, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 253 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 15.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Clinton Bridge and Iron Works of Clinton, Iowa

A rare Pennsylvania truss with excellent historic integrity.

Berlin Fair Drive Bridge
HSR

Berlin Fair Drive Over Sand Creek in Marne: Ottawa County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 60 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Cook and Clark and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is in excellent condition and represents a 60 foot version of a significant structure type well.

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Berry Road Bridge
HSR

Berry Road Over Grand River in Rural: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

An exceedingly rare example of the very first bridge design to use the R4 type railing that dominated state construction for 30 years.

Bessemer and Lake Erie Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Bessemer and Lake Erie) Over Allegheny River in Near Oakmont: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous 14 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,327 ft. Main Span: 520 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1918 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

An unusual and large example of continuous deck truss construction.

Beveridge Bridge
San Saba Suspension Bridge
HSR

China Creek Road (CR-200) Over San Saba River in Rural: San Saba County, Texas, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Flinn-Moyer Company of Weatherford, Texas

Although altered, this bridge remains an important bridge built by company of whom little remains.

Gugel Bridge
Beyer Road Bridge
HSR

Beyer Road Over Cass River in Rural (Near Frankenmuth): Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 205 ft. Main Span: 142 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Joliet Bridge and Iron Company of Joliet, Illinois

The only pin-connected through truss in Michigan that features a pony truss approach, this bridge was restored!

Bieneman Farm Bridge
Bridge Street Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Honey Creek in Burlington: Racine County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 106 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1877 By: Milwaukee Bridge and Iron Works of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

The oldest highway truss bridge in the state, this bridge has very unusual details.

Big Beaver Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Big Beaver Road in Birmingham: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built 1930 By: Unknown

A well known Birmingham landmark, this railroad-over-road bridge is quite different from the highway-over-railroad bridges that deal with this same rail line in the area.

Big Bridge
Lockport Main Street Bridge, Bridge E-233
HSR

Main Street (NY-31), Saxton Street, Cottage Street, and Two Parking Lots Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Lockport: Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 129 ft. Roadway: 400 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Larkin and Sangster of Seneca Falls, New York

This extremely unusual design of arch bridge was also the widest bridge in the world when completed.

Big Eddy Bridge
HSR

Big Eddy Road Over Columbia River in Revelstoke: Columbia-Shuswap District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,080 ft. Main Span: 215 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is noteworthy as a long bridge with different truss types and for its good historic integrity and stunning setting.

Big Four Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Great Miami River, Main Avenue, and Childrens Home Road (CR-41) in Sidney: Shelby County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 780 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1923 By: Walsh Construction Company

This gargantuan monumental bridge is so massive that it dwarfs the multi-span through truss next to it.

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Big Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Big Hill Road Over Fawn River in Rural: St. Joseph County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

A large, classic pin connected Pratt pony truss in a scenic setting.

Big Rocky Fork Iron Bridge
Parke County Bridge 11
HSR

Martin Road (CR-26) Over Rocky Fork Creek in Rural: Parke County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge has very unusual details for a bridge constructed by the Wrought Iron Bridge Company.

South Big Wheeling Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Big Wheeling Creek Road (CR-5) Over Big Wheeling Creek in Rural: Marshall County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 206 ft. Main Span: 202 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This Whipple truss has been bypassed by a new bridge, but was thankfully allowed to stand next to its replacement.

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North Big Wheeling Creek Road Bridge
Rude Bridge
HSR

Big Wheeling Creek Road (CR-5) Over Big Wheeling Creek in Rural: Marshall County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 215 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This Whipple truss is a rare example of a pin-connected highway truss with a skew.

Birmingham Bridge
HSR

Irish Flats Lane (TR-512) Over Little Juniata River in Birmingham: Blair County, Pennsylvania and Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 142 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania and J. A. Patterson

This extremely unusual bridge has decorative portal bracing and a very massive design for a bridge of its type and age.

Bismark Highway Bridge
HSR

Bismark Highway Over Sebewa Creek in Rural: Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

A rare example of a steel stringer bridge with lattice railing.

Chicago Drive Bridge
BL-196 Bridge
HSR

Chicago Drive (BL-196) Over Plaster Creek in Wyoming: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Hillding and Rabe and Michigan State Highway Department

This very old arch bridge once carried a railway on it, accounting for its width.

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Blackford Bridge
Pucketts Hole Bridge
HSR

VA-652 Over Clinch River in Rural: Russell County, Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 225 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1889 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

Preservations were able to convince the DOT to halt plans to demolish this bridge next to its replacement on new alignment.

Black Bridge
HSR

Black Bridge Road Over Speed River in Cambridge: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown

The future of this attractive designated heritage bridge is uncertain!

Blackburn Point Road Bridge
HSR

Blackburn Point Road (CR-789) Over Intracoastal Waterway in Osprey: Sarasota County, Florida, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 142 ft. Main Span: 142 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio

An excellent and uncommon example of a swing truss bridge in Florida.

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Blackhawk Road Bridge
Race Street Bridge
HSR

Blackhawk Road Over Des Moines River (Eastern Channel) in Ottumwa: Wapello County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 252 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This truss bridge appeared to have had a colorful history.

Black River Railroad Bridge
Canadian National Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Black River in Port Huron: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

A 1929 plate girder rolling lift bascule that is still in light use.

Black River Canal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Mohawk, Adirondack, and Northern) Over Black River Canal in Rural: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This non-historic bridge crossing a historic canal is included as an opportunity to discuss what actually makes a bridge historic.

Black Rock Bridge
HSR

Black Rock Road (PA-113) Over Schuylkill River in Rural: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania and Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 554 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1916 By: Unknown

This significant multi-span concrete arch bridge has been altered, but is still considered a noteworthy historic bridge.

Black Rock Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Schuylkill River in Rural: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania and Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This attractive multiple span railroad arch bridge carries a railroad over the river. A noteworthy tunnel is on the railroad line next to the bridge.

Blackford Road Bridge
HSR

Blackford Road Over Bear River Camp Far West Wier in Rural: Yuba County, California, United States

Metal 22 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 310 ft. Main Span: 303 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown

This unique bridge has vertical end posts giving it a distinctive appearance.

Blacksville Bridge
HSR

WV-7 and WV-218 (Mason-Dixon Highway, CR-52-1) Over Dunkard Creek in Blacksville: Monongalia County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 157 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is a skewed West Virginia state standard plan through truss bridge in good condition.

Blacks Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Blacks Mill Road Over Hunting Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

A small, late pin-connected pony truss with a distinctive railing design.

Blaine Hill S Bridge
Bicentennial Bridge
HSR

Pasko Drive (Old Historic National Road Alignment) Over Wheeling Creek in Blaine: Belmont County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 345 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1826 By: James Lloyd and Robert Wilson of Hagerstown, Maryland

One of the most important historic bridges in Ohio, this is an impressive and noteworthy remnant of the National Road

Blaine Hill Viaduct
Arches of Memory
HSR

US-40 (Historic National Road) Over Wheeling Creek in Blaine: Belmont County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 754 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1933 By: Hecker-Moon Company of Cleveland, Ohio and D. H. Overman and Ohio State Highway Department

A massive and striking high level concrete arch bridge provides a historic background for a nearby 1828 stone arch bridge

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Blake's Bridge
HSR

Main Street (PA-36) Over North Fork Creek in Brookville: Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: Farris Engineering (Bridge) Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and G. A. Flink

This concrete encased steel stringer had unusual but attractive railings that were different on each side.

Blatchford Bridge
HSR

CR-32 Over Speed River in Rural: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This nice looking mid 20th Century pony truss carries traffic on a fairly busy road.

Blenheim Road Arch Bridge
HSR

Blenheim Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Burgess Lake Outlet (Nith River Tributary) in Rural: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny concrete arch bridge is a long-abandoned bridge that carries a long-abandoned alignment of Blenheim Road.

Blissfield Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Adrian and Blissfield) Over River Raisin in Blissfield: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

A beautiful railroad truss bridge helps people ignore ugly highway crossing next to the bridge.

Blome Road Bridge
HSR

Blome Road Over Raiders Run in Indian Hill: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Queen City Bridge Company of Cincinnati, Ohio and William H. Harrison

This pin connected through truss is noteworthy for its slight skew, and being one of the only known remaining examples of its builder.

Bloor-Bayview Ramp Bridge
HSR

Don Valley Parkway Ramp To Bloor Street and -Bayview Avenue Over Don River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1960 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its arched, riveted girders.

Bloor Street Railway Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National and Go) and West Toronto Railpath Over Bloor Street in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built 1925 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This traditionally composed trio of steel girder grade separations was built by a prolific bridge company.

Bloor Street Rosedale Valley Bridge
Bloor Street Viaduct, Rosedale Section
HSR

Bloor Street Over Rosedale Ravine, Rosedale Valley Road, Castle Frank Brook in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Three-Hinged Braced Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 64.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Thomas Taylor

This is the smaller of two bridges constructed together for Bloor Street in this area.

Blossomland Bridge
HSR

M-63 (Main Street) Over St. Joseph River in St. Joseph: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 713 ft. Main Span: 164 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Hazelet and Erdal of Chicago, Illinois

A rare example of a Scherzer rolling lift bascule bridge.

Blue Heron Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Big South Fork in Blue Heron (Rural): McCreary County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is a cantilever deck truss bridge, and its design showcases the engineering clearly.

Blue Island Junction Railroad Bridges
HSR

Railroad (Various) Over Calumet Sag Channel in Blue Island: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a unique collection of five bridges of same age and similar design located next to a busy railroad junction.

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Blue Rock Road Bridge
Singing Bridge
HSR

Blue Rock Road (Old Alignment) Over Great Miami River in New Baltimore: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Metal 17 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 469 ft. Main Span: 458 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Brackett Construction Company of Cincinatti, Ohio

One of the longest Parker truss spans in the country with unrivaled geometric beauty destroyed by Hamilton County a quarter mile from its replacement.

Blue Sulphur Bridge
HSR

Blue Sulphur Road Over Mud Creek in Blue Sulphur (Rural): Cabell County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 157 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

A traditional Pratt truss but with uncommon sway bracing and connection nuts.

Bluff City Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Bluff City Boulevard Over Poplar Creek in Elgin: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This is a small but noteworthy in this area as an old, unaltered example of a concrete arch bridge.

Boardman's Bridge
HSR

Boardman Road Over Housatonic River in New Milford: Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 188 ft. Main Span: 188 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This beautiful and large span lenticular truss bridge has been bypassed.

Bobcaygeon Bridge
Bridge Number 35
HSR

Main Street (Bolton Street) Over Trent-Severn Waterway in Bobcaygeon: Kawartha Lakes City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 15.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: McGregor and McIntyre of Toronto, Ontario

This very slightly bobtailed swing bridge still operates frequently for boats.

Bollinger Road Bridge
HSR

Bollinger Road Over Perkins Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a well-preserved small-scale stone arch bridge.

Bond Cemetery Road Bridge
Brown County Bridge 36, Hickory Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Bond Cemetery Road Over North Fork Salt Creek in Rural: Brown County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Pan American Bridge Company of New Castle, Indiana

This traditionally composed truss is severely deteriorated and needs to be preserved soon before it is too late.

Bondsville Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This impressive stone arch bridge is noted for its unusual crenelated parapets.

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Bonny Eagle Bridge
HSR

ME-35 (Bonny Eagle Road) Over Saco River in Hollis: York County, Maine and Cumberland County, Maine, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This historic bridge could have been rehabilitated or could have been left standing next to its replacement.

Book Bridge
HSR

Book Road Over Muddy Creek in Rural: Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This bridge stands out as an old, unaltered bridge with a couple rare details.

Boom Island Railroad Bridge
Wisconsin Central Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Mississippi River (East Channel) in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Butler - Ryan Company of St. Paul, Minnesota and Charles Frederick Loweth

This is an impressive pin-connected railroad bridge that can be enjoyed today by pedestrians.

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Bootjack Road Bridge
HSR

Bootjack Road Over Conestoga River in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: John T. Brubaker and Frank H. Shaw of Lancaster, Pennstlvania

A good and relatively early representative example of a concrete through girder in the county.

Bordell Crossroads Bridge
HSR

Bordell Crossroads (TR-350) Over Cole Creek in Rural: McKean County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small pony truss has had load-bearing stringers added, but continues to display its unusual design details.

Borden Road Bridge
HSR

Borden Road Over Prairie Creek in Rural: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 40 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This small camelback bridge adds interest to an otherwise normal roadway.

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Bostater Road Bridge
HSR

Bostater Road (CR-90) Over Lick Creek in Rural: Defiance County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An attractive truss bridge in a wooded and overgrown setting.

Bostick Road Bridge
Bill Blass Bridge, Turner Bridge, Allen County Bridge 268
HSR

Bostick Road Over St. Marys River in Rural: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 174 ft. Main Span: 169 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This long and intricate bridge is a stunning historic artifact that was bypassed and restored in place for pedestrians!

Boston Bridge
HSR

Walnut Street (PA-48 - Orange Beltway) Over Youghiogheny River in Versailles: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,182 ft. Main Span: 420 ft. Roadway: 29.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This distinctive and unique bridge was built with aesthetics in mind.

Boundary Bridge 44
HSR

Simcoe Street Over Talbot River (Trent-Severn Waterway) in Rural: Kawartha Lakes City, Ontario and Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier)

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is an outstanding and increasingly rare surviving example of a riveted swing bridge on this heritage waterway.

Bowdoinham Bridge
HSR

ME-24 (River Road, Bay Road) Over Cathance River in Bowdoinham: Sagadahoc County, Maine, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 156 ft. Main Span: 156 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This bridge is a good representative example of a very late state-designed riveted truss bridge in Maine.

Bower Bridge
Camp Corbly Road Bridge
HSR

Camp Corbly Road Over West Branch Susquehanna River in Bower: Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Span: 131 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional truss bridge was rendered decorative by a structural arch.

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Boulevard of the Allies Bridge
HSR

Boulevard of the Allies (PA-885) Over Various Streets in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 351 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This bridge was part of an early example of an attempt to control city congestion and create better traffic flow.

Boyd Bridge
Decatur County Bridge 140
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Greensburg City Park Lake in Greensburg: Decatur County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 178 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Pan American Bridge Company of New Castle, Indiana and Central States Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

Relocated and preserved, this bridge is a good example of a riveted Camelback truss.

Boyer Road Bridge
HSR

Boyer Road Over I-94 in Rural: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 337 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Pierson Contracting Company and Owen-Ames-Kimball Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This representative example bridge is noted for its 47 degree skew.

Brady Bridge
Yonai Road Bridge
HSR

Yonai Road (TR-515) Over Stony Creek in Rural: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

A complete example of an early 20th Century pony truss.

Braidwood Road Bridge
HSR

Braidwood Road Over Belle River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: J. H. Baker and Sons of Port Huron, Michigan

A complete example of a 1940s beam bridge.

Brandywine Bridge
HSR

Strasburg Road Over West Branch Brandywine Creek in Mortonville: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 220 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1826 By: Wilson

This bridge is a relatively large stone arch and is extremely old.

Brandywine Bridge
Cope's Bridge
HSR

Strasburg Road (PA-162) Over East Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 152 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1807 By: Anthony Taylor and John Lewis

This ancient stone arch bridge is one of the two oldest bridges in the county.

Brandywine Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Brandywine Creek Road Over Buck Run and Doe Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1915 By: Corcoran Construction Company of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This three span arch bridge connects to a newer 1937 steel stringer bridge.

Brandywine Creek Footbridge
HSR

Non-Motorized Path Over Brandywine Creek in Wilmington: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This is an uncommon and attractive suspension bridge built to carry pedestrian traffic.

Brandywine Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Brandywine Creek in Wilmington: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 764 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is an enormous stone arch bridge built by the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad.

Brewers Bridge
HSR

Brewers Bridge Road (Cotton Belt Route) Over Beaverdam Creek in Rural: Elbert County, Georgia, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 219 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: Mallory and Nash

This is the only known example of a curved chord through girder bridge in Georgia.

Brantford Railway Girder Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Grand River in Brantford: Brant County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

A traditionally composed plate girder sitting on unusual caissons.

Brent Spence Bridge
HSR

I-75 and I-70 Over Ohio River in Cincinnati and Covington: Hamilton County, Ohio and Kenton County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,736 ft. Main Span: 831 ft. Roadway: 91.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1963 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Modjeski and Masters

This impressive double deck cantilever truss bridge features an attractive design despite its relatively late construction date.

Brick Hill Road Bridge
HSR

US-22 Over Brick Hill Road in Rural: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

Although altered, this bridge is an example of an unusual form of highway overpass used in Pennsylvania.

Bridge Street Bridge
Old McCaysville Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (Old GA-5) Over Toccoa River (Ococee River) in McCaysville: Fannin County, Georgia, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 181 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

An excellent example of a riveted camelback truss bridge that has the traditional camelback truss shape.

Bridge Street Bridge
Elkhart County Bridge 387
HSR

Bridge Street Over St. Joseph River in Elkhart: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 274 ft. Main Span: 117 ft. Roadway: 39.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: H. L. Maddocks Company

An unusual concrete bridge with attractive details and good historic integrity is significant as a documented Public Works Administration bridge.

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Bridge Street Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over Nith River in Wilmot Township: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 13.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

An impressive rural camelback truss retains historic integrity including original railings.

Bridge Street Bridge
Bridgeport Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over Grand River in Kitchener: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 413 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1934 By: Storms Contracting Company of Toronto, Ontario

A graceful and impressive five-span rainbow arch bridge.

Bridge Z-6
Milwaukee Road Bloomingdale Line Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific, Former Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway) Over North Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Arc Bearing Bobtail) and Approach Spans: Metal Girder, Fixed

Length: 245 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: American Bridge Works of Chicago, Illinois and Onward Bates

This bridge exhibits one of the most unusual swing bridge designs ever encountered.

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Bridgeport Bridge
Wheeling and Belmont Bridge
HSR

US-40 (Old Alignment) Over Ohio River Back Channel in Bridgeport and Wheeling: Belmont County, Ohio and Ohio County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 685 ft. Main Span: 209 ft. Roadway: 32.25 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1893 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Despite its historic significance and unparalleled beauty, this ornate mastery of engineering is not being treated as nicely as the Wheeling Suspension Bridge...

Bridgeport Road Bridge
HSR

Bridgeport Road (TR-206) Over Anderson Creek in Rural: Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio

This wrought iron bridge with cast iron components and distinctive details of its builder is very important.

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Bridgeview Street Bridge Substructure
HSR

Bridgeview Street Over Clinton River in Harrison Township: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Non-Historic, Fixed

Length: 319 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built By: Unknown

This is an ugly modern bridge that sits on impressive 1930s concrete piers.

Brighton Road Bridge
HSR

Brighton Road Over Spruce Run in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 17 ft. Main Span: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Charles M. Driver and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

This tiny stone arch bridge retains good historic integrity and is situated on a sharp curve in the road.

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Brighton Road Bridge
HSR

Brighton Road (CR-64) Over Murray Canal (Trent-Severn Waterway) in Rural: Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Central Bridge Company of Tenton, Ontario

This is the last remaining heritage highway bridge on the Murray canal.

Brilliant Cutoff Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Penn Central) Over Silver Lake Drive in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 5

Built 1903 By: Columbia Contracting Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is an impressive high level stone arch railroad bridge.

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Brink Road Bridge
HSR

Brink Road Over Prairie River (Hog Creek Drain 40) in Rural: Branch County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

A quaint little pony truss on a rural not only adds beauty to a pleasant country scene, but displays a transition from pinned to riveted connections..

Broadmoor Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Broadmoor Avenue in Kentwood: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: Hertel-Deyo Company and Michigan State Highway Department

A mid-20th Century structure, this bridge is a late and typical example of its type.

Broad Street Bridge
HSR

Broad Street Over Comanche Creek in Mason: Mason County, Texas, United States

Concrete 6 Panel Howe Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1918 By: Alamo Construction Company of San Antonio

This extremely rare bridge is one of only a few concrete truss bridges remaining in the entire country!

Broadway Bridge
St. Peter Bridge
HSR

Broadway Avenue (MN-99) Over Minnesota River in St. Peter: Le Sueur County, Minnesota and Nicollet County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 402 ft. Main Span: 196 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1931 By: Minneapolis Bridge Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota and Minnesota Highway Department

This bridge has a skew only at the pier, and unusual decorative top chord links make this bridge look like a continuous truss.

Broadway Bridge
HSR

Broadway Street Over Kentucky River in Frankfort: Franklin County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 516 ft. Main Span: 156 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

One of a pair of bridges that sit next to each other and offer a unique discussion in transportation heritage.

Broadway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Broadway (IL-25) and Clark Street in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 332 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built By: Unknown

This unusual railroad overpass crosses the road at a heavy skew overall but does this using right angles.

Broadway Avenue US-31 Bridge
HSR

Broadway Avenue Over US-31 in Norton Shores: Muskegon County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 189 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1959 By: Darin and Armstrong, Inc of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This noteworthy bridge is perhaps the most technologically significant curved t-beam overpass in Michigan.

Broadway Railroad Bridge
Kentucky River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (R. J. Corman / CSX) Over Kentucky River in Frankfort: Franklin County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

One of a pair of bridges that sit next to each other and offer a unique discussion in transportation heritage.

Broadway Street Bridge
HSR

Broadway Street (PA-2004) Over Casselman River in Meyersdale: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 147 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1951 By: Unknown

A good example of a 1950s bridge in Pennsylvania, this bridge was rehabilitated.

Broadway Street Bridge
HSR

Broadway Street Over Chippewa River in Mt. Pleasant: Isabella County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is an old concrete arch bridge that has been altered by the replacement of its railings.

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Brock Thorah Townline Bridge
Concession 1 Thorah Bridge
HSR

Brock Thorah Townline (Concession 1 Thorah) Over Beaver River in Rural: Durham Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional Warren pony truss that adds interest to an otherwise typical agricultural landscape.

Brockport Main Street Bridge
Bridge E-182
HSR

Main Street (NY-19) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Brockport: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 156 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: McMyler-Interstate Company of Cleveland, Ohio and W.S. Cooper Company of Cleveland, Ohio

One of two attractive and historic Erie Canal lift bridges in Brockport.

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Brockport - Holley Road Bridge
Bridge E-185
HSR

Brockport - Holley Road (NY-31) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 327 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1959 By: Unknown

This bridge was a good example of bridge with pin and hanger technology and a suspended span.

Brokenstraw Creek Bridge
HSR

Private Trail Over Brokenstraw Creek in Rural: Warren County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 6.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This little pony truss is hidden a short distance off of a rural road.

Bronson Bridge
Hilton Bridge, County Bridge Number 8
HSR

Bronson Road (TR-328) Over Sugar Creek in Rural: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This bridge was built by a company with an apparant affinity for an unusual truss configuration.

Brook Line Bridge
HSR

Brook Line Over Big Creek in Rural: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Unknown

A nice example of a rural steel stringer beam bridge in Ontario.

Brooklyn Road Bridge
HSR

Brooklyn Road Over Mash Stream in Frankfort: Waldo County, Maine, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This narrow bridge is an early example of a polygonal Warren truss bridge.

Brookport Bridge
Irvin S. Cobb Bridge
HSR

US-45 (Paducah-Brookport Road) Over Ohio River in Brookport and Paducah: Massac County, Illinois and McCracken County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 24 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,387 ft. Main Span: 716 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1929 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Harrington, Howard, and Ash of Kansas City, Missouri

Among historic bridges, this bridge has one of the longest simple truss spans ever constructed!

Brookville Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Pittsburg and Shawmut) Over Sandy Lick Creek and Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) in Rural: Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This impressive bridge has a curve to it and has a variety of interesting span types.

Brower Road Duggins Run Bridge
TR-333 Duggins Run Bridge
HSR

Brower Road (TR-333) Over Duggins Run in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A small beam bridge that features riveted railings and stone abutments.

Brower Road Bridge
TR-333 Bridge
HSR

Brower Road (TR-333) Over 7 Mile Creek in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Brookville Bridge Company of Brookville, Ohio

A simply ornamented truss bridge still conveys a sense of beauty and history in a scenic rural location.

Browers Bridge
HSR

Mansion Road (PA-4039) Over South Branch French Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: P. J. McCormick and Son of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

A local private farm paid PennDOT out of pocket to get this bridge preserved.

Brownsville Road Bridge
HSR

Brownsville Road Over Lick Run in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a very tiny concrete arch bridge.

Broyles Road Bridge
Old US-36 Bridge
HSR

Broyles Road (Converted To Pedestrian Trail) Over White Lick Creek in Avon: Hendricks County, Indiana, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1875 By: Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio

The oldest Whipple truss in Indiana and one of the oldest surviving examples of a bridge built by this unusual bridge company.

Bruce Highway Bridge
HSR

Bruce Highway Over Black Creek in Rural: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This secluded, pony truss is of decent length and is a very nice looking bridge.

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Bruce Vento Trail Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Bruce Vento Rail-Trail) Over MN-36 in Maplewood: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1954 By: Unknown and Minnesota Highway Department

With some aesthetic details, this former railroad bridge was a relativelty early and somewhat unusual overpass.

Brush Creek Branch Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Brush Creek Branch in Manor: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

A tiny stone arch bridge buried in the trees.

Brush Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Brush Creek Road (PA-4012) Over Brush Creek in Manor: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Trimpey and Whipkey

This concrete arch bridge has attractive concrete balustrade railings.

Brush Hill Road Overpass
HSR

Pennsylvania Turnpike (I-76) Over Brush Hill Road in Westmoreland: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 68.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Unknown

An intact example of a mid 20th Century Pennsylvania Turnpike overpass.

Bryce Road Bridge
HSR

Bryce Road Over Pine River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1923 By: Unknown

This relatively old steel stringer bridge is skewed and features good historic integrity.

Buchanan Road Bridge
HSR

Buchanan Road Over Drain Number 294 in Rural: Gratiot County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A representative example of 1950s small scale concrete bridge construction.

Bucholtz Highway Private Bridge
HSR

Private Field Crossing Over Little River Raisin South Branch in Rural: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio, Smith - Wynkoop and McGormley Agents

A beautiful private farm bridge associated with contracting agents Smith - Wynkoop and McGormley, this pony truss sits rotting away and unused.

Buckingham Road Bridge
HSR

Buckingham Road (TR-181) Over Marsh Run in Rural: Huron County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This traditional pony truss with fair historic integrity has Armco guardrails improperly mounted on it.

Buckwalter Farm Lane Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Buckwalter Farm Lane (Sycamore Lane)) in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This three span bridge carries an abandoned railroad line over a dead end road.

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Buffenmeyer Road Bridge
HSR

Buffenmeyer Road Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Rural: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 93 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge has a flat plate-like appearance due to its design.

Buffalo Run Road Bridge
HSR

Buffalo Run Road (CR-25/8) Over Pond Creek in Rural: Wood County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 38 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

A small, early example of a truss bridge with riveted connections.

Bullfrog Road Bridge
HSR

Bullfrog Road Over Monocacy River in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 183 ft. Main Span: 179 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This bridge is an impressive example of its type, and the only one in the county.

Burkhardt Drive Bridge
Boulder Bridge
HSR

Burkhardt Drive Over Douglass Park Lake in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge appears to be a rare spandrel braced three-hinged arch bridge.

Burkittsville Road Bridge
Green Bridge
HSR

Burkittsville Road Over Catoctin Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 146 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Roanoke Iron and Bridge Works of Roanoke, Virginia

Skewed, this bridge is also a good example of a standard plan truss in Maryland.

Burlington Canal Lift Bridge
HSR

Beach Boulevard (Eastport Drive) Over Burlington Canal in Burlington and Hamilton: Halton Region, Ontario and Hamilton City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive)

Main Span: 380 ft. Roadway: 65 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1962 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario and C. C. Parker and Associates of Hamilton, Ontario

Although a late example of its type, this landmark bridge has a very long lift span.

Burns Road Culvert
HSR

Burns Road Over Local Drain in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

The railings on this culvert look like they came from a light-weight truss bridge.

Burnt Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Burnt Mill Road Over Conodoguinet Creek in Rural: Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is an extremely early surviving example of this regionally prolific and noteworthy bridge builder, and it has some unusual details.

Burr Street Bridge
HSR

Burr Street Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Murray: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Daniel Deering Construction Company of Norwalk, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Burson Road Bridge
HSR

Burson Road (TR-62) Over Flat Run in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1883 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

Abandoned and buried in the woods, this is a very old surviving Pratt pony truss.

Burt Road Bridge
HSR

Burt Road Over Silver Creek in Rural: Hillsdale County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Beighton and Spaulding of Pioneer, Ohio and Michigan State Highway Department

This is Hillsdale County's last historic concrete arch bridge, serving a road that was once a trunkline, as unassuming as the road may seem today.

Burton's Ferry Bridge
HSR

US-301 (Abandoned Alignement) Over Savannah River in Rural: Screven County, Georgia and Allendale County, South Carolina, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This impressive truss bridge with a swing span has been abandoned with the swing span in the open position.

Busway Ramp Bridge
Saw Mill Run Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Busway Ramp (Saw Mill Run Boulevard) Over Liberty Avenue (US-19) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This deck plate girder has an extreme skew and was built with Depression era relief funds.

Buttermore Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Buttermore Boulevard Over Whites Run in Connellsville: Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 39 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Farris Engineering (Bridge) Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is a small but nicely proportioned concrete arch bridge.

Byram Road Bridge
HSR

Byram Road Over Railroad (Metro North) in East Port Chester: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Non-Historic, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1994 By: Unknown

Do not be tricked by this modern bridge trying to look like an old 1892 bridge!

Byron Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (MDOT Owned) Over Shiawassee River in Byron: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 11 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Toledo-Massillon Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

An excellent and locally uncommon example of a railroad deck truss.

CA-4 Middle River Bridge
HSR

CA-4 Over Middle River in Rural: San Joaquin County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 547 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This swing bridge is nicely contrasted with its pony truss approach spans.

CA-4 Old River Bridge
HSR

CA-4 (California Delta Highway, Marengo Road) Over Old River in Rural: Contra Costa County, California and San Joaquin County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 528 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is one of several attractive historic swing bridges along this stretch of CA-4 leading to Stockton.

CA-4 San Joaquin River Bridge
HSR

CA-4 Over San Joaquin River in Stockton: San Joaquin County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 302 ft. Main Span: 129 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: E. H. Riley

This swing bridge has latticed end posts and a concrete approach span.

Chicago and North Western Railroad Powder Mill Creek Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Chicago and North Western) Over Powder Mill Creek in Near Bessemer: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An attractive stone arch bridge sits off the beaten path, rewarding all who seek it.

Chicago and North Western Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Railroad (Rail-Trail, Hank Aaron State Trail) (Former Union Pacific) in Milwaukee: Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

An impressive truss railroad overpass, which has been bypassed by a modern bridge.

Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX, Former Chesapeake and Ohio) Over Ohio River in Cincinnati and Covington: Hamilton County, Ohio and Kenton County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Continuous 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 675 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and John Edwin Greiner (J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois)

This is a gargantuan bridge and is composed of extremely massive members.

Cabot Street Bridge
HSR

Cabot Street (MA-116 and MA-141) Over 3rd Level Canal in Holyoke: Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1894 By: Unknown

This three span arch bridge includes attractive railings.

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Caldwell Bridge
Hoon Road Bridge
HSR

Hoon Road Over Connoquenessing Creek in Rural: Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Unknown

Representing the transition from pinned to riveted connections, this extremely early example of a riveted Pratt pony truss was demolished!

Caldwell Road Bridge
HSR

Caldwell Road (TR-33) Over Sandusky River in Rural: Crawford County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 114 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Variety Iron Works of Cleveland, Ohio

With its builder-associated uniqu details, this is one of around a handful of surviving examples of bridges built by this company in the country.

Caledonia Bridge
Espyville Bridge, Bowstring Bridge
HSR

Caledonia Northern Road (CR-194) Over Olentangy River in Caledonia: Marion County, Ohio, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1873 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A rare, and early example of a Wrought Iron Bridge Company bowstring, this bridge is long abandoned.

Caledonia CSX Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Whetstone Creek in Caledonia: Marion County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is one of two railroad truss bridges sitting side by side.

Caledonia Erie Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Erie Railroad) Over Whetstone Creek in Caledonia: Marion County, Ohio, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and C.W. Buckholtz

This is an outstanding and uncommon example of a lattice truss bridge.

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Callender Road Bridge
HSR

Callender Road Over Grand River in Rural: Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 253 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This very unique bridge is noted for a skew, through plate girder approaches, and v-lacing on the top chord and end post.

California Avenue Bridge
HSR

California Avenue Over Farragut Street and Jacks Run in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 770 ft. Main Span: 320 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: John F. Casey Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This impressive monument features a higher degree of historic integrity than other Pittsburgh examples.

California Avenue C and WI Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Chicago and Western Indiana) Over California Avenue in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

Although individually undistinguished, this bridge is a representative example of its kind.

California Avenue AT and SF Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway) Over California Avenue in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

Although individually undistinguished, this bridge is a representative example of its kind.

Calis Majorsville Road Bridge
Warton Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Calis Majorsville Road (CR-26-1) Over Whetstone Run in Rural: Marshall County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This small arch bridge is noted as a Luten bridge design.

Calvert Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Calvert Hill Road (TR-357) Over Shannon Run in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This is a tiny but attractive pony truss on stone abutments.

Calumet River Elgin, Joliet, and Eastern Railroad Bridge
Bridge 710
HSR

Railroad (Elgin, Joliet, and Eastern) Over Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive)

Main Span: 242 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1974 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This may not be the oldest of vertical lift bridges in Chicago, but its bright red paint and interesting shape make this an attractive gateway into Lake Michigan!

Calumet River Norfolk Southern Railroad Bridges
HSR

Railroad (Various) Over Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive)

Length: 210 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 31.25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Kelly-Atkinson Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri

Once a group of five bridges, the three remaining impressive vertical lifts are excellent examples of Waddell and Harrington vertical lift bridges.

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Camborne Bridge
HSR

Albert's Alley Over Branch Cobourg Brook in Rural: Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Roadway: 15.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Ontario Bridge Company of Toronto, Ontario

This unusual, small deck plate girder bridge is noted for its attractive lattice railing.

Cambridge Road Bridge
HSR

Cambridge Road (PA-4010) Over Honey Brook Branch in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

A rare example of a recently rehabilitated through plate girder bridge in Pennsylvania.

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Cambridge Springs Bridge
HSR

US-6 / US-19 (Main Street) Over French Creek in Cambridge Springs: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 203 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 21.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This pin connected, massive-membered bridge was a beautiful centerpiece for the town, but it was not safe from PennDOT.

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Camden College Corner Road Bridge
Hueston Woods Bridge
HSR

Camden College Corner Road (CR-24) Over 4 Mile Creek in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 111 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Brookville Bridge Company of Brookville, Ohio

An attractive warren polygonal top chord pony truss adds interest to a scenic state park area.

Cameron Road Bridge
HSR

Cameron Road Over Sydenham River in Brooke-Alvinston Township: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A scenic rural truss bridge with a highly unusual modified double-intersection Warren truss configuration.

Campbell Bridge
HSR

Grimsby Road 16 Over 20 Mile Creek in Lincoln: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1962 By: Unknown

This is a locally noteworthy example of an unaltered standard Ontario rigid-frame bridge.

Camp Berry Bridge
HSR

Camp Berry Road Over Eagle Creek in Rural: Hancock County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An attractive pony truss located in a wooded setting.

Canadian National Railway Truss Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National) Over Trent-Severn Waterway in Peterborough: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Main Span: 218 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Central Bridge and Engineering Company of Peterborough, Ontario

This abandoned swing bridge is a beautiful heritage landmark for users of the nearby Rotary Greenway Trail.

Canadian National Railway Girder Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Otonabee River (Trent-Severn Waterway) in Peterborough: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This railway plate girder swing bridge is a nice contrast to the two railway truss swing bridges in Peterborough.

Canadian Pacific Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Otonabee River in Peterborough: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1913 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This impressive bridge could be throught of as two bridges since a causeway connects two parts of the structure.

Canadian Pacific Railway Swing Bridge
Bridge Number 25
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Trent-Severn Waterway in Peterborough: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 187 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Central Bridge and Engineering Company of Peterborough, Ontario

This impressive swing bridge continues to operate for trains and boats as needed and is easy to view.

Canal Lake Bridge
Hole in the Wall Bridge
HSR

Centennial Park Road (Highway 33) Over Canal Lake (Trent-Severn Waterway) in Rural: Kawartha Lakes City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown and Department of Railways and Canals

This National Historic Site of Canada is the oldest known concrete arch in Canada and an exceedingly rare Melan arch bridge.

Canal Road Bridge
Millard's Highway Bridge, Bridge E-224
HSR

Canal Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Empire Engineering of New York, New York

A rehabilitated one-lane through truss bridge adds to the rich heritage of the Erie Canal.

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Kelly Road Bridge
Canal Road Bridge
HSR

Canal Road (TR-388, Kelly Road) Over Shenango River in Sharpsville: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 187 ft. Main Span: 179 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This beautiful and rare treasure is near multiple parks on a lightly traveled road, yet the only thing anyone was willing to preserve of this bridge was two panels of the truss as an exhibit.

Canal Street Bridge
HSR

Canal Street Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 350 ft. Main Span: 254 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and City of Chicago

This trunnion bascule bridge was built by the Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Ohio.

Canal Street Railroad Bridge
Pennsylvania Railroad Bridge 458
HSR

Railroad (Amtrak, Metra Heritage Corridor, and Metra SouthWest Service) Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive)

Length: 388 ft. Main Span: 273 ft. Roadway: 19.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri

The heaviest vertical lift span when built, with 195 foot high towers, this is the only vertical lift near downtown Chicago.

Canaan Road Culvert
HSR

Canaan Road (CR-27) Over Branch Big Run in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This is an intact stone arch culvert that also features lattice railings.

Canaseraga Creek Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Road Over Canaseraga Creek in Rural: Livingston County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Long abandoned, this bridge has lightweight trusses that retain integrity, but its approaches are gone.

Caneadea Bridge
HSR

Hill Road (CR-46) Over Genesee River in Caneadea: Allegany County, New York, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 253 ft. Main Span: 246 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

With an impressive span length, ornate portal and plaque, and unusual design, this is a significant bridge.

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Canboro Road Bridge
HSR

Burt Road Over East Branch Pigeon River in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

An old stringer featuring unusual and primitive concrete railing design.

Canyon Falls Bridge
HSR

US-41 Over Sturgeon River in Rural: Baraga County, Michigan, United States

Metal Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 232 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This graceful arch bridge is one of two distinctive steel deck arch bridges in the Upper Penninsula.

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Card Road Bridge
HSR

Card Road Over North Branch Clinton River in Rural: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This beautiful bridge, filled with history and memories, today facing demolition!

Cardington Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Whetstone Creek in Cardington: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This is a small scale concrete arch railroad bridge.

Cardington Western Road Bridge
HSR

Cardington Western Road (CR-11) Over Whetstone Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 158 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This is an unusual and altered concrete arch bridge.

Cardington Western Road Culvert
HSR

Cardington Western Road (CR-11) Over Big Run in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a large stone culvert that has been altered somewhat on one side.

Carillon Park Bridge
Lower Gratis Road Bridge
HSR

Carillon Park Walkway Over Shallow Depression in Dayton: Montgomery County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio

This ornate, extremely old example of a Whipple truss features the highly unusual chords, members, and connections of its builder.

Carlton Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Maine Eastern Railroad) and US-1 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Kennebec River in Bath: Sagadahoc County, Maine, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,098 ft. Main Span: 330 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and J. A. L. Waddell

This impressive vertical lift bridge originally carried a highway deck on top in addition to a railroad deck below.

Carmel Achor Road Bridge
Negley Bridge
HSR

Carmel Achor Road (TR-1026) Over North Fork Little Beaver Creek in Achor (Rural): Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 156 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio

A gorgeous and ancient Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio bridge featuring their trademark unusual design.

Carmody Road Bridge
HSR

Carmody Road Over I-94 in Rural: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 361 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A rare example of a curved t-beam with a heavy skew.

Carney Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Buffenmeyer Road in Rural: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This impressive bridge has a distinct tunnel-like feeling to it.

Carothers Avenue Bridge
Glendale Bridge
HSR

Carothers Avenue (3rd Street) Over Chartiers Creek in Carnegie: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 146 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: James F. Powers and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

This extremely long span pony truss bridge is listed as the longest simple Warren pony truss span in the entire state!

Carp River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Carp River in Marquette: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 8

Built By: Unknown

This is a small, abandoned railroad bridge right on the shore of Lake Superior.

Carpenter Road Bridge
HSR

Carpenter Road Over Flint River in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1948 By: Brighton and Wing

The aesthetic treatment of this stringer bridge differs from the standard plan in several ways.

Carquinez Bridge
Eastbound I-80 Bridge
HSR

I-80 (Eastbound) Over Carquinez Strait and Railroad (Union Pacific) in Crockett and Vallejo: Contra Costa County, California and Solano County, California, United States

Metal Bolt-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 5,209 ft. Main Span: 1,100 ft. Roadway: 51.8 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1958 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This large cantilever bridge takes on the overall shape of an earlier, now-demolished cantilever truss, but instead displays period construction details.

Carroll Street Bridge
HSR

Carroll Street Over Gowanus Canal in New York: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Retractile

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 107 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1889 By: New Jersey Steel and Iron Company of Trenton, New Jersey and Brooklyn Department of City Works

This is one of the only known operable retractile bridges in North America.

Carrying Place Bridge
HSR

Loyalist Parkway (CR-33) Over Murray Canal (Trent-Severn Waterway) in Carrying Place: Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Non-Historic, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A heritage bridge was demolished and replaced with this bridge that immitates the heritage bridge.

Carson Street Railroad Bridges
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Chartiers Creek in McKees Rocks: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An impressive pair of identical truss bridges sitting side by side.

Carson Street Bridge
HSR

Carson Street Over Chartiers Creek in McKees Rocks: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 144 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

This bridge is actually a very tall pony truss to which overhead bracing was added.

Carter Road Bridge
HSR

Carter Road Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive)

Length: 559 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio

This structure has been severely altered.

Carter Road Bridge
HSR

Carter Road Over US-10 in Rural: Bay County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 198 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1958 By: Hertel-Deyo Company and Michigan State Highway Department

One of several curved t-beam overpasses on US-10 which retain original railings.

Carversville Bridge
HSR

Carversville-Wismer Road (Aquetong Road, PA-1003) Over Paunnacussing Creek in Carversville: Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1854 By: Unknown

A well-preserved example of a mid-19th century stone arch bridge.

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Caseville Bridge
HSR

M-25 (Main Street) Over Pigeon River in Caseville: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This beautiful stringer bridge retains excellent historic integrity.

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Cash Road Bridge
HSR

Cash Road Over Elk Creek in Cash (Rural): Sanilac County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This wooden deck warren pony truss was moved to private property.

Casino Way Bridge
Sunset Drive Bridge
HSR

Casino Way (Sunset Drive) Over Canoe Stream in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Unknown

A contributing resource to the Belle Isle Historic District.

Cass River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Central Michigan / Huron and Eastern Railroad) Over Cass River in Rural: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A nice through truss with long wooden approaches.

Casselman Bridge
Little Crossings Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Historic National Road Over Casselman River in Grantsville: Garrett County, Maryland, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 354 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1813 By: David Shriver Jr.

Featuring a large 80 foot span, this bridge is among the oldest bridges in the country!

Catalpa Drive Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CN) Over Catalpa Drive in Royal Oak: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: A. Guthrie and Company of St. Paul, Minnesota

One of a group of similar railroad over highway bridges in the county associated with a significant project.

Cavehill Road Truss Bridge
Ripley County Bridge 14
HSR

Cavehill Road Over Laughery Creek in Rural: Ripley County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 169 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is a good representate example of a rural riveted Parker truss bridge.

Cavehill Road Arch Bridge
Ripley County Bridge 9
HSR

Cavehill Road Over Laughery Creek in Rural: Ripley County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 161 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This magnificent bridge is an outstanding example of an early 20th Century rural concrete arch bridge.

Cavin Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Cavin Street (IN-5) in Ligonier: Noble County, Indiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 58 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1912 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio

This bridge features a plaque that is upside-down for unknown reasons.

Cayuga Street Bridge
HSR

Cayuga Street Over Fall Creek in Ithaca: Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 114 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

This is a standard plan 1930s pony truss.

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Cedar Grove Bridge
HSR

Old IN-1 Over Whitewater River in Cedar Grove: Franklin County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 368 ft. Main Span: 182 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1914 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

This bridge sits abandoned yet open to pedestrians and is an impressive example of a Camelback truss.

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Cedar Springs Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Cedar Creek in Cedar Springs: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Slab, Fixed

Length: 29 ft. Main Span: 14 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This bridge is an example of a reinforced concrete slab bridge with railings that are reminiscent of a concrete camelback.

Cedar Street Bridge
HSR

Cedar Street (BL-96) Over Red Cedar River, Railroad (Canadian National), South Street in Lansing: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 953 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 51.8 ft. Main Spans: 15

Built 1952 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Michigan State Highway Department

This preserved bridge is a long, curved, multi-span bridge with attractive railings.

Cedar Run Road Bridge
HSR

Cedar Run Road Over Shafers Run in Rural: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

This is a tiny concrete arch bridge that appears to be a county design.

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Cementon Bridge
HSR

Main Street / 21st Street (PA-329) Over Lehigh River and Railroad in Cementon: Lehigh County, Pennsylvania and Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 575 ft. Main Span: 159 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1933 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This impressive example of a state standard truss bridge is at risk for demolition and replacement despite its good condition.

Cemetery Lane Bridge
HSR

Cemetery Lane Over Fall Creek in Rural: Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This is a standard plan truss bridge that is more than capable of continuing to serve the road it is on.

Cemetery Road Bridge
HSR

Cemetery Road Over Sugar Creek in Troy: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A traditional concrete arch bridge of decent length and in good condition.

Cemetery Road Bridge
HSR

Cemetery Road (PA-3012) Over Brokenstraw Creek in Rural: Warren County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Agents

This bridge both blends in and contributes to the scenic rural setting it is located in.

Center Road Bridge
HSR

Center Road Over Conneaut Creek in Rural: Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This rare structure is one of the most graceful and impressive bridges in all of Ohio!

Center Road Bridge
HSR

Center Road Over Bixlers Run in Rural: Perry County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

Contributing to a potential historic district, this is an regionally early riveted truss bridge built bty a prolific builder in Pennsylvania.

Center Road Bridge
HSR

Center Road Over Thread Creek in Grand Blanc: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

One of several representative examples of small scale bridge construction in the late 1920s and early 1930s in the county.

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Center Road Bridge
HSR

Center Road Over Tittabawassee River in Rural: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 329 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1927 By: Willits Brothers Construction Company of Bay City, Michigan

Despite its significance and numerous preservation alternatives, Saginaw County chose to demolish this bridge.

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Center Road Bridge
HSR

Center Road (TR-841) Over Cussewago Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This bridge has had some alterations but is still attractive from an overview perspective.

Center Village Bridge
HSR

Old Bridge Street Over Susquehanna River in Center Village: Broome County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built 1890 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This breathtaking, long, multi-span structure is one of the greatest monuments to an important bridge company.

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Center Street Bridge
HSR

Center Street Over Railroad (Illinois Central) in Paxton: Ford County, Illinois, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1925 By: Unknown

One of two attractive and noteworthy t-beam bridges that were demolished in Paxton.

Center Street Bridge
HSR

Center Street (PA-6008, Business PA-8) Over Oil Creek in Oil City: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 178 ft. Main Span: 173 ft. Roadway: 34.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Tonawanda Engineering Corporation and Karl A. Miller

One of two nearly identical arch bridges, this bridge was designed by a Crawford county engineer even though it is in Venango County.

Center Street Bridge
HSR

Center Street (US-219) Over Flaugherty Creek in Meyersdale: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: F. H. Zeigler

This historic bridge continues to carry a major road through town.

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Center Street Bridge
HSR

Center Street (NY-353) Over Allegheny River in Salamanca: Cattaraugus County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 687 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1940 By: Unknown

A large, uncommon multi-span pony truss is sentenced to the dumpster.

Center Street Bridge
Conneautville Bridge
HSR

Center Street Over Conneaut Creek in Conneautville: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 79 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Youngstown Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

The centerpiece historic truss bridge in Conneautville is this ornate structure with beautiful sidewalk railings.

Center Street Bridge
HSR

Center Street Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Bobtail) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 345 ft. Main Span: 245 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

One of the oldest bridges in Cleveland, this bridge features a rare bobtail design.

Centerway Bridge
HSR

Old Center Way (Pine Street) Over Chemung River in Corning: Steuben County, New York, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 752 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1921 By: Bush, Robers, and Schaefer Company of New York, New York and Abraham Burton Cohen of New York, New York

An impressive, seven span example of a concrete arch bridge.

Centre Bridge
Centre Bridge - Stockton Toll Supported Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (Upper York Road) Over Delaware River in Stockton and Centre Bridge: Hunterdon County, New Jersey and Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 825 ft. Main Span: 152 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1926 By: Unknown

A large, multi-span truss features different span sizes including some very short through truss spans.

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Central Bridge
HSR

US-27 Over Ohio River in Cincinnati and Newport: Hamilton County, Ohio and Campbell County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 40 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,342 ft. Main Span: 520 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1891 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio and Ferris, Kaufman, and Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The demolition of this, one of the most important historic bridges in the country, destroyed an entire segment of bridge history.

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Central Avenue Bridge
HSR

Central Avenue Over Ravine in Highland Park: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 111 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Joliet Bridge and Iron Company of Joliet, Illinois and Joliet Steel Construction Company of Joliet, Illinois

This bridge is a traditionally composed arch bridge with a brick deck hidden by asphalt.

Central Avenue Bridge
HSR

Central Avenue Over Tinley Creek in Worth: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Davidson and Doctor

This bridge is a good example of a county-designed rigid-frame bridge.

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Central Avenue Bridge
HSR

Central Avenue Over Canoe Stream in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 49 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This was an ancient King Bridge Company arch bridge with an ornate arch facade and detailed railings, but today only the decorative elements remain.

Central Avenue Bridge
HSR

Central Avenue Over Canoe Stream in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 23 ft. Main Span: 23 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This attractive bridge has arched railings that compliment the bridge arch.

Chain of Rocks Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Trailnet) (Historic US-66) Over Mississippi River in Granite City and St. Louis: Madison County, Illinois and St. Louis City, Missouri, United States

Metal Continuous 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,353 ft. Main Span: 700 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 10

Built 1929 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Baxter L. Brown and Edward B. Fay of St. Louis, Missouri

Converted for pedestrian use and an excellent preservation example, this strange bridge has a sharp bend in the middle.

US-31 Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Chesapeake and Ohio) Over US-31 in Rural: Charlevoix County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 259 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1948 By: L. W. Lamb Company of Jackson, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

With a heavy skew, this is a decent sized three span plate girder overpass in a scenic location.

Lehigh and Hudson Railroad Delaware River Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Lehigh and Hudson Railroad) Over Delaware River in Easton and Phillipsburg: Northampton County, Pennsylvania and Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

An attractive and noteworthy multi-span railroad structure adds much to its surrounding historic community.

Ceresco Bridge
12 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

12 Mile Road Over Kalamazoo River in Ceresco: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 20.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1920 By: L. Smith, H. A. and M. C. Nichols of Hastings, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A rare example of a MSHD designed arch bridge with integrity.

Cermak Road Bridge
22nd Street Bridge
HSR

Cermak Road Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 337 ft. Main Span: 216 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: George W. Jackson of Chicago, Illinois and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This is the only Scherzer rolling lift on the streets of Chicago, and has been heavily reconstructed.

Cermak Road Railroad Overpass
Chinatown Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Metra Rock Island District and Former New York Central) Over Cermak Road (22nd Avenue) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This elegant bridge is one of the finest railroad overpass bridges in the city of Chicago.

Chadds Ford Road Bridge
HSR

Chadds Ford Road (PA-100) Over Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 21 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

A small but attractive arch bridge.

Chalmers-Forrest Road Bridge
HSR

Chalmers-Forrest Road Over Nith River in Rural: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This stunning pin connected truss bridge has been recently abandoned by the township.

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Chambers Bridge
Pilkington-Woolwich Bridge
HSR

Middlebrook Place (Weisenberg Road) Over Grand River in Woolwich Township: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 156 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This single span truss was moved to this location long ago to replace a two span bridge.

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Chambers Road Bridge
HSR

Chambers Road Over Cass River in Wahjamega (Near Caro): Tuscola County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1947 By: Andrew T. Barnes of Cass City, Michigan

A rusted, but historically intact example of 1940s stringer construction.

Champs's Ford Bridge
Decatur County Bridge 124
HSR

CR-100 South Over Clifty Creek in Rural: Decatur County, Indiana, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1904 By: Joseph Mathews

This stone arch stands out in Indiana for its length and number of spans.

Chandler Mill Bridge
HSR

Chandler Mill Road Over West Branch Red Clay Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: George Dole of Wilmington, Delaware and Nathan R. Rambo

Featuring large stone abutments, this is a beautiful representative example of a riveted plate girder bridge with local historic significance.

Chappel Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Chappel Hill Road (TR-355) Over Caldwell Creek in Rural: Warren County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

A little Warren pony truss hidden away on a quiet country road.

Charing Cross Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CN) Over Charing Cross Road in Bloomfield Hills: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: A. Guthrie and Company of St. Paul, Minnesota

One of a group of similar railroad over highway bridges in the county associated with a significant project.

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Charleroi-Monessen Bridge
HSR

Lock Street (PA-2018) Over Monongahela River in Charleroi and Monessen: Washington County, Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 20 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,810 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1906 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Emil Swensson, of Mercantile Bridge Company

A huge example of its type and is a stunning landmark, yet was targeted by PennDOT for reduction to scrap metal.

Charleston Road Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Charleston Road in Point Pleasant: Mason County, West Virginia, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

An example of a small stone railroad arch overpass in West Virginia.

Chartier Road Bridge
HSR

Chartier Road Over Marine City Dredge Cut in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: A. Tenniswood of Yale, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge retains excellent historic integrity and is an example of a threatened bridge type.

Chartiers Run Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Chartiers Run in Houston: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This typical plate girder bridge is a reminder of an abandoned railroad line that is slowly disappearing.

Chatham CP Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Thames River in Chatham: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An attractive bridge, but difficult to photograph.

Chestnut Street Bridge
HSR

Chestnut Street Over Railroad (Abandoned Grand Trunk Western / Dequindre Cut Greenway) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of several remaining historically significant overpasses that relate the industrial growth of Detroit during that time.

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Chestnut Street Bridge
HSR

Chestnut Street Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Downingtown: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 212 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This is an intact and increasingly uncommon example of a multi-span highway over railroad plate girder bridge.

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Chevrolet Bridge
HSR

Chevrolet Avenue Over Flint River in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 143 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1917 By: Illinois Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

One of the oldest and largest unique Luten arch bridges in Flint, the city allowed this historic structure to deteriorate and demolished it.

Chicago and Illinois Western Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Chicago and Western Indiana) Over Collateral Channel (Canal Slip) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rall)

Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and Theodor Rall

One of only a few examples of a Rall bascule bridge in the entire country, and the only one in Chicago.

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Chicago Avenue Bridge
HSR

Chicago Avenue Over North Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 291 ft. Main Span: 189 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

This is one of the oldest pony truss style bascule bridges in Chicago.

Chicago Drive Buttermilk Creek Bridge
HSR

M-121 (Chicago Drive) Over Buttermilk Creek in Hudsonville: Ottawa County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 122 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Getman Brothers and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge extremely wide and very short bridge offers a look at the history of a noteworthy area highway.

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Chicago Great Western Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Mississippi River in St. Paul: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 940 ft. Main Span: 192 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri

This bridge is an early surviving example of a Waddell and Harrington vertical lift bridge.

Chicago Transit Authority "L" System
HSR

Railroad (Chicago Transit Authority) Over Various Streets of Chicago in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Built By: Various Builders

Essentially a very long multi-span bridge, parts of this railway are as old as the late 1800s, and feature riveted girder and truss construction.

Chicago Skyway Toll Bridge
High Bridge
HSR

I-90 (Chicago Skyway) Over Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,458 ft. Main Span: 650 ft. Roadway: 76.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois

This 1950s cantilever bridge is the only monumental sized high level bridge in Chicago.

Chicagon Mine Road Bridge
HSR

Chicagon Mine Road Over Chicagon Creek in Rural: Iron County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This small, simple, and unaltered bridge is the oldest known concrete slab bridge in Michigan.

Chili Mills Bridge
Stuart Road Bridge
HSR

Stuart Road Over Black Creek in Rural: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Roadway: 9.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1877 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

A textbook example of the King Bridge Company's patented bowstring truss bridge design.

Chippewa Avenue Bridge
HSR

Chippewa Avenue Over Inner Harbour in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a slender arch bridge with some nice architectural details.

Chippewa Falls Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Chippewa River in Chippewa Falls: Chippewa County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 13 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 907 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1894 By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

This is an excellent example of a lattice through truss railroad bridge.

Chipps Road Bridge
HSR

Chipps Road (TR-122) Over Kokosing River in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge has been damaged and is in bad condition.

Choate Bridge
HSR

Main Street (MA-133, MA-1A) Over Ipswich River in Ipswich: Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1764 By: Colonel John Choate

Predating the existance of the country it resides in, this is the second oldest remaining bridge in the United States!

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Christina Street Bridge
HSR

Christina Street Over KH-402 in Sarnia: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 211 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1951 By: Unknown

Ontario elected to demolish this stunning historic gateway, one of the last of its kind on Ontario roads.

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Church Road Bridge
HSR

Church Road Over Black River in Rural (Near Carsonville): Sanilac County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 15.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Continental Bridge Company of Chicago and Peotone, Illinois

Sanilac County chose to demolish their last through truss, which was located a quiet rural road.

Church Street Bridge
HSR

Church Street (Old Alignment) Over Chesapeake and Ohio Canal in Hancock: Washington County, Maryland, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This former vehicular bridge with a notable deck camber now serves non-motorized traffic.

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Church Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Church Street (CR-579) Over Railroad (Lehigh Valley) in Bloomsbury: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This bridge has curved parallel chords to efficiently increase clearance for trains.

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Churchill Road Bridge
HSR

Churchill Road Over Grand River in Rural: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Unknown

An unusual alteration in a common historic design seen in Michigan.

Churchville Road Bridge
HSR

Churchville Road Over Credit River in Brampton: Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

Seldom has a bridge of this size had steel that came from so many different steel mills!

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Hilltown Bridge
Churchill Road Bridge
HSR

Churchill Road Over Mahoning River in Rural: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 282 ft. Main Span: 153 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown and Thomas Gilkey

This bridge was, prior to its senseless demolition, a two span structure, and one of the spans was older than the other, but both dated to a historic period.

Church Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Church Hill Road Over Middle Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This bridge has a builder plaque that is upside down!

Cicero Avenue Cal-Sag Bridge
HSR

Cicero Avenue (IL-50) Over Calumet Sag Channel in Alsip: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 378 ft. Main Span: 270 ft. Roadway: 43.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This beautiful bridge is distinguished by its aesthetic bracing arches and its visually lightweight appearance.

Cincinnati Municipal Water Intake Bridge
HSR

Maintenance Access Over Ohio River in Fort Thomas: Campbell County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This unique and impressive bridge provides access to a beautiful stone pump house along the edge of the Ohio River.

Cincinnati Southern Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Cincinnati Southern) Over Ohio River in Ludlow and Cincinnati: Kenton County, Kentucky and Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Metal Continuous 14 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift

Length: 3,240 ft. Main Span: 519 ft. Roadway: 32.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Ralph Modjeski

This large, unusual bridge has a complicated history.

Cincinnati Southern New River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Cincinnati Southern) Over New River in Rural: Scott County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown

Only the main span of this bridge remains, making this an unusual looking structure today.

Clairton Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Clairton Boulevard Over Lebanon Church Road (Curry Hollow Road) in Pleasant Hills: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 51.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This PWA project is a remarkably complete and largely unaltered example of an early interchange and associated overpass bridge.

Clarence Darrow Memorial Bridge
North Pond Bridge
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Columbia Drive Over Jackson Park Lagoon (North Pond) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This unusual girder bridge appears to sit on abutments that are older than the bridge itself.

Clarion Avenue Bridge
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Clarion Avenue (1st Avenue) Over East Branch Clarion River in Johnsonburg: Elk County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This skewed bridge is among the longest spanning examples of a state standard pony truss bridge in Pennsylvania.

Clarks Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 349860
HSR

360th Street Over Upper Iowa River in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 152 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This impressive riveted truss bridge has very high trusses.

Clark Street Bridge
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Clark Street Over Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 346 ft. Main Span: 245 ft. Roadway: 38.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

This is one of the largest and most impressive of the pony truss bascule bridges in downtown Chicago.

Clarks Crossing Bridge
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Annapolis Road Over Gualala River in Rural: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 181 ft. Main Span: 181 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This bridge is in the middle of nowhere and still has charm despite alteration.

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Clarks Mill Road Bridge
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Clarks Mill Road (TR-773) Over North Fork Yellow Creek in Rural: Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Central Concrete and Construction Company of Canton, Ohio and B. M. French

This attractive bridge featured a classic Ohio medallion plaque, yet was sentenced to the dumpster.

Clarks Mills Bridge
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Mill Road (TR-740) Over Little Shenango River in Clarks Mills (Rural): Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 12.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

A very old Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania Bridge with remarkable historic integrity!

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Clark Road Bridge
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Clark Road (CR-13) Over Scioto River in Rural: Marion County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 164 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Central Concrete and Construction Company of Canton, Ohio

Although rehabilitated in the past, a recent car crash damaged this beautiful bridge, putting its fate in question.

Claude Avenue Bridge
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Claude Avenue Over Swartz Creek in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Unknown

This early box beam bridge served a road that has been cut off by a freeway.

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Clay Road Bridge
HSR

Clay Road Over Union Drain 2 in Rural: Branch County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 26 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

A tiny little bridge with lattice guardrails enhances a scenic area.

Clay Road Bridge
HSR

Clay Road Over Mill Creek in Rural: Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Brookville Bridge Company of Brookville, Ohio

A good example of a small Brookville Bridge Company of Brookville, Ohio bridge.

Claypool Road Bridge
HSR

Claypool Road (CR-146) Over Whetstone Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 111 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

A traditionally composed bridge is part of one of the densest collection of metal truss bridges in the country.

Cleaver Road Bridge
HSR

Cleaver Road Over Whitemans Creek in Rural: Brant County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a very attractive and unaltered concrete arch bridge.

Clement Street Bridge
Bay State Bridge
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Clement Street Over Mill River in Northampton: Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 97 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Unknown

An attractive structure with several unusual details.

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Cleveland Street Bridge
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Cleveland Street Over Grand River in Ionia: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 375 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1931 By: Lovering-Longbotham Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This former trunkline bridge is a long, graceful example of its type and is in good condition.

Cleveland Avenue Bridge
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Cleveland Avenue Over I-94 in Lincoln Township: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin and Hanger Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 380 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: L. A. Davidson of Saginaw, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A rare surviving example of a stringer bridge with both built-up beams and original railings.

Cleveland Street Bridge
HSR

Cleveland Street Over Crockery Creek in Rural: Ottawa County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 90 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Price Brothers Company of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A former trunkline bridge with historic and structural integrity, this is an impressive 90 foot plan example of a beautiful structure type.

Cleves Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Central Railroad of Indiana) Over Great Miami River in Cleves: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 6

Built 1913 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

A very long six span railroad truss bridge is quite an impressive sight.

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Climax Bridge
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Tunnel Road Over Redbank Creek in Climax (Rural): Armstrong County, Pennsylvania and Clarion County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 258 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1898 By: Unknown

This highly unusual 1890s deck truss apparently served a rail-line before becoming a highway bridge, and was located near a very cool railroad stone tunnel!

Clinchport Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Clinch River in Clinchport: Scott County, Virginia, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1909 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This multi-span through truss has a noteworthy skew.

Clinton Avenue Bridge
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Clinton Avenue Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Westport: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Metal Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Mariani Construction Company of New Haven, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Clinton Bridge
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Pleasant Street Over Sebasticook River in Clinton: Kennebec County, Maine, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 184 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

It would not cost much to make this attractive historic bridge like new if it recieves attention sooner rather than later.

Clinton Trail Bridge
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Clinton Trail Over Duck Creek in Rural: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 23 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

A small concrete t-beam bridge with paneled concrete railings.

Clintonia Road Bridge
HSR

Clintonia Road Over I-96 in Rural: Clinton County, Michigan and Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 281 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1957 By: L. A. Davidson of Saginaw, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This curved t-beam was sensitively rehabilitated, with deteriorated railing posts replaced with replicas.

Clybourn Station Bridge
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Railroad (Metra Union Pacific North) Over Ashland Avenue and Cortland Street in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is a large, curved, and skewed concrete encased through plate girder bridge.

Clyde Hill Road Bridge
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Clyde Hill Road Over Grand River in Rural: Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 260 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1889 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

The one surviving historic span on this bridge is one of the last works of the Morse Bridge Company in Ohio.

Dort Highway Railroad Overpass
M-54 Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over M-54 (Dort Highway) in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This attractive railroad overpass has since been altered by removal of its original railings.

Pine River CN Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Pine River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

A traditional two span deck plate girder with some alterations.

Third Welland Canal CN Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Third Welland Canal in Rural: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A rare camelback truss swing bridge no longer operates for boats since it crosses an abandoned section of canal, but still carries a lot of train traffic.

Coal Center Bridge
Water Street Bridge
HSR

Water Street Over Pike Run in Coal Center: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

A classic example of Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania design, this bridge in amazingly in decent shape.

Coates Bridge
HSR

Glenroy Road (TR-306) Over Blackburn Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 18 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1934 By: Unknown

This unaltered concrete slab bridge with paneled railings has a heavy skew.

Coatesville Bridge
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US-30 Business (Historic Lincoln Highway) Over West Branch Brandywine Creek in Coatesville: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 114 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 45.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1914 By: Dunleavy Brothers of Coatesville, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This attractive stone arch forms a centerpiece for Coatesville.

Coatesville High Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Amtrak and Norfolk Southern) Over West Branch Brandywine Creek, PA-82, and Keystone Corridor in Coatesville: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 934 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 52 ft. Main Spans: 12

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This is a large and impressive stone arch bridge.

Cochrans Mill Road Bridge
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Cochrans Mill Road (PA-) Over Lick Run in Jefferson: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

This stone arch bridge is unaltered and in good condition.

Cochran Road Bridge
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Cochran Road (BL-69) Over Battle Creek River in Charlotte: Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: E. C. Nolan and Son of Detroit, Michigan

This unusual bridge does not follow the usual state standard plan for its type.

Cogley Bridge
Pebble Road Bridge
HSR

Pebble Road (TR-738) Over South Branch Bear Creek in Rural: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This pony truss features an attractive mix of lattice and v-lacing on its members.

Cokes Bridge
HSR

Whitehorse Road (PA-1005) Over Crum Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: R. T. Meredith and Nathan R. Rambo

This is a small but beautiful example of the unusual brick and stone combination bridges in the county.

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Colby Street Railroad Overpass
BR-31 Railroad Overpass
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Colby Street (BR-31) Over Railroad (Rail-Trail) in Rural: Muskegon County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 22 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Roadway: 54 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Owen-Ames-Kimball Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is far wider than its tiny length, and is noted for its use of a rare railing design.

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Cole Road Bridge
HSR

Cole Road Over Fitts Creek in Rural: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Unknown

This small and charming bridge sits overgrown and on the verge of collapse.

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Collier Ridge Road Arch Bridge
Dearborn County Bridge 54
HSR

Collier Ridge Road Over Branch West Fork Tanners Creek in Rural: Dearborn County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is a small, but attractive and unaltered example of its type.

Como Park Golf Course Bridge
HSR

Golf Course Path Over Park Lagoon in St. Paul: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Stone and Brick Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an attractive stone and red brick arch bridge, today part of a golf course.

Concession Road 2 Sunnidale Bridge
HSR

Concession Road 2 Sunnidale Over Mad River in Rural: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small pony truss on a quiet rural road on the edge of Minesing Wetlands Conservation Area.

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College Avenue Bridge
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College Avenue Over Railroad (Grand Rapids Eastern) in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 42.7 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1915 By: Unknown

Although most of the superstructure is gone, this interesting bridge appears to be the remnants of a t-beam-like stucture.

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College Avenue Bridge
HSR

College Avenue Over Railroad (Canadian Pacific) in Windsor: Essex County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This large, beautiful t-beam bridge was neglected, closed, and is now demolished.

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Collins Street Bridge
Bridge Street Bridge
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Collins Street Over Schuylkill River and Railroad (Reading, Blue Mountain, and Northern) in Pottsville: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 292 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 24.6 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1894 By: Unknown

This bridge is an extremely early example of riveted connections and has an unusual truss design as well.

Colonel John Joseph Tominac Memorial Bridge
HSR

Maple Avenue (PA-271) Over Little Conemaugh River and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Johnstown: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Bolt-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 934 ft. Main Span: 480 ft. Roadway: 42.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1958 By: Unknown and Peth and Reed of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is a late example of a truss bridge but is noted for its very large main span.

Columbia - Wrightsville Bridge
Veterans Memorial Bridge
HSR

PA-462 Over Susquehanna River, PA-624, and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Columbia and Wrightsville: York County, Pennsylvania and Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 6,657 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 28

Built 1929 By: Wiley-Maxon Construction Company of Dayton, Ohio and James B. Long and W. C. Frey

This extremely ornate bridge was the longest concrete arch highway bridge in the world when completed and it remains today in excellent shape.

Columbia Drain Private Bridge
HSR

Private Trail Over Columbia Drain in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio, Smith - Wynkoop and McGormley Agents

One of the larger and more impressive private truss bridges in Huron County.

Columbia Park Bridge
Bridge Number 93844
HSR

Golf Course Path Over Railroad (BNSF) in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Two-Hinged Braced Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Gillette-Herzog Manufacturing Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota

This beautiful bridge is an old, largely unaltered, and unusual example of a steel arch bridge.

Columbia Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) (Central of Georgia Railroad) Over Chattahoochee River in Columbia: Houston County, Alabama and Early County, Georgia, United States

Metal 12 Panel Bolt-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge appears to be a later example of an unusual truss configuration.

Columbiaville Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Southern Links Rail-Trail) Over Flint River in Columbiaville: Lapeer County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 121 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This standard deck plate girder is only noteworthy for its location in a scenic area.

Columbus Avenue Bridge
Washington Avenue Bridge / Warner Street Bridge
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Columbus Avenue Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 237 ft. Main Span: 107 ft. Roadway: 27.9 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1907 By: Unknown

This altered bridge remains noteworthy because of its unusual sharply curved design.

Columbus Drive Bridge
William P. Fahey Bridge
HSR

Columbus Drive Over Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Non-Historic, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 389 ft. Main Span: 269 ft. Roadway: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1982 By: Paschen Contractors of Chicago, Illinois and American Bridge Company of New York, New York and City of Chicago and Envirodyne Engineers Inc.

This non-historic bridge is listed only for comparitive purposes and for continuity of those using this website for a river tour.

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Columbus Road Bridge
HSR

Columbus Road Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 359 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Ralph L. Harding of Cleveland, Ohio

Funded by Depression programs, this bridge retains excellent integrity and features an extremely rare incline.

Commerce Street Bridge
HSR

Commerce Street Over Cohansey River in Bridgeton: Cumberland County, New Jersey, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Arthur R. Henry Inc.

A relatively long span rigid frame span over a water feature.

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Commercial Point Road Bridge
Red River Bridge
HSR

Commercial Point Road Over Scioto River in Rural: Pickaway County, Ohio, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 710 ft. Main Span: 233 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1913 By: Oregonia Bridge Company of Lebanon, Ohio

This magnificent, very long three span structure is scheduled for demolition despite its beauty and historic value.

Conestogo Bridge
HSR

Glasgow Street Over Conestoga River in Conestogo: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 261 ft. Main Span: 131 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1886 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This spectacular two-span truss bridge is one of the oldest metal bridges remaining in Canada!

Concession A Road Bridge
HSR

Concession A Road Over Big Creek in Rural: Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has been closed to traffic but would be worth rehabilitating and reopening for vehicular use.

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Miedema Bridge
Concession 6 Walpole Road Bridge
HSR

Concession 6 Walpole Road Over Sandusk Creek in Rural: Haldimand County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

One of the first examples of a heritage bridge in Ontario to be relocated and preserved for pedestrian use!

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Concord Church Road Bridge
HSR

Concord Church Road, Herman Road (PA-588) Over Brush Creek in Rural: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

A Warren pony truss added interest to an otherwise average roadway and insignificant stream crossing.

Cone Road Private Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Cone Road Drain in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This example of a stringer bridge with lattice railing serves a driveway.

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Conestoga Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Conestoga Creek Road (TR-848) Over Conestoga Creek in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1869 By: Continental Bridge Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Joseph G. Henszey

An extremely unusual variety of bowstring, this is one of only two known examples of a Henszey bowstring truss.

Congress Parkway Bridge
Wagner Memorial Bridge, Ida B. Wells Drive Bridge
HSR

Congress Parkway (Ida B. Wells Drive) Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion)

Length: 335 ft. Main Span: 222 ft. Roadway: 83.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Overland Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois

One of the most unusually designed of the Chicago bridges, because it uses the Warren truss configuration rather than the Pratt.

Congress Street Bridge
HSR

Congress Street Over Fort Point Channel in Boston: Suffolk County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule

Length: 547 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

One of several historic movable bridges in this area of Boston.

Congress Street Bridge
HSR

Congress Street Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Fairfield: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Edward E. Bray Construction Company of Bridgeport, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Conrail Little Calumet River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Little Calumet River in Calumet City: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1958 By: Unknown

One of a number of railroad truss bridges on the Little Calumet River.

Cons Road Bridge
County Bridge Number 13
HSR

Cons Road (TR-350) Over Towanda Creek in Rural: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This bridge is one of several bridges displaying the same uncommon truss configuration.

Cooke Road Bridge
Gaddis Ford Bridge
HSR

Cooke Road Over Tributary North Branch Kokosing River in Rural: Knox County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Buckeye Portland Cement Company of Bellefontaine, Ohio and William H. Pratt

This exceedingly rare Melan arch is among the oldest concrete bridges in the country.

Cool Spring Creek Bridge
HSR

Private Drive (Former US-62 Alignment) Over Cool Spring Creek in Rural: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

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Cooper County Bridge
HSR

Non-Functional Exhibit Over Non-Functional Exhibit in Rural: Cooper County, Missouri, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Currently sitting in a yard, this is a good example of a lightweight and inexpensive early 20th Century bridge.

Coopersville and Marne Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Coopersville and Marne) Over Railroad (Abandoned Muskegon, Grand Rapids, and Indiana Railroad) in Rural: Ottawa County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

It is possible that this plate girder overpass may be very old example of its type.

Copper Creek Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (CSX and Norfolk Southern) (Former Clinchfield Railroad) Over Copper Creek in Rural: Scott County, Virginia, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,091 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 19

Built 1908 By: Millard-Quigg Construction Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

An impressive high level bridge structure.

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Copps Mine Road Bridge
HSR

Copps Mine Road Over Presque Isle River in Rural: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

An attractive pony truss is buried back on this rural road, rewarding all who venture down the road.

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Corunna Bridge
Bridge Street Bridge
HSR

IN-327 (Bridge Street) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Corunna: De Kalb County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 114 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Unknown

An unusual truss railroad overpass was painted in USA colors, and added interest to the small community of Corunna.

Cortland Street Bridge
West Clybourn Place Bridge
HSR

Cortland Street Over North Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 217 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and City of Chicago

Easily the most significant Chicago bridge, this ornate bridge was the first trunnion bascule bridge ever built!

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Comstock Bridge
River Street Bridge
HSR

River Street Over Kalamazoo River in Comstock: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: L. W. Lamb Company of Jackson, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

One of the few remaining historic bridges in Kalamazoo County.

Comstock Road Bridge
HSR

Comstock Road Over Silver Creek (Eves Drain) in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: Unknown

A 1930s/40s style beam bridge was partially restored.

Concord Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Falling Waters Rail-Trail) Over Mill Pond (North Branch Kalamazoo River) in Concord: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: Unknown

This small riveted deck plate girder is being reused for a rail-trail.

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Conneauttee Road Bridge
HSR

Conneauttee Road (TR-349) Over Little Conneauttee Creek in Rural: Erie County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This little Warren pony truss was closed to traffic and slowly collapsing in one corner, but could have been preserved.

Connersville Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Baltimore and Ohio) Over Whitewater River in Connersville: Fayette County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

A three span railroad bridge sits hiding behind the trees.

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Coolidge Road Bridge
HSR

Coolidge Road Over Indian River in Rural: Jefferson County, New York, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Unknown

Utilitarian and deteriorated, this is an unaltered example of a steel stringer bridge with concrete encasement present.

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Black's Bridge
Corner Drive Bridge
HSR

Corner Drive Over Ausable River in Rural: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Sarnia Bridge Company of Sarnia, Ontario

This classic riveted truss bridge looks nice in its coat of white paint.

Coventryville Bridge
HSR

Old Ridge Road Over Rock Run in Coventryville: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A tiny but well-preserved stone arch bridge.

Barnard Bridge
Putnam County Bridge 45 / Hendricks County Bridge 264
HSR

County Line Road (CR-900 East) Over Big Walnut Creek in Rural: Hendricks County, Indiana and Putnam County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 141 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

Sitting relatively high above the river for a bridge of its kind, this bridge is a good example of a riveted Pratt truss.

Cove Road Bridge
Bridge E-61
HSR

Cove Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 303 ft. Main Span: 184 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This bridge is a rare example of an Erie Canal truss bridge that follows a Parker truss configuration.

County Line Road Bridge
HSR

County Line Road Over East Branch Sandy Creek in Rural: Monroe County, New York and Orleans County, New York, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This bridge is an intact example of a bridge type not normally built or found in New York State.

County Park Road Bridge
HSR

County Park Road Over West Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 144 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1908 By: Corcoran Construction Company of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This bridge is among the larger of the stone arch bridges in Chester County.

County Park Road Bridge
HSR

County Park Road Over French Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Morris Knauer and Nathan R. Rambo

This through plate girder is flanked by small stone arch spans at each end.

Court Street Bridge
HSR

Court Street Road Over Silver Creek in Rural: Arenac County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 90 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Frank and Stiehl of Au Gres, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

The only surviving concrete curved chord through girder bridge in Arenac County, it is unusual to see this type on a dirt road!

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Court Street Bridge
HSR

Court Street Over Farmers Creek in Lapeer: Lapeer County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: P. E. Mason Company of Sandusky, Michigan and G. J. McLravy and Sons of Lansing, Michigan

A poorly designed rehabilitation destroys an opportunity to maintain the modest beauty in this small bridge.

Court Street Bridge
HSR

Court Street (M-21) Over Swartz Creek in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Illinois Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

Although heavilly altered, this bridge, once part of a larger viaduct, is still important for its large, visually striking arch span.

Cove Road Bridge
HSR

Cove Road Over Unnamed Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 26 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This is a good example of small-scale t-beam construction in Michigan.

Covington and Newport Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Licking River in Covington and Newport: Campbell County, Kentucky and Kenton County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

A large three span railroad truss bridge provides interest to an otherwise unsightly junkyard area.

Cowling Road Bridge
Old Gross Bridge
HSR

Cowling Road (Old Alignment) Over Rocky River in Rural: St. Joseph County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: William Gross

This is one of the most unusual and fascinating concrete arch bridges in Michigan, a pre-1909 arch bridge composed of unreinforced concrete!

CP Railroad Private Overpass
HSR

Private Drive Over Railroad (Canadian Pacific) in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

An unaltered example of a wooden railroad grade separation.

Craig Road Bridge
HSR

Craig Road (TR-600) Over Woodcock Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Youngstown Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

An excellent example of the work done by the Youngstown Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio in the late 19th Century.

Crawford Avenue Bridge
Pulaski Road Bridge
HSR

Crawford Avenue (Pulaski Road) Over Calumet Sag Channel in Robbins: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 335 ft. Main Span: 207 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This bridge is significant since it is one of the oldest truss bridges on this waterway.

Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Creek Road (TR-751) Over Cussewago Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This half-hip pony had tall trusses and unusual decorative rivets on the railing.

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Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Creek Road (Steelville Mill Road) Over East Octoraro Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania and Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1909 By: Andrew Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

This is one of the oldest concrete girder bridges in Pennsylvania.

Crozer Street Bridge
HSR

Crozer Street Over Middle Branch Ontonagon River in Watersmeet: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: R. L. Ericson of Bessemer, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A former trunk line bridge, this is an early surviving example of a concrete girder bridge in Michigan.

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Dalton Bridge
CR-16 Bridge
HSR

CR-16 Over Genesee River in Rural: Allegany County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 349 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

A standard plan through truss that features plaques and plate girder approach spans.

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CR-16 Bridge
HSR

CR-16 Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Williams County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Brookville Bridge Company of Brookville, Ohio

A small pony truss in poor condition adds heritage and beauty to its roadway.

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CR-19 Bridge
Kentucky Trail Road Bridge
HSR

CR-19 (Kentucky Trail Road) Over Little Scioto River in Rural: Scioto County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

A traditional Warren pony truss with good historic integrity and an attractive appearance.

CR-22 Bean Creek Bridge
HSR

CR-22 Over Bean Creek in Rural: Fulton County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is a long-abandoned through truss that is in good condition so long as a tree does not fall on it.

CR-22 Old Bean Creek Bridge
HSR

CR-22 Over Old Bean Creek in Rural: Fulton County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Unknown

An forgotten pony truss with unusual v-laced railings remains back on this abandoned road.

Brentwood Camp Bridge
CR-43 Bridge
HSR

Camp Road (CR-43) Over Angelica Creek in Rural: Allegany County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

A classic riveted through truss is a worthwhile stop for anyone passing through the area.

Paint Creek 4 Mile Road Bridge
CR-45 Bridge
HSR

CR-45 (Paint Creek 4 Mile Road) Over Paint Creek in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1960 By: Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio

One of a handful of remaining Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio bridges in Preble County built in the late 50s and early 60s.

CR-45 Bridge
HSR

CR-45 (Monroe Road 756) Over Turkey Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Missouri, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 12.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

Small, traditional truss bridges like this should not be overlooked.

CR-52 Bridge
HSR

CR-52 Over Unnamed Drain in Rural: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge may be tiny, yet it was built at a time when even small bridges were designed to look nice.

Calispell Ridge Road Bridge
CR-58 Bridge
HSR

Calispell Ridge Road (CR-58) Over Thirteen Mile Creek in Rural: Mason County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Oregonia Bridge Company of Lebanon, Ohio

A relatively early example of an Oregonia Bridge Company truss bridge.

CR-71 Bridge
Monroe Road 859 Bridge
HSR

CR-71 (Monroe Road 859) Over Long Branch Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Missouri, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Illinois Steel Bridge Company of Jacksonville, Illinois

A rare and historically complete example of a bedstead truss bridge.

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Sheppard Bridge
CR-74 Bridge
HSR

CR-74 Over Fish Creek in Rural: Marshall County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 242 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Unknown

A classic example of a rare, beautiful, and complex truss design.

CR-76 Bridge
Monroe Road 819 Bridge
HSR

CR-76 (Monroe Road 819) Over Long Branch Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Missouri, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

An unusual and noteworthy example of a bedstead with riveted connections.

CR-79 Bridge
Aberfeldy Line Bridge
HSR

CR-79 (Aberfeldy Line) Over Sydenham River in Brooke-Alvinston Township and Dawn-Euphemia Township: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Unknown

A beautiful and relatively young massive steel through truss bridge.

Underwood Ford Bridge
Orange County Bridge 49
HSR

CR-100 (1st Street) Over French Lick Creek in French Lick: Orange County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This bridge sits out in the open for all to see and enjoy.

CR-169 Bridge
HSR

CR-169 Over East Branch Severn River in Washago: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 113 ft. Main Span: 111 ft. Roadway: 44.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This once-attractive pony truss bridge has had all sorts of ugly barriers added to it.

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CR-214 Bridge
HSR

CR-214 (CR-151) Over Dicks Branch in Rural: Saline County, Missouri, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Stupp Brothers Bridge and Iron Company of St. Louis, Missouri

Despite excellent structural condition, this bridge was demolished before HistoricBridges.org could document it.

CR-200 West Bridge
Jay County Bridge 134
HSR

CR-200 West Over Salamonie River in Rural: Jay County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Indiana State Highway Commission

Abandoned, this is an uncommon multi-span example of a state standard pony truss in Indiana.

CR-220 Southwest Bridge
Decatur County Bridge 114
HSR

CR-220 Southwest Over Muddy Fork of Sand Creek in Rural: Decatur County, Indiana, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 71 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This altered stone arch bridge has a very low profile.

CR-225 East Bridge
Noble County Bridge 134
HSR

CR-225 East Over Railroad (CSX) in Rural: Noble County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1906 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

One of a few remaining, rare multi-span pony truss railroad overpass bridges in Noble County.

Riverbend Bridge
TR-241 Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Depression in Rural: Hancock County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A remarkably intact metal truss bridge has been relocated for preservation.

CR-242 Bridge
Old OH-42 Bridge
HSR

CR-242 Over Cedar Fork Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 89 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

An abandoned through truss with unusual portal bracing design and concrete approach railings.

CR-250 South Bridge
Decatur County Bridge 118
HSR

CR-250 South Over Muddy Fork of Sand Creek in Rural: Decatur County, Indiana, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is one of the more attractive and unaltered stone arch bridges in this area

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CR-253 Bridge
TR-253 Bridge
HSR

CR-253 Over Outlet Ditch in Rural: Hancock County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

This bridge features the traditional built-up beam style of its builder.

Dongola Iron Bridge
Pike County Bridge 246 / Gibson County Bridge 387, CR-325 West Bridge
HSR

CR-325 West Over South Fork Patoka River in Rural (Dongola): Gibson County, Indiana and Pike County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Hammond Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

One of only a handful of known bridges in the entire country that display the Hammond truss configuration.

CR-400 East Bridge
Noble County Bridge 136
HSR

CR-400 East Over Railroad (CSX) in Rural: Noble County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1906 By: Unknown

Featuring a steep approach and beautiful trusses, this bridge is truly a trip back in time.

CR-510 Bridge
HSR

CR-510 Over Dead River in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 271 ft. Main Span: 265 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of only two Pennsylvania highway truss bridges existing in Michigan, this is one of the most beautiful and intricate bridges in Michigan.

CR-550 Bridge
HSR

CR-550 (Old Alignment, Acting As Park Road) Over Dead River in Marquette: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 90 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

The Marquette Survivor, a curved chord through girder with unusual decorative pillars survived a flood caused by a series of dams breaking.

CR-581 Rocky Creek Bridge
HSR

CR-581 Over Rocky Creek in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

One of several small steel stringer bridges in this county that have a solid concrete railing with inset panels.

CR-581 West Branch Escanaba River Bridge
HSR

CR-581 Over West Branch Escanaba River in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

One of several small steel stringer bridges in this county that have a solid concrete railing with inset panels.

CR-650 East Bridge
Pike County Bridge 150
HSR

CR-650 East Over Patoka River in Rural: Pike County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 10.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1875 By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio (Design, Fabricator) and William T. Washer of Troy, Indiana (Builder)

This may be the only remaining example of a bowstring built by this company and with these unique design details.

CR-700 East Bridge
Parke County Bridge 106
HSR

CR-700 East Over North Branch Otter Creek in Rural: Parke County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown and R.J. Teague and C. Ott

One of the extremely rare concrete camelback bridges of Parke County, home to the only such structures in Indiana.

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CR-800 East Bridge
Noble County Bridge 132
HSR

CR-800 East Over Railroad (CSX) in Rural: Noble County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This railroad overpass is slightly different from the four similar overpasses in this area of Noble County.

CR-850 North Bridge
Bartholomew County Bridge 50
HSR

CR-850 North Over Duck Creek in Rural: Bartholomew County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This is a good example of a one-lane multi-span concrete girder bridge.

CR-975 West Bridge
Ripley County Bridge 199
HSR

CR-975 West Over Flatrock Creek in Rural: Ripley County, Indiana, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 26 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

A small, but good example of a steel beam bridge from the ca. 1920 period.

CR-1225 North Bridge
Jennings County Bridge 50
HSR

CR-1225 North Over Flatrock Creek in Rural: Jennings County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is an outstanding example of a surviving pony truss that appears to have been built by a prolific bridge builder.

CR-1300 South Bridge
Decatur County Bridge 159
HSR

CR-1300 South Over Millstone Creek in Rural: Decatur County, Indiana, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 20 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Joseph Mathews

This small but attractive stone arch is one of a number of surviving stone arch bridges in the county.

CR-C Bridge
CR-211 Bridge
HSR

CR-C Over Brush Creek in Rural: Williams County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This truss bridge was widened severely altering the structure.

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CR-D Bridge
CR-36 Bridge
HSR

CR-D Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Williams County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

A traditional pony truss sits on concrete abutments that include concrete posts .

CR-G Bridge
HSR

CR-G Over Hammer Creek in Rural: Henry County, Ohio, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

An excellent example of medium size t-beam construction in Ohio.

CR-H1 Bridge
HSR

CR-H1 (TR-H1) Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Henry County, Ohio, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

An unusual steel stringer that may be on the former location of a bedstead truss.

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CR-H50 Bridge
TR-153 Bridge
HSR

CR-H50 (TR-153) Over Leatherwood Creek in Rural: Williams County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Brookville Bridge Company of Brookville, Ohio

A small and picturesque pony truss on stone abutments.

CR-HJ Bridge
HSR

CR-H50 Over Bates Creek in Rural: Fulton County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A bridge featuring an unusual connection design that is associated with its builder.

CR-T Bridge
HSR

CR-T Over Bean Creek in Rural: Fulton County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

Because of this bridge, a Michigander needs only travel a mile south of the border to find a bridge that is unlike anything in Michigan.

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Crawford Road Bridge
HSR

Crawford Road Over Big Creek Drain in Rural: Arenac County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown

Only the truss webs from this bridge survive as decorative railings.

Credit River Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Credit River in Mississauga: Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This riveted pony truss features trusses that are composed of only rolled beams.

Creditview Road Bridge
HSR

Creditview Road Over Credit River in Brampton: Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This impressive concrete bowstring type arch bridge has been rehabilitated and preserved.

Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Creek Road (RR-45) Over Oswego Creek in Rural: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of a decreasing number of surviving truss bridges in Niagara Region.

Crisman Road Bridge
Porter County Bridge 1013
HSR

Crisman Road Over East Arm Little Calumet River in Rural: Porter County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Indiana State Highway Commission

A good example of a state standard plan truss bridge, this bridge is closed to traffic, with a modern bridge and larger highway nearby.

Crocker Road Bridge
Cloverdale Bridge
HSR

Crocker Road Over Russian River in Cloverdale: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin and Hanger Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 528 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1938 By: Unknown

With a new substructure and interesting seismic retrofits, this three span pony truss is composed of rolled beams making it look newer than it is.

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Cromley Road Bridge
HSR

Cromley Road Over Walnut Creek in Rural: Pickaway County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 169 ft. Main Span: 164 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Oregonia Bridge Company of Lebanon, Ohio

One of several remaining impressive historic metal truss bridges in Pickaway County.

Crosley Bridge
Crosley Fish and Wildlife Bridge 7088
HSR

Park Road Over Muscatatuck River in Rural: Jennings County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 212 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 9.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown

Originally a private bridge built for famous inventor Powel Crosley, Jr. this bridge was built more narrow than most public bridges.

Cross Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Cross Creek in Rural: Brooke County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Located right next to the Ohio River and a major highway, this is a traditional railroad pony truss.

Croswell Swinging Bridge
HSR

Park Path Over Black River in Croswell: Sanilac County, Michigan, United States

Metal Swinging Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Main Span: 139 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

A well-known local attraction is this strange, heavily modified foot bridge, one of the only remaining historic bridges in the county.

Crow Rock Road Bridge
HSR

Crow Rock Road Over Middle Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

Featuring a nice builder plaque, this bridge was built partly on a natural rock outcropping.

Crybaby Creek Bridge
High Shoals Road Bridge
HSR

High Shoals Road Over Rocky River in Rural: Anderson County, South Carolina, United States

Metal Continuous 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This bypassed bridge is an extremely rare example of a smaller scale continuous through truss.

CSX and Amtrak Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Railroad (Amtrak) in Rural: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An unusual railroad over railroad grade separation.

Cumberland Highway Bridge
HSR

Cumberland Highway (PA-160) Over Buffalo Creek in Rural: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 38 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

Although widened in 1935, this bridge retains its original appearance and is an important historic structure.

Currie Parkway Bridge
Upper Bridge
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Currie Parkway Over Tittabawassee River in Midland: Midland County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 141 ft. Main Span: 141 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Joliet Bridge and Iron Company of Joliet, Illinois

This bridge featuring a larger portal bracing design than on most Michigan truss bridges, also had an arch added to keep it open to traffic.

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Currie Road Bridge
HSR

Currie Road (TR-318) Over Muddy Creek in Rural: Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

With its unusually large railings, this is a very old and unaltered example of a concrete arch in Pennsylvania.

Curry Run Road Bridge
HSR

Curry Run Road (TR-420) Over Curry Run in Rural: Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown

A classic example of a warren pony truss with good historic integrity.

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Curtis Avenue Bridge
HSR

Curtis Avenue Over Southfield Freeway (M-39) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1963 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

One of a handful of overpasses that were the last examples of an unusual variation of an attractive Michigan railing design.

Custar Road Private Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Jackson Cutoff Ditch in Rural: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A traditional and attractive truss bridge sits abandoned on private property.

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Cutler Road Bridge
HSR

Cutler Road Over I-96 in Rural: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 353 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1957 By: B. H. Sargent of Grand Rapids, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A skewed example of a curved t-beam, this bridge features the I-96 style stepped concrete abutment design.

D Street Bridge
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D Street Over Petaluma River in Petaluma: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion)

Length: 205 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown and Leon Hagop Nishkian of San Francisco, California

This bascule bridge positions its operating rack on the exterior of the truss for all to see!

Daggett Road Bridge
HSR

Daggett Road Over San Joaquin River (Burns Cutoff) in Stockton: San Joaquin County, California, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 153 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: San Francisco Bridge Company of San Francisco, California

This rare pin-connected swing bridge is bypassed and abandoned, and is on guarded private property.

Byram Road Bridge
Danboro - Point Pleasant Pike Bridge
HSR

Byram Road (Danboro - Point Pleasant Pike) Over Delaware Canal in Point Pleasant: Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 89 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1877 By: Murray Dougal and Company of Milton, Pennsylvania

A very early and unique example of an iron pony truss bridge, this bridge has been preserved!

Dansville Mt. Morris Road Bridge
HSR

NY-36 (Dansville Mt. Morris Road) Over Canaseraga Creek in Dansville: Livingston County, New York, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 324 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 31.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This is a late, but decent sized multi-span example of a highway through plate girder.

10 Mile Road Bridge
Dafter Road Bridge
HSR

10 Mile Road (Dafter Road) Over I-75 in Rural: Chippewa County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 357 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1964 By: Pierson Contracting Company and Raff and Dexter of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

Featuring unusual steel bent supports, this is a smaller and more modified version of the M-48 Bridge also in this county.

Darby Paoli Road Bridge
HSR

Darby Paoli Road (PA-1015) Over Little Darby Creek in Rural: Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Added concrete has concealed much of the beauty of this brick and stone arch bridge.

Darden Road Bridge
Four Mile Bridge, St. Joseph County Bridge 213
HSR

Darden Road (Water Street) (Old Alignment) Over St. Joseph River in South Bend: St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 129 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1884 By: P. E. Lane of Chicago, Illinois

The only known truss bridge in the county, this bridge is noted for multi-span length, unusual deck placement, and uncommon builder.

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Davis Avenue Bridge
HSR

Davis Avenue Over Woods Run Avenue in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 396 ft. Main Span: 156 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

One of the more important and beautiful bridges in the city, the bridge was not properly maintained and was then demolished.

Davis Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Davis Creek in Kalamazoo: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of the rarest bridges in Michigan, this unique railroad bridge is supported by its own rails, and appears to defy the laws of physics!

Day Road Bridge
Wakeman's Highway Bridge, Bridge E-225
HSR

Day Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Empire Engineering of New York, New York

An unusual and beautifully rehabilitated bridge continues to safely serve its original purpose, and sets an example for other agencies to follow.

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Day Road Bridge
HSR

Day Road Over Saline River in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown

This is a deck plate girder which uses rolled beams instead of built-up beams.

Dead River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Lake Superior and Ishpeming) Over Dead River in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 565 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This bridge has an extremely unusual and complex steel bent substructure that far outshines its unusual fishbelly deck plate girder superstructure..

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Dean Bridge
Kolak Road Bridge
HSR

Kolak Road Road (TR-512) Over Clearfield Creek in Dean: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

Crossing a scenic creek, this beautiful example of its builder's work was reduced to a pile of scrap metal.

Dean Road Bridge
HSR

Dean Road (TR-439) Over Little Sandy Creek in Rural: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This pony truss was modified when the lower chord connections were encased in concrete.

Dean Road Bridge
HSR

Dean Road Over Vermilion River in Rural: Erie County, Ohio and Lorain County, Ohio, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 176 ft. Main Span: 171 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This stunning Whipple truss features an unusual portal bracing and an inclined deck.

Dearborn Street Bridge
HSR

Dearborn Street Over Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Railing Height Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 341 ft. Main Span: 235 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1963 By: Overland Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

Built in 1963, this bridge is among the newest Chicago bridges, but appears to have been built to match other older bridges in Chicago.

DeArmond Ford Bridge
Decatur County Bridge 116
HSR

CR-400 South Over Sand Creek in Rural: Decatur County, Indiana, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1903 By: Hodson

This is one of the larger, least altered, and most attractive of the substantial number of stone arches in this area.

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Decew Road Bridge
HSR

Decew Road Over Lake Gibson (12 Mile Creek) in Thorold: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Standard Steel Construction Company of Port Robinson, Ontario

This unusual bridge was a two-span pony truss, but one span was larger than the other.

Deer Isle Bridge
Deer Isle - Sedgwick Bridge
HSR

ME-15 (Little Deer Isle Road, Byards Point Road) Over Eggemoggin Reach in Rural: Hancock County, Maine, United States

Metal Through Plate Girder Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,505 ft. Main Span: 1,080 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and Robinson and Steinman of New York, New York

The original imperfect design of this highly significant bridge documents the evolving skills of famous engineer David Steinman.

Deer Pen Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Minnehaha Creek in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Roadway: 9 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is one of the most attractive of several stone faced concrete bridges in Minnehaha Park.

Black Bridge
Dehmel Road Bridge
HSR

Zehnder Farm Path Over Black Creek in Frankenmuth: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 151 ft. Main Span: 149 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Joliet Bridge and Iron Company of Joliet, Illinois

This bridge was moved from its original location and preserved next to M-83 for Frankenmuth visitors to easily see.

Delaware Road Bridge
HSR

Delaware Road Over Delaware Canal in Riegelsville: Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

With its polygonal top chord, this bridge offers a much different appearance from other area Delaware River bridges.

Dellos Road Bridge
HSR

Dellos Road Over Aux Sable River in Rural: Grundy County, Illinois, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1873 By: Unknown

This stone arch bridge has been encased in concrete.

Dellwood Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Buffalo and Pittsburgh) Over Railroad (Buffalo and Pittsburgh), Rattlesnake Creek, and US-219 in Brockway: Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Built 1907 By: Unknown

This is a fairly long multi-span riveted deck plate girder bridge with attractive steel bents for supports.

Damen Avenue Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Chicago Belt) Over Damen Avenue in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and Arthur Engh

This bridge stands out in Chicago as a beautifully designed railroad overpass.

Dean Avenue Bridge
HSR

Dean Avenue Over Ravine in Highland Park: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Metal Continuous (Straight Chords) Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 196 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This deck truss has an unusual continuous design to it.

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Dennis Road Bridge
HSR

Dennis Road Over Doan Creek in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1945 By: E. C. Nolan and Son of Detroit, Michigan

This is one of several small steel stringer bridges in this county that feature an unusual metal railing.

Dennison Road Bridge
HSR

Dennison Road Over Kemptville Creek in Rural: Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This classic riveted pony truss bridge is in good condition and has the potential for many more years of service if maintained.

Denomie Creek Railroad Bridge
Bridge Number 1280
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Chicago and Northwestern) Over Denomie Creek in Near Odanah: Ashland County, Wisconsin, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Unknown

This is a small stone arch bridge that is overgrown, but in good shape.

Denton Hollow Road Bridge
HSR

Denton Hollow Road Over Pocopson Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: George Dole of Wilmington, Delaware and Nathan R. Rambo

A traditional stone arch bridge with a small concrete slab approach span.

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Denton Road Bridge
HSR

Denton Road Over Sparks Foundation Park Pond in Jackson: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 23 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

A tiny, attractive stringer bridge with a concrete arch facade that was designed to compliment its surroundings.

Depot Street Bridge
HSR

Depot Street (TR-384) Over Conneaut Creek in Conneautville: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This is a stunning pin connected pony truss with excellent historic integrity.

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Derby Street Bridge
HSR

Derby Street Over Railroad (Canadian National) in Birmingham: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1930 By: Unknown

An unusual concrete bridge that was the result of a massive railroad realignment of the 1930s.

Desjardins Canal Railway Bridge
Toronto, Hamilton and Buffalo Railway Spur Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Go Transit) Over Desjardins Canal in Hamilton: Hamilton City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 5

Built 1897 By: Unknown

This bridge with its central variable depth girder span and interesting steel bent supports passes directly under another heritage bridge.

Detroit Bridge
HSR

ME-69 and ME-220 (Troy Road, Main Street) Over East Branch Sebasticook River in Detroit: Somerset County, Maine, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Berlin Construction Company of Berlin Connecticut

This is a good representative example of 1930s pony truss construction in Maine.

Detroit and Mackinac Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Detroit and Mackinac) Over Saginaw River in Bay City: Bay County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 692 ft. Main Span: 238 ft. Roadway: 11 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Unknown

One of two railroad swing bridges in Bay City, this is the last bridge before Saginaw River empties into Saginaw Bay.

Detroit-Superior Bridge
Veterans Memorial Bridge
HSR

Detroit and Superior Avenues (US-6) Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 2,880 ft. Main Span: 591 ft. Roadway: 72 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This awe-inspiring structure is among the most well-known of Cleveland's landmarks.

Devereux Road Bridge
HSR

Devereux Road Over East Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1877 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge is an extremely early Pratt truss bridge and has some very unique details, notably its vertical members.

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Devitt Camp Road Bridge
HSR

Devitt Camp Road (PA-1012) Over White Deer Hole Creek in Rural: Union County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 116 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

A great example of what makes Pennsylvania so unique, this beautiful structure compliments its attractive setting very nicely.

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Dexter-Pinckney Road Bridge
HSR

Dexter-Pinckney Road Over Portage Lake Canal in Rural: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

Featuring a relatively long span for its type, this bridge is severely spalling.

Dewey Road Bridge
HSR

Dewey Road (TR-636) Over French Creek in Rural: Erie County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This skewed bridge is one of the earliest known truss bridges with a-frame portal bracing.

DeWitt Road Bridge
HSR

DeWitt Road (Old Alignment) Over Stony Creek in Merle Beach (Rural): Clinton County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of the oldest truss bridges in Michigan and is a surviving example of a rare truss type.

Dickerson Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Ionia and Lansing Railroad) Over Dickerson Creek in Rural: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

A rare Michigan multi-span stone arch bridge sits on a long-abandoned railroad line but remains open to hikers.

Dicks Bridge
Imhoff Road Bridge
HSR

Imhoff Road Over Lamine River in Rural: Cooper County, Missouri, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 390 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 14.1 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1908 By: Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri

This beautiful multi-span bridge also contains a rare Queenpost approach span.

Dicks Road Bridge
Putnam County Bridge 71
HSR

CR-500 East Over Clear Creek in Rural: Putnam County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: W.McCarthy

This bridge is an uncommon and noteworthy example of an early bolted connection truss bridge.

Dicksonburg Road Bridge
HSR

Dicksonburg Road (PA-4004) Over Conneaut Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This concrete bridge is noted for its unusual railings.

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Dietz Road Bridge
HSR

Dietz Road Over Red Cedar River in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

While in poor structural condition, this bridge has good historic integrity.

Dietzenbach Bottom Bridge
Mill Race Bridge
HSR

Pheasant Road (Old Alignment) Over Turkey River in Rural: Fayette County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 121 ft. Main Span: 121 ft. Roadway: 16.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Chicago Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

A rare example of a pin-connected Warren truss, this bridge was bypassed and abandoned.

Dexter Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Dexter - Pinckney Road in Dexter: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 26 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Unknown and Frederick Blackburn Pelham

A quaint one-lane stone arch bridge.

Diffin Road Bridge
HSR

Diffin Road Over Werners Creek in Rural: Alger County, Michigan, United States

Metal 2 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This bridge is just about as small as a Pratt truss can be, and it is in danger of collapse.

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Dilltown Bridge
HSR

PA-403 Over Black Lick Creek in Dilltown: Indiana County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: Farris Engineering (Bridge) Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A lack of maintainance has caused severe spalling on this once-proud structure.

Diversey Harbor Inlet Bridge
HSR

Lake Shore Drive (US-41) Over Diversey Harbor Inlet in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 69 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 92 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

Although altered on one side, this bridge remains a rare example of a steel rigid-frame and also has an early welded detail.

Division Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Division Avenue in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This plate girder structure is one of two nearby railroad bridges that had a city design and welcome message painted on it.

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Division Avenue Bridge
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Division Avenue Over Plaster Creek in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 43 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

Ancient, as only the third Michigan trunkline bridge built, this arch bridge was widened with stringers.

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Division Road Bridge
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Division Road Over Belle River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1941 By: Unknown

This was one of the larger examples of this design of stringer bridge.

Division Road Bridge
Guerin Bridge
HSR

Division Road Over Indian River in Rural (Guerin): Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a riveted pony truss that appears to be in fair condition on this rural road.

Division Street Bridge
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Division Street Over Des Plaines River in Lockport: Will County, Illinois, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 511 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1899 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of the oldest bridges in the county and a rare multi-span through truss with different truss types as well.

Dix Avenue Bridge
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Dix Avenue Over River Rouge in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 222 ft. Main Span: 164 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Hugh E. Young of Chicago, Illinois

A little taste of Chicago is in Detroit, through the bascule bridges of River Rouge.

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Dixie Highway Bridge
HSR

Dixie Highway Over Unnamed Drain in Birch Run: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A good example of small-scale bridge construction in Michigan.

Dixon Road Bridge
TR-242 Bridge
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Dixon Road (TR-242) Over 4 Mile Creek in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1958 By: Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio

One of the shortest of an unusual late truss design built in Preble County.

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Dobie Road Bridge
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Dobie Road Over Red Cedar River in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Joseph Leach Jr. and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is an example of a standard plan 1930s stringer bridge.

Doe Run Church Road Bridge
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Doe Run Church Road Over Buck Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Whitaker and Diehl of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This bridge is unique because it has a plate girder and a stone arch span.

Dollarville Road Bridge
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Dollarville Road Over Teaspoon Creek in Rural: Luce County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Straits Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This is one of the only bridges of interest in the entire county.

Dolph Bridge
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Dolph Road Over Muskegon River in Rural: Missaukee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

Truss bridges are rare in this part of the state, and this is a historically intact example.

Domtar Line Bridge
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Domtar Line Over South Branch Thames River in Rural: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A relatively large single span concrete bridge.

Domtar Line Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over South Branch Thames River in Rural: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An unusual little railway pony truss has been abandoned here.

Domtar Line Railway Overpass
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Domtar Line (41st Line) Over Railroad (Canadian National) in Rural: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

With its steep approach and narrow roadway, this bridge is an example of how railway overpasses were built long ago.

Don Mills Road Bridge
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Lower Don River Trail (Old Don Mills Road Alignment) Over Don River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive bridge is preserved for use by a trail system and the bridge has some interesting details.

Don River Canadian National Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Don River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditonally composed railroad plate girder was once located not too far from a rare highway truss bridge.

Don River Canadian National Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Don River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional two span plate girder bridge.

Don River Canadian Pacific Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Don River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This heavilly skewed bridge rests on attractive stone piers.

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Donaldson Bridge
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Creek Road (TR-500, Kramer Road) Over Raccoon Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

A very scenic Pratt pony truss with riveted connections, on a slight skew.

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Dorrington Road Bridge
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Dorrington Road (PA-3117) Over Robinson Run in Ewingsville: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The fate of this ancient and extremely rare, historically intact bridge with vertical end posts is in question!

Dort Highway Bridge
M-54 Bridge
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Dort Highway (M-45) Over Flint River in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 208 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 64 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This arch is one of a shrinking number of arch bridges in Flint, but has been widened.

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Dotter Road Bridge
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Dotter Road (TR-522) Over Mill Creek in Rural: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

An important example of work done by the Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio in Pennsylvania.

Dotter Road Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned) Over Mill Creek in Rural: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small stone arch bridge located in a very scenic area.

Dotyville Road Bridge
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Dotyville Road (TR-926) Over Pine Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This bridge has a few unusual details for those who take the time to look.

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Doughertys Mills Bridge
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Centreville Pike (PA-173) Over Slippery Rock Creek in Doughertys Mills: Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 27.6 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Woods and Golden and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

Even without original railings, this bridge still was an attractive part of a scenic location adjacent to a park.

Dowler Junction Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (RJ Corman Railroad - Pennsylvania Line) Over West Branch Susquehanna River in Dowler Junction: Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

A traditional 1930s railroad truss bridge.

Dowlin Bridge
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Dowlin Forge Road Over Shamona Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1915 By: Corcoran Construction Company of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This arch bridge has one tiny span in addition to its larger primary span.

Dowlin Forge Road Bridge
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Dowlin Forge Road Over Shamona Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: P. J. McCormick and Son of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This arch bridge has been altered but is noted for its curved design.

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Downer Place East Channel Bridge
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Downer Place Over Fox River East Channel in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 172 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This bridge has attractive architectual features currently marred by severe surface spalling of the concrete arch.

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Downer Place West Channel Bridge
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Downer Place Over Fox River West Channel in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1924 By: Unknown

One span of this bridge is partially covered up by an adjacent building.

Downingtown Bridge
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Lancaster Avenue (Historic Lincoln Highway, US-322) Over East Branch Brandywine Creek in Downingtown: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Hoover Construction Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is a beautiful and significant concrete arch bridge that is largely unaltered.

Downingtown Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Amtrak) Over East Branch Brandywine Creek in Downingtown: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This is an attractive stone arch bridge with two different span lengths.

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Doyle Drive Bridge
Presidio Viaduct
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Doyle Drive (Presidio Parkway) Over Crissy Field Avenue and Valley in San Francisco: San Francisco County, California, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,521 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1936 By: Eaton and Smith

Literally a part of the project to construct the Golden Gate Bridge, this significance did not spare this impressive deck truss from the dumpster.

Drummond Avenue Bridge
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Drummond Avenue (Abandoned Section) Over Little Yankee Run in Hubbard: Trumbull County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Queenpost Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A very unusual and rare example of a through Queenpost truss.

Dry Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Modesto and Empire Traction) Over Dry Creek in Modesto: Stanislaus County, California, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 224 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This extremely unusual bridge has a plate girder strengthened by a pin-connected eyebar system below the girder.

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Duboistown Bridge
Arch Street Bridge
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Arch Street (PA-2064) Over West Branch Susquehanna River in Duboistown and Williamsport: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,407 ft. Main Span: 199 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1922 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Mark C. Krause of Duboistown, Pennsylvania

This spectacular bridge has been the victim of multiple injustices against historic bridges.

Congress Street Bridge
Ducharme Place Bridge
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Abandoned East Congress Street Over Railroad (Abandoned Grand Trunk Western / Dequindre Cut Greenway) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of several remaining historically significant overpasses that relate the industrial growth of Detroit during that time.

Duck Bridge
Union Street Bridge
HSR

Union Street Over Merrimack River in Lawrence: Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 610 ft. Main Span: 131 ft. Roadway: 26.2 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1888 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts and George L. Vose

This incredible bridge is a large, multi-span example of an uncommon truss type and an early riveted connections truss.

Duck Hollow Bridge
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McFarren Street (Second Avenue) Over 9 Mile Run in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Unknown

This is a very old example of a deck plate girder bridge.

Duck Hollow Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Baltimore and Ohio) Over 9 Mile Run in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This railroad bridge has built-up beams and is supported by built-up steel bents.

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Dufferin Street Bridge
Dufferin Street Overhead
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Dufferin Street Over Railroad (Go, Canadian National) in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 68.9 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This plate girder bridge has three girder lines to accomodate a larger roadway.

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Duffield Road Bridge
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Duffield Road Over Shiawassee River in Rural: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Paul Weinlander of Saline, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A traditional example of a concrete girder bridge in Michigan.

Dump Hill Road Bridge
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Dump Hill Road (PA-3014) Over Nescopeck Creek in Rural: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 134 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This bridge is a rare example of a pin-connected camelback truss in Pennsylvania.

Dunbar Road Bridge
HSR

Dunbar Road Over I-75 in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 236 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1955 By: W. H. Knapp Company of Monroe, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

One of two curved t-beam expressway overpasses in Michigan listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Dundas Street Bridge
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Dundas Street Over Napanee River in Napanee: Lennox and Addington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for both its curved roadway and variable depth reinforced concrete slab.

Dundee Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Ann Arbor Railroad) Over River Raisin in Dundee: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This through truss also has some plate girder approaches, and the main truss span is supported by unusual caissons.

Dunns Bridge
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CR-500 East (Old Alignment) Over Kankakee River in Rural: Porter County, Indiana and Jasper County, Indiana, United States

Metal Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: P. E. Lane of Chicago, Illinois

This extremely rare and bizarre bridge undoubtedly has one of the most unusual bridge histories ever!

Dunnville Bottoms Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Red Cedar State Rail-Trail) Over Chippewa River in Rural: Dunn County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 860 ft. Main Span: 234 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

Partially built by a noteworthy bridge company, this is an old and extremely unusual railroad truss bridge.

Duplain and Ovid Drain Bridge
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Private Access Over Duplain and Ovid Drain in Rural: Clinton County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge on private property appears to be an unusual, late example of a bowstring, likely built in the early 20th Century.

Duquesne Slag Bridge
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Duquesne Slag Private Road Over Constitution Boulevard (PA-51) and Railroad (Pittsburgh and Lake Erie) in Monaca: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever (Straight Chords) Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 377 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is an unusual deck cantilever truss bridge serving a private road.

Durbin Bridge
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Veterans Road (PA-4003) Over Dunkard Fork Wheeling Creek in Rural (Durbin): Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This is a good, unaltered example of a standard plan steel stringer bridge in Pennsylvania.

Durham Highway 2 Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Durham Highway 2 (King Avenue) in Rural: Durham Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This is a very old example of a concrete arch bridge in Ontario.

Dutton Mill Road Bridge
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Dutton Mill Road Over Ridley Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of several bridges in Chester County that combine traditional stone technology with period reinforced concrete technology.

Petroleum Center Bridge
Eagle Rock Road Bridge
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Eagle Rock Road (PA-1004) Over Oil Creek in Petroleum Center (Rural): Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 239 ft. Main Span: 117 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1884 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

This ornate two-span structure is a beautiful centerpiece for Oil Creek State Park.

Eagle Avenue Viaduct
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Eagle Avenue Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 296 ft. Main Span: 296 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and Waddell and Hardesty of New York, New York

This is the oldest vertical lift in Cleveland, and was once part of a long viaduct.

Eagle Harbor Bridge
Bridge E-203
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Eagle Harbor Waterport Road (CR-21) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Eagle Harbor: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Thomas Crimmins Contracting Company of New York, New York

This longer spanning lift bridge is in a slightly less populated area than many of the Erie Canal lift bridges.

Eagleville Road Bridge
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Eagleville Road (Broadway Street) Over Rocky Ford Creek in North Baltimore: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

One of a few remaining examples of this attractive concrete bridge type in the county.

East Boulevard Drive Bridge
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East Boulevard Drive Over Gilkey Creek in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This small but beautiful bridge is unlike the other arch bridges in Flint.

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East Brady Bridge
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PA-68 Over Allegheny River in East Brady: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania and Clarion County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 771 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1934 By: Lackawanna Bridge Company of Buffalo, New York

PennDOT seems bent on destroying every single historic bridge on the Allegheny River north of Pittsburgh!

East Bridge Street Bridge
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East Bridge Street Over Railroad (Amtrak and Norfolk Southern) in Parkesburg: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1903 By: Unknown

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East Erie Street Bridge
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East Erie Street Over Kalamazoo River in Albion: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 71 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1908 By: Unknown

An example of unusual bridge design, there once was two separate structures here near each other, now only the sidewalk structures remain.

East Hill Road Bridge
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East Hill Road Over Catatonk Creek in Spencer: Tioga County, New York, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This bridge retains its original materials, but is supported by steel stringers today.

East River Bridge
East River Crossing Road Bridge
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East River Crossing Road Over East Branch Tioughnioga River in East River: Cortland County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 91 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This is an early 20th century pony truss in decent condition.

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East River Road Bridge
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East River Road Over North Hickory Canal in Grosse Ile: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: Unknown

An intact and noteworthy representative of a historic concrete slab bridge.

East Rocks Road Bridge
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East Rocks Road Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Norwalk: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 79 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Mariani Construction Company of New Haven, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

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Eastern Avenue Bridge
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Eastern Avenue (Abandoned Alignment) Over Don River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 148 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 62 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is a rare Canadian example of a through truss with three truss lines.

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Eaton Road Bridge
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Eaton Road (PA-982) Over Loyalhanna Creek in Near Latrobe: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 259 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This bridge is very unusual because the bottom chord connections to the lower gusset plates are pinned.

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Eaton Street Bridge
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Eaton Street Over Kalamazoo River in Albion: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: Unknown

Albion allowed this attractive downtown area bridge to deteriorate, closed it to traffic, and then sought to demolish it.

East Portage Avenue Bridge
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East Portage Avenue Over Power Canal in Sault Ste. Marie: Chippewa County, Michigan, United States

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 265 ft. Main Span: 265 ft. Roadway: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1970 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

One of two identical arch bridges in Sault Ste Marie.

East Troy Bridge
HSR

US-6 (Roosevelt Highway) Over Sugar Creek in East Troy: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown

This bridge is an attractive find for anyone traveling along scenic US-6.

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Echo Drive Bridge
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Echo Drive (Old M-20) Over White River in Near White Cloud: Newaygo County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 50 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Townsend-Shuttleworth-Ballmer Company of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This county decided to demolish its last remaining highway bridge with any noteworthy historic significance.

Echo River Bridge
Bay Street Bridge
HSR

Bay Street Over Echo River in Echo Bay: Algoma District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

A rare example of a multi-span pony truss in a scenic location.

Echo River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad Over Echo River in Echo Bay: Algoma District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This through plate girder features an unusual curved design.

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Eddie Road Bridge
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Eddie Road (TR-776) Over Muddy Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

A decent-sized half-hip Pratt pony truss adds character to a rural area.

Edge Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Edge Mill Road (PA-4015) Over Branch Beaver Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1916 By: Dunleavy Brothers of Coatesville, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This stone arch bridge rests on a taller pier than other stone arch bridges in the county.

Edgington Road Bridge
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Edgington Road (TR-133) Over Shaw Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

With all the unusual details intact, this small truss bridge is an outstanding example of a Wrought Iron Bridge Company pony truss.

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Edinburg Bridge
HSR

US-224 (Youngstown-Poland Road) Over Mahoning River and Railroad (CSX) in Edinburg: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 480 ft. Main Span: 270 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This complex and intricate 1930s design Parker truss is covered in v-lacing and lattice!

Edna Dean Proctor Bridge
HSR

NH-114 (Bridge Street) Over Contoocook River in Henniker: Merrimack County, New Hampshire, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 31.2 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is a concrete arch bridge that is faced in stone to make it look like a stone arch bridge.

Eisenhower Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 328160
HSR

252nd Avenue Over Fox River in Rural: Van Buren County, Iowa, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 197 ft. Main Span: 178 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania and James B. Diver Bridge Company of Keokuk, Iowa

This large-span pin-connected Pratt was relocated to this site in 1930 and is associated with Chicago engineer Horace Horton.

Eldorado Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 152920
HSR

State Street Over Turkey River in Eldorado: Fayette County, Iowa, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 15.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: J. G. Ratcliff of Waukon, Iowa

A historically intact example of an uncommon truss type.

Indiana Harbor Canal Elgin, Joliet, and Eastern Railroad Bridge
Bridge 631
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Indiana Harbor Canal in East Chicago: Lake County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 88 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge is a small example of a Scherzer Rolling Lift bascule bridge.

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Elkhurst Swinging Bridge
HSR

CR-22 Over Elk River in Elkhurst: Clay County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 424 ft. Main Span: 192 ft. Roadway: 8.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Unknown

Slated for demolition despite support from locals, this bridge is a large and rare example of a swinging type suspension bridge in West Virginia.

Elkview Road Bridge
HSR

Elkview Road Over Big Elk Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: John Denithorne and Sons of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

An excellent example of a truss bridge built by a noteworthy local bridge company.

Elizabeth Bridge
Regis Malady Bridge
HSR

PA-51 (Hayden Boulevard) Over Monongahela River and Various Streets in Elizabeth and West Elizabeth: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous (Arch and Suspended Deck) 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,502 ft. Main Span: 450 ft. Roadway: 53.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1951 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is a highly attractive example of a 1950s truss bridge that has the visual appearance of an arch bridge.

Elizabeth Drive Bridge
HSR

Elizabeth Drive Over Elizabeth Park Canal in Trenton: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: A. W. Kutche and Company

An excellent example of a traditional arch bridge with balustrade railings.

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Elizabeth Park Eastern Footbridge
Elizabeth Park Northern Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Elizabeth Park Canal in Trenton: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Three beautiful pedestrian footbridges in this historic park are to be demolished, despite their historic significance.

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Elizabeth Park Southern Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Elizabeth Park Canal in Trenton: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Three beautiful pedestrian footbridges in this historic park are to be demolished, despite their historic significance.

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Elizabeth Park Western Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Elizabeth Park Canal in Trenton: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Three beautiful pedestrian footbridges in this historic park are to be demolished, despite their historic significance.

Elizabeth Street Bridge
HSR

Elizabeth Street Over Lower River Rouge in Wayne: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1956 By: Unknown

A two span rigid-frame with good historic and physical integrity.

Elkhorn City Bridge West
Bridge Street Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (Old KY-80) Over Russell Fork in Elkhorn City: Pike County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio

One of two rare multi-span pin-connected through truss spans in very poor condition in this area.

Elkhorn City Bridge East
Bridge Street Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (Old KY-80) Over Russell Fork in Elkhorn City: Pike County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two rare multi-span pin-connected through truss spans in very poor condition in this area.

Elliott Bridge
Greenes Road Bridge
HSR

Greenes Road (TR-512) Over Raccoon Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Unknown

A tiny little beam bridge with v-laced railings.

Ellsworth Ranch Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 148950
HSR

130th Street Over East Fork Des Moines River in Rural: Emmet County, Iowa, United States

Metal 5 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Thacher Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio, Milo A. Adams, Agent

With unusual design details, this bridge is also one of only three Thacher truss bridges left in the country!

Elm Avenue Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 87210
HSR

Elm Avenue Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Butler County, Iowa, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 138 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

Located in a scenic agricultural setting, this is an attractive truss bridge.

Elm Circle Drive Bridge
HSR

Elm Circle Drive (Abandoned) Over Lower River Rouge in Inkster: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal 9 Panel Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: C.J. Glasgow Company of Detroit, Michigan

A strange little bridge, this is a rare and late example of bowstring bridge construction in Michigan.

Elm Grove Stone Bridge
Monument Place Bridge
HSR

US-40 (Historic National Road) Over Little Wheeling Creek in Elm Grove: Ohio County, West Virginia, United States

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 194 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 37.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1817 By: Moses Shepherd

The oldest bridge in the state, this bridge features elliptical arches and is connected to prominent American history figures.

Elm Street Bridge
County Line Road Bridge
HSR

Elm Street (County Line Road) Over St. Joseph River in Rural: Branch County, Michigan and Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

An example of a concrete encased beam bridge, in relatively poor condition.

Elm Street Bridge
HSR

Elm Street (New Elm Street) Over Manistique River in Manistique: Schoolcraft County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

One of two unusual bridges that cross the river and associated flume.

Elm Street Bridge
HSR

Elm Street Walkway Over Canisteo River in Hornell: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two unusual riveted pedestrian overpass bridges in the city.

Elm Tree Road Bridge
HSR

Elm Tree Road Over Ravine in Lake Forest: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual deck truss bridge was preserved for pedestrian use.

Elmore Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Portage River in Elmore: Ottawa County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

An attractive deck truss was converted for rail-trail use.

Emerald Street Footbridge
HSR

Emerald Street Over Railroad (Canadian National) in Hamilton: Hamilton City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is an extremely rare and unusual continuous truss foot bridge.

Emergency Swing Dam
HSR

Maintenance Walkway Over Sault Canal (St. Marys River) in Sault Ste. Marie: Algoma District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 375 ft. Main Span: 375 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This globally significant structure is a unique type of dam that can be deployed and held up by this beautiful swing bridge type structure.

Engle Bridge
HSR

Engles Mill Road (TR-325) Over Piney Run in Rural: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

An extremely rare example of small-scale open spandrel arch bridge construction.

Erb Farm Bridge
HSR

Private Farm Trail Over Local Creek/Drain in Rural: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An extremely rare example of a Queenpost truss bridge in Ontario.

Erie Canal CSX Railroad Bridge
Bridge E-167
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rochester: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two heavilly skewed through truss bridges at this location, sitting side by side.

Erie Canal Trolley Bridge
Bridge E-168
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Rochester, Lockport and Buffalo) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rochester: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two heavilly skewed through truss bridges at this location, sitting side by side.

Erie Railroad Honeoye Creek Bridge
Bridge Number 370.58
HSR

Railroad (Livonia, Avon and Lakeville Railroad) Over Honeoye Creek in Golah: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This plate girder is seated on stone abutments.

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Erwins Bridge
Indian Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Indian Hill Road (CR-115) Over Canisteo River in Erwins: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 217 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This standard plan truss bridge adds heritage and beauty to the road it serves.

Escanaba River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Escanaba River in North Escanaba: Delta County, Michigan, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 680 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1901 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is an impressive, massive multi-span deck truss.

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Escanaba Street Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Escanaba Street Railway) Over Escanaba River in Escanaba: Delta County, Michigan, United States

Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 390 ft. Main Span: 16 ft. Main Spans: 24

Built 1893 By: Unknown

The wooden substructure remains of this long-lost bridge is one of several bridge ruins in this area.

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Escanaba Traction Company Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Escanaba Traction Company) Over Escanaba River in Escanaba: Delta County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

Only the crumbling remains of the substructure remain of this unusual bridge, but the substructure still manage to help tell a story.

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Estep Bridge
HSR

Snee Road (TR-844) Over Peters Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

Although falsework has been added to support this bridge, it retains its original materials and unusual designs of its builder.

Evans Avenue Bridge
HSR

Evans Avenue Over Storage Area and Parking Lot in San Francisco: San Francisco County, California, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 64 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1947 By: Unknown

This is an attractive continuous concrete curved t-beam bridge.

Evans Bridge
HSR

Iams Hill Road (TR-372) Over 10 Mile Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This bridge displays the unusual design details of the small, but noteworthy Pennsylvania bridge builder.

Evart Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Pere Marquette Rail-Trail) Over Muskegon River in Evart: Osceola County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This truss bridge is a noteworthy historic landmark on this lengthy rail-trail.

Eveland Bridge
Wilson's Ferry Bridge
HSR

Fulton Avenue Over Des Moines River in Rural: Mahaska County, Iowa, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 647 ft. Main Span: 164 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1877 By: Western Bridge Works of Fort Wayne, Indiana

One of the longest of its type in the nation, also an early, unusual, pre-1880 example of its type, with cast iron components.

Evelyn Avenue Bridge
HSR

Evelyn Avenue (WV-88) Over Big Wheeling Creek in Elm Grove: Ohio County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 227 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 39.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1948 By: Unknown

A standard plan stringer of decent length located near the Elm Grove Stone Bridge.

Everman Road Bridge
HSR

Everman Road Over Canaseraga Creek in Rural: Livingston County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Unknown

This traditionally composed pony truss is easy to visit.

Ewing Avenue Bridge
92nd Street Bridge
HSR

Ewing Avenue (US-41) Over Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 338 ft. Main Span: 228 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

This is one of the oldest highway bridges on the Calumet River.

Exchange Street Bridge
HSR

Exchange Street Over Susquehanna River in Binghamton: Broome County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 408 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 29.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1902 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

An impressive, noteworthy multi-span example of an uncommon truss type.

Exchange Street Bridge
Joseph A. Scapelliti Memorial Bridge, Bridge E-230
HSR

Exchange Street Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Lockport: Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 133 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: McMyler-Interstate Company of Cleveland, Ohio and W.S. Cooper Company of Cleveland, Ohio

One of the unusual Erie Canal vertical lift bridges.

Fabyan Forest Preserve East Channel Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Fox River East Channel in Geneva: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This unique pedestrian footbridge has a strongly European design that is extremely rare in the United States.

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Factory Road Bridge
TR-341 Bridge
HSR

Factory Road (TR-341) Over Lesley Run in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

A quaint little pin connected pony truss with excellent historic integrity yet was demolished!

Fair Oaks Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over American River in Fair Oaks: Sacramento County, California, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 617 ft. Main Span: 202 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1909 By: Western Bridge and Construction Company of Omaha, Nebraska

This impressive and rare pin-connected Pennsylvania truss is preserved for non-motorized use.

Falknor Road Arch Bridge
Blankenship Park Stone Arch Bridge
HSR

Falknor Road (Old Alignment) Over Stillwater River Tributary in Rural: Miami County, Ohio, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A graceful stone arch span is positioned just before an abandoned truss bridge.

Falknor Road Bridge
Blankenship Park Bridge
HSR

Falknor Road (Old Alignment) Over Stillwater River in Rural: Miami County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 225 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1899 By: Unknown

Bypassed in 1970, this truss bridge has been allowed to rot away despite its proximity to a park.

Fallingwater Bridge
Kaufmann Residence Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Bear Run in Rural: Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown and Frank Lloyd Wright

This bridge is an integral part of the famous Fallingwater complex.

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Falls Bridge
Stevens Bridge
HSR

ME-175 (Falls Bridge Road) Over Salt Pond (Tidal Basin) in Blue Hill: Hancock County, Maine, United States

Concrete Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 114 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown

One of only two remaining rainbow arch bridges in Maine, this is an impressive, ornate example in a beautiful setting.

Falls River Soo Line Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Soo Line, Former Duluth South Shore and Atlantic) Over Falls River in L'Anse: Baraga County, Michigan, United States

Metal Continuous (Straight Chords) Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1916 By: Unknown

This attractive bridge with unusual abutments has a rare continuous design and is a small example of its type.

Falls River Soo Line Spur Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Soo Line Spur) Over Falls River in L'Anse: Baraga County, Michigan, United States

Metal Continuous Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a traditionally composed plate girder with the faded name of its builder painted on it.

Farabee Drive Bridge
HSR

Farabee Drive Over 10 Mile Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

This is an unaltered, early surviving example of a rivet-connected pony truss.

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Farmington Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 50270
HSR

IA-2 Over Des Moines River in Farmington: Van Buren County, Iowa, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 792 ft. Main Span: 144 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1948 By: Unknown

A large, multi-span representative example of a standard plan haunched girder bridge in Iowa.

Farnum Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CN) Over Farnum Avenue in Royal Oak: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: A. Guthrie and Company of St. Paul, Minnesota

One of a group of similar railroad over highway bridges in the county associated with a significant project.

Faust Street Bridge
HSR

Faust Street Over Guadalupe River in New Braunfels: Comal County, Texas, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 640 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1887 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

A rare multi-span Whipple truss, this is one of the largest and most important bridges remaining from the prolific King Bridge Company.

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Fenton Road Bridge
HSR

Fenton Road Over Thread Creek in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

One of several concrete arch bridges in Flint, this bridge lost its original guardrails.

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Fergus Road Fairchild Creek Bridge
HSR

Fergus Road Over Fairchild Creek in Rural: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 38 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Dyer Brothers and Michigan State Highway Department

An excellent example of a Michigan State Highway Department standard plan through girder bridge.

Ferry Road Bridge
HSR

Ferry Road Over Thorofare Canal in Grosse Ile: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1947 By: Unknown

An intact and noteworthy representative of a historic concrete slab bridge.

Ferry Street Bridge
HSR

Ferry Street Over Railroad (CSX and Amtrak) in Hudson: Columbia County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 71 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 34.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This truss bridge is noted for both its truss configuration and its use of three truss lines.

Filley Street Bridge
HSR

Filley Street Over Sconondoa Creek in Sherrill: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This bridge's two pony truss spans are of different lengths.

Fillmore Road Bridge
HSR

Fillmore Road Over Huftile Creek in Rural: Oceana County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Span: 12 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This small stringer bridge is an integral part of a tiny dam.

Finesville Bridge
HSR

Mt. Joy Road Over Musconetcong River in Finesville: Hunterdon County, New Jersey and Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: G. M. Rusling of Hackettstown, New Jersey

An attractive truss bridge is a contributing part of a tiny, intimate historical community that is truly unique.

Fink Deck Truss Bridge
HSR

Exhibit Deck Over Ground (Exhibit) in Lynchburg: Lynchburg Independent City, Virginia, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Fink Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1870 By: Albert Fink

A rare cast iron bridge, this is also one of only two surviving Fink truss bridges in the country!

Fink Truss Bridge
Main Street Bridge
HSR

Scenic Overlook Over None (Exhibit) in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Fink Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 43 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1870 By: Unknown

One of only a few in the country, this is the only Fink truss in Pennsylvania.

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Fisher Bridge
HSR

Fisher Bridge Road (CR-501) Over Little Two Hearted River in Rural: Luce County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

With a load-bearing girder added, this is the only truss bridge left in the county and indeed one of the only noteworthy bridges of any kind.

Fisher Road Birch Creek Bridge
HSR

Fisher Road Over Birch Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Meredith Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

A good example of a 1930s stringer bridge in Michigan, this structure is in remarkably good condition.

Fisher Road Bridges
HSR

Fisher Road Over Various Creeks and Drains in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

A general review of a series of tiny bridges on Fisher Road, which collectively document the structure design quite well.

Fisher Road Bridge
HSR

Fisher Road Over Osceola Drain in Rural: Livingston County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Wolverine Engineering Company of Mason, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A traditional and early example of a concrete girder bridge in Michigan.

Flaugherty Run Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Flaugherty Run in Coraopolis: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is an uncommon example of a Warren truss bridge with no vertical members.

Fleegle Bridge
Lenhart Road Bridge
HSR

Lenhart Road (TR-666) Over Stonycreek River in Near Stoystown: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 93 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This is a beautiful and ornate bridge with unusual designs associated with its builder.

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Hamilton Dam
Flint River Dam Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Flint River in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 6

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This dam also served as a bridge carrying pedestrians and also features decorative arches and railings.

Flajole Road Bridge
HSR

Flajole Road Over US-10 in Rural: Bay County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 198 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1958 By: Hertel-Deyo Company and Michigan State Highway Department

One of several curved t-beam overpasses on US-10 which retain original railings.

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Flat Road Bridge
HSR

Flat Road (TR-304) Over West Branch Caldwell Creek in Rural: Warren County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This was an abandoned Warren pony truss that was noted for its skew.

Fleming Park Bridge
HSR

Neville Road Over Ohio River Back Channel in Neville Township: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 807 ft. Main Span: 361 ft. Roadway: 50.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Pittsburgh - Des Moines Steel Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A large and traditional example of mid 20th Century truss bridge construction.

Flintstone Bridge
Brick
HSR

National Pike (MD-144) Over Flintstone Creek in Rural: Allegany County, Maryland, United States

Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Unknown

This stone and brick arch was widened with concrete making it look like a concrete arch today.

Florence Bridge
HSR

McLean Mill Road Over Big Darby Creek in Rural (Fox): Pickaway County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 258 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1912 By: Oregonia Bridge Company of Lebanon, Ohio

An impressive two-span structure that features decorative portal bracing design.

Flushing Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Flint River in Flushing: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 184 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: L. Smith, H. A. and M. C. Nichols of Hastings, Michigan

This arch bridge is a centerpiece for Flushing had its deck and sidewalks replaced but has otherwise been preserved.

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Flynn Road Bridge
HSR

Flynn Road Over Galien River in Rural: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

The trusses from this demolished bridge were set up for decoration on a private driveway, and discusses the fate of another metal truss in the county.

Folsom Truss Bridge
Walker Bridge / Donald W. Alden Memorial Bridge
HSR

American River Bike Trail Over American River in Folsom: Sacramento County, California, United States

Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 330 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: San Francisco Bridge Company of San Francisco, California

This extremely impressive and iconic historic bridge was returned to its original location after 70 years!

Folsom Powerhouse Bridge
HSR

American River Bike Trail (Old Greenback Lane Alignment) Over PGE Powerhouse Canal in Folsom: Sacramento County, California, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown and Drury D. Butler

This bridge is one of several concrete bridges in the area associated with Drury D. Butler.

Fond Du Lac Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Chicago and NorthWestern) Over Fond du Lac River in Fond Du Lac: Fond Du Lac County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Unknown

An increasingly rare example of a lattice truss bridge.

Foos Road Bridge
TR-437 Bridge
HSR

Foos Road (TR-437) Over Prices Creek in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Brookville Bridge Company of Brookville, Ohio

An attractive warren pony truss, one of a decreasing number of this type in the area.

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Ford Road Bridge
Old Iron Bridge
HSR

Ford Road Over Mill Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This locally well known and memorable through truss collapsed during a flood in 2002.

Forest Avenue Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 87340
HSR

Forest Avenue Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Butler County, Iowa, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 185 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 17.1 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1922 By: Unknown

A beautiful two-span example of a standard plan Iowa pony truss.

Forest Highway 13 Bridge
HSR

Forest Highway 13 Over Sturgeon River in Rural: Delta County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1941 By: Alpine Excavating Company of St. Ignace, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A remarkably unaltered and relatively early example of a curved t-beam in Michigan.

Forest Home Drive Bridge #1
HSR

Forest Home Road Over Fall Creek in Forest Home: Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

Featuring uncommon truss design, this bridge raises some interesting questions.

Forest Home Drive Bridge #2
HSR

Forest Home Road Over Fall Creek in Forest Home: Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This pony truss features an attractive plaque and railings and is in a scenic setting near Cornell University.

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Forestville Bridge
HSR

CR-118 and CR-12 Over South Branch Root River in Forestville: Fillmore County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 15.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Gillette-Herzog Manufacturing Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota

A nicely decorated through truss is an integral part of a preserved historic town in the center of a state park.

Forestville Road Bridge
HD Road Bridge
HSR

Forestville Road (HD Road) Over Dead River in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 139 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

As a small deck truss, this is a rare structure; features damaged lattice guardrails.

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Fort Atkinson Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 346320
HSR

150th Street Over Turkey River in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 183 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Roadway: 16.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: D. H. Young of Manchester, Iowa

Built by a local bridge company, this is a beautiful, well-decorated example of its kind.

Fort Dodge Railroad Bridge
Chicago Great Western Railroad Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Des Moines River and Other Features in Rural: Webster County, Iowa, United States

Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,719 ft. Main Span: 219 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1902 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is the second largest bridge in Iowa and is also a rare example of its type.

Fort Pitt Bridge
HSR

I-279 and I-376 Over Monongahela River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,207 ft. Main Span: 750 ft. Roadway: 51.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Richardson, Gordon, and Associates of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (George S. Richardson)

This is the larger of two nearly identical bridges leading to the Point and downtown Pittsburgh.

Fort Ritner Bridge
Lawrence County Bridge 52
HSR

CR-29 (Road L7S10E) Over East Fork White River in Rural: Lawrence County, Indiana and Washington County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 354 ft. Main Span: 169 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1895 By: Lafayette Bridge Company of Lafayette, Indiana

The relatively large bridge is an important example of work by a noteworthy in-state bridge builder.

Fort Road Bridge
MN-5 Bridge
HSR

MN-5 (Fort Road, 7th Street) Over Mississippi River in St. Paul: Hennepin County, Minnesota and Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Continuous Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,199 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 58 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1961 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Sverdrup and Parcel of St. Louis, Missouri

This is a large continuous high level deck plate girder.

Fort Seneca Bridge
HSR

Fry Road Over Sandusky River in Fort Seneca: Seneca County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 204 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This bridge is in decent shape but should be restored to ensure it can continue to be a functional historic crossing.

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Fort Street Bridge
HSR

Fort Street Over Power Canal in Sault Ste. Marie: Chippewa County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 234 ft. Main Span: 232 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: New Castle Bridge Company of New Castle, Indiana

A gorgeous example of its type, this is one of only two Pennsylvania truss bridges in Michigan.

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Fort Street Viaduct
HSR

Fort Street Over Railroad (Various), Pleasant Street, and Sanders Street in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,800 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 80 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1930 By: Unknown

A huge amount of concrete was used to build this enormous grade separation bridge.

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Fort Street Bridge
HSR

Fort Street (M-85) Over River Rouge in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 282 ft. Main Span: 164 ft. Roadway: 55.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Bethlehem Steel Bridge Corporation of Steelton, Pennsylvania and Chicago Bascule Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

Despite its historic significance, this deck truss bascule bridge was demolished.

Fort Wayne Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Allegheny River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 985 ft. Main Span: 319 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is the signature railroad span of the Allegheny River in Pittsburgh.

Foster City Road Arch Bridge
HSR

Foster City Road (CR-569) Over Sturgeon River in Rural: Dickinson County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

A sorry looking sight today, this is a narrow concrete arch that was widened with pre-stessed box beams added to each side.

Foster City Road Camelback Bridge
HSR

Foster City Road (CR-569) Over Sturgeon River in Rural: Dickinson County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 75 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: David Graham of Minnesota and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is one of the best remaining examples of a concrete camelback bridge in Michigan.

Foster Park Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over St. Marys River in Fort Wayne: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This unusual suspension foot bridge is noted for its retention of original riveted stiffening truss.

Fostoria Country Club Bridge
HSR

Fostoria Country Club Pathway Over Sycamore Creek in Fostoria: Hancock County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge is a model for any golf course with a creek or river in it to follow.

Fourpoints Bridge
HSR

Keysville Road Over Toms Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1876 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

An incredible, textbook example of an early Wrought Iron Bridge Company bridge.

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Foxburg Bridge
HSR

PA-58 Over Allegheny River in Foxburg: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania and Clarion County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 538 ft. Main Span: 174 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1921 By: Bethlehem Steel Bridge Corporation of Steelton, Pennsylvania

Another breathtaking, one-of-a-kind historic Allegheny River treasure falls under the wrath of PennDOT.

Fox River Aqueduct
HSR

Illinois and Michigan Canal (Abandoned Dry Section) Over Fox River in Ottawa: La Salle County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 8

Built By: Unknown

Although it no longer carries water, this is an impressive and large example of a metal aqueduct.

Fox River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Fox River in Seney: Schoolcraft County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a good representative example of a small through plate girder.

Fox Road Bridge
HSR

Fox Road Over Elk Creek in Rural: Sanilac County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual queenspost-like bridge has only been spared demolition because it is on an abandoned section of road.

Francisco Avenue Bridge
HSR

Francisco Avenue Over Calumet Sag Channel in Blue Island: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 364 ft. Main Span: 252 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1969 By: Unknown and Alfred Benesch and Associates of Chicago, Illinois

A typical example of a 1960s Sag Channel truss bridge which represents the end of the rivet era in bridge construction.

Franklin Street Bridge
HSR

Franklin Street (PA-8) Over Oil Creek in Titusville: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 185 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 30.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Tonawanda Engineering Corporation and Karl A. Miller

This graceful arch bridge is the main bridge in Titusville and has an interesting connection with a county engineer.

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Franklin Street Bridge
Bridge Number 103.3
HSR

Franklin Street Walkway Over Railroad (Illinois Central) in Paxton: Ford County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 119 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

One of two pedestrian truss bridges crossing the railroad in Paxton.

Franklin Street Bridge
LaPorte County Bridge 505
HSR

Franklin Street Over Trail Creek in Michigan City: La Porte County, Indiana, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion)

Length: 213 ft. Main Span: 182 ft. Roadway: 35.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Roberts Supply Company of Lima, Ohio and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This significant Sherzer rolling lift is the only remaining historic highway bascule bridge in the entire state of Indiana.

Franks Lane Bridge
HSR

Franks Lane Over Railroad (Canadian National) in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Wood 2 Panel Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual wooden bridge is a rare example of a kingpost pony truss.

Jefferson Street Bridge
Old Stone Bridge
HSR

Jefferson Street Over Millrace Canal (Goshen Hydraulic Canal) in Goshen: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1905 By: Henry Cripe

One of the only remaining examples of a highway stone arch bridge in northern Indiana.

Franklin Avenue Bridge
F. W. Cappelen Memorial Bridge
HSR

Franklin Avenue Over Mississippi River in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,055 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1923 By: Minneapolis Steel and Machinery Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota and Frederick William Cappelen

Despite severe alteration to its design and appearance, this bridge remains noteworthy for its span length and Melan style reinforcing.

Franklin Street Bridge
Franklin-Orleans Bridge
HSR

Franklin Street (Orleans Street) Over Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 320 ft. Main Span: 252 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

Featuring ornate railings, this bridge is among the older examples of this style of bascule bridge.

Frasers Bridge
HSR

Manor Road (PA-82) Over Indian Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1910 By: George Stine and Nathan R. Rambo

One of the smaller stone arch bridges in the county.

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Frear's Bridge
Bridge E-122
HSR

Canandaigua Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 184 ft. Main Span: 181 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: I.M. Ludington's Sons Inc. of Rochester, New York

A rare example of an Erie Canal fixed truss bridge that is an impressive Parker truss.

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Fred Moore Highway Bridge
HSR

Fred Moore Highway Over Pine River in St. Clair: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 37 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1960 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

Although its superstructure was considered satisfactory by the national bridge inventory at the time, this bridge was demolished.

Old Fred Moore Highway Bridge
HSR

Fred Moore Highway (Old Alignment) Over Pine River in St. Clair: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

An attractive and very unusual design in Michigan, this bridge now serves a bike path, with modern guardrails ruining the originals.

Fredericktown Bridge
Culbertson's Mill Bridge
HSR

Midland Fredericktown Road (TR-1038) Over North Fork Little Beaver Creek in Fredericktown: Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

One of two remaining Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania truss bridges in Columbiana County.

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Freeman School Road Bridge
HSR

Freeman School Road Over East Branch Perkiomen Creek in Rural: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 117 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: John Denithorne and Sons of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

A firm that the county hired told the county to cancel plans to preserve this historic bridge and instead demolish it.

Freeport Avenue Coldwater River Bridge
HSR

Freeport Avenue Over Coldwater River in Rural: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: E. J. Vander Veen

This superelevated bridge is the largest of three stringer bridges on Freeport Avenue with unusual railings.

Freeport Avenue Duck Creek Bridge
HSR

Freeport Avenue Over Duck Creek in Rural: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: E. J. Vander Veen

Freeport Avenue Walton Drain Bridge
HSR

Freeport Avenue Over Walton Drain in Rural: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Freeport Bridge
King Street East Bridge
HSR

King Street East Over Grand River in Kitchener: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 525 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1926 By: Campbell and Lattimore of Toronto, Ontario

A long and beautifully restored multi-span rainbow arch bridge.

Freeport Bridge
HSR

Freeport Bridge Road Over Sacramento River in Sacramento: Sacramento County, California and Yolo County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 653 ft. Main Span: 226 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: C. J. Nystedt and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This heel-trunnion bascule bridge has towers that were designed to also function as substantial approach spans.

Freeport Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad Over Grand River in Kitchener: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 570 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built By: Unknown

An extremely long example of Ontario plate girder construction.

Freeport Road Barge Basin Bridge
HSR

Freeport Road Over Barge Basin in Near Oakmont: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A representative example of a bridge type that was built with frequency in Pennsylvania.

French Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over French Creek in Phoenixville: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,027 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Main Spans: 15

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This bridge has a variety of span lengths and construction dates.

French Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over French Creek in Phoenixville: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This railroad arch bridge has attractive aesthetic details.

French Creek Road Bridge
HSR

French Creek Road Over French Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This bridge stands out among the several rural highway plate girder bridges in the county for its two span configuration.

French Landing Bridge
Edison Lake Road Bridge
HSR

Edison Lake Road Over Huron River in French Landing (Near Belleville): Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 400 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Unknown

This is an very rare example of a Michigan deck truss, and it features unusual concrete approaches.

Frew Bridge
HSR

CR-18 Over Muddy Creek in Frew (Rural): Tyler County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

A small pony truss on old highway alignment.

Friendship Bridge
Ripley County Bridge 3
HSR

Olean Road Over Raccoon Creek in Rural: Ripley County, Indiana, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1909 By: Henry Harman

This bridge is among the largest and most impressive of stone arch bridges in Indiana.

Friendship Gardens Bridge
Hendricks County Bridge 216
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over White Lick Creek in Plainfield: Hendricks County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 172 ft. Main Span: 167 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

Relocated and restored, this bridge is extremely significant for both its builder, ornamentation, and truss configuration.

Friendship Road Bridge
Monroe County Bridge 114
HSR

Friendship Road Over Stephens Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Lafayette Bridge Company of Lafayette, Indiana

This truss bridge is an example of a good, cost-effective rehabilitation project.

Froman Run Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over PA-88 and Froman Run in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This Warren deck truss adds interest to a drive along PA-88.

Front Street Bridge
HSR

Front Street Over Big Choconut Creek in Vestal: Broome County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This pony truss was recently restored.

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Front Street Bridge
HSR

Front Street Over Boardman River in Traverse City: Grand Traverse County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is among the more noteworthy of the Traverse City collection of old and historic bridges.

Fruitport Road Bridge
Bowen Bridge
HSR

Fruitport Road Over Petty's Bayou in Spring Lake: Ottawa County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 418 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1948 By: L. W. Lamb Company of Jackson, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A very long example of 1940s beam bridge construction, this bridge features unusual pier design.

Fruit Ridge Avenue Bridge
HSR

Fruit Ridge Avenue Over Nash Creek in Rural: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

A small t-beam bridge from 1940.

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Fruitvale Avenue Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific, Former Southern Pacific) Over Oakland Estuary in Alameda and Oakland: Alameda County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive)

Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 25.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Judson Pacific Murphy Company

This attractive lift bridge has very slender towers.

Fruitville Road Bridge
HSR

Fruitville Road Over Perkiomen Creek in Rural: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 451 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Eyre Construction Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This unique union of two bridge types bridge has an extremely long stone approach with a through truss main span.

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Fry Road Bridge
Old Gratiot Road Bridge
HSR

Fry Road Over Misteguay Creek in Rural: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 153 ft. Main Span: 91 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Central States Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

In 1957, one of the two spans of the Gratiot Road Bridge were moved here to Fry Road, offering a rare look at a Michigan highway plate girder.

Fudge Road Bridge
TR-347 Bridge
HSR

Fudge Road (TR-347) Over Aukerman Creek in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Central States Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

This bridge is a very large example of its kind, and retains historic integrity.

Fullerton Parkway Overpass
HSR

Lake Shore Drive (US-41) Over Fullerton Parkway in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

This bridge is an early, rare example of a steel rigid-frame and also has an early welded detail, and has good historic integrity.

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Fullerton Parkway Bridge
HSR

Fullerton Parkway Over Lincoln Park Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This unusual bridge has attractive Art Deco detailing and is an asset to the Lincoln Park Historic District.

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Fullerton Avenue Bridge
HSR

Fullerton Avenue Over Southfield Freeway (M-39) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 167 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1963 By: Walter Toebe Company and Michigan State Highway Department

One of a handful of overpasses that were the last examples of an unusual variation of an attractive Michigan railing design.

Fullerton Street Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Southfield Freeway (M-39) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built 1963 By: C. A. Hull and Walter Toebe Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This riveted bridge is located in the shadow of a massive interchange and next to a highway overpass.

Fulton Lucas Road Bridge
HSR

Fulton Lucas Road (CR-1) Over Tenmile Creek in Rural: Fulton County, Ohio and Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

An excellent and extremely rare example of a concrete camelback bridge in Ohio.

Fulton Street Bridge
HSR

Fulton Street (M-45) Over Grand River in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 536 ft. Main Span: 111 ft. Roadway: 64 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is the second-longest concrete arch bridge in Michigan.

Furnas Mill Bridge
Indiana State Highway Bridge 41-7430
HSR

Pisgah Road (CR-650 South) Over Sugar Creek in Rural: Johnson County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 242 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1880 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

An attractive two span bridge hidden in a rural wooded setting, this historic bridge was rehabilitated.

Gaines Basin Road Bridge
Bridge E-202
HSR

Gaines Basin Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 199 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Lackawanna Bridge Company of Buffalo, New York

This bridge is stands out among similar canal bridges for its skew.

Galbraith Bridge
Bartholomew County Bridge 47, Possom Glory Bridge
HSR

CR-1150 East Over Clifty Creek in Rural: Bartholomew County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Roadway: 16.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Brookville Bridge Company of Brookville, Ohio and Caldwell and Drake Iron Works of Columbus, Indiana

This bridge is a traditional example of its type, but has an interesting construction history.

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Galbraith Line Bridge
HSR

Galbraith Line Over Black River in Rural: Sanilac County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

A memorial page to a rare Michigan bridge: a large highway plate girder.

Galena Boulevard East Channel Bridge
HSR

Galena Boulevard Over Fox River East Channel in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 177 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 43 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This member of the Aurora arch bridge collection has railings that match an adjacent river walk.

Galena Boulevard West Channel Bridge
HSR

Galena Boulevard Over Fox River West Channel in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 41.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for an unusual cantilevered sidewalk detail at the northeast corner.

Gallman Road Bridge
HSR

Johnstown, Alexandria, Granville, and Newark Bicycle and Recreational Trail Over Raccoon Creek in Newark: Licking County, Ohio, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 202 ft. Main Span: 152 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio

An extremely rare example of a Whipple truss displaying the unique details of its builder.

Gannons Narrows Bridge
HSR

Blackpool Road (CR-16) Over Gannon Narrows in Rural: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 309 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This eye-catching truss bridge sits out in the open for all to see and has been rehabilitated.

Gans Hill School Road Bridge
Urbania Road Bridge
HSR

Gans Hill School Road (Urbania Road - TR-335) Over Georges Creek in Rural: Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This strange bridge has a brick deck and turnbuckles on its center diagonals even though it is a rigid truss.

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Ganson Street Bridge
HSR

Ganson Street Over Grand River in Jackson: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 39 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Lamar Pipe and Tile Company of Grand Rapids, Michigan

One of the oldest examples of a pre-stressed concrete bridge in Michigan.

Garfield Park Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Garfield Park Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge appears to be fairly old, yet appears to have a similar design as an even older suspension bridge.

Garfield Road North Branch Bridge
HSR

Garfield Road Over North Branch White River in Rural: Oceana County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1958 By: Fred H. Price and Company and Michigan State Highway Department

An early example of a pre-stressed concrete bridge in Michigan.

Garfield Road South Branch Bridge
HSR

Garfield Road Over South Branch White River in Rural: Oceana County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: L. W. Lamb Company of Jackson, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is an attractive and well maintained example of a stringer bridge in Michigan.

Garro Street Bridge
Marshall County Bridge 227
HSR

Garro Street Over Yellow River in Plymouth: Marshall County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1931 By: Unknown

The least altered and most significant of three concrete arch bridges in Plymouth.

Garrett Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Garrett Mill Road Over Ridley Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Welded Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Chester County Maintenance Forces and Harry K. Ellis

This is an extremely old example of a welded truss bridge.

Gartin Ford Bridge
Decatur County Bridge 131
HSR

CR-200 South Over Clifty Creek in Rural: Decatur County, Indiana, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 151 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1912 By: Central States Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

An uncommon example of a highway plate girder in Indiana.

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Gas Line Bridge
Consumers Gas Company Bridge
HSR

Gas Line Over Don River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 133 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

Unique both in form and function, this unusual concrete arch structure carries only a gas line.

Gasport Bridge
Bridge E-222
HSR

Hartland Road (CR-108) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Gasport: Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 114 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Skene and Richmond of Louisa, Kentucky

A traditional example of an Erie Canal lift bridge.

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Gastown Bridge
HSR

Racetrack Road (TR-690) Over Plum Creek in Rural: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This pony truss has an unusual curb design, a bottom chord below the floorbeams and a skew.

Gates Mills Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Chagrin River in Gates Mills: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: New Columbus Bridge Company of Columbus, Ohio

Although no trace remains of the tracks or its path, this bridge has the design features of a railroad bridge.

Gearhart Road Bridge
Childrens Home Road Bridge
HSR

Gearhart Road (Old Alignment) Over Great Miami River in Sidney: Shelby County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 345 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1906 By: Unknown

Situated next to the Big Four Bridge, and bypassed by a new bridge, this abandoned multi-span through truss bridge is a beauty, and has an unusual pony truss approach.

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Geigel Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Geigel Hill Road Over Tinicum Creek in Rural: Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 58 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 15.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

This regionally important bridge was hit by a vehicle and after a hard fight by preservationists, a compromise was reached.

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General Sullivan Bridge
Little Bay Bridge
HSR

Non-Motorized Path (Old US-4 Alignment) Over Little Bay in Portsmouth and Dover: Rockingham County, New Hampshire and Strafford County, New Hampshire, United States

Metal Continuous (Arched) Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,585 ft. Main Span: 275 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Lackawanna Steel Construction Corporation of Buffalo, New York and Crandrall Engineering Company of Cambridge, Massachusetts and Fay, Spofford, and Thorndike of Boston, Massachusetts

This bridge is one of the only surviving early examples of its kind.

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Genesee Road Bridge
HSR

Genesee Road Over Railroad (Canadian National) in Rural: Lapeer County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Various Plans Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 147 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: A. Phelps and Sons and Michigan State Highway Department

Nationally significant, this bridge was the only one of its kind when Lapeer County reduced it to rubble.

Genesee Street Bridge
HSR

Genesee Street Over Waukegan River in Waukegan: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 370 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1913 By: Unknown

Hidden under a modern roadway is an attractive arch bridge of fairly decent size for this region.

Genesee Street Bridge
HSR

Genesee Street (Old M-21) Over Farmers Creek in Lapeer: Lapeer County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 29 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

A few T-Beam bridges in Michigan, such as this one, were built with railings having the appearance of a tiny concrete camelback bridge.

Genesee Street Bridge
HSR

Genesee Street (Old US-2) Over Iron River in Iron River: Iron County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Hoose and Person Construction Company of Iron Mountain, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is an unaltered and fairly early example of a concrete arch bridge in Michigan, and it is a remnant of the former US-2 alignment.

Geneva Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Metra Union Pacific West and Union Pacific) Over Fox River in Geneva: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 486 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1917 By: Chicago Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge is mainly noted for its massive concrete piers.

Geneva Ford Bridge
Jennings County Bridge 29
HSR

CR-250 West Over Sand Creek in Rural: Jennings County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 122 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

A good example of a traditionally composed Pratt truss.

George Street Bridge
Dearborn County Bridge 159
HSR

George Street Over Hogan Creek in Aurora: Dearborn County, Indiana, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 254 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Lomas Forge and Bridge Works of Cincinnati, Ohio

A beautiful Whipple truss continues to be the centerpiece of the downtown area with some significant structural modifications.

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Aetnaville Bridge
Georgia Street Bridge
HSR

Georgia Street Over Ohio River Back Channel in Bridgeport and Wheeling: Belmont County, Ohio and Ohio County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,043 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1891 By: Unknown

One of two breathtaking multi-span truss bridges in Wheeling that are closed to traffic with talk of unthinkable demolition!

George Washington Bridge
HSR

I-95 and US-1 Over Hudson River in Fort Lee and New York: Bergen County, New Jersey and Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal Deck Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 4,980 ft. Main Span: 3,500 ft. Roadway: 119 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Othmar Ammann

This utterly massive bridge carries an incredible amount of traffic and was the longest span in the world when built.

Georgia and Alabama Railroad Bridge
Omaha-Cottonton Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Seaboard Railway) Over Chattahoochee River in Cottonton and Omaha: Russell County, Alabama and Stewart County, Georgia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive)

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This interesting vertical lift was only designed to raise a short distance.

Gerloff Road Bridge
HSR

Gerloff Road Over Swamp Creek in Rural: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 138 ft. Main Span: 134 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Unknown

This rare Phoenix column through truss was retrofitted with a load-bearing arch.

Germany Hollow Road Bridge
HSR

Germany Hollow Road (TR-444) Over Indian Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Charles Chambers and Nathan R. Rambo

One of several bridges in Chester County that combine traditional stone technology with period reinforced concrete and steel stringer technology.

Geysers Road Bridge
HSR

Geysers Road Over Big Sulphur Creek in Rural: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 149 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This beautiful and rare bridge with Phoenix columns is hidden away on an extremely rural and highly scenic road.

Gibbs Road Bridge
HSR

Gibbs Road Over I-94 in Rural: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 227 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1959 By: L. A. Davidson of Saginaw, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge received an interesting paint job that should help protect the bridge.

Gillespie Avenue Bridge
HSR

Gillespie Avenue Over Clinton Avenue in Rural: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown and Harold Hawley Corson

This bridge is an early and rare surviving example of a rigid frame bridge in Michigan.

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Gillis Bridge
Graveyard Ford Bridge
HSR

CR-342 (CR-321) Over Black Creek in Rural: Shelby County, Missouri, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Michelmann Steel Construction Company of Quincy, Illinois

This bridge is listed as the longest bedstead truss bridge span in the entire state!

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Gilmore Bridge
HSR

Darr Road (TR-148) Over Sandusky River in Rural: Sandusky County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 221 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This significant bridge was abandoned for decades and then demolished for no reason while a nearby covered bridge is preserved!

Gilpin Road Bridge
HSR

Gilpin Road (Old National Pike, MD-144E) Over Town Creek in Rural: Allegany County, Maryland, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This traditional concrete arch bridge is a part of the old alignment of the National Pike.

Gladdings Road Bridge
HSR

Gladdings Road Over Doty Creek in Rural: Placer County, California, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 79 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This small pony truss has a bottom chord that has grass growing out of it!

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Glasgow Bridge
HSR

MO-240 Over Missouri River in Glasgow: Howard County, Missouri and Saline County, Missouri, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,244 ft. Main Span: 344 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1925 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and F. W. Adgate of Chicago, Illinois

A documentation of the demolition of one of the most important and beautiful bridges in Missouri.

Glasgow Road Bridge
HSR

Glasgow Road Over Humber River in Bolton: Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Stratford Bridge Company of Stratford, Ontario

This bridge is an extremely rare example of a bridge built by the Stratford Bridge Company.

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Glass Avenue Bridge
HSR

Glass Avenue (Abandoned Alignment) Over 15 Mile Creek (Old Channel) in Rural: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is a reminder that Glass Avenue once went in a different direction in this area.

Glenbury Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pittsburgh and West Virginia) Over Glenbury Street in Pttsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a typical narrow tunnel-like concrete arch railroad overpass.

Glendora Road Bridge East
HSR

Glendora Road Over East Branch Galien River in Rural: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 26 ft. Main Span: 23 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown

One of two nearly identical small utilitarian structures on this section of road.

Glendora Road Bridge West
HSR

Glendora Road Over East Branch Galien River in Rural: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown

One of two nearly identical small utilitarian structures on this section of road.

Glen Gable Bridge
HSR

Lewis Mill Road (PA-4031) Over East Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1903 By: Super and Moulder and Nathan R. Rambo

This small arch bridge is buried in the weeds.

Glenlord Road Bridge
HSR

Glenlord Road Over I-94 in Lincoln Township: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 342 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This curved t-beam features unaltered railings and a perfectly flat deck that has no arch to it.

Godfrey Avenue Bridge
HSR

Godfrey Avenue Over Plaster Creek in Rural: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Unknown

An unaltered example of a steel stringer bridge featuring type R4 railings with the metal post variation.

Golden Gate Bridge
HSR

US-101 and CA-1 Over San Francisco Bay in San Francisco and Sausalito: San Francisco County, California and Marin County, California, United States

Metal Deck Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Braced Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 8,981 ft. Main Span: 4,200 ft. Roadway: 62 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Charles Alton Ellis and Joseph Strauss

This enormous suspension bridge is one of the most famous and beloved bridges on the planet.

Goodells Road Moore Creek Bridge
HSR

Goodells Road Over Moore Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A variation of the standard through girder bridge design in Michigan.

Goodells Road Moore Creek Branch Bridge
HSR

Goodells Road Over Moore Creek Branch in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

One of three concrete through girders on Goodells Road.

Goodman Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Soo Line) Over US-8 in Goodman: Marinette County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a heavilly skewed plate girder overpass.

Goodrich Dam
HSR

Dam Access Over Kearsley Creek in Goodrich: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

This dam has an interesting bridge structure as part of its design.

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Goodwin Road Bridge
HSR

Goodwin Road Over Grand River in Rural: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1909 By: Riverside Bridge Company of Martins Ferry, Ohio

This large two span structure is the only known bridge in Michigan built by the Riverside Bridge Company.

Goshen Road Bridge
HSR

Goshen Road (PA-1034) Over Darby Creek in Rural: Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1905 By: J. A. Morris

Even though it is not a truly ancient stone arch, this beautiful bridge has an elaborate design that is drawn from ancient European bridges.

Gospel Street Bridge
Orange County Bridge 200, Sol Strauss and James M. Tucker Memorial Bridge
HSR

Gospel Street Over Lick Creek in Paoli: Orange County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Cleveland Bridge and Iron Company of Cleveland, Ohio

An old, beautifully decorated bridge built by a noteworthy company.

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Gower Road Bridge
HSR

Gower Road Over Coldwater River in Rural: Branch County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

A stunning example of a decent sized pin connected Pratt pony truss and likely dates to the 1880s.

Gow's Bridge
HSR

McCrae Boulevard Over Speed River in Guelph: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1897 By: Daniel Keleher

This is a rare stone arch bridge in Ontario and is a designated heritage structure.

Gramer Road Bridge
HSR

Gramer Road Over Red Cedar River in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1953 By: Northern Builders

This is a traditionally composed and unaltered 1950s steel stringer.

Grand Auglaize Swinging Bridge
Brumley Swinging Bridge, Glaize Bridge
HSR

Swinging Bridges Road Over Grand Auglaize Creek in Rural: Miller County, Missouri, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 500 ft. Main Span: 414 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Joseph A. Dice

This is one of the longest and most unaltered of the few remaining extremely significant Missouri swinging bridges.

Grand Avenue Bridge
HSR

Grand Avenue Over Railroad (Midtown Greenway Rail-Trail) in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1914 By: Unknown

A representative example of over twenty historic bridges that are part of the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad Grade Separation Historic District

Grand Street Bridge
HSR

Grand Street Over Dry Creek in Modesto: Stanislaus County, California, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 25.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Unknown and Leonard & Day of San Francisco, California

This bridge is an early surviving example of a concrete arch bridge.

Grand Blanc Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX Over Saginaw Street in Grand Blanc: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 294 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1940 By: L. A. Davidson of Saginaw, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

Located on a former trunkline road, this is a large through plate girder with a heavy skew.

Grand Haven Swing Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Grand River in Grand Haven and Ferrysburg: Ottawa County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Both videos and photos are available for this magnificent and photogenic movable bridge!

South Grand Island Bridges
HSR

I-190 Over Niagara River (South Channel) in Grand Island: Erie County, New York, United States

Metal Cantilever (Arch and Suspended Deck) Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,437 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Taylor-Fichter Steel Construction Company of New York, New York and Waddell and Hardesty of New York, New York

One of these two glorious bridges was built in 1935 and the other in 1963, and are nearly identical.

Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad Culvert
Porter Hollow Embankment and Culvert
HSR

Railroad (White Pine Rail-Trail) Over Stegman Creek (Porter Hollow) in Rural: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 19 ft. Roadway: 75 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: James House of Edgarton, Michigan

This bridge is one of the best preserved stone arch bridges in Michigan and is part of an unusual construction history.

Grand Rapids Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Former Nickel Plate Road) Over Maumee River in Grand Rapids: Lucas County, Ohio and Wood County, Ohio, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 901 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1916 By: Toledo Bridge and Crane Company of Toledo, Ohio

A large multi-span truss bridge stands out as significant in northwestern Ohio.

Grand Rapids Swing Bridge
Pere Marquette Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Grand River in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 654 ft. Main Span: 231 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This spectacular railroad swing bridge is one of the most impressive of its kind in Michigan, and is very photogenic.

Grand Rapids Veterans Home Cemetery Bridge
HSR

Cemetery Drive Over Lamberton Creek in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Lattice Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A fascinating approach to utilitarian bridge design where a bridge railing is load-bearing!

Grand Ridge Road Bridge
HSR

Grand Ridge Road (TR-109B, CR-3000 South) Over West Fork Mazon River in Rural: Grundy County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge appears to be an early example of a pin-connected truss bridge and is unaltered.

Grand River Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Ann Arbor Railroad) Over Grand River Avenue (BL-96) in Howell: Livingston County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 189 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: L. A. Davidson of Saginaw, Michigan

This trunkline grade separation has a very heavy skew.

Grand River Avenue Red Cedar River Bridge
HSR

Grand River Avenue (M-43) Over Red Cedar River in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 89 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This highly altered bridge is of limited significance, yet its alterations are unusual and of interest.

Cayuga Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National) Over Grand River in Cayuga: Haldimand County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 905 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

An impressive multi-span deck truss with a pleasing trapezoid truss shape and stone piers.

Grange Road Bridge
HSR

Grange Road Over Stoney Creek in Rural: Clinton County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 90 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Price Brothers Company of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a spectacular example of a concrete camelback bridge, in excellent condition.

Grant Road Bridge
HSR

Grant Road Over Pine Creek in Rural: Gratiot County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 60 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge an excellent example of a 60 foot camelback bridge.

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Grant Street Bridge
HSR

Grant Street Over Shenango River in New Castle: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 245 ft. Main Span: 240 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This spectacular pin connected Pennsylvania truss was closed to traffic, and later demolished.

Granville Center Bridge
County Bridge Number 14
HSR

Center Road (TR-326) Over North Branch Towanda Creek in Granville Center: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 71 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

An attractive example of a classic bridge type built by a regionally prolific company.

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Gratiot Avenue Belle River Bridge
HSR

Gratiot Avenue Over Belle River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1931 By: H. G. Christman Burke Company of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A remnant of the US-25 days of Gratiot Avenue, this bridge also plays a role in a larger story involving several historic bridges.

Gravel Pike Bridge
HSR

Gravel Pike (PA-29 and PA-73) Over Swamp Creek in Rural: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1947 By: Unknown

This bridge is a representative example of a typical mid-20th century bridge in Pennsylvania.

Graysville Bridge
HSR

Woodland and Graysville Road (CR-27) Over Fish Creek in Graysville (Rural): Marshall County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 203 ft. Main Span: 201 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A classic example of a Whipple truss built by the Wrought Iron Bridge Company.

Green Bay Road Bridge
Green Bay Road Trusses
HSR

Green Bay Road Over Railroad (Union Pacific) in Lake Bluff: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This truss's highly unusual design was a solution to putting sidewalks on a truss bridge with outriggers.

Green Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Green Hill Road Over Ashtabula River in Rural: Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This nice looking truss bridge deserves to be preserved.

Green Road Bridge
HSR

Green Road (TR-222) Over Alum Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Capitol Construction Company of Columbus, Ohio

This attractive bridge is an early rivet-connected truss, and an early polygonal Warren pony truss.

Green Valley Drive Bridge
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Green Valley Drive Over Hinkson Creek in Columbia: Boone County, Missouri, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 171 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri

A beautiful Parker truss, this bridge was part of a two span bridge that was relocated in 1938.

Green Valley Road Bridge
Brown County Bridge 33
HSR

Green Valley Road Over North Fork Salt Creek in Rural: Brown County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

An uncommon example of a bolt-connected truss bridge from the era of rivets.

Greenleaf Drive Bridge
HSR

Greenleaf Drive Over Red Run River in Royal Oak: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of several tiny concrete arch bridges that were buried when the Red Run River was covered up in this area.

Greenleaf Drive Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CN) Over Greenleaf Drive in Royal Oak: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: A. Guthrie and Company of St. Paul, Minnesota

One of twelve similar railroad over highway bridges in the county associated with a significant project.

Greenwalt Bridge
Glade Valley Road Bridge
HSR

Glade Valley Road Over Rapid River in Rural: Kalkaska County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

A very small truss bridge, yet at only two panels, each panel is of decent size.

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Greenwood Reservoir Road Bridge
HSR

Greenwood Reservoir Road (CR-478) Over Black River in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

One of several small steel stringer bridges in this county that have a solid concrete railing with inset panels.

Grimes Road Bridge
HSR

Grimes Road Over Toms Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

A traditionally composed, late example of an attractive historic bridge type.

Grimms Bridge
HSR

Grimms Bridge Road (TR-1042) Over Little Beaver Creek in Rural: Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 154 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

One of the finest bridges in the county is this stunning Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio Whipple truss.

Grimsby Road 7 Bridge
HSR

Grimsby Road 7 Over 20 Mile Creek in Rural: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive truss bridge has been closed to vehicular traffic but remains accessible to pedestrians.

Griswold Road Bridge
HSR

Griswold Road Over Pine River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 90 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

Although the deck was repaired, this once-proud structure has experienced severe spalling of its concrete girders.

Grosse Ile Free Bridge
Grosse Ile Parkway Bridge
HSR

Grosse Ile Parkway (Formerly Van Horn Road) Over Trenton Channel (Detroit River) in Grosse Ile: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,024 ft. Main Span: 340 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company of Chicago, Illinois

This is a rare example both of a swing span and of a 1930s truss bridge on a highway in Michigan.

Grosse Ile Toll Bridge
Bridge Road Bridge
HSR

Bridge Road Over Trenton Channel (Detroit River) in Grosse Ile: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,030 ft. Main Span: 304 ft. Roadway: 21.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Whitehead and Kales Company of River Rouge, Michigan and Detroit Bridge and Steel Works of River Rouge, Michigan

This is one of the longest truss bridges in Michigan, and is a rare swing bridge.

Grosse Ile Parkway Canal Bridge
HSR

Grosse Ile Parkway Over Elizabeth Park Canal in Trenton: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Arch, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Board of Wayne County Road Commissioners

This traditional arch bridge was constructed by in-house county road commission forces.

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Grosse Ile Parkway Overpass
HSR

Grosse Ile Parkway Over River Road in Grosse Ile: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Cantilever Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

One of the unusual Wayne County cantilevered concrete arches, this bridge serves as an overpass.

Grosvenor Railroad Bridge
Fayette Branch Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned New York Central) Over River Raisin in Rural: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 210 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1877 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

Featuring extremely unusual design details that are testament to the ancient age of this bridge, this is an abandoned cast and wrought iron railroad truss in Michigan.

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Grove Street Bridge
HSR

Grove Street Over Neshannock Creek in New Castle: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 212 ft. Main Span: 106 ft. Roadway: 45.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This bridge is an example of a standard plan beam bridge in Pennsylvania with attractive metal railings.

Grove Way Bridge
HSR

Grove Way Over San Lorenzo Creek in Hayward: Alameda County, California, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Thomas B. Russell of Hayward, California and P. A. Haviland

This rare curved chord through girder bridge is noted for its early construction date as well as its span length.

Grumman Avenue Bridge
HSR

Grumman Avenue Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Norwalk: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 69 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: New Haven Construction Company of New Haven, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Gualala Road Bridge
HSR

Gualala Road Over North Fork Gualala River in Rural: Mendocino County, California, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 187 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 10.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is a hidden treasure on a winding, extremely rural road through a redwood forest.

Guerneville Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Former CA-116 Alignment) Over Russian River in Guerneville: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 948 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: Unknown

One of several bridges on the Russian River that are late but noteworthy examples of pin-connected truss bridges.

Guinea Road Bridge
HSR

Guinea Road Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Stamford: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 31.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Paul Bacco Construction Company of Stamford, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Hacienda Bridge
HSR

River Road Over Russian River in Rural: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 531 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 25.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This attractive and uncommon Camelback truss bridge has 1947 concrete approach spans, evidence that the truss span is a relocated and reused span.

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Hadfield Road Bridge
HSR

Hadfield Road Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Dunleavy Brothers of Coatesville, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

One of several plate girder bridges in the county with attractive stone abutments.

Hagwilget Bridge
HSR

BC-62 Over Bulkley River (Hagwilget Canyon) in Rural: Kitimat-Stikine District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Deck Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Main Span: 460 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown and A. L. Carruthers

This impressive suspension bridge is considered one of the highest bridges in North America.

Hale Road Bridge
HSR

Hale Road (TR-628) Over East Sandy Creek in Rural: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Rochester Bridge and Construction Company of Rochester, New York

This bridge is noted for one of the few known surviving examples of bridges built by the Rochester Bridge and Construction Company.

Half Mile Bridge
Don River High Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian Pacific) Over Don River, Don Valley Parkway, Bayview Avenue, and Railroad in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,100 ft. Main Spans: 13

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is a high level style deck plate girder bridge and it rests on massive concrete piers.

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Half Road Bridge
HSR

Half Road Over North Branch Macon Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This small rural pony truss was not just tucked in the trees... it had a tree growing through a part of it!

Hall Road Bridge
HSR

Hall Road Over Wolf Creek in Hamilton: Hamilton City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an old steel stringer bridge that was bypassed by a replacement bridge and abandoned.

Halsted Street Little Calumet River Bridge
HSR

Halsted Street (IL-1) Over Little Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 420 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This bridge is among the older truss bridges on this waterway and has attractive lattice and v-lacing on its built-up beams.

Halsted Street North Branch Bridge
HSR

Halsted Street Over North Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 267 ft. Main Span: 154 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Overland Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

One of the younger examples of a deck truss bascule bridge in Chicago.

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Halsted Street North Branch Canal Bridge
HSR

Halsted Street Over North Branch Chicago River Canal in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 302 ft. Main Span: 206 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Jules E. Roemheld Company and City of Chicago

Among the most important historic bridges in Chicago is this large example of the earliest bascule bridge design seen in Chicago.

Halsted Street South Branch Bridge
HSR

Halsted Street Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 316 ft. Main Span: 224 ft. Roadway: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and City of Chicago

This bridge is three trusses wide and still lifts for boats in the spring and fall seasons.

Hamilton Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Great Miami River in Hamilton: Butler County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,530 ft. Main Span: 240 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1913 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

A beautiful three span railroad truss bridge is complimented by over a dozen stone arch approach spans!

Hamilton Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Formerly CSX) Over Rabbit River in Hamilton: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Roadway: 12 ft.

Built 1916 By: Unknown

This appears to be a rather old, and large example of wooden railroad bridge construction in Michigan.

Hamilton Road Bridge
Allen County Bridge 242
HSR

Hamilton Road Over Eightmile Creek (Rebecca Knight Drain) in Rural: Allen County, Indiana and Huntington County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 121 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1883 By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

An excellent, restored example of Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio bridge construction.

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Hampton Avenue Bridge
HSR

Hampton Avenue Over Railroad (Norfolk Souther) in Greenville: Greenville County, South Carolina, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 164 ft. Main Span: 164 ft. Roadway: 16.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge was an extremely rare example of a pin-connected Warren truss that was demolished despite preservation support.

Hanover Bridge
HSR

Millpond Trail Over Crow River in Hanover: Hennepin County, Minnesota and Wright County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 231 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 15.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

This long span Pratt truss is a highly significant, rare example of a Morse Bridge Company built bridge.

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Hansen Lane Bridge
F-4 Road Bridge
HSR

Hansen Lane (F-4 Road) Over Big Cedar River in Rural: Menominee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This bridge is a good example of a regionally uncommon structure type.

Happy Hollow Road Bridge
10 Mile Creek Bridge / Iowa Bridge Number 347800
HSR

Happy Hollow Road Over 10 Mile Creek in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 2 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: R. D. Wheaton Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

An example of one of the smallest and rarest truss bridge types in the country.

Harbin Drive Bridge
Jefferson Avenue - Harbin Drive Bridge
HSR

Harbin Drive Over Silver Creek Channel in Rural: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge and the Jefferson Avenue Bridge are joined together to form the appearance of a single bridge.

Hardin City Bridge
HSR

Exhibit Over Exhibit in Rural: Hardin County, Iowa, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: Western Bridge Works of Fort Wayne, Indiana

An extremely early, unusual, and intact example of a pre-1880 Whipple truss bridge with cast iron components.

Hares Hill Road Bridge
Silver Bridge
HSR

Hares Hill Road (PA-1045) Over French Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 14.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1869 By: Moseley Iron Bridge and Roof Company of Boston, Massachusetts

This beautiful bridge is one of the rarest and most unique historic structures in the country!

Harrison Street Pedestrian Bridge
HSR

Grant Park Walkway Over Railroad (Metra Electric District, NICTD South Shore Line, Former Illinois Central) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

One of two attractive overpass walkways in Grant Park.

Harlem Avenue Bridges
HSR

Harlem Avenue (IL-43) Over Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Lyons: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 456 ft. Main Span: 224 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

One of these near-twin bridges is the oldest example of its unusual kind among the Chicago bascule collection.

Harlem Avenue Calumet Sag Channel Bridge
HSR

Harlem Avenue (IL-43) Over Calumet Sag Channel in Worth: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 427 ft. Main Span: 298 ft. Roadway: 51.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Unknown and Alfred Benesch and Associates of Chicago, Illinois

One of several similar 1960s truss bridges on the Cal Sag Channel.

Harpersfield Bridge
Metal Truss Span
HSR

Harpersfield Road Over Grand River in Rural: Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 139 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Riverside Bridge Company of Martins Ferry, Ohio

This metal truss span discussing the historic metal truss span that replaced one of two covered bridge spans destroyed

Center Village Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Delaware and Hudson Railroad) Over Susquehanna River in Center Village: Broome County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1908 By: Unknown

This is a forgotton multi-span truss bridge partly buried in the woods.

Harriman Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Emory River in Harriman: Roane County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

An altered approach system leads to an unaltered and impressive through truss main span.

Harris City Bridge
Decatur County Bridge 117
HSR

CR-400 South Over Muddy Fork of Sand Creek in Rural: Decatur County, Indiana, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1892 By: George Bussell Company

This bridge has been substantially altered, but still retains pre-1900 stone arch construction.

Harrison Street Bridge
HSR

Harrison Street Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Railing Height Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 279 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1960 By: Overland Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

This is one of the later examples of the pony/deck truss combination bridges.

Harrison Street Bridge
HSR

Harrison Street Over Beale Street in San Francisco: San Francisco County, California, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 181 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 66.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This is a nice looking curved t-beam overpass hidden right in downtown San Francisco.

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Hart Bridge
HSR

Rama Road (CR-44) Over East Branch Severn River in Washago: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 111 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 26.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Unknown

HistoricBridges.org visited this attractive pony truss bridge only to find it had been reduced to scrap metal.

Hartman Bridge
New Hamburg Bridge
HSR

Huron Street Over Nith River in Wilmot Township (New Hamburg): Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 37.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This bridge is the centerpiece of New Hamburg, and has been beautifully restored!

Hartman Road Bridge
HSR

Hartman Road (Abandoned Section) Over Saline River in Rural: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss has an unusual bottom chord design.

Harvey Bridge
19 Road Bridge
HSR

19 Road Over Manistee River in Rural: Wexford County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

Seated on caissons, this is the only remaining truss bridge in the county, and should be preserved.

Harveys Bridge
HSR

Laurel Road Over West Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Unknown

An uncommon example of a multi-span concrete through girder bridge.

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Hastings Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (CR-45) Over Trent River (Trent-Severn Waterway) in Hastings: Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of only a few surviving unaltered heritage swing bridges on the Trent-Severn Waterway.

Haupt Creek Bridge
Stewarts Point - Skaggs Springs Road Bridge
HSR

Stewarts Point - Skaggs Springs Road Over Haupt Creek in Rural: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 134 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This extremely rare Phoenix column truss bridge is surrounded by redwood trees on this scenic rural road.

Hawthorne Bridge
HSR

Sheridan Road Over Ravine Number 3 in Glencoe: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown

The smallest of three bridges on this section of Sheridan Road that are noted for a decorative stone arch facing.

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Haybridge Road Bridge
HSR

Haybridge Road Over Fawn River in Rural: St. Joseph County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

An unusual pony truss sits out in the open for people to enjoy.

Hayworth Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Private Access Over Hayworth Creek in Rural: Clinton County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A traditional truss bridge on private property and is noted for its riveted, built-up floorbeams.

Hayes Street Bridge
HSR

Hayes Street Over Sand Creek Branch in Rural: Ottawa County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Peninsular Construction Company of Grand Rapids, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A very early and unaltered example of a metal stringer designed by the Michigan State Highway Department.

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Hayport Road Bridge
HSR

Hayport Road (CR-257) Over Pine Creek in Rural: Scioto County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive through truss adds beauty to its location and continues to serve a functional purpose.

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Haysville Bridge
HSR

US-231 Over East Fork White River in Haysville: Dubois County, Indiana and Martin County, Indiana, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 801 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Roadway: 23.9 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1932 By: Unknown and Indiana State Highway Commission

This large, attractive, impressive, and historic bridge gets sentenced to the dumpster.

Hazen Road Bridge
HSR

Hazen Road Over Venison Creek in Rural: Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a very short pony truss that has been abandoned, yet has preservation potential.

Healdsburg Memorial Bridge
Redwood Highway Bridge
HSR

Healdsburg Avenue (Former Redwood Highway) Over Russian River in Healdsburg: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 438 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1921 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and J. C. Lewis

This magnificent bridge is a centerpiece and gateway for Healdsburg and is being preserved for future generations to enjoy.

Healdsburg Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Northwestern Pacific) Over Russian River in Healdsburg: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 375 ft. Main Span: 181 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This interesting railroad bridge has two distinctly different span designs.

Hebron Town Hall Road Bridge
HSR

Hebron Town Hall Road Over I-75 in Rural: Cheboygan County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 294 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Johnson-Greene Company and Michigan State Highway Department

One of a couple curved t-beams that survive with original railings in northern Michigan, this bridge has a 39 degree skew.

Heffernan Street Bridge
HSR

Heffernan Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Speed River and Railroad (Royal Recreation Rail-Trail) in Guelph: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 490 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1914 By: Galbraith and Cate and Ernest E. Clawson

This bridge is a unique concrete arch foot bridge that is a designated heritage bridge.

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Henley Island Bridge
HSR

Henley Island Road Over Martindale Pond (12 Mile Creek) in Rural: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This small metal truss bridge has been rehabilitated for continued light vehicular use.

Henszey's Wrought Iron Bridge
Mosser's Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Dry Land in Summerdale: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1869 By: Continental Bridge Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Joseph G. Henszey

The last of its design in the country, among the oldest metal bridges in the country, and today a college centerpiece.

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Herbison Road Bridge
HSR

Herbison Road Over Looking Glass River in Rural: Clinton County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1948 By: Unknown

A late but historically intact example of a stringer with an uncommon railing design.

Herron Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Herron Creek in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny stone arch bridge is an uncommon structure type in the region.

Herr's Island Railroad Bridge
West Penn Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Allegheny River Back Channel in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 278 ft. Main Span: 192 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Unknown

This bridge is part of a fairly popular walkway with great views of the city, and is noted for its vertical end posts.

Hertzlers Bridge
HSR

Creek Road (TR-427) Over Conodoguinet Creek in Rural: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 218 ft. Main Span: 216 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Agents

An excellent example of an uncommon historic bridge type built by a prominent regional bridge builder.

Heshbon Bridge
HSR

PA-259 Over Black Lick Creek in Heshbon (Rural): Indiana County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 158 ft. Main Span: 153 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Paul Construction Company and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This standard plan bridge is a relatively small example of its type, but retains original railings.

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Hibbard Road Bridge
HSR

Hibbard Road Over Bear Creek in Rural: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This concrete girder bridge suffers from advanced deterioration.

Hibernia County Park Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over West Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

This old concrete railroad bridge is now part of a trail.

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Hickory Creek Bridge
Willow Grove Hickory Bridge
HSR

Wampum Road (Willowgrove Road) Over Hickory Creek in Rural: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown and Harrington, Howard, and Ash of Kansas City, Missouri

This rare bridge has not been maintained, yet is one of the only examples of its kind in the state.

Higginsville Road Bridge South
HSR

Higginsville Road Over South Branch Raritan River in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey and Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

One of two completely different bridges sharing a same earthen pier forming a unique and beautiful arrangement.

Higginsville Road Bridge North
HSR

Higginsville Road Over South Branch Raritan River in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey and Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Milliken Brothers of Brooklyn, New York

Sharing an earthen pier with another historic truss, this bridge was built by a rarely seen builder.

High Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern, Cincinnati Southern) Over Kentucky River in Rural: Jessamine County, Kentucky and Mercer County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Continuous (Straight Chords) 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,173 ft. Main Span: 353 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1911 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Gustav Lindenthal

This mammoth bridge designed by a famous engineer is part of an interesting bridge history at this site.

High Street Bridge
HSR

High Street Over Oakland Estuary in Alameda and Oakland: Alameda County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 505 ft. Main Span: 295 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Mac Donald and Kahn of Los Angeles, California and County of Alameda Surveyors Office

Associated with Depression era relief programs, this is the more narrow of two nice looking historic bascule bridges in Alameda.

High Street Bridge
HSR

High Street Over Little Juniata Creek in Duncannon: Perry County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

Open to non-motorized traffic, this bridge is the only pony lenticular truss bridge in Pennsylvania.

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High Street Railroad Overpass
OH-48 Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Pennsylvania Railroad) Over High Street (OH-48) in Covington: Miami County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

The larger of two stone arch bridges in Covington.

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Highland Avenue Bridge
HSR

Highland Avenue Over I-94 in Rural: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 290 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge was a rare example of a curved t-beam with no added modern guardrails, and it had unusual post-tensioning on it.

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Highland Avenue Bridge
HSR

Highland Avenue Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) and Busway in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 117 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1925 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This bridge has a very large through plate girder span and attractive railing.

Highland Park Bridge
HSR

PA-1005 Over Allegheny River, PA-8, Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,423 ft. Main Span: 278 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1940 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

Built with Depression-era federal relief funds, this is an unusual type of cantilver bridge with its multiple relatively short spans..

Highland Street Bridge
HSR

Highland Street Over San Jose Avenue and Railroad in San Francisco: San Francisco County, California, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 206 ft. Main Span: 121 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is one of two nearby similar overpasses that are impressive t-beam structures with an unusual alteration.

Hill To Hill Bridge
HSR

PA-378 Over Lehigh River, Railroads, Local Streets in Bethlehem: Lehigh County, Pennsylvania and Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Hudson Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,607 ft. Main Span: 171 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: Rodgers and Hagerty of New York, New York and Clarence W. Hudson

This concrete arch bridge also contains the only known example of a Hudson truss, and also is an amazingly complex bridge with several ramps.

Hillendale Road Bridge
HSR

Hillendale Road (TR-337) Over West Branch Red Clay Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

This is one of the younger examples of a highway plate girder in Chester County.

Hillside Avenue Bridge
HSR

Hillside Avenue (Old US-302) Over Crooked River in Rural: Cumberland County, Maine, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This closed bridge has been left untouched on an abandoned highway alignment.

Hillside Lane Bridge
HSR

Hillside Lane (TR-518) Over Roberts Run in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss has an extremely lightweight design, and may be an early rivet-connected truss bridge.

Hindsburg Road Bridge
Bridge E-193
HSR

Hindsburg Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 193 ft. Main Span: 151 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This bridge has had its approach spans removed and now sits abandoned with an uncertain future.

Hines Drive Ann Arbor Road Bridge
HSR

Hines Drive Over Ann Arbor Road (Old M-14) in Livonia: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: J. H. Baker and Sons of Port Huron, Michigan

Of the many surviving rigid frame bridges in this area, this is the most significant and the only one which retains original railings.

Hines Drive Middle River Rouge Bridge East
HSR

Hines Drive Over Middle River Rouge in Plymouth: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Cantilever Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

One of three examples of a Wayne county cantilevered arch bridge on this stretch of Hines Drive.

Hines Drive Middle River Rouge Bridge West
HSR

Hines Drive Over Middle River Rouge in Plymouth: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Cantilever Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

One of three examples of a Wayne county cantilevered arch bridge on this stretch of Hines Drive.

Hines Drive Newburgh Lake Bridge
HSR

Hines Drive Over Middle River Rouge (End of Newburgh Lake) in Plymouth: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Cantilever Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

A representative example of the strange Wayne County concrete cantilevered ribbed arch bridges.

Hodapp Bridge
Ripley County Bridge 113
HSR

CR-800 North (Brownstown Road) Over Vernon Fork Muscatatuck River in Rural: Ripley County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This concrete through girder stands out as unusual and significant for its uncommon features.

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Hodgens Bridge
HSR

Walker Hill Road Over Buffalo Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This bridge displays the unique design details of its builder, and is a historically significant structure.

Hodgkins Road Bridge
HSR

Hodgkins Road Over 20 Mile Creek in Rural: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Although closed to traffic, this is an outstanding early 20th Century truss bridge surviving in this region with few alterations.

Hogback Bend Bridge
HSR

Railroad Avenue (Hogback Road) Over Toccoa River in Rural: Fannin County, Georgia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

A long-abandoned truss bridge buried in the woods.

Hogarth Street Bridge
HSR

Hogarth Avenue Walkway Over I-75 in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 169 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1957 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

One of the few examples in the state of Interstate freeway pedestrian walkways that retain original railings.

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Hojack Swing Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Genesee River in Rochester: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Swing

Main Span: 304 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

Despite historic significance, feasibility of preservation, and community support, this bridge was sentenced to the dumpster.

Holcomb Mills Railroad Bridge
HSR

Black River and Western Railroad Over South Branch Raritan River in Holcomb Mills: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

An accessible, attractive, complete railroad truss bridge.

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Holland Mills Road Bridge
HSR

Holland Mills Road Over Nith River in Rural: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 97 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 16.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This rare and gorgeous bridge is threatened by a sinking abutment.

Holley Bridge
East Avenue Bridge, Bridge E-187
HSR

East Avenue (Gulf Road) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Holley: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Lackawanna Bridge Company of Buffalo, New York and I.M. Ludington's Sons Inc. of Rochester, New York

An excellent example of one of the unusual vertical lift bridges on the Erie canal.

Holt Line Bridge
Duthil Bridge
HSR

Holt Line Over North Branch Sydenham River in St. Clair Township: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 185 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Sarnia Bridge Company of Sarnia, Ontario and McCubbin, Brisco and Todgham of Chatham, Ontario

One of the most spectacular bridges in the county, both rare and beautiful!

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Holt Road Bridge
HSR

Holt Road Over Deer Creek in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

A small beam bridge with gothic fence style guardrails.

Holt Road Doan Creek Bridge
HSR

Holt Road Over Doan Creek in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1958 By: Taber Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is a small but early and unaltered example of its type.

Honker Cut Bridge
HSR

8 Mile Road (Empire Tract Road) Over Honker Cut (White Slough) in Rural: San Joaquin County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 480 ft. Main Span: 204 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This beautiful swing bridge is the only crossing of Honker Cut.

Hononegah Forest Preserve Bridge
HSR

Hononegah Forest Preserve Road Over Dry Run Creek in Rural: Winnebago County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Ferguson Construction Company of Rockford, Illinois and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

In excellent condition, this is a rare example of a Marsh type rainbow arch bridge.

Hoover Road Bridge
Sturgeon Road Bridge
HSR

Hoover Road Over West Branch Sturgeon River in Rural: Houghton County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 3 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

A fairly long example of a pony truss, this bridge was relocated from Baraga County to serve as a snowmobile trail bridge here.

Hope Mills Bridge
Old Mercer Road Bridge
HSR

Old Mercer Road (TR-401) Over Neshannock Creek in Rural: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

A semi-massive member bridge tucked away in a scenic wooded environment.

Hopewell Indian Mounds Railroad Bridge
Lakeshore and Michigan Southern Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Kent Trails Rail-Trail) Over Grand River in Walker and Wyoming: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 550 ft. Main Span: 138 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Unknown

A very long, old, and unusual railroad swing bridge.

Horner Bridge
Tedrow Road Bridge
HSR

Tedrow Road (TR-626) Over Beaver Dam Creek in Rural: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: F. Bicchieri and Brothers

A stone arch bridge adds character to a pristine rural setting.

Horse Island Drive Bridge
HSR

Horse Island Drive Over Horse Island Bayou in Gibraltar: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This small bridge is among the most visually pleasing bridges in the state, with a steep deck camber that follows the arch itself.

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Horton Road Bridge
HSR

Horton Road Bridge Over Conneaut Creek in Rural: Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 122 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This beautiful historic bridge is a fine example of its builder and deserves to be rehabilitated and preserved.

Hot Metal Bridge
Monongahela Connecting Railroad Bridge
HSR

Eliza Furnace Trail Over Monongahela River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 321 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1900 By: Unknown

This former railroad bridge was rehabilitated and converted for pedestrian use.

Hot Metal Street Bridge
Monongahela Connecting Railroad Bridge
HSR

Hot Metal Street (Gateway Boulevard) Over Monongahela River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,117 ft. Main Span: 321 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This former railroad bridge was rehabilitated and converted for vehicular use.

Housefelt Bridge
Musselman Avenue Bridge
HSR

Musselman Avenue (Slickerman Road, TR-494) Over Coxes Creek in Somerset: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 9.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

An altered example of an uncommon small truss configuration.

Howard Road Bridge
HSR

Howard Road (CR-209) Over Ward Canal (Number 1458) in Rural: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 35.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

A WPA program bridge and an uncommon Ohio example of a county highway rigid frame bridge.

Howell Road Bridge
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Howell Road Over Doan Creek in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Fitch-Eva Company

This is one of several small steel stringer bridges in this county that feature an unusual metal railing, however this one has a slightly different detail..

Huddle Road Bridge
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Huddle Road Over Tupper Creek in Rural (Near Lake Odessa): Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This concrete girder retains excellent historic integrity.

Hudson Bridge
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Machar Street Over Gananoque River in Gananoque: Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This rare pin-connected through truss is a former railway bridge that carries highway traffic today.

Hudson Braceville Road Bridge
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OH-303 (Hudson Braceville Road) Over South Fork Eagle Creek in Rural: Portage County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown and Ohio State Highway Department

A large span example of an Ohio concrete camelback in good condition.

Hudson Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Lakeshore and Michigan Southern) Over Bean Creek in Hudson: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1871 By: Unknown

This is one of the oldest, largest, and most impressive stone arch bridges in Michigan!

Hulberton Bridge
Bridge E-191
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Hulberton Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Hulberton: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 122 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Skene and Richmond of Louisa, Kentucky

One of the longer spanning examples among the unique collection of Erie Canal lift bridges.

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Humber Bridge
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Humber Bridge Trail Over Humber River in Vaughan: York Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Unknown and Frank Barber of Toronto, Ontario

This significant bridge is an unusually old example of its type in Ontario.

Hunter Street Bridge
Asburnham Bridge
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Hunter Street Over Otonabee River in Peterborough: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 900 ft. Main Span: 234 ft. Roadway: 33.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Russell-Townsend Company and Frank Barber of Toronto, Ontario

This is a landmark heritage bridge with significance for its aesthetic details and use of unreinforced concrete.

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Huntington Road Bridge
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Huntington Road Over Humber River in Vaughan: York Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This rigid frame bridge has an unusual railing design.

Huntress Bridge
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Huntress Bridge Road Over Ossipee River in Rural: Carroll County, New Hampshire, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This bridge is just off the main road and easy to visit.

Hurd Road Bridge
HSR

Hurd Road Over I-75 in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 252 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1954 By: W. H. Harvie and Michigan State Highway Department

One of several remaining curved t-beams on this section of freeway that are the oldest of their kind in the state.

Hurds Island East Channel Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Fox River (East Channel) in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 225 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1920 By: Unknown

One of two impressive arch bridges that carry this railroad line through Hurds Island.

Hurds Island West Channel Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Fox River (West Channel) in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 325 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1920 By: Unknown

The larger of two impressive arch bridges that carry this railroad line through Hurds Island.

Hurley Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned C and NW) Over Silver Street (WI-77) in Hurley: Iron County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 79 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a fairly large plate girder span that retains good historic integrity.

Hurley Railroad Overpass West
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Railroad (Abandoned Soo Line) Over Railroad (Abandoned Chicago and Northwestern) in Near Hurley: Iron County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 122 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

An important structure, since this is one of the few remaining metal truss bridges in northern Wisconsin.

Huron City Bridge
HSR

Pioneer Drive (Lighthouse Road) Over Willow Creek in Huron City: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A traditional example of a MSHD standard stringer bridge from the late 20s and early 30s.

Hurr Road Bridge
HSR

Hurr Road (TR-141) Over Shaw Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This is the only highway through plate girder bridge in Morrow County.

Hurshtown Bridge
Van Zile Road Bridge, Allen County Bridge 32
HSR

Van Zile Road Over St. Joseph River in Hursh (Rural): Allen County, Indiana, United States

Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 177 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1883 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

Unique and striking portal bracing on this ancient Whipple truss make this a magnificent bridge.

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I Street Bridge
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I Street and Railroad (Southern Pacific) Over Sacramento River in Sacramento and West Sacramento: Sacramento County, California and Yolo County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 854 ft. Main Span: 195 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and John D. Isaacs

This is a rare example of a double deck swing bridge, as it carries highway on top and railroad below.

Steel Bridge
I-94 Little Calumet River Bridges
HSR

I-94 (Bishop Ford Freeway) Over Little Calumet River in Calumet City: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Non-Historic, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 795 ft. Main Span: 420 ft. Roadway: 52.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1993 By: Unknown

This pair of one-way bridges appear to be of modern construction.

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I-75 Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over I-75 in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 117 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1957 By: L. A. Davidson of Saginaw, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

An excellent, easily photographed, example of early expressway railroad overpass construction.

I-75 River Raisin Bridge
HSR

I-75 Over River Raisin in Monroe: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 930 ft. Main Span: 158 ft. Roadway: 109 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1955 By: Walter Toebe Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This relatively long plate girder bridge is significant as a large bridge on an early freeway.

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Ices Ferry Bridge
HSR

CR-857 Over Cheat Lake (Cheat River) in Rural: Monongalia County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 828 ft. Main Span: 259 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This incredible multi-span structure was wiped off the face of the earth.

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Military Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Military Street (BL-94) Over Railroad (Abandoned CSX) in Port Huron: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

A rare highway plate girder, with modified sidewalk railings.

Ideal Park Bridge
HSR

Park Trail Over Buck Creek in Wyoming: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Corrugated Multi-Plate Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its ornate concrete details, which remain unaltered on this attractive park bridge.

Illinois and Michigan Canal Bridge 1
HSR

Canal Walkway Over Illinois and Michigan Canal in Rural: Grundy County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive truss bridge, now converted for pedestrian use, appears to have been originally built to access canal related facilities.

Illinois and Michigan Canal Bridge 2
HSR

Canal Walkway Over Illinois and Michigan Canal in Rural: Grundy County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This truss bridge is unusual because of its lightweight members and vertical end posts.

IN-1 Bridge
HSR

IN-1 (CR-900 West) Over Mississinewa River in Rural: Randolph County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 411 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1941 By: Gradle Brothers of Indianapolis, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

This noteworthy two span state standard truss bridge displays attractive arched bracing.

IN-26 Bridge
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IN-26 Over Salamonie River in Portland: Jay County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Yost Brothers of Decatur, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

This bridge is an increasingly uncommon example of a standard plan truss in Indiana.

I-96 Grand River Bridge
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I-96 Over Grand River and Market Street in Near Portland: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Metal Continuous Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 414 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 35.4 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1959 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This pair of identical bridges are good examples of cantilever deck plate girder bridges in Michigan.

I-94 Kalamazoo River Bridge
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I-94 Over Kalamazoo River in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 275 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 34.8 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is the curved t-beam that is visible from Historic Bridge Park.

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Imlay City Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Railroad (Rail-Trail) in Imlay City: Lapeer County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan

This bridge was demolished, despite its significant documented builder and contribution to a rail-trail.

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IN-3 Sand Creek Bridge
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IN-3 Over Sand Creek in Rural: Jennings County, Indiana, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Brookville Bridge Company of Brookville, Ohio and Indiana State Highway Commission

This noteworthy example of a state standard plan truss bridge is slated for demolition despite preservation potential.

IN-403 Silver Creek Bridge
HSR

IN-403 Over Silver Creek in Rural: Clark County, Indiana, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 202 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 25.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: A. G. Ryan and Sons of Evansville, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

An example not only of the largest state standard truss plan, but also of the beautiful arched portal design that is today rare among standard plan bridges in Indiana

Independence Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Baltimore and Ohio) Over Independence Boulevard in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 9

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This beautiful railroad overpass crosses one of the historic boulevards of Chicago.

Indian Hill Station Bridge
Winnetka Avenue Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Metra Union Pacific North Line and Green Bay Trail) Over Winnetka Avenue in Winnetka: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Suburban Paving and Improvement Company of Chicago, Illinois

This unique and beautiful overpass has Indian head sculptures on its abutments.

Indian Mill Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Coopersville and Marne Railway) Over Indian Mill Creek in Walker: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

A typical example of a deck plate girder railroad bridge.

Indian Mill Park Bridge
HSR

Park Drive Over Local Drain in Rural: Wyandot County, Ohio, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 16 ft. Main Span: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

One of the smallest truss bridges ever seen, this bridge has the unusual connections associated with its builder.

Indian Mill Bridge
HSR

CR-47 Over Sandusky River in Rural: Wyandot County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 178 ft. Main Span: 172 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Modern Construction Company of Fremont, Ohio

This is one of several remaining unusual and ornate Ohio bridges that were built in the 1910s yet look like 1880s bridges.

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Indian River Bridge
HSR

M-27 (Straits Highway, Old US-27) Over Indian River in Indian River: Cheboygan County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 90 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: J. B. Whitcomb Construction Company of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

Both beautiful and rare, this easily visited bridge sits next to a railroad plate girder.

Indian River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Gaylord to Mackinaw City Rail-Trail) Over Indian River in Indian River: Cheboygan County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This simple plate girder is a remnant of a railroad line which once ran through the area.

Indian River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Indian River in Rural: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is a fairly long single span plate girder.

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Indian Trail Bridge
Radike Mills Bridge
HSR

Indian Trail Road Over Belle River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Couse and Saunders of Detroit, Michigan

An extremely rare and beautiful example of its type in Michigan, with a rich, documented history.

Indiana Avenue Bridge
Fort Wayne Street Bridge, Elkhart County Bridge 403
HSR

Indiana Avenue Over Elkhart River in Goshen: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 184 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Bellefontaine Bridge and Iron Company of Bellefontaine, Ohio

This truss is beautifully decorated and is a perfect example of what makes truss bridges so special.

Indiana Avenue Bridge
HSR

Indiana Avenue Over Little Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Non-Historic, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 334 ft. Main Span: 264 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1977 By: Unknown

This is one of a couple modern truss bridges on the Little Calumet River.

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Indiana Harbor Belt Grand Calumet Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad) Over Grand Calumet River in Burnham: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Unknown

A extremely rare and unusual example of a pony truss railroad swing bridge.

Indiana Harbor Canal Baltimore and Ohio Chicago Terminal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Baltimore and Ohio Chicago Terminal) Over Indiana Harbor and Ship Canal (East Chicago Canal) in East Chicago: Lake County, Indiana, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion)

Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This is the only example of a standard Strauss trunnion bascule with overhead counterweight in the Chicagoland area.

Indiana Harbor Canal Elgin, Joliet, and Eastern Railroad Bridge
Bridge 728
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Indiana Harbor and Ship Canal (East Chicago Canal) in East Chicago: Lake County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Main Span: 87 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This rolling lift bascule bridge is a very early surviving example of its type.

Indiana Harbor Canal New York Central Railroad Bridges
Indiana Harbor Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway Bridges
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned New York Central) Over Indiana Harbor and Ship Canal (East Chicago Canal) in East Chicago: Lake County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rall)

Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 31.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and Albert Lucius of New York, New York

This pair of identical bridges are exceedingly rare examples of Rall bascule bridges and are abandoned in the raised position.

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Indianapolis Boulevard Bridge
Nine Span Bridge / Gibson Railroad Yard Bridge
HSR

Indianapolis Boulevard (IN-152) Over Railroad (Gibson Railroad Yard) in Hammond: Lake County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,117 ft. Main Span: 246 ft. Roadway: 39.7 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1935 By: E. J. Albrecht Company of Chicago, Illinois and Indiana State Highway Commission

Excluding Ohio River bridges, this awe-inspiring structure is the longest highway truss bridge in Indiana, yet this did not save it from demolition.

Ingersoll Street Bridge
Bridge E-199
HSR

Ingersoll Street Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Albion: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 111 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: I.M. Ludington's Sons Inc. of Rochester, New York

One of two beautifully maintained lift bridges in Albion.

Inkster Road Hines Drive Bridge
HSR

Inkster Road Over Hines Drive in Dearborn Heights: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Johnson-Greene Company

One of the later rigid frame overpass bridges crossing historic Hines Drive.

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Insley Road Bridge
HSR

Insley Road (CR-604 / Dixie Highway) Over Rocky Ford in Rural: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

Ohio apparently used to have more rainbow arch bridges, but this is one of only a few remaining.

Intercity Bridge
Ford Bridge
HSR

Ford Parkway (46th Street) Over Mississippi River and Mississippi River Boulevard in Minneapolis and St. Paul: Hennepin County, Minnesota and Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,524 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1927 By: James O. Heyworth of Chicago, Illinois and Martin Sigvart Grytbak

This is one of the more ornate of the Twin City arch bridges and it retains decent historic integrity, and remains a lovely bridge.

International Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Niagara River in Buffalo and Fort Erie: Erie County, New York and Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada and United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,968 ft. Main Span: 358 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan and Joseph Hobson

This landmark bridge is an extremely long multi-span example of a pin-connected truss bridge and includes an impressive swing span.

International Railroad Bridge
Sault Ste. Marie International Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Wisconsin Central) Over St. Marys River and Associated Canal System in Sault Ste. Marie: Chippewa County, Michigan and Algoma District, Ontario, Canada and United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion)

Length: 5,580 ft. Main Span: 369 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1887 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

Highlights of this complex of bridge spans include an 1895 swing span, Camelback trusses from 1887, a rare design of bascule from 1913, and a 1960 vertical lift span.

Interurban Bridge
Richard Gillett Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Grand River in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 474 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1915 By: Fargo Engineering Company of Kalamazoo, Michigan

This large arch bridge once carried an interurban, but today is a pedestrian crossing.

Ionia Road Bridge
HSR

Ionia Road Over Scipio Creek in Near Vermontville: Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 23 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Fred H. Price and Company and Michigan State Highway Department

A good example of a tiny stringer bridge built in the mid-20th Century.

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Iowa Falls Bridge
Oak Street Bridge
HSR

US-65 (Oak Street) Over Iowa River in Iowa Falls: Hardin County, Iowa, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 255 ft. Main Span: 235 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Welden Brothers Construction Company of Iowa Falls, Iowa

The beauty and historic significance of this large and impressive arch bridge were not enough to save it from demolition.

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Irish Road Bridge
HSR

Irish Road Over Flint River in Rural: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 152 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: Price Brothers Company of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a standard plan bridge with some unusual details, and is in very bad condition and likely will be demolished.

Irish Street Bridge
HSR

Irish Street Over Salt River in Rural: Midland County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 90 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: E. C. Nolan and Son of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This impressive concrete camelback bridge provides a look back at an interesting story.

Iron Bridge Lane Bridge
HSR

Iron Bridge Lane Over Bull Creek in Rural: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

This unusual bridge would appear to be an extremely old example of a bridge built by an interesting company.

Iron Bridge Road Bridge
HSR

Iron Bridge Road Over West Branch Sturgeon River in Rural: Charlevoix County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Located in a wild and scenic area, this little pony truss was restored!

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Iron Bridge Road Bridge
SR 3007 Bridge
HSR

Iron Bridge Road (PA-3007) Over Middle Creek in Near Middleburg: Snyder County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Variety Iron Works of Cleveland, Ohio

Despite being in decent condition, on a nonessential road, and a very rare and significant truss bridge, PennDOT demolished this bridge.

Iron Bridge Trail Bridge
McNay Ridge Road Bridge
HSR

Iron Bridge Trail (Former McNay Ridge Road) Over North Fork Wheeling Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This pony truss and its abandoned roadway now serves a pedestrian trail system.

Ironville Railroad Bridge
Tyrone Forge Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Little Juniata River in Ironville: Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This stone arch bridge has for decades been one of a trio of historic bridges in this area.

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Iroquois 200 Bridge
TR-14A Bridge
HSR

Iroquois 200 Over Louis Creek in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Unknown

This was a small Pratt pony truss that in 2006 had recently received a new deck, giving the false impression that it might be preserved.

Iroquois 400 Bridge
TR-26A Bridge
HSR

Iroquois 400 (TR-26A) Over Louis Creek in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Joseph Klein of Freeburg, Illinois

One of several very early and long examples in Iroquois County of a standard plan concrete through girder span in Illinois.

Iroquois 500 Bridge
TR-345A Bridge
HSR

Iroquois 500 (TR-345A) Over Spring Creek Tributary in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1916 By: Joseph Klein of Freeburg, Illinois

One of several very early examples in Iroquois County of a standard plan concrete through girder span in Illinois.

Iroquois 600 Bridge
TR-565 Bridge
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Iroquois 600 (TR-565) Over Spring Creek in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

One of several very early and long examples in Iroquois County of a standard plan concrete through girder span in Illinois.

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Iroquois 750 Bridge
TR-323 Bridge
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Iroquois 750 Over Little Mud Creek Tributary in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown

This was an attractive pony truss that could have been rehabilitated to continue to serve the 25 vehicles that crossed it daily.

Iroquois 1250 Bridge
TR-247 Bridge
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Iroquois 1250 Over Spring Creek Tributary in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 97 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

This is a extremely significant and rare example of a bedstead truss bridge, which also features a rare example of a lightweight double-Warren pony truss!

Iroquois 1300 Bridge #1
TR-239A Bridge
HSR

Iroquois 1300 Over Spring Creek Tributary in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

This is one of the more unusual pony truss bridges in Iroquois County.

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Iroquois 1300 Bridge #2
TR-146 Bridge
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Iroquois 1300 Over Pigeon Creek in Rural (Near Cissna Park): Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio, Darst and Hughes of Chicago, Illinois Agents

A very photogenic, historically intact example of a traditional pin connected Pratt through truss.

Iroquois 1500 Bridge
TR-168 Bridge
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Iroquois 1500 Over Whiskey Creek in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This unusual 1920s riveted pony truss has an enormous skew to it!

Iroquois 1650 Bridge
TR-192 Bridge
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Iroquois 1650 Over Whiskey Creek in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

An excellent example of small-scale work by the Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio.

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Iroquois 1700 Bridge
TR-189 Bridge
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Iroquois 1700 Over Spring Creek in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Unknown

This bridge was closed after someone hit the bridge sending an entire vertical member into the creek and severely damaging another vertical!

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Iroquois 1850 Bridge
TR-224 Bridge
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Iroquois 1850 Over Pike Creek in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown

One of the newer Iroquois County truss bridges, yet still picturesque.

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Iroquois 1900 Bridge #1
TR-159 Bridge
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Iroquois 1900 Over Spring Creek in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 17.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown

This riveted Pratt through truss sits scenically nestled partly in a small wooded area.

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Iroquois 1900 Bridge #2
TR-228 Bridge
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Iroquois 1900 Over Fountain Creek in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This was one of the few remaining of what was once many beautiful pin connected through truss bridges in Iroquois County.

Iroquois 2100 Bridge
TR-266 Bridge
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Iroquois 2100 Over Sugar Creek in Rural (Near Woodland): Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 143 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This impressive Pratt through truss was for many years the longest remaining truss bridge in Iroquois County, and now it is also the last!

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Iroquois 2470 Bridge
Wildman's Bridge / TR-324 Bridge
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Iroquois 2470 Over Sugar Creek in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Unknown

This truss bridge was buried in the trees unlike other Iroquois County truss bridges.

Iroquois 2800 Bridge
TR-49B Bridge
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Iroquois 2800 Over Prairie Creek in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This extremely unusual bridge appears to be a bedstead truss bridge that had its legs removed.

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Iroquois 3000 Bridge
TR-434 Bridge
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Iroquois 3000 Over Mud Creek in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 71 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This beautiful bridge was one of the most unusual and significant truss bridges in the county with its v-lacing on top of the end posts and cover plate.

Irvine Street Bridge
HSR

Irvine Street Over Irvine Creek in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Reid-Riddell Engineering of Toronto, Ontario

One of a rapidly disappearing group of beautiful heritage concrete bowstring rainbow arch bridges in this township.

Irving Bridge
HSR

Sir Francis Drake Boulevard Over Lagunitas Creek in Rural: Marin County, California, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This graceful curved t-beam bridge is nestled within a scenic redwood forest.

Irwin Viaduct
HSR

US-30 Over Tinkers Run and Main Street in Irwin: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 524 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1939 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This viaduct is noted for its continuous design and use of rolled H section.

Island Park Arch Bridge
Gar Island Park Pedestrian Bridge
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Hamlin Street (Pedestrian Path) Over Grand River (West Channel Around Island) in Eaton Rapids: Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 8.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A small, quaint arch bridge provides access to an interesting park.

Island Park Bridge
Church Street Bridge
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Island Park Trail Over South Branch Raisin River in Adrian: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This impressive bridge is one of Michigan's more significant pony truss bridges.

Island Lake State Recreation Area Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Huron River and Butcher Road in Rural: Livingston County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Lackawanna Bridge Company of Buffalo, New York

A typical example of a railroad deck plate girder bridge.

Jack Glass Road Bridge
Jerico Road Bridge
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Jack Glass Road (Jerico Road) Over Apalachee River in Rural: Walton County, Georgia and Barrow County, Georgia, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 9.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Leamon and Evans of Atlanta, Georgia

This bridge displays an unsual combination of rolled and built-up beams.

Jackson Boulevard Bridge
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Jackson Boulevard (Historic US-66) Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 273 ft. Main Span: 202 ft. Roadway: 37 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

A very old deck truss style bascule bridges in Chicago and associated directly with prominent engineer Joseph Strauss.

Old Jackson Center Bridge
HSR

US-62 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Yellow Creek in Jackson Center: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge appears to be based off of of unique bridge type designed in Michigan.

Jackson Park East Lagoon Bridge
Music Court Bridge
HSR

Park Path Over Jackson Park East Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This three span arch bridge has a rustic stone facing.

Jackson Road Bridge
Old CA-16 Bridge
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Jackson Road (CA-16) (Abandoned Alignement) Over Laguna Creek in Rural: Sacramento County, California, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This bridge sits on abandoned alignment next to the current highway alignment, a reminder of how highways evolve.

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Jackson Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Jackson Street Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern and Amtrak) in Jackson: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1902 By: Unknown

One of two old and interesting plate girder railroad overpass bridges near downtown Jackson.

Jaffrey Road Bridge
HSR

Jaffrey Road Over Crum Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 21 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 20.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This bridge is a concrete arch with a stone facing so it looks like a stone arch bridge,

James Road Bridge
HSR

James Road Over Stony Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

A shallow, simple arch has been abandoned for many years and has badly deteriorated over the years.

Jantz Road Bridge
Eddyville Bridge
HSR

Jantz Road (TR-748, Lower Mudlick Road) Over Pine Run in Eddyville (Rural): Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

A picturesque example of work done by Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania.

Jasper McKeaigg Road Bridge
Lawrence County Bridge 54
HSR

Jasper McKeaigg Road (CR-1050 East) Over Guthrie Creek in Rural: Lawrence County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Lafayette Bridge Company of Lafayette, Indiana

This attractive Pratt truss is nestled in a wooded setting.

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Jeddo Road Silver Creek Bridge
HSR

Jeddo Road Over Silver Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

A relatively long example of a lattice guardrail beam bridge.

Jeddo Road Mill Creek Bridge
HSR

Jeddo Road Over Mill Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: Marshall Campbell of Port Huron, Michigan

This bridge retains excellent historic integrity and is a Depression era bridge.

Jefferson Avenue Clinton River Canal Bridge
HSR

Jefferson Avenue Over Clinton River Canal in Harrison Township: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 196 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 29.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1950 By: E. C. Nolan and Son of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This decent sized stringer features some uncommon details.

Jefferson Avenue Bridge
Jefferson Avenue - Harbin Drive Bridge
HSR

Jefferson Avenue Over Huron River in Rural: Wayne County, Michigan and Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: W. J. Anschutz of Saginaw, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge and the Harbin Drive bridge are joined together to form the appearance of a single bridge.

Jefferson Avenue Bridge
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Jefferson Avenue (Abandoned Section) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This span is all that is left of a bridge that once was apparantly a high-level and bascule bridge crossing over the Cuyahoga River.

Jefferson Boulevard Bridge
St. Joseph County Bridge 209
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Jefferson Boulevard Over St. Joseph River in South Bend: St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 490 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 51.8 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1905 By: Scribner and Heyworth of Chicago, Illinois and A. J. Hammond

This is the oldest and one of the most ornate of South Bend's arch bridges.

Jefferson Street Bridge
Marshall County Bridge 228
HSR

Jefferson Street Over Yellow River in Plymouth: Marshall County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 138 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 51 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1927 By: Unknown

One of three concrete arch bridges in Plymouth.

Jefferson Street Bridge
HSR

Eastbound US-30 (Jefferson Street) Over Des Plaines River in Joliet: Will County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Length: 331 ft. Main Span: 166 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Mississippi Valley Structural Steel Company and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge page provides an overview of the rare Scherzer rolling lift bridges of Joliet as well as many photos of this bridge in raised position.

Jefferson Street Bridge
Karns Crossing Bridge
HSR

Jefferson Street (PA-68) Over Buffalo and Pittsburgh Railroad Yard and Connoquenessing Creek in Butler: Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 868 ft. Main Span: 168 ft. Roadway: 33.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1937 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This massive-membered truss bridge is unique because its two main spans are separate from each other.

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Jefferson Road Bridge
HSR

Jefferson Road Over Bush Creek in Rural: Gratiot County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

The smaller of two nearby bridges that have an unusual, primitive design to them unlike other Michigan girders.

Jenkinsburg Road Bridge
Indian Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Jenkinsburg Road (Indian Creek Road) Over Towaliga River in Rural: Spalding County, Georgia and Butts County, Georgia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown

This attractive bridge is an unusual example of a truss bridge with bolted field connections during the riveted era.

Jerrys Run Private Bridge
HSR

Private Trail Over Pond Creek in Jerrys Run (Rural): Wood County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An attractive Warren pony truss retains good historic integrity.

Jerusalem Road Bridge
HSR

Jerusalem Road (TR-885) Over Stone Run in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

A very rare example of a pony truss built by the noteworthy Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio.

Jibboom Street Ramp Bridge
HSR

Jibboom Street Over Sacramento River in Sacramento: Sacramento County, California, United States

Metal Pin and Hanger Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 850 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

With its unusual bents for support, this bridge provides a ramp approach to the historic I Street Bridge.

Jimtown Bridge
HSR

Alexander Valley Road Over Russian River in Rural: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal Continuous 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Cantilever Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,384 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1949 By: Judson Pacific Murphy Company

This is a highly unusual continuous pony truss that also has cantilevered girder approach spans.

John Eisenhower Bridge
Water Works Road Bridge
HSR

Water Works Road Over Willoughby Run in Rural: Adams County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Gilbert and Smith of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

An exceedingly rare example of work by this builder, this bridge displays the unique details of the company.

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Johnson Slagle Road Bridge
Port Jefferson Bridge
HSR

Johnson Slagle Road (CR-32) Over Great Miami River in Port Jefferson: Shelby County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 188 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1882 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

An impressive and rare two-span bridge featured the attractive, unique designs of its builder.

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Johnson Street Bridge
Elkhart County Bridge 383
HSR

Johnson Street Over St. Joseph River in Elkhart: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 390 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1918 By: Elkhart Bridge and Iron Company of Elkhart, Indiana

This long deck truss was drastically modified when widened by adding beams to one side.

Johnstown Incline Plane Bridge
HSR

Johnstown Incline Access Over Stonycreek River in Johnstown: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 237 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Significant in its own right, this bridge is also part of an impressive and historic incline.

Johnstown Streetcar Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Streetcar Line Over Stonycreek River in Johnstown: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is missing a span but is a remnant from the use of streetcars in Johnstown.

Joliet Illinois and Michigan Canal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Burlington Northern and Santa Fe) Over Illinois and Michigan Canal in Joliet: Will County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

A traditionally designed Baltimore through truss with a heavy skew.

Joliet North Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Elgin, Joliet and Eastern) Over Des Plaines River in Joliet: Will County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive)

Length: 700 ft. Main Span: 275 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

A large vertical lift railroad bridge slightly north of Joliet, and hard to reach without a boat.

Joliet Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Des Plaines River in Joliet: Will County, Illinois, United States

Metal 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 552 ft. Main Span: 302 ft. Roadway: 32 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is the big vertical lift railroad bridge that is in the center of Joliet.

Jones Road Bridge
HSR

Jones Road Over I-96 in Rural: Clinton County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 258 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1957 By: L. A. Davidson of Saginaw, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A good representative example of an I-96 curved t-beam overpass.

Jonesville Road Bridge
HSR

Jonesville Road Over Muskegon River in Rural: Clare County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This very unusual bridge is noteworthy for its lightweight vertical members.

Jordan Bridge
HSR

King Street (RR-81) Over 20 Mile Creek in Lincoln: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This bridge is an extremely rare, unusual, and beautiful unaltered example of concrete arch construction in Ontario.

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Juddville Road Bridge
HSR

Juddville Road Over Shiawassee River in Rural: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A later example of a beam bridge displaying MSHD standard railings that have an attractive element to them.

Jugtown Road Bridge
HSR

Jugtown Road (TR-172) Over East Fork Mazon River in Rural: Grundy County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 172 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: P. E. Lane of Chicago, Illinois

This impressive bridge is an early surviving pin-connected truss and is noted for itsspan length and lack of alteration.

Junction Road Bridge
TR-235 Bridge
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Junction Road (TR-235) Over 4 Mile Creek in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 142 ft. Main Span: 142 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1875 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

As an 1870s bowstring truss bridge, this spectacular Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio example has high significance!

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Junction Road Hopewell Creek Bridge
TR-259 Bridge
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Junction Road Over Hopewell Creek (East Fork 4 Mile Creek) in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Indianapolis Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

A classic late 1800s half-hip Pratt pony truss was demolished and replaced.

Kalamazoo River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Kalamazoo River in Rural: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 205 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1900 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan

An extremely rare example of a railroad pony truss bridge, plus it is two-span, and has highly unusual plate steel members!

Kamloops CN Railway Bridge
CN Railway Swing Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CN) Over South Thompson River in Kamloops: Thompson-Nicola District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive swing bridge provides a functional and historical crossing for trains.

Kaneville Bridge
HSR

Harper Road (TR-587) Over Cherrytree Run in Rural: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 38 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

This is a tiny little pony truss just off a major highway on a dead-end road.

Kankakee Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Illinois Central) Over Kankakee River and River Street in Kankakee: Kankakee County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 630 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 65 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1919 By: Gould Construction Company of Davenport, Iowa and Walsh Construction Company of Davenport, Iowa

This is an uncommon and beautiful example of a concrete arch railroad bridge.

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Kantz Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Kantz Hill Road (TR-315) Over West Branch Susquehanna River in Rural: Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 156 ft. Main Span: 154 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

A beautiful example of a significant truss bridge demolished even though it was not in the way of anything.

Kearsley Park Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Kearsley Park Boulevard Over Gilkey Creek in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This small arch bridge is one of several historic structures in an attractive park.

Kedzie Avenue Bridge
HSR

Kedzie Avenue Over Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 350 ft. Main Span: 149 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1970 By: Unknown

Although the structure type is simple, this bridge is somewhat unusual on this section of canal.

Kedzie Avenue Cal Sag Channel Bridge
HSR

Kedzie Avenue Over Calumet Sag Channel in Robbins: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 348 ft. Main Span: 254 ft. Roadway: 53.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Unknown and Alfred Benesch and Associates of Chicago, Illinois

With a wide deck, this is one of a number of late examples of metal truss construction on the Sag Channel.

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Kedzie Avenue Marquette Park North Bridge
HSR

Kedzie Avenue Over Marquette Park Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 66 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: E. J. Albrecht Company of Chicago, Illinois and H. C. Taylor

One of two beautiful concrete t-beam bridges that greatly contribute to the beauty of Marquette Park.

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Kedzie Avenue Marquette Park South Bridge
HSR

Kedzie Avenue Over Marquette Park Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 66 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: E. J. Albrecht Company of Chicago, Illinois and H. C. Taylor

One of two beautiful concrete t-beam bridges that greatly contribute to the beauty of Marquette Park.

Keeseville Suspension Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Clinton Street) Over Ausable River in Keeseville: Clinton County, New York and Essex County, New York, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Main Span: 240 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

An unusual deviation from the usual type of bridge its builder built, this is also a rare example of an old and unaltered suspension foot bridge.

Keggereis Ford Bridge
HSR

PA-4006 Over West Branch Conococheague Creek in Rural: Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1907 By: Nelson Construction Company of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

This is an early and uncommon example of a ribbed arch bridge.

Keitel Road Bridge
Bridge E-196
HSR

Keitel Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 193 ft. Main Span: 151 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: McMyler-Interstate Company of Cleveland, Ohio

An excellent example of a fixed Erie Canal truss bridge, this bridge has end panels of bottom chord that are sloped slightly.

Kellers Road Bridge
Red Bridge
HSR

Kellers Road (TR-340) Over Nescopeck Creek in Rural: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This highly unusual and significant truss bridge sits abandoned and forgotten.

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Kelley Bridge
Curt Wright Road Bridge, County Bridge Number 16
HSR

Curt Wright Road (TR-330) Over Towanda Creek in Rural: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Agents

Located in a breathtaking setting, this bridge retains exellent historic integrity.

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Kellogg Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Kellogg Boulevard Over Mississippi River Cliff in St. Paul: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This is a half-bridge that essentially extends a road out beyond a cliff.

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Kelly Road Bridge
HSR

Kelly Road Over Muskegon River in Rural: Missaukee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

With a long length, this narrow truss bridge has attractive, lightweight and tall trusses.

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Hubbardtown Bridge
Kelsey Road Bridge
HSR

Kelsey Road Over Catatonk Creek in Hubbardtown (Rural): Tioga County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 98 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Corrugated Metal Company of East Berlin, Connecticut (Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut)

Although a nationally significant lenticular truss, this bridge is in severe danger of collapse!

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Kemner Road Bridge
TR-256A Bridge
HSR

Kemner Road (TR-256A) Over South Branch Portage River in Rural: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is an ornate pin connected through truss that was demolished.

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Kennedy Mill Bridge
Frew Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Frew Mill Road (PA-1012) Over Slippery Rock Creek in Rural: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown and Thomas Gilkey

The fact that this bridge is a beautiful bridge in a very scenic area did not stop PennDOT from demolishing it!

Kensington Bridge
Dundas Street Bridge
HSR

Dundas Street Over South Branch Thames River in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 313 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

A beautiful three span example of a London pony truss with unusual truss configuration.

Kensington Road Bridge
HSR

Kensington Road Over Huron River in Rural: Livingston County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: W. L. Eva of Howell, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A small but unaltered mid-20th Century steel stringer bridge in Michigan.

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Kerwood Road Bridge
HSR

Kerwood Road Over Au Sable River in Rural: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1964 By: Unknown

A large deck plate girder built in the 1960s.

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Ketterman Road Bridge
TR-329 Bridge
HSR

Ketterman Road (TR-329) Over Aukerman Creek in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small bridge itself very picturesque but is also located in a scenic wooded area.

Keys Bridge
Keyes Road Bridge
HSR

Keyes Road (TR-821) Over Raccoon Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

One of a number of interesting pony truss bridges remaining in the county built by Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania.

Keystone Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Chicago and Northwestern Rail-Trail) Over Black River in Ramsay: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Unknown

This is one of the largest known stone arch bridges in Michigan.

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Keytesville Bridge
HSR

Jackson Street (US-24) Over Mussel Fork River in Keytesville: Chariton County, Missouri, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 443 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: George W. Condon of Omaha, Nebraska

This highly attractive Keytesville gateway includes a substantial curved concrete t-beam approach.

Khyex River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad Over Khyex River in Rural: Kitimat-Stikine District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional railway truss bridge displays real heritage next to a modern highway bridge.

Kiceniuk Road Bridge
HSR

Kiceniuk Road Over South Branch Raritan River in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: Unknown

A well-preserved three span pony truss is a highly unusual sight.

Kinnickinnic River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Kinnickinnic River in Milwaukee: Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 234 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Unknown

A large span lattice truss camelback swing bridge.

Kidwell Bridge
HSR

Elk Fork Road Over Pleasant Creek in Kidwell (Rural): Tyler County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1918 By: Duncan Construction Company of Marlinton, West Virginia

A one-lane structure, this is a fairly old, double span structure.

Kiemont Hill Road Bridge
County Bridge Number 41
HSR

Kiemont Hill Road (TR-461) Over Wyalusing Creek in Rural: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 181 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

This is an significant example of a bridge built by one of the top bridge companies in Pennsylvania.

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Kilburn Road Bridge
HSR

Kilburn Road Over Plum Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

A small beam bridge in a picturesque setting.

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Kilburn Road Bridge
HSR

Kilburn Road Over Orestimba Creek in Rural: Stanislaus County, California, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Pacific Construction Company and D. M. McPhetres

This extremely unusual bridge is a steel truss that was reused by encasement with reinforced concrete.

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Kilmanagh Road Bridge
HSR

Kilmanagh Road Over Shebeon Creek in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of several warren pony truss bridges in storage on private property in the county.

Kimberton Road Bridge
HSR

Kimberton Road Over Branch Pickering Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny stone arch bridge has assymetrical railings.

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Kimpton Road Bridge
HSR

Kimpton Road Over South Branch Macon Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 39 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a very attractive half-hip pin connected Pratt pony truss with high clearance above the creek.

King Road Bridge
HSR

King Road (CR-280 and Old US-41) Over Whitefish River in Rural: Alger County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1919 By: Samuel Mills of Escanaba, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A rare example of a multi-span concrete through girder, this bridge was once part of a major highway.

King Street Bridge
HSR

King Street (TC-7) Over Pigeon River in Omemee: Kawartha Lakes City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 62 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

Although a small example, open spandrel deck arch bridges like this are exceedingly rare in Ontario.

King Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Go, Canadian National) Over King Street in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1888 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario and Charles Sproatt

This ancient bridge is half plate girder and half a rare pony truss design!

Martins Creek Viaduct
Kingsley Bridge
HSR

Railroad (St Lawrence and Hudson / Norfolk Southern) Over Martins Creek in Rural: Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,600 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 10

Built 1915 By: F. M. Talbot Construction Company of New York, New York

This bridge is the little brother to the Tunkhannock Viaduct, but is a very large bridge in its own right.

RR-20 Bridge
HSR

RR-20 Over Beaverdams Creek (Power Canal) in Thorold: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

An attractive 1930s pony truss that carries a lot of traffic.

KH-21 Bridge
Ausable River Cut Bridge
HSR

KH-21 (Lakeshore Road) Over Ausable River Cut in Lambton Shores: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 122 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1963 By: Unknown

An example of late metal truss bridge construction, this bridge was restored.

Kiger Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Kiger Hill Road Over Shannon Run in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 39 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This little pony truss has had its floor beams replaced and is missing its railing.

Kilbourn Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 328760
HSR

Lark Avenue Over Des Moines River in Kilbourn: Van Buren County, Iowa, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 855 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Roadway: 16.1 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1909 By: Ottumwa Supply and Construction Company of Ottumwa, Iowa

The first major state highway commission bridge, it is also a very large multi-span example of a pin-connected highway Pratt truss.

King Road Bridge
HSR

King Road Over Buttermilk Creek in Rural: Tompkins County, New York, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

A relatively large arch span in scenic Buttermilk State park

King Street Bridge
HSR

King Street Over South Branch Thames River in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 213 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Central Bridge and Engineering Company of Peterborough, Ontario

A rare example of a pin connected through truss in Ontario; carries a storm sewer underneath.

Kingsford Railroad Bridge
Chicago, Milwaukee, and St. Paul Railroad Menominee River Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Escanaba and Lake Superior Railroad) Over Menominee River in Near Kingsford: Dickinson County, Michigan and Florence County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 9 Panel Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 357 ft. Main Span: 207 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and Charles Frederick Loweth

With a shape that defies reality, this remarkable bridge is one of the most unusual arch bridges ever encountered.

Archer Avenue Bridge
Kingery Highway Bridge
HSR

Archer Avenue (Kingery Highway, IL-83) Over Calumet Sag Channel in Sag Bridge: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 508 ft. Main Span: 305 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

One of a couple pleasingly complex 1930s Pennsylvania through truss bridges filled with complex geometry.

Kingery Highway Sanitary and Ship Canal Bridge
HSR

Kingery Highway (IL-83) Over Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Sag Bridge: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,130 ft. Main Span: 251 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

This is an impressive Parker truss fixed span built in the 1930s.

Kinneville Bridge
HSR

Kinneville Road Over Grand River in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1952 By: Brown Brothers of Lansing, Michigan

This early curved t-beam is also a rare Michigan example over water.

Kinzie Street Bridge
HSR

Kinzie Street Over North Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 195 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: John J. Gallery and City of Chicago

This unusual bascule bridge had three quarters of its superstructure replaced with new members.

Kirkfield Lift Lock
HSR

Trent-Severn Waterway Over Trent-Severn Waterway and Kirkfield Road in Rural: Kawartha Lakes City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift

Length: 139 ft. Roadway: 33.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Richard Birdsall Rogers

While this is not a bridge it is a fascinating heritage structure that incorporates similar construction and engineering thinking as a truss bridge.

Kirks Ford Road Bridge
Brown County Bridge 127
HSR

Kirks Ford Road Over Middle Fork Salt Creek in Rural: Brown County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This riveted pony truss has a fairly heavy construction for its age.

Kirkton Private Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Fish Creek in Kirkton: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This private driveway bridge is a rare example of a pin-connected truss bridge in Ontario.

Kirtland Street Bridge
HSR

Kirtland Street Over Plaster Creek in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1923 By: Unknown

While not visually interesting, this is an unusual concrete t-beam bridge.

Kittanning Bridge
Citizens Bridge
HSR

Market Street (US-422 Business, PA-1038) Over Allegheny River in Kittanning: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 949 ft. Main Span: 406 ft. Roadway: 30.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

An impressive massive-membered Parker truss can be easily viewed from above.

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Kivamaki Road Bridge
HSR

Kivamaki Road Over Whitefish River in Rural: Alger County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Continental Bridge Company of Chicago and Peotone, Illinois

A beautiful little truss bridge is a rare example of work by Continental Bridge Company.

Klock Road Bridge
HSR

Klock Road Over Paw Paw River in Benton Harbor: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin and Hanger Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 58 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1955 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge tells an interesting story about Klock Road and Benton Harbor.

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Knapp Road Bridge
HSR

Knapp Road (TR-169) Over Railroad (CSX) in Rural: Portage County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1905 By: Unknown

A good representative example of an unusual design of railroad overpass found on this railroad line.

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Kniffen Race Track Road Bridge
HSR

Kniffen Race Track Road (CR-23.50) Over Brush Creek in Rural: Williams County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This truss bridge has two different paint colors on it.

Knights Landing Bridge
HSR

CA-113 Over Sacramento River in Knights Landing: Sutter County, California and Yolo County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Railing Height Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 407 ft. Main Span: 208 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Rocca and Caletti of San Rafael, California and Edward Von Geldern

This bridge with its notable camber is an uncommon example of a railing height truss bascule bridge.

Knight Street Bridge
HSR

Knight Street Over Grand River in Eaton Rapids: Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin and Hanger Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1955 By: Raff and Dexter of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A well maintained 1950s multi-span beam bridge.

Knowlesville Bridge
Bridge E-206
HSR

Knowlesville Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Knowlesville: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Thomas Crimmins Contracting Company of New York, New York

One of the longer spanning examples among the unique collection of Erie Canal lift bridges.

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Korpela Road Bridge
HSR

Korpela Road Over Jackson Creek in Rural: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This small stringer bridge was demolished.

Krausers Bridge
HSR

Styer Road (Marshall Road) Over Marsh Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1905 By: Unknown and Nathan R. Rambo

This is one of several examples of unusual arch bridge in Chester County where the arch ring is brick and the spandrel wall is stone.

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Kreitz Road Bridge
HSR

Kreitz Road (TR-899) Over Little Conneauttee Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 93 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

An excellent example of late 19th century Penn Bridge Company work.

L Avenue Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 77840, Chicago NorthWestern Railroad Bridge Bridge 1657
HSR

L Avenue Over Railroad (Union Pacific) in Rural: Boone County, Iowa, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A noteworthy example of a railroad-designed highway over railroad truss bridge.

Lafayette Avenue East Channel Bridge Substructure
HSR

Lafayette Avenue (M-84 and M-13) Over East Channel Saginaw River in Bay City: Bay County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 508 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Owen-Ames-Kimball Company and Hazelet and Erdal of Chicago, Illinois

The entire superstructure of this bridge was demolished and replaced, but the substructure and bridge tender house remains.

Lafayette Avenue West Channel Bridge
HSR

Lafayette Avenue (M-84 and M-13) Over West Channel Saginaw River in Bay City: Bay County, Michigan, United States

Metal Continuous Deck Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 508 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This unusual bridge is noted for its camber, built-up curved beams, and continuous design.

Lafayette Road Bridge
HSR

Lafayette Road (TR-437) Over West Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: George Dole of Wilmington, Delaware and Nathan R. Rambo

Stone abutments contrast with a traditional riveted plate girder in this, one of several similar surviving bridges in the county.

Laramie Avenue Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Soo Line, Metra Milwaukee District West, and Metra North Central Service) Over Laramie Avenue in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This grade separation is noted for its unusually attractive aesthetic detailing.

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Laramie Viaduct
HSR

Laramie Avenue Over Railroad (CSX) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 841 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 44.3 ft. Main Spans: 20

Built 1939 By: Morris Handler Company

This was a large, unaltered and significant example of a bridge project funded by federal Depression-era relief programs.

Louisville and Nashville Murphy Branch Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Louisville and Nashville Railroad) Over Toccoa River in Rural: Fannin County, Georgia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This very interesting truss bridge is a very lightly built railroad bridge.

La Salle Causeway Bridge
Kingston Bridge
HSR

Ontario Street (CR-2) Over Cataraqui River (Kingston Bay) in Kingston: Frontenac County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion)

Length: 212 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1917 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This impressive bridge is a large and rare example of a Strauss heel-trunnion bascule.

La Salle Street Bridge
Marshall Suloway Bridge
HSR

La Salle Street Over Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 347 ft. Main Span: 242 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

La Salle Street Overpass
HSR

La Salle Street Over Carroll Avenue in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This structure is noteworthy as a remnant of a former tunnel in Chicago.

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La Salle Road Bridge
HSR

La Salle Road Over Big Sauble River in Rural: Mason County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of the only examples of a bolted truss bridge in Michigan.

Lahring Road Bridge
HSR

Lahring Road Over US-23 in Rural: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin and Hanger Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 238 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1957 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is among the oldest and most historically intact bridges on US-23

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Lake Avenue Bridge
HSR

Lake Avenue Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Ashtabula: Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This low pony truss has an extremely massive top chord and endpost.

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Lake Champlain Bridge
Crown Point Bridge
HSR

Bridge Road (VT-125, VT-17, and NY-903) Over Lake Champlain in Crown Point and Chimney Point: Essex County, New York and Addison County, Vermont, United States

Metal Continuous (Arched) 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,184 ft. Main Span: 434 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Fay, Spofford, and Thorndike of Boston, Massachusetts

A nationally significant and early example of a rare arch-shaped cantilever truss, this bridge was located in an area rich with history.

Lake Leelanau Narrows Bridge
HSR

Philip Street (M-204) Over Lake Leelanau Narrows in Lake Leelanau: Leelanau County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Hillding Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

Associated with the development of Michigan tourism and funded by Depression programs, this is one of the only historic bridges in the county.

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Lake-Woodbine Bridge
HSR

Lake Road Over Ravine in Lake Forest: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This beautiful historic concrete arch bridge will be demolished and replaced with an ugly, modern bridge.

Lake Street Des Plaines River Bridge
HSR

Lake Street (Old US-20) Over Des Plaines River in Maywood: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 225 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: Unknown

Although missing original railings, this is a rare example of a concrete arch bridge in Cook County.

Lake Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Lake Street in Whitehall: Muskegon County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 89 ft. Main Span: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

An example of a wood and steel combination bridge.

Old Lake Shore Drive Bridge
Old M-26 Bridge
HSR

Lake Shore Drive (Old M-26) Over Eagle River in Eagle River: Keweenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 139 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This bypassed and preserved bridge is one of only a few highway deck truss bridges in Michigan.

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Lakeshore Drive Bridge
HSR

Lakeshore Drive Over Carrigan Drain in Near Port Huron: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 23 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This bridge was widened in 1947 and is a great example of why details matter with bridges.

Lake Ontelaunee Bridge
West Shore Drive Bridge
HSR

West Shore Drive (PA-1003) Over Lake Ontelaunee in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 403 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This beautiful bridge was allowed to deteriorate and then closed to traffic.

Lake Shore Drive Bridge
HSR

Lake Shore Drive Bridge Over South Branch Little Black River in Wakefield: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 40 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge appears to be a very old example of a concrete girder bridge.

Lake Superior and Ishpeming Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Lake Superior and Ishpeming) Over Railroad (Duluth Southshore and Atlantic) in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder,

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This bridge carries a railroad over a railroad.

Lake Superior and Ishpeming Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Lake Superior and Ishpeming) Over US-41 in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This bridge is a late example of a plate girder overpass in Michigan.

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La Salle Drive Overpass
HSR

Lake Shore Drive (US-41) Over La Salle Drive (IL-64) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This attractive bridge was an early limited access highway structure, and being in a park setting, aesthetics were a concern.

Lakeshore Road Bridge
Welland Canal Bridge #1
HSR

Lakeshore Road and Railroad (Abandoned) Over Welland Canal in Rural: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A good example of a through plate girder bascule bridge.

Lamberton Street Bridge
HSR

Lamberton Street Over Lamberton Creek in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an odd little pedestrian foot bridge at the end of a vehicular roadway.

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Lambert Bridge
HSR

Lambert Bridge Road Over Dry Creek in Rural: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This nice looking bridge is feasible to rehabilitate, but instead will be demolished and replaced!

Lancaster Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (SEPTA Paoli-Thorndale Line) Over Lancaster Avenue (US-30) in Malvern: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This railroad overpass has a very strange shape since it deals with a heavy skew in an unusual manner.

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Landenberg Road Bridge
HSR

Landenberg Road Over East Branch White Clay Creek in Landenberg: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Schuylkill Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Built by a local bridge builder, this historic bridge was replaced, but the trusses were placed on top of the replacement bridge as decoration.

Landers Corners Bridge
HSR

Landers Corners Road Bridge Over Otselic River in Rural: Cortland County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 159 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This impressive structure had a modern loadbearing arch added.

Landis Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 207520
HSR

Landis Road Over Wapsipinicon River in Rural: Jones County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 245 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1909 By: Clinton Bridge and Iron Works of Clinton, Iowa

A well-preserved multi-span example of a regional Iowa bridge builder.

Langstaff Bridge
HSR

Langstaff Road (Old Alignment) Over East Humber River in Vaughan: York Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown and Frank Barber of Toronto, Ontario

This bridge once served, a highway, which more recently was turned into a trail, and even more recently was washed away near this bridge.

Lansing Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Grand River in Lansing: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This plate girder has long spans and large girders.

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Lansing Road Bridge
HSR

Lansing Road Over Looking Glass River in Rural: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: J. B. Jewell and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a small example of an attractive steel stringer bridge built in the late 20s and early 30s in Michigan.

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Lapeer Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Lapeer Road (M-24) Over Railroad (Abandoned Penn Central) in Lapeer: Lapeer County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 133 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1948 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is one of the few remaining bridges of any level of historic value left in the county.

Lapham Road Bridge
HSR

Lapham Road Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in New Canaan: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Non-Historic, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown

This Merritt Parkway bridge is not historic and it replaced a previous historic Merritt Parkway bridge.

LaPorte Street Bridge
HSR

LaPorte Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Yellow River in Plymouth: Marshall County, Indiana, United States

Metal Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 177 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 5.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Rochester Bridge Company of Rochester, Indiana, W. B. Bassett, Agent

This foot bridge is so extremely unusual that its design may look like a truss bridge, but it functions as a suspension bridge.

La Salle Avenue Bridge
St. Joseph County Bridge 210
HSR

La Salle Avenue Over St. Joseph River in South Bend: St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 279 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 50.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1907 By: Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

One of the oldest of the South Bend arch bridges, this is a noteworthy example of Melan arch reinforcing.

Larabee Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Allegheny River in Rural (Larabee): McKean County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Span: 152 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works)

This is an attractive railroad through truss bridge with traditional composition.

Larimer Bridge
HSR

Water Street (PA-993) Over Brush Creek in Larimer: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 147 ft. Main Span: 146 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This bridge with its heavy skew has been painted an eye-catching yellow.

Lattins Farm Drive Bridge
Bridge E-201
HSR

Lattins Farm Drive Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 219 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This bridge stands out among the vast collection of Erie Canal historic bridges as unlike most of the other bridges.

Laughery Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Laughery Creek Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Laughery Creek Branch in Rural: Dearborn County, Indiana, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown

This small pony truss has been bypassed and abandoned and is noted for decorative finials on its railings.

Laurel Bridge
HSR

KY-490 (South Upper River Road) Over Rockcastle River in Rural: Laurel County, Kentucky, and Rockcastle County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 207 ft. Main Span: 202 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Brookville Bridge Company of Brookville, Ohio

An attractive truss bridge that deserves to be rehabilitated.

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Laurier Line Bridge
HSR

Laurier Line Over 18 Mile Creek in Rural: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is a locally rare example of a concrete girder bridge, and the bridge also retains original railings.

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Lawrence Avenue Overpass
HSR

Lake Shore Drive (US-41) Over Lawrence Avenue in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 124 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of two similar bridges on this section of Lake Shore Drive, and both appear to have been altered.

Lawton Park Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Spy Run Creek in Fort Wayne: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a 20th Century pedestrian footbridge that follows a bowstring design.

Leechburg Bridge
HSR

Third Street (PA-4093) Over Kiskiminetas River in Leechburg: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 669 ft. Main Span: 340 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

The pleasingly complex geometry of this bridge forms a gateway into Leechburg.

Leechburg Bridge North
HSR

Mill Bridge Road Over Kiskiminetas River in Leechburg: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 704 ft. Main Span: 149 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1938 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This skewed bridge offers striking views from beside the bridge.

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Lee Creek Bridge
CR-11 Bridge
HSR

Robin Hood Road (CR-11) Over Lee Creek in Lee Creek (Rural): Wood County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 209 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1884 By: Unknown

This beautiful two-span structure is fun to visit during a sunset, which sets behind the nearby Ohio River.

Leeds Bridge
Mohican Trail Bridge
HSR

Mohican Trail (CR-23B) Over Catskill Creek in Leeds: Greene County, New York, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 239 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 30.2 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1825 By: Unknown

This ancient stone arch appears to have been reconstructed with a load-bearing concrete arch structure.

Leesburg Station Road Bridge
HSR

Leesburg Station Road (PA-2002) Over Neshannock Creek in Rural: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

An extremely narrow and uncommon massive-member Warren pony truss.

Leesport Bridge
Wall Street Bridge
HSR

Wall Street (PA-1003) Over Schuylkill River in Leesport: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 213 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1915 By: Whitaker and Diehl of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

An attractive, traditional example of a concrete arch bridge, with uncommon pole railings.

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Leger Road Bridge
SR 4019 Bridge
HSR

Leger Road (PA-4019) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Ardara: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Pennsylvania Railroad

PennDOT chose to demolish this unique truss bridge along with its ornate cast iron railing posts.

Leger Road Brush Creek Bridge
HSR

Leger Road (PA-4019) Over Brush Creek in Rural: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: H. Geary and C. F. Murray

This is an early surviving example of a concrete arch bridge in Pennsylvania.

LeGore Bridge
HSR

LeGore Bridge Road Over Monocacy River in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 248 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1903 By: James William LeGore

This large stone bridge is the only one of its kind in the county.

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Lehman Bridge
5th Avenue Bridge
HSR

5th Avenue Over Silver Creek in Maywood: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Jaicks Brothers of River Forest, Illinois and H. C. Taylor

This was a small concrete slab that for its size was richly decorated in railings and plaques.

Leith Street Bridge
HSR

Leith Street Over Flint River in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 169 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This arch bridge has been severely altered.

Lenape Bridge
HSR

Lanape Road (PA-52) Over Brandywine Creek Floodplain in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 308 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1912 By: Corcoran Construction Company of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This is one of the longest stone arch bridges in a county with a large number of stone arch bridges.

Leonard Street Bridge
HSR

Leonard Street (Abandoned Extension) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Near Clearfield: Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Howe Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Unknown

This rare form of railroad bridge has been abandoned and forgotten.

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Lewis Road Bridge
HSR

Lewis Road Over Little Salt Creek in Rural: Midland County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

Despite the fact that few Michigan truss bridges are in such good condition, this bridge was replaced.

Lewis Street Bridge
HSR

Lewis Street Over Grand River in Jackson: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This bridge displays a less common form of railing that most stringers from this period in Michigan.

Lewiston Queenston Bridge
HSR

KH-405 and I-190 Over Niagara River, Robert Moses Parkway, and Niagara Parkway in Queenston and Lewiston: Niagara Region, Ontario and Niagara County, New York, Canada and United States

Metal Hingeless Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,600 ft. Main Span: 1,000 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1962 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Waddell and Hardesty of New York, New York

This very large bridge is similar to the Rainbow Bridge also on this river, but there are also noteworthy differences.

Lexington Avenue Bridge
Elkhart County Bridge 367
HSR

Lexington Avenue Over St. Joseph River in Elkhart: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 268 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: M. E. White Company of Chicago, Illinois and William S. Moore

A three span arch bridge in Elkhart that has been maintained well.

Lexington Parkway Bridge
HSR

Lexington Parkway Over Railroad (Abandoned Streetcar) in St. Paul: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 36.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: William S. Hewett and Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota

One of two extremely rare examples of a Melan arch in Como park, this example has a stone facing.

Lexington Parkway Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Lexington Parkway in St. Paul: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Unknown

This is an early, unaltered, and nicely decorated concrete arch overpass.

Liberty Bridge
HSR

Crosstown Boulevard (Liberty Avenue) Over Monongahela River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,663 ft. Main Span: 450 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1928 By: Independent Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A massive cantilevered deck truss span is one of the core downtown historic bridges.

Liberty Mt. Vernon Road Bridge
HSR

Liberty Mt. Vernon Road (CR-15) Over Big Walnut Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This concrete arch bridge has some unusual railings that appear to at least be partly altered.

Life Guard Road Bridge
HSR

Life Guard Road Over Sadony Bayou in Rural: Muskegon County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small stringer bridge features an odd railing design that appears to be unique to Muskegon County.

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Bridge Street Bridge
Noble County Bridge 2
HSR

Bridge Street Over Elkhart River in Ligonier: Noble County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

A good example of 1920s standard plan pony truss bridge construction in Indiana.

Lillooet Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Fraser River in Lillooet: Squamish-Lillooet District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Continuous (Straight Chords) 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 820 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1931 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This railway truss bridge is located in a very scenic location.

Limekiln Pike Bridge
HSR

Limekiln Pike (PA-152) Over Neshaminy Creek in Rural: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1838 By: Unknown

This ancient stone arch bridge carries traffic its builders could not have possibly imagined in their wildest dreams.

Lincoln Avenue Bridge
Elkhart County Bridge 408
HSR

Lincoln Avenue Over Elkhart River in Goshen: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 237 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 43.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: Rieth-Riley Construction Company of Goshen, Indiana and William S. Moore

A beautifully designed arch bridge that retains excellent historic integrity.

Lincoln Avenue Bridge
HSR

Lincoln Avenue Over Washington Boulevard (PA-8) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1906 By: Unknown and Pittsburgh Department of Public Works

This is an early surviving high level bridge in Pittsburgh and is a rare large-scale stone arch highway bridge.

Lincoln Memorial Bridge
George Rogers Clark Bridge
HSR

Vigo Street (IN-441, US-50 Business) Over Wabash River in Vincennes: Lawrence County, Illinois and Knox County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,020 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1931 By: Ferguson Construction of Rockford, Illinois and Bennett, Parsons, and Frost of Chicago, Illinois

This arch bridge is truly a work of art, and it contributes to the memorials and parks that surround it.

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Lincoln Park Passerelle
Lincoln Park Pedestrian Overpass
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Lake Shore Drive (US-41) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 268 ft. Main Span: 187 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown and Ralph Burke

This important WPA built bridge is not only attractive, it is an unusual design of bridge.

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Lincoln Road Bridge
Riverdale Bridge
HSR

Lincoln Road Over Pine River in Rural: Gratiot County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 90 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Walter Willets and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is one of the worst spalling concrete bridges ever seen, yet still has no posted weight limit.

Lincoln Road Bridge
HSR

Lincoln Road Over Drain Number 73 in Rural: Gratiot County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

Although small, this example of a steel stringer with concrete balustrade railings is in remarkably good condition.

Lincoln Street Bridge
H. Edward Deuel Bridge
HSR

Lincoln Street Over Chippewa River in Mt. Pleasant: Isabella County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is a very old concrete arch with a significant span length and is unusual for having a grade.

Lincoln Way Bridge
HSR

Lincoln Way Over Sunset Boulevard in San Francisco: San Francisco County, California, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 59 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1932 By: F. C. Amoroso and Sons of San Francisco, California

This bridge is an attractive and unaltered example of a 1930s highway over highway grade separation.

Linden Avenue Bridge
HSR

Linden Avenue Over North Shore Channel in Wilmette: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 144 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1908 By: Unknown and Sanitary District of Chicago

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Linden Road Bridge
HSR

Linden Road Over Conestoga River in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1914 By: Swanger-Fackler Construction Company and Frank H. Shaw of Lancaster, Pennstlvania

An uncommon example of a multi-span concrete through grider, with good integrity as well.

Linfield Bridge
HSR

Linfield Road (Main Street, PA-1035) Over Schuylkill River in Linfield: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania and Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 371 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This bridge stands out both as a multi-span pony truss and as a state standard polygonal Warren pony truss.

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Links Bridge
HSR

Hookstown Grade Road Over Raccoon Creek in Rural: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 138 ft. Main Span: 134 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This attractive, traditional riveted through truss is about to be demolished!

Linton Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Linton Hill Road Over Little Juniata Creek in Rural: Perry County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 29 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

With a red brick arch ring and stone spandrel walls, this bridge has an attractive contrast of color.

Linwood Road Bridge
HSR

Linwood Road (TR-236A) Over North Branch Portage River in Rural: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

This pin connected Pratt pony truss features some extremely unusual design features.

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Lion Bridge
7th Street Bridge
HSR

7th Street Over Toulumne River in Modesto: Stanislaus County, California, United States

Concrete Cantilever Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,170 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 14

Built 1916 By: C. E. Cotton and Leonard & Day of San Francisco, California

One of the largest ever built, this is also one of the last examples of a very unusual "canticrete" type concrete arch bridge.

Lisbon Falls Canal Bridge
HSR

Worumbo Dam Access Road Over Lisbon Falls Canal in Lisbon Falls: Androscoggin County, Maine, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a deteriorated concrete arch bridge with a very slim profile.

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Little Church Road Bridge
Turkey River Bridge / Iowa Bridge Number 346440
HSR

Little Church Road Over Turkey River in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 12 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 177 ft. Main Span: 159 ft. Roadway: 16.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1873 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

One of the longest bowstring spans in the country, the demolition of this largely unaltered cast and wrought iron bridge is a loss on an unprecedented scale.

Little Falls Road Bridge
HSR

Little Falls Road Over East Branch Severn River in Washago: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small concrete arch bridge on old highway alignment, now in use by pedestrians.

Little Elk Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Little Elk Creek Road (TR-308) Over Little Elk Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of several bridges in Chester County that combine traditional stone technology with period reinforced concrete and steel stringer technology.

Little Lakes Road Bridge
HSR

Little Lakes Road (CR-456) Over Chocolay River in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 31 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

One of several small steel stringer bridges in this county that have a solid concrete railing with inset panels.

Little Scioto River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Little Scioto River in Sciotoville: Scioto County, Ohio, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive truss bridge is dwarfed by the historic Ohio River Bridge it it located next to.

Little Nishisakawick Creek Bridge
HSR

River Road Over Little Nishisakawick Creek in Frenchtown: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Although small, this is an attractive and complete stone arch bridge structure.

Little River Plate Girder Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Maine Central) Over Little River in Lisbon Falls: Androscoggin County, Maine and Sagadahoc County, Maine, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small, traditional plate girder bridge.

Little River Truss Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Maine Central) Over Little River in Lisbon Falls: Androscoggin County, Maine and Sagadahoc County, Maine, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This interesting bridge is a rare variety of railroad truss bridge.

Little Yellow Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Private Driveway Over Little Yellow Creek in Rural: Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has tiny members and chords, unusual design, and may be quite old.

Littlefield Corner Interurban Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Portland-Lewiston Interurban) Over Little Androscoggin River in Littlefield Corner: Androscoggin County, Maine, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This long-abandoned arch bridge is one of three historic bridges at this location.

Littlefield Corner Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Little Androscoggin River in Littlefield Corner: Androscoggin County, Maine, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed railroad truss bridge and one of three historic bridges side by side here.

Littles Corners Bridge
HSR

PA-198 (Reservoir Road) Over Cussewago Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1955 By: Unknown

A complete example of a standard plan stringer in Pennsylvania.

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Livingston Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Rockcastle River in Livingston: Rockcastle County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This was an uncommon railroad camelback truss that was demolished and replaced.

LLL Road Bridge
HSR

LLL Road (Old M-95) Over Michigamme River in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1934 By: A. H. Proksch of Iron River, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is a very early example of a bridge using the distinctive Type R4 railing of Michigan.

Lloyd Avenue Bridge
HSR

Lloyd Avenue (TR-340) Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 69 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1919 By: P. J. McCormick and Son of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This traditional stone arch bridge had a modern slab span added to it.

Locust Ridge Road Bridge
CR-66 Bridge
HSR

Locust Ridge Road (CR-66) Over Thirteen Mile Creek in Rural: Mason County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Despite numerous alterations, this bridge remains a scenic bridge that is well worth the visit.

Logan Street Bridge
William S. Moore PE Memorial Bridge, St. Joseph County Bridge 205
HSR

Logan Street Over St. Joseph River in Mishawaka: St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 494 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1913 By: C. L. Copp and W. S. Moore

This bridge is noted for its skewed design, unusual among concrete arch bridges.

London South Branch Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over South Branch Thames River in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Railing Height Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Unknown

This bridge is mostly a deck truss - but part of the trusses stick up above the deck making it a bit like a pony also.

London Thames River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Thames River in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

Setting new standards for massive, this bridge has gargantuan members and connections.

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Longman Road Bridge
TR-255 Bridge
HSR

Longman Road (TR-255) Over Sugar Creek in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal Howe Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1875 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This is an extremely rare example of a special iron Howe truss bridge, likely built by the Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio.

Long Meadow Bridge
Old Cedar Avenue Bridge
HSR

Old Cedar Avenue Over Long Meadow Lake in Bloomington: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 865 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1920 By: Illinois Steel Bridge Company of Jacksonville, Illinois

This impressive multi-span truss bridge was rehabilitated for pedestrian use in 2016.

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Long Judson Road Bridge
HSR

Long Judson Road (TR-79A) Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Elkhart Bridge and Iron Company of Elkhart, Indiana and R. M. Strohl

This is a very tall and impressive pony truss span.

Long Lake Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Long Lake Road in Bloomfield Hills: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: A. Guthrie and Company of St. Paul, Minnesota

One of a group of similar railroad over highway bridges in the county associated with a significant project.

Long Lane Road Bridge
HSR

Long Lane Road Over Cohocton River in Rural: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This extremely rare truss bridge has been abandoned.

Long Ridge Road Bridge
HSR

Merritt Parkway (CT-15) Over Long Ridge Road (CT-104) in Stamford: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 58 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Paul Bacco Construction Company of Stamford, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges located on one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Longstreet Tower
HSR

Pedestrian Stairway Over Gettysburg Battlefield (Gettysburg National Military Park) in Rural: Adams County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Non-Bridge Structure, Fixed

Built 1896 By: Variety Iron Works of Cleveland, Ohio and Colonel Emmor B. Cope

This observation tower was built by a company that built a number of metal truss bridges and the tower itself has many truss bridge-like details.

Loomis Street Bridge
HSR

Loomis Street Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Non-Historic, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion)

Length: 457 ft. Main Span: 213 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1974 By: Paschen Contractors of Chicago, Illinois and American Bridge Company of New York, New York and City of Chicago

This non-historic bridge is listed only for comparitive purposes and for continuity of those using this website for a river tour.

Lorain-Carnegie Bridge
Hope Memorial Bridge
HSR

Lorain Avenue and Carnegie Avenue (OH-10) Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Cantilever 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,285 ft. Main Span: 299 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 15

Built 1932 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and Wilbur J. Watson and Associates of Cleveland, Ohio

This stunning bridge is a beautiful union of aesthetic superstructure and artistic embellishments.

Lorain Avenue Overpass
HSR

Lorain Avenue Over Columbus Road in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 72 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This bridge features attractive arched beams and decorative railings and piers.

Lord Selkirk Bridge
McNaughton Avenue Bridge
HSR

McNaughton Avenue (KH-40) Over Sydenham River in Wallaceburg: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 360 ft. Main Span: 152 ft. Roadway: 27.9 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This is Wallaceburg's most historic and notable highway bridge.

Loren Road Bridge
The Trestle Bridge
HSR

CR-242 (TR-127) Over Whetstone Creek in Rural (Near Mt. Gilead): Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

An abandoned through truss with unusual portal bracing design and concrete approach railings.

Loring Park Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Loring Pond in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an attractive and unusual truss that has an overall arched shape.

Lorne Bridge
HSR

Colborne Street Over Grand River in Brantford: Brant County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1924 By: Port Arthur Construction Company and Frank P. Adams

This is a relatively large concrete arch bridge.

Lovers Leap Bridge
Falls Bridge
HSR

Pumpkin Hill Road / Grove Street (Old Alignment) Over Housatonic River in Rural: Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 173 ft. Main Span: 173 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This large lenticular truss bridge span is located in a stunningly beautiful setting.

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Lowell Bridges
Main Street Bridges
HSR

Main Street (M-21) Over Flat River in Lowell: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1941 By: L. W. Lamb Company of Jackson, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

Two bridges cross the river using a small island and are designed to make it look like there is not a bridge here.

Lowell Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Mid-Michigan) Over Grand River in Lowell: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1904 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

The beauty of the Grand River is complimented by this magnificent railroad bridge.

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Lowell Road Bridge
HSR

Lowell Road Over Looking Glass River in Rural: Clinton County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 91 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Unknown

An odd, yet stunning, through truss that will no longer beautify Clinton County.

Lower Falls Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Genesee River in Rural: Livingston County, New York and Wyoming County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Civilian Conservation Corps

This is perhaps the most visually prominent of several bridges in this park that features a stone facing.

Lower Falls Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Minnehaha Creek in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Arch, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

One of several stone faced concrete bridges in this park, this one has an unusual solid two ribbed design.

Lower Road Bridge
HSR

Lower Road (Old WI-10) Over Vaughn Creek in Rural: Iron County, Wisconsin, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A great example of small-scale Wisconsin standard plan bridge construction.

Lower Glen Bridge #2
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Minnehaha Creek in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of several pedestrian bridges in Minnehaha Park that are stone faced concrete arch bridges.

Lower Glen Bridge #3
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Minnehaha Creek in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

Like several bridges in Minnehaha Park, this concrete bridge has been enhanced with a decorative stone facing.

Lundy Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 348430
HSR

CR-A38 (Lundy Bridge Drive) Over Upper Iowa River in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 196 ft. Main Span: 114 ft. Roadway: 17.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This through truss bridge also includes a Warren pony approach span.

Luthers Mills Bridge
Kendall Hill Road Bridge, County Bridge Number 6
HSR

Kendall Hill Road (TR-552) Over Sugar Creek in Luthers Mills: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This deserving historic bridge does not receive the attention that a nearby wooden covered bridge does.

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Lynch Bridge
Blue Jay Road Bridge
HSR

Blue Jay Road (PA-1003) Over Tionesta Creek in Lynch (Rural): Forest County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 205 ft. Main Span: 202 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Eyre Construction Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This unusual bridge was also the last pin-connected highway truss in Forest County when PennDOT demolished it.

Lyndhurst Bridge
HSR

Lyndhurst Road (CR-33, Charles Street) Over Gananoque River in Lyndhurst: Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1857 By: Miles Fulford and Simon Ransom and John Donald Roddick

This rare stone arch bridge is reportedly the oldest bridge in Ontario!

M-11 Bridge
HSR

M-11 Over Grand River in Grandville: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 550 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1930 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This heavilly altered bridge is still worth noting as a very large example of its kind.

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M-21 Grand River Bridge
HSR

M-21 (Fulton Street) Over Grand River in Ada: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin and Hanger Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 480 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 58 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1957 By: Brown Brothers of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

Although modified, this large bridge is still signficant for its length as well as deck width.

M-21 Prairie Creek Bridge
HSR

M-21 (Bluewater Highway) Over Prairie Creek in Ionia: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Hertel and Vander Veen and Michigan State Highway Department

A small example of a MSHD standard stringer bridge.

M-21 Maple River Bridge
HSR

M-21 (Bluewater Highway) Over Maple River in Rural: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 220 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1930 By: John R. Edelman Company and Michigan State Highway Department

The longest and best example among three similar bridges on this section of highway.

M-21 Stoney Creek Bridge
HSR

M-21 (Bluewater Highway) Over Stoney Creek in Rural: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: L. W. Lamb Company of Jackson, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

M-21 Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned GT/CN) Over M-21 (Bluewater Highway) Over M-21 (Bluewater Highway) in Rural: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

An interesting railroad overpass is part of an abandoned railroad line.

M-222 Overpass
HSR

M-222 (116th Avenue) Over US-131 in Rural: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Pre-Stressed Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 188 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 40.4 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1959 By: Carl Goodwin and Sons of Allegan, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A representative example of an early pre-stressed concrete overpass in Michigan.

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M-25 Sebewaing Bridge
Unionville Road Bridge
HSR

M-25 Over Sebewaing River in Sebewaing: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 141 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1949 By: Fitch-Eva Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This was a well preserved example of mid-20th century stringer technology.

M-26 Cedar Creek Bridge
HSR

M-26 Over Cedar Creek in Rural: Keweenaw County, Michigan, United States

Corrugated Multi-Plate Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Keweenaw County Road Commission

One of two attractive culverts with stone facing on this highway.

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M-26 Silver River Culvert
Silver River Falls Bridge
HSR

M-26 Over Silver River in Rural: Keweenaw County, Michigan, United States

Corrugated Multi-Plate Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Keweenaw County Road Commission

One of two attractive culverts with stone facing on this highway.

M-26 West Branch Firesteel River Bridge
HSR

M-26 Over West Branch Firesteel River in Rural: Ontonagon County, Michigan, United States

Metal Cantilever Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1952 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

One of several examples of a Michigan cantilevered haunched deck plate girder in this area.

M-28 Bridge
HSR

M-28 Over East Branch Tahquemenon River in Rural: Chippewa County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Walter Toebe Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This prototype bridge is significant as one of the first examples of a short-lived but prolific state standard plan.

M-28 Soo Line Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over M-28 in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 106 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: A. H. Proksch of Iron River, Michigan

This is a heavilly skewed plate girder overpass with attractive abutments.

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Hillman Bridge
M-32 Spur Bridge
HSR

M-32 Spur (State Street) Over Thunder Bay River in Hillman: Montmorency County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 75 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1922 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

Although nationally significant as the last of its kind, MDOT demolished this beautiful bridge.

M-35 Bark River Bridge
HSR

M-35 Over Bark River in Rural: Delta County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: C. G. Bridges and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is noted as a fairly long span example of its type, and for its non-standard, elaborate abutments.

M-35 Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over M-35 in Gladstone: Delta County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Gosner and Company

This plate girder overpass is skewed and has three girder lines.

M-38 Bridge
HSR

M-38 Over West Branch Firesteel River in Rural: Ontonagon County, Michigan, United States

Metal Cantilever Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 31 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: Jackson Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

An example of a Michigan standard riveted haunched deck plate girder with cantilevers and a suspended span.

M-156 Bridge
Murray D. Van Wagoner Memorial Bridge
HSR

M-156 (Taft Memorial Highway) Over Silver Creek in Morenci: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 33 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: W. H. Knapp Company of Monroe, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This short stringer bridge is historically significant for its association with tourism development.

M-40 Paw Paw River Bridge
HSR

M-40 (Kalamazoo Street) Over Paw Paw River in Paw Paw: Van Buren County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 68.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1960 By: L. W. Lamb Company of Jackson, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A fairly early example of its type in Michigan, and designed to fit in with its urban setting.

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M-46 Bridge
HSR

M-46 (Sanilac Road) Over South Branch Cass River in Rural: Sanilac County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

Although modern railings were mounted in front of the originals, this was still a decent looking bridge.

M-48 Bridge
HSR

M-48 (22 Mile Road) Over I-75 in Rural: Chippewa County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 673 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 12

Built 1963 By: Gilliland Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This is an extremely unusual expressway overpass that features beam approach spans supported by v-laced and riveted steel bents!

M-50 Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over M-50 in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown

One of three concrete encased deck plate girder overpasses on this stretch of railroad in Monroe and Lenawee Counties.

M-53 Imlay City Railroad Bridge
Van Dyke Road Imlay City Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over M-53 (Van Dyke Road) in Imlay City: Lapeer County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Walbridge and Aldinger Company of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A well decorated deck plate girder railroad overpass with concrete approach spans.

M-64 Bridge
HSR

M-64 Over West Branch Big Presque Isle River in Rural: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 60 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This beautiful example of a concrete camelback bridge is located in a scenic rural area.

M-65 Bridge
Five Channels Bridge
HSR

M-65 (Old Alignment) Over Ausable River in Rural: Iosco County, Michigan, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 320 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Walter Toebe Company and Michigan State Highway Department

An extremely rare example of a multi-span pony truss, this structure was restored and then bypassed.

M-66 Bridge
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M-66 (30th Avenue) Over Doc and Tom Creek in Rural: Osceola County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 33 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A small t-beam bridge is an early example of a bridge with the unique Michigan Type R4 railing.

M-66 Middle Branch Rover Bridge
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M-66 (Mill Street / 30th Avenue) Over Middle Branch River in Marion: Osceola County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: George W. Drew and Michigan State Highway Department

This small stringer bridge was funded by Depression-era federal aid.

M-66 Whetstone Creek Bridge
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M-66 (30th Avenue) Over Whetstone Creek in Rural: Osceola County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Erickson Trucking Service Company and Michigan State Highway Department

A relatively early pre-stressed concrete bridge in Michigan.

M-68 Rainy River Bridge
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M-68 Over Rainy River in Rural: Presque Isle County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1954 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A classic example of a Michigan steel stringer with steel bents for support.

M-69 Paint River Bridge
Superior Avenue Bridge
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M-69 (Superior Avenue) Over Paint River in Rural: Iron County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 262 ft. Main Span: 131 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: Smith-Holmes-Burridge-Sparks of Houghton, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is a good example of a compromise preservation solution.

M-72 Au Sable River Bridge
State Street Bridge
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M-72 (I-75 BL) Over Au Sable River in Grayling: Crawford County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: F. C. Atletwed and Michigan State Highway Department

This small bridge is the only example of a steel rigid frame bridge in Michigan.

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M-90 Bridge
Peck Road Bridge
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M-90 (Peck Road) Over Black River in Croswell: Sanilac County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 199 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1947 By: F. C. Atletwed and Michigan State Highway Department

One of the last remaining historic bridges of any kind in Sanilac County.

M-94 Au Train River Bridge
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M-94 Over Au Train River in Rural: Alger County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Unknown

This is small arch bridge next to a dam and a railroad bridge.

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M-96 Bridge
Michigan Avenue Bridge
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M-96 (Michigan Avenue) Over Augusta Creek Canal in Augusta: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 29 ft. Main Span: 15 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1922 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This attractive bridge imitates a concrete camelback bridge.

M-123 Bridge
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M-123 Over Tahquamenon River in Rural: Chippewa County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 280 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1952 By: Proksch Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

An uncommon and relatively long variation of a state highway department steel stringer bridge.

Macdonell Street Bridge
Allan's Bridge
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Macdonell Street (Abandoned Alignment) Over Speed River in Guelph: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

An early example of a bridge with a common ornamental Ontario railing design, this bridge is uniquely positioned directly under a railway bridge.

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Macdonell Street Railway Bridge
Allan's Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Speed River and Elizabeth Street in Guelph: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 7

Built 1948 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This very unusual railway bridge was built to allow Macdonell Street to run directly under it.

MacIntire's Bridge
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Township Road Over West Branch Big Elk Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 15 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This small concrete slab bridge has a bronze plaque and paneled railings.

Maclay's Mill East Bridge
HSR

Maclays Mill Road (PA-4018) Over Conodoguinet Creek Mill Race in Rural: Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1827 By: Silas Harry of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

This is the smaller of two nearby stone arch bridges that are significant as extremely old and unaltered examples of their type.

Maclay's Mill West Bridge
HSR

Maclays Mill Road (PA-4018) Over Conodoguinet Creek in Rural: Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1827 By: Silas Harry of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

This is one of two nearby stone arch bridges that are significant as extremely old and unaltered examples of their type.

Macombs Dam Bridge
Central Bridge
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Jerome Avenue and 155th Street Over Harlem River in New York: The Bronx, New York and Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 2,540 ft. Main Span: 415 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Passaic Rolling Mill Company of Paterson, New Jersey and Alfred P. Boller of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

One of the most beautiful bridges in New York City, this swing bridge has been preserved.

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Macomb Street Bridge
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Macomb Street Over River Raisin in Monroe: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 230 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1952 By: Unknown

An uncommon example of a curved t-beam bridge which crosses a waterway.

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Madison Bridge
Keim Street Bridge
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Keim Street Over Schuylkill River in Pottstown: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania and Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 749 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This rare multi-span pony truss bridge is the longest of its type in all of Pennsylvania.

Madison Street Bridge
Lyric Opera Bridge
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Madison Street Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Railing Height Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 283 ft. Main Span: 221 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

The first bascule bridge in Chicago to raise the deck trusses above the deck slightly to act as guardrails.

Madison Avenue Bridge
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Madison Avenue Over Harlem River in New York: The Bronx, New York and Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 1,892 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 54 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This beautiful swing bridge has been maintained and remains in good condition today.

Madison Avenue Bridge
HSR

Madison Avenue Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Bridgeport: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 30.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Mariani Construction Company of New Haven, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Mahaffey Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (RJ Corman Railroad) Over Chest Creek and Sheffield Street in Mahaffey: Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works)

This old and noteworthy railroad bridge includes both a pony truss and a deck truss span.

Mahoning Street Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Baltimore and Pittsburgh - Norfolk Southern) Over Mahoning Street (PA-36) in Punxsutawney: Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of several truss bridges on this section of railroad line.

Mahoningtown Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Mahoning River in Mahoningtown: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

A rare example of a railroad pony truss, this is a two-span example.

Maiden Lane Bridge
HSR

Maiden Lane (Old, Abandoned Alignment) Over Hickory Creek in St. Joseph Township: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This long-abandoned truss bridge is a rarity in Berrien County.

Main Avenue Bridge
Cleveland Memorial Shoreway Bridge, Harold H. Burton Memorial Bridge
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Main Avenue (Cleveland Memorial Shoreway) Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 8,000 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 82 ft. Main Spans: 10

Built 1939 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Wilbur J. Watson and Associates of Cleveland, Ohio and Fred L. Plummer

This complex bridge with its variety of span types is the longest historic highway bridge structure in Ohio.

Main Canal Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Main Canal in Lewiston: Androscoggin County, Maine, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of several bridges on this canal, this pedestrian bridge retains good historic integrity.

Main Drive Bridge
Tunnel Under Main Drive
HSR

Main Drive (Middle Drive, Nanci Pelosi Drive) Over Pedestrian Walkway in San Francisco: San Francisco County, California, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Unknown

This structure that carries a highway over a park walkway appears to be an extremely old concrete structure.

Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street (ME-136) Over Little Androscoggin River in Auburn: Androscoggin County, Maine, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: Unknown

This bridge is a representative example of a highway plate girder bridge in Maine.

Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street (MD-144) Over Little Tonoloway Creek in Hancock: Washington County, Maryland, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 37 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This concrete arch bridge has been widened twice since its construction.

Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street (NY-22) Over Ausable River in Keeseville: Clinton County, New York and Essex County, New York, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 91 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1842 By: Unknown

With two colors of stone, this is a very old arch bridge with a relatively long span length as well.

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Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street (Number 16 Road) Over Cedar Creek in Manton: Wexford County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny structure has unusual railings.

Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street (Old M-61) Over Middle Branch River in Marion: Osceola County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 87 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is a tiny concrete arch bridge.

Main Street Bridge
Talcottville Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Tankerhoosen River in Talcottville: Tolland County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 71 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

A small but significant lenticular pony truss sits at the end of Main Street which is cut in half by the nearby freeway.

Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Eagle River in Eagle River: Keweenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Joliet Bridge and Iron Company of Joliet, Illinois

This bridge is one of only two truss bridges in the county and is a long, unaltered, and early example of its type.

Main Street Sidewalk Bridge
HSR

Main Street Sidewalk Over Spring Brook in Lima: Livingston County, New York, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny bridge is an uncommon surviving example of a riveted small-scale pedestrian truss bridge.

Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Powwow River in Amesbury: Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

A rare and unusual example of a very small swing bridge, sadly this structure was rendered decorative in a severe alteration.

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Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Scioto River in Columbus: Franklin County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 638 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1937 By: General Asphalt Paving Company and John C. Prior

This Art Deco bridge was the most distinctive and unique historic bridge in downtown Columbus.

Main Street Memorial Bridge
Elkhart County Bridge 381
HSR

Main Street Over St. Joseph River in Elkhart: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 298 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 59.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: Unknown

One of several remaining arch bridges in Elkhart.

Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Kalamazoo River in Battle Creek: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1957 By: Canonie Construction Company of South Haven, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a late example of a t-beam bridge with good historic integrity.

Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Big Choconut Creek in Vestal: Broome County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 121 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge has the least number of sides possible to still be considered a Polygonal Warren truss configuration.

Main Street Bridge
Welland Canal Bridge #19
HSR

Main Street (RR-3) Over Welland Canal in Port Colborne: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of three movable heritage bridges in Port Colborne.

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Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street (NY-26 and NY-79) Over Tioughnioga River in Whitney Point: Broome County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 246 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: Unknown

An uncommon example of a multi-span pony truss in western New York.

Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Pine River in St. Louis: Gratiot County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1955 By: Unknown

This is a well-maintained example of a mid-20th Century steel stringer bridge.

Main Street Bridge
Bridge E-128
HSR

Main Street (NY-250) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Fairport: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 139 ft. Roadway: 36.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Lackawanna Bridge Company of Buffalo, New York and H.S. Kerbaugh Inc. of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

One of the most bizarre and noteworthy of all the historic Erie Canal bridges.

Main Street Culvert
HSR

Main Street (BL-94) Over Ox Creek in Benton Harbor: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Culvert, Fixed

Length: 29 ft. Main Span: 14 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1949 By: W. H. Harvie and J. H. Frisinger

One of two nearby early concrete cast-in-place culverts with good historic integrity and attractive railings.

Main Street Overpass
HSR

Abandoned Road Over Main Street (PA-288) in Wampum: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This overpass reperesents its type effectively due to good integrity.

Major Road Bridge
HSR

Major Road (Old Alignment) Over Little Turkey River in Rural: Fayette County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two rare examples of a pin-connected Warren truss in the county, bypassed and abandoned.

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Day Road Bridge
Majorsville Road Bridge
HSR

Majorsville Road (Day Road, PA-3001) Over Enlow Fork Wheeling Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

This beautiful historic bridge still stands in defiance of the industrial activity that has destroyed the surrounding natural landscape.

Malloryville Road Bridge
HSR

Malloryville Road Over Fall Creek in Rural: Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Good Roads Machinery Company of Marathon, New York

A small pony truss with an interesting builder.

Manchester Street Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Baraboo River in Baraboo: Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 13.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Milwaukee Bridge and Iron Works of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This attractive, relocated, and preserved bridge is extremely rare among Wisconsin bridges.

Manhattan Bridge
HSR

Flatbush Avenue and New York City Subway Over East River and Various Roads in New York: Brooklyn, New York and Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 6,855 ft. Main Span: 1,470 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1909 By: Ryan-Parker Construction Company of New York, New York and Gustav Lindenthal, Othniel Foster Nichols, and Leon Moisseiff

The companion bridge to Brooklyn Bridge, but in its own right one of the most beautiful and impressive bridges in the country.

Manistee River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Marquette Rail) Over Manistee River in Near Manistee: Manistee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 188 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This truss bridge has some unusual details and appears to be a fairly old example of a railroad truss bridge.

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Manistee River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Tuscola and Saginaw) Over Manistee River in Rural: Wexford County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Unknown

This is a large deck truss that is still in use by trains.

Manistee Swing Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Marquette Rail) Over Manistee River in Manistee: Manistee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Bobtail) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 312 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This functioning plate girder swing bridge is an unusual sight in Michigan.

Manthey Road Bridge
HSR

Manthey Road Over San Joaquin River in Mossdale: San Joaquin County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 539 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown

The pin-connected through truss approach span on this bridge outshines its main bascule span.

Maple Avenue Railroad Bridge
Seeley Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Seeley Creek in Near Elmira: Chemung County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

A multi-span example of an uncommon truss configuration.

Maple City Drive Pedestrian Bridge
HSR

Maple City Drive (NY-21 and NY-36) Over Canacadea Creek in Hornell: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two unusual riveted pedestrian overpass bridges in the city.

Maple Grove Road Bridge
HSR

Maple Grove Road Over Casselman River in Casselman (Rural): Garrett County, Maryland, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 57 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Concrete Steel Bridge Company of Clarksburg, West Virginia

A small concrete arch bridge with altered railings.

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Maple Rapids Road Bridge
HSR

Maple Rapids Road Over Maple River in Rural (Near Maple Rapids): Clinton County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 93 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Variety Iron Works of Cleveland, Ohio

This bridge has several unusual features, and is also in a severe danger of collapse, and has already dropped in one corner a bit.

Maple Road Bridge
Foster Bridge
HSR

Maple Road Over Huron River in Ann Arbor Township: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Slab,

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A beautifully restored truss bridge, retrofitted for 20 tons!

Maple Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 185160
HSR

130th Avenue (Maple Road) Over East Fork Des Moines River in Rural: Humboldt County, Iowa, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A good representative example of a rural Iowa standard plan truss bridge.

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Maple Avenue Bridge
HSR

Maple Avenue Over Thread Creek in Burton: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

One of several representative examples of small scale bridge construction in the late 1920s and early 1930s in the county.

Maple Avenue Bridge
HSR

Maple Avenue Over North Shore Channel in Wilmette: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 144 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1909 By: Unknown and Sanitary District of Chicago

One of two nearby through plate girders with beautiful railings.

Maple Street Bridge
HSR

Maple Street Over Manistee River in Manistee: Manistee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 286 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Brown Brothers of Lansing, Michigan and Hazelet and Erdal of Chicago, Illinois

A traditional but late example of a riveted deck plate girder bascule bridge.

Marion Center Road Bridge
Morton Bridge, Allen County Bridge 290
HSR

Marion Center Road Over St. Marys River in Rural: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 177 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Western Bridge Works of Fort Wayne, Indiana

A rare example of a restored, skewed Whipple truss built by a local bridge company.

Maria Street Bridge
Bridge Number 24
HSR

Maria Street Over Trent-Severn Waterway in Peterborough: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Central Bridge and Engineering Company of Peterborough, Ontario

One of two excellent surviving examples of a plate girder swing bridge in Peterborough.

Marion Avenue Bridge
HSR

Marion Avenue (NY-51) Over Dunderberg Creek in Gilbertsville: Otsego County, New York, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1855 By: Unknown

This is a very small stone arch bridge with a long history.

Dunlap's Creek Bridge
Market Street Bridge
HSR

Market Street (Historic National Road) Over Dunlaps Creek in Brownsville: Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1839 By: Richard Delafield, U.S. Army Corp of Engineers

The first cast iron bridge in the US, this was a part of the Cumberland Road aka National Road!

Market Street Bridge
HSR

Market Street Over Ohio River in Steubenville and East Steubenville: Jefferson County, Ohio and Brooke County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Through Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,794 ft. Main Span: 680 ft. Roadway: 20.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1905 By: Ohio Steel Erection Company and Edwin Kirtland Morse of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This mighty suspension bridge with tunnel-like through stiffening trusses was rehabilitated.

Market Street Bridge
HSR

Market Street (PA-1004) Over West Branch Susquehanna River in Clearfield: Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 322 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 34.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1938 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This suprisingly well-maintained attractive bridge forms a lovely centerpiece for Cleafield.

Marquette Park Eastern Golf Course Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over Marquette Park Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of four attractive concrete girder bridges in Marquette Park that carries a park path.

Marquette Park North Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over Marquette Park Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of four attractive concrete girder bridges in Marquette Park that carries a park path.

Marquette Park South Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over Marquette Park Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of four attractive concrete girder bridges in Marquette Park that carries a park path.

Marquette Park Northeastern Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over Marquette Park Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two unusual Marquette Park bridges with stone abutments and a wooden span.

Marquette Park Southeastern Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over Marquette Park Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two unusual Marquette Park bridges with stone abutments and a wooden span.

Marquette Park Western Golf Course Bridge
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Park Walkway Over Marquette Park Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of four attractive concrete girder bridges in Marquette Park that carries a park path.

Marsh Road Bridge
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Marsh Road (TR-574) Over Conneaut Outlet in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

A quaint little pony truss brings beauty to a rural road.

Marshall Avenue Rice Creek Bridge
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Marshall Avenue Over Rice Creek in Marshall: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1899 By: Unknown

A rare example of stone arch construction on a Michigan highway.

Marshall Avenue Kalamazoo River Bridge
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Marshall Avenue Over Kalamazoo River in Marshall: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

A very old concrete arch bridge with unusual railings in a pretty setting.

Marshalls Bridge
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Washington Road (PA-4006) Over Culbertson Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 39 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1903 By: P. J. McCormick and Son of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

An example of a group of unusual bridges in the county that have a brick arch ring.

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Martha Bridge
HSR

Martha Road (Old Alignment) Over Guyandotte River in Martha (Rural): Cabell County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 470 ft. Main Span: 146 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1880 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Featuring 2 main Whipple spans and 2 Pratt through approaches, this is a nationally significant bridge that is doomed.

Marvin Ridge Road Bridge
HSR

Marvin Ridge Road Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Norwalk: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Non-Historic, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown

This Merritt Parkway bridge is not historic and it replaced a previous historic Merritt Parkway bridge.

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Mary Street Bridge
HSR

Mary Street (TR-439) Over Railroad (Lehigh and Susquehanna) in Mountain Top: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Lattice Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Unknown

Despite its rarity and high level of significance, as well as a small size, even this historic bridge is to be demolished.

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Mary Street Bridge
Mill Pond Bridge
HSR

Mary Street Over Pigeon River in Omemee: Kawartha Lakes City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 178 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive pony truss bridge also has a couple steel stringer approach spans.

Mason Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Sycamore Creek in Mason: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small stone arch bridge that is easy to view and photograph.

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Masontown Bridge
Intercounty Bridge
HSR

PA-21 (McClellandtown Road / E. Roy Furman Highway) Over Monongahela River in Near Masontown: Fayette County, Pennsylvania and Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 16 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,457 ft. Main Span: 402 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1925 By: Independent Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This breathtaking monument, rich with Pennsylvania heritage, was destroyed by PennDOT.

Masontown Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern and CSX) Over Unnamed Road in Near Masontown: Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional structure is located in the shadow of the doomed Masontown Bridge.

Masters Road Bridge
HSR

Masters Road Over Belle River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 58 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: J. H. Baker and Sons of Port Huron, Michigan

A 1930s depression relief funded bridge.

Maumee Street Bridge
HSR

Maumee Street (US-223 BR) Over South Branch River Raisin in Adrian: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: E. C. Nolan and Son of Detroit, Michigan

This small arch bridge has lost its original railings, but the arch remains intact.

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Maucks Pond Bridge
Bayou Bridge
HSR

IN-64 Over Maucks Pond in East Mt. Carmel: Gibson County, Indiana, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 349 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

This beautiful pony and through truss combination is positioned right after the Mt Carmel Bridge.

Mayer Road Driveway Bridge
HSR

Private Driveway Over Smiths Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Joliet Bridge and Iron Company of Joliet, Illinois

An attractive pony truss with riveted connections adds character to a driveway.

Mayor Aitken Drive Bridge
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Mayor Aitken Drive Over Sunset Lake Raceway in Bridgeton: Cumberland County, New Jersey, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 25.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown

This is a small arch bridge with a very defined arch shape.

McAdam Road Bridge
HSR

McAdam Road Over Ausable River in Rural: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This breathtaking bridge, tucked away in old Lake Huron dunes displays a rare truss configuration.

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McCabe Road Bridge
HSR

McCabe Road Over Huron River in Rural: Livingston County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

A rare example of a highway plate girder, the existing bridge was constructed in 1953 reusing 1930 plate girders.

McCamly Street Bridge
HSR

McCamly Street Over Battle Creek River in Battle Creek: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This is one of the oldest concrete arch bridges in Michigan and was recently restored.

McArdle Roadway Viaduct
HSR

P.J. McArdle Roadway Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 548 ft. Main Span: 215 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This beautiful bridge runs right up a hillside, and its trusses are visible from many parts of the city.

McCaffrey Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 348840
HSR

244th Avenue Over Upper Iowa River in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 248 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 15.1 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: Unknown

An attractive two-span truss bridge compliments its setting very well.

McCaysville Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Georgia Northeastern) Over Toccoa River and River Road in Near McCaysville: Fannin County, Georgia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

A traditionally composed structure resting on a stone substructure.

McCloud Nature Park Bridge
Pulaski County Bridge 15
HSR

Park Trail Over Big Walnut Creek in Rural: Hendricks County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: F. M. Williams Construction Company of Winamac, Indiana

This early example of a truss bridge with bolted connections was relocated and preserved!

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McClures Gap Road Bridge
HSR

McClures Gap Road (PA-4027) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission

An excellent representative example of an original Pennsylvania turnpike overpass, demolished April 22, 2012.

McCoy Road Bridge
Putnam County Bridge 73
HSR

CR-375 East (McCoy Road) Over Clear Creek in Rural: Putnam County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

One of a couple otherwise rare examples of an early bolted connection truss bridge in Putnam County.

McDonough Street Bridge
HSR

McDonough Street (US-6 and US-52) Over Des Plaines River in Joliet: Will County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 408 ft. Main Span: 174 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Mississippi Valley Structural Steel Company and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This is one of the very special bascule bridges in Joliet and is painted blue recently, suggesting these bridges are cared for.

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McEwen Bridge
HSR

Kirby Road Over Humber River in Vaughan: York Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown and Frank Barber of Toronto, Ontario

This attractive bridge serves a section of road that has been turned into a non-motorized trail.

McFarlane Street Bridge
Norwood Road Bridge Number 26
HSR

McFarlane Street (Norwood Road) Over Trent-Severn Waterway in Peterborough: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Central Bridge and Engineering Company of Peterborough, Ontario

This is a unique heritage bridge on the Trent-Severn Waterway as a high level fixed truss bridge.

McDougal Line Bridge
HSR

McDougal Line Over Government Drain Number 1 in Rural: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1940 By: Unknown

An interesting bridge with good structural integrity and attractive railings.

McGilvray Road Bridge Number 1
HSR

McGilvray Road Over Black River Bottoms in Rural: La Crosse County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 134 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1906 By: La Crosse Bridge and Steel Company of La Crosse, Wisconsin and Charles M. Horton

This is one of five very unusual and highly significant patented bridges on McGilvray Road, today a hiking trail.

McGilvray Road Bridge Number 2
HSR

McGilvray Road Over Black River Bottoms in Rural: La Crosse County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 141 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1908 By: La Crosse Bridge and Steel Company of La Crosse, Wisconsin and Charles M. Horton

This is one of five very unusual and highly significant patented bridges on McGilvray Road, today a hiking trail.

McGilvray Road Bridge Number 3
HSR

McGilvray Road Over Black River Bottoms in Rural: La Crosse County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: La Crosse Bridge and Steel Company of La Crosse, Wisconsin and Charles M. Horton

This is one of five very unusual and highly significant patented bridges on McGilvray Road, today a hiking trail.

McGilvray Road Bridge Number 4
HSR

McGilvray Road Over Black River Bottoms in Rural: La Crosse County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1907 By: La Crosse Bridge and Steel Company of La Crosse, Wisconsin and Charles M. Horton

This is one of five very unusual and highly significant patented bridges on McGilvray Road, today a hiking trail.

McGilvray Road Bridge Number 5
HSR

McGilvray Road Over Black River Bottoms in Rural: La Crosse County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Worden-Allen Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Relocated and preserved, this is one of six historic bridges on McGilvray Road, today a hiking trail.

McGilvray Road Bridge Number 6
HSR

McGilvray Road Over Black River Bottoms in Rural: La Crosse County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: La Crosse Bridge and Steel Company of La Crosse, Wisconsin and Charles M. Horton

This is one of five very unusual and highly significant patented bridges on McGilvray Road, today a hiking trail.

McIntyre Road Bridge
HSR

McIntyre Road (TR-618) Over West Branch Deer Creek in Rural: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 18 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Unknown and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

This is a tiny, but unaltered and nice looking stone arch bridge.

McKinnon Road Bridge
HSR

McKinnon Road Over Nottawasaga River in Rural: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This long abandoned bridge and road are hidden far within Minesing Wetlands Conservation Area

McMillin Road Bridge
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McMillin Road (TR-215) Over Big Walnut Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 58 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This early surviving Pratt truss bridge is tucked into an abruptly wooded setting next to extensive farmland.

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McNichols Road Bridge
6 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

McNichols Road (6 Mile Road) Over Southfield Freeway (M-39) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 125 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1963 By: Charles J. Rogers Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

One of a handful of overpasses that were the last examples of an unusual variation of an attractive Michigan railing design.

Sponable Bridge
McKeown Road Bridge
HSR

McKeown Road (Old Alignment) Over Thornapple River in Rural: Barry County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 121 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

The last public truss bridge in Barry County was restored and a park developed around it.

Meadow Run Road Bridge
HSR

Meadow Run Road Over Meadow Run in Rural: Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This bridge is an excellent example of the York Bridge Company and it retains the unusual railings that the company used.

Mead Road Bridge
HSR

Mead Road Over Maple River in Rural: Clinton County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This is a forgotten through truss that retains excellent historic integrity and appears to be the work of Massillon Bridge Company.

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Meadows Road Bridge
HSR

Meadows Road (T-376) Over Saucon Creek in Lower Saucon Township: Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1858 By: Unknown

This beautiful stone arch bridge has stood for a century and a half, but now its slated for conversion into a bulldozed pile of rubble.

Meadowvale Road Bridge
HSR

Meadowvale Road Over Little Rouge Creek in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional riveted pony truss appears to have been galvanized some time ago.

Mechanic Falls Bridge
HSR

ME-11 and ME-121 (Pleasant Street, Elm Street) Over Little Androscoggin River in Mechanic Falls: Androscoggin County, Maine, United States

Concrete Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 189 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an unusual continuous concrete variable depth slab bridge with good historic integrity.

Mechanic Falls Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (St. Lawrence and Atlantic Railroad) Over Little Androscoggin River in Mechanic Falls: Androscoggin County, Maine, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a pin-connected truss bridge in Maine.

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Mechanic Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Mechanic Street Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern and Amtrak) in Jackson: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1901 By: Unknown

One of two old and interesting plate girder railroad overpass bridges near downtown Jackson.

Meech Road Bridge
HSR

Meech Road Over Doan Creek in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1945 By: E. C. Nolan and Son of Detroit, Michigan

This is one of several small steel stringer bridges in this county that feature an unusual metal railing.

Mehring Way Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Mehring Way in Cincinnati: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 7,440 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1931 By: Unknown

A heavily skewed, large through truss overpass that is rare as a continuous truss.

Meighen Bridge
HSR

CR-74 Over Fish Creek in Meighen (Rural): Marshall County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 222 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This Camelback truss is among the most impressive of the Fish Creek truss bridges, and retains good integrity.

Meiss Road Bridge
HSR

Meiss Road (Abandoned Section) Over Deer Creek Tributary in Rural: Sacramento County, California, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is a reminder that Meiss Road once continued west of where it ends today.

Mendota Bridge
Fort Snelling - Mendota Bridge
HSR

MN-55 Over Minnesota River in Mendota Heights: Dakota County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 4,119 ft. Main Span: 304 ft. Roadway: 71 ft. Main Spans: 13

Built 1926 By: Koss Construction Company of Des Moines, Iowa and Claude Allen Porter Turner of Minneapolis, Minnesota

Menominee River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Menominee River in Milwaukee: Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Bobtail)

Length: 228 ft. Main Span: 203 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Charles Frederick Loweth

One of three nationally significant and rare bobtail swing bridges in the city.

Menominee River Chicago NorthWestern Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Menominee River in Rural: Dickinson County, Michigan and Florence County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 375 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1911 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge features an impressive design with two deck truss main spans.

Burnham Bridge
Menominee River Canal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Menominee River Canal in Milwaukee: Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Bobtail)

Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

One of three nationally significant and rare bobtail swing bridges in the city.

Mercer's Bridge
HSR

Flint Hill Road Over White Clay Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1923 By: Unknown

With its paneled railings, this is an unaltered example of a 1920s reinforced concrete slab type bridge.

Mercer Street Bridge
HSR

Mercer Street Over French Creek in Meadville: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 221 ft. Main Span: 214 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This massive-membered Parker bridge was repainted bright blue!

Merchant Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Merchant Street in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a small plate girder grade separation bridge.

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Meridian Road Bridge
HSR

Meridian Road Over Thorofare Canal in Grosse Ile: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 51.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This bridge appears to be a metal stringer bridge with a concrete arch facade.

Meridian Street Bridge
Portland Arch
HSR

Meridian Street (US-27) Over Salamonie River in Portland: Jay County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: I. E. Smith of Richmond, Indiana and O. O. Clayton

This is the only example of a rainbow arch in the entire state of Indiana.

Merlin Road Bridge
Wells Bridge
HSR

Merlin Road Over Pigeon Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: John S. Wells

This is a very tiny stone arch bridge in excellent condition.

Merriam Street Bridge
Broadway Bridge Span
HSR

Merriam Street Over Mississippi River (East Channel) in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 257 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

The trusses from a single span of a multi-span truss bridge were moved here and used as decorations on a modern bridge.

Merrick Street Bridge
HSR

Merrick Street Over South Branch River Raisin in Adrian: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Jack Lemon

One of only two concrete through arch bridges in Michigan, this traditional rainbow arch style bridge was restored.

Merrickville Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Rideau River (Rideau Canal) in Merrickville: Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 695 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This wide double track railway bridge is noted for its distinctive portal.

Merriman Road Bridge
HSR

Merriman Road Over Lower River Rouge in Westland: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Cantilever Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 46 ft.

Built 1929 By: Unknown

One of the unusual cantilevered arch bridges of Wayne County, this example lacks a suspended span.

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Merriman Road Hines Drive Bridge
HSR

Merriman Road Over Hines Drive in Westland: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: W. H. Harvie

One of the later examples of a Wayne County rigid-frame bridge.

Merwins Lane Bridge
HSR

Merwins Lane Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Fairfield: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1940 By: Peter Mitchell Construction Company of Greenwich, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

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Messerall Road Bridge
HSR

Messerall Road (TR-993) Over Pine Creek in East Titusville: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1876 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

One of the most significant bridges in Pennsylvania, abandoned and unrestored!

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Mesick Bridge
HSR

M-115 Over Manistee River in Mesick: Wexford County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1949 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A traditional example of a multi-span Michigan steel stringer.

Metro North Bridge
New York, New Haven and Harford Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Metro North) Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Talmadge Hill: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1937 By: Paul Bacco Construction Company of Stamford, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Metropolis Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Ohio River and Various Streets in Metropolis: Massac County, Illinois and McCracken County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 20 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,701 ft. Main Span: 720 ft. Roadway: 37 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1917 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Ralph Modjeski

This bridge set a world record for the longest simple truss span ever built, and today this span remains among the longest!

Meyersdale Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad Over Casselman River in Meyersdale: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge features especially attractive design as well as some interesting details.

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Miami Bridge
McDaniel Memorial Bridge
HSR

MO-41 Over Missouri River in Miami: Saline County, Missouri and Carroll County, Missouri, United States

Metal Cantilever 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 44 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,072 ft. Main Span: 475 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Massman Construction Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Sverdrup and Parcel of St. Louis, Missouri

An incredible structure that could have been preserved is instead wastefully demolished.

Michigamme River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Soo Line) Over Michigamme River in Rural: Dickinson County, Michigan, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 106 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Unknown

A heavy, traditionally composed example of a railroad deck truss.

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Michigan Avenue Bridge
HSR

Michigan Avenue Over Thornapple River in Hastings: Barry County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1949 By: Ruckman-Hansen, Inc. of Fort Wayne, Indiana and Foster Engineering Company

This attractive bridge was noted for its unusually high level of uncommon aesthetic details.

Michigan Avenue Bridge
HSR

Michigan Avenue (M-17, US-12 Business) Over Huron River in Ypsilanti: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 66 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This bridge is significant as a very early surviving concrete arch bridge in Michigan.

Michigan Avenue Railroad Overpass
M-43 Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern and Amtrak) Over Michigan Avenue (M-43) in Kalamazoo: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Span: 77 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: W. J. Storen Company of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This attractive railroad bridge is an oasis of beauty in a city of modern bridges.

Michigan Railway Grand River Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Grand River in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 680 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Toledo Bridge and Crane Company of Toledo, Ohio

This former swing railroad bridge that has not swung for decades is today a rail-trail.

Michigan Street Bridge
Leeper Bridge
HSR

Michigan Street (IN-933) Over St. Joseph River in South Bend: St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 323 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 54.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1914 By: Kuert Contracting Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and Charles W. Cole

This is a very ornate bridge, with extensive decorations and architecture.

Michigan Street Bridge
Marshall County Bridge 226
HSR

Michigan Street Over Yellow River in Plymouth: Marshall County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 58 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1917 By: Unknown

This concrete arch bridge is one of three in Plymouth and was tastefully rehabilitated in 2008.

Middle Road Bridge
Sherway Drive Bridge
HSR

Sherway Drive (Former Middle Road) Over Etobicoke Creek in Mississauga and Toronto: Peel Region, Ontario and Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: O.L. Hicks of Humber Bay, Ontario and Frank Barber of Toronto, Ontario

One of the first of its style ever built, this unique bridge has aspects of both a truss and an arch bridge.

Middlebelt Road Bridge
HSR

Middlebelt Road Over Hines Drive and Middle River Rouge in Westland: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1953 By: Louis Caravaglia

One of two rigid frame bridges in this area designed to cross both Hines Drive and the river.

Middlebury Street Bridge
Elkhart County Bridge 371
HSR

Middlebury Street Over Elkhart River in Elkhart: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: Bontrager Construction Company and William S. Moore

This concrete arch bridge has lost its original railings.

Middleport Bridge
Bridge E-216
HSR

NY-271 (Main Street) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Middleport: Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 142 ft. Main Span: 114 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: McMyler-Interstate Company of Cleveland, Ohio and W.S. Cooper Company of Cleveland, Ohio and Lupfer and Remick of Buffalo, New York

This lift bridge serves as a historic and functional centerpiece for Middleport.

Middletown Line Bridge
HSR

Middletown Line Over Big Otter Creek in Rural: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This pony truss is noted for its extremely lightweight truss members.

Milan Oakville Road Bridge
HSR

Milan Oakville Road Over US-23 in Milan: Monroe County, Michigan and Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 143 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1950 By: Johnson-Greene Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This overpass predates the freeway it crosses and is also noted for its good historic integrity.

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Milburn Road Bridge
HSR

Milburn Road (PA-2004) Over Neshannock Creek in Rural: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A small through truss built by the Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio was sentenced to the dumpster.

Milford Bridge
HSR

TR-486 (Private Road) Over Coxes Creek in Rural (Milford): Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Walker Brothers of Charles Town, West Virginia

This is an extremely unusual bridge with fascinating details and a mystery plaque.

Mill Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Procter and Gamble Access) Over Mill Creek in Cincinnati and St. Bernard: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Riverside Bridge Company of Martins Ferry, Ohio

This bridge is a rare surviving example of a bridge built by the Riverside Bridge Company.

Mill Creek Swinging Bridge
HSR

Swinging Bridges Road Over Mill Creek in Rural: Miller County, Missouri, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1925 By: Joseph A. Dice

Although extensively altered, this is one of the few remaining of the unique Missouri swinging bridges.

Mill Creek Railroad Bridge
Pere Marquette Bridge P-71.0
HSR

Railroad (Wadhams-Avoca Rail-Trail) Over Mill Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 640 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan

This fascinating bridge has an extremely rare fishbelly deck truss design and has a third truss line added in the center.

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Mill Mountain Road Bridge
HSR

Mill Mountain Road (TR-356) Over Nescopeck Creek in Rural: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1883 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This bridge is a rare example of its type and was repaired by the county for far less than the cost of replacement.

Mill Race Sidewalk Bridge
HSR

Sidewalk Over Mill Race in St. Marys: Perth County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny beam bridge is mainly interesting for having lattice railings, which speak to its older construction.

Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Mill Road (TR-540) Over Valley Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: John Denithorne and Sons of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This small pony truss has an unusual design detail.

Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Mill Road Over Valley Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: P. J. McCormick and Son of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This bridge has an attractive marble keystone and retains good overall historic integrity.

Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Mill Road (TR-402) Over West Branch Red Clay Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: John Denithorne and Sons of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This truss bridge has been replaced with a stringer, and the truss lines were retained as decorations.

Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Mill Road Over Conneaut Creek in Near Conneaut: Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 224 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

One of two large examples of a rare and beautiful bridge type in the county.

Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Mill Road (Abandoned Segment) Over Little Conesus Creek in Avon: Livingston County, New York, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 18 ft. Main Span: 17 ft. Roadway: 16.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a tiny bridge, but is highly significant for its unique, distinctive details.

Mill Street Bridge
Raisin River Mill Bridge
HSR

Mill Street Over South Branch River Raisin in Brooklyn: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 8 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1925 By: Unknown

A tiny multi-span concrete arch bridge was built with stones added to the outside for decoration.

Mill Street Bridge
HSR

Mill Street Over Huntoon Creek in Leslie: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 23 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Unknown

This is a tiny bridge, but has unusual beams and railing.

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Mill Street Bridge
American Veterans Memorial Bridge
HSR

Mill Street Over Neshannock Creek in New Castle: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 221 ft. Main Span: 219 ft. Roadway: 31.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown and Thomas Gilkey

This fascinating bridge had a very unusual skew design.

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Mill Street Bridge
HSR

Mill Street Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Millsboro: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This abandoned Warren pony truss overpass has an enormous skew to it!

Mill Street Bridge
HSR

Mill Street Over Hakihokake Creek in Milford: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A rare example of a Queenpost pony truss, although the bridge is altered.

Mill Street Bridge
HSR

Mill Street Over Roaring Brook and Railroad (Delaware, Lackawanna, and Western) in Dunmore: Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 400 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown

This bridge has a variety of span types, with an impressive arch main span.

Mill Street Bridge
HSR

Mill Street Over North Canal in Lawrence: Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

A wide, heavy duty pony truss that likely was originally built for the use of area mills and industry.

Milltown Bridge
HSR

Milltown Road Over Salmon River in Milltown (Rural): Hastings County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has some of the most unusual design details ever found in a truss bridge making the bridge perhaps unique.

Miller Ferry Bridge
Walnut Grove Road Bridge
HSR

Walnut Grove Road Over Mokelumne River in Rural: Sacramento County, California and San Joaquin County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Through Truss, Movable: Swing

Length: 238 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Unknown

This bridge is a late example of a riveted truss swing bridge.

Miller Road Bridge
HSR

Miller Road Over Cisco Branch Ontonagon River in Rural: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Worden-Allen Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Attractive and largely unaltered, this is the only truss bridge in Michigan definitively associated with Worden-Allen Company.

Millers Run Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Millers Run and Railroad (Montour Rail-Trail) in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This very unsual bridge has a truss line on one side that is twice as massive as the truss line on the opposite side!

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Miller Station Road Bridge
HSR

Miller Station Road (PA-1016) Over French Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This was a rare and ornate example of a Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio Whipple truss.

Milford Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Milford Road Over Railroad (Lehigh Valley) in Bloomsbury: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Howe Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Philadelphia Bridge Works of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This unususal and important bridge has a very well-documented history.

Milham Park North Bridge
HSR

Milham Park Drive Over Portage Creek in Kalamazoo: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Slab, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This is the larger of two attractive stone faced bridges in this scenic park.

Milham Park South Bridge
HSR

Milham Park Drive Over Portage Creek in Kalamazoo: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Slab, Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This is the smaller of two attractive stone faced bridges in this scenic park.

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Millsboro Bridge
HSR

PA-88 Over 10 Mile Creek in Millsboro: Washington County, Pennsylvania and Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 313 ft. Main Span: 152 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1932 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

A beautiful two-span massive-membered through truss got demolished by PennDOT.

Millsboro Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Monongahela Railroad) Over 10 Mile Creek and PA-88 in Millsboro: Washington County, Pennsylvania and Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An impressive Parker truss span provides a gateway into the Monongahela River from 10 Mile Creek.

Millennium Bridge
HSR

Main Street (CR-268) Over Black Creek in Churchville: Monroe County, New York, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 134 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This is an unusual low profile ribbed arch bridge.

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Milton Center Bridge
HSR

Mermill Road Over Jackson Cutoff Ditch in Milton Center: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 116 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: L. G. Garrison

A highly unusual example of a concrete deck girder, this bridge's girders are arched.

Milwaukee River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Chicago and Northwestern) Over Milwaukee River in Milwaukee: Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 395 ft. Main Span: 235 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

A large span lattice truss swing bridge.

Mine Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Mine Street in Bessemer: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 10 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

An interesting through plate girder with deck plate girder approaches.

Miner Slough Bridge
HSR

CA-84 Over Miner Slough in Rural: Solano County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 367 ft. Main Span: 191 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This bridge has a fairly simple appearance with its abundance of rolled beams.

Minersville Bridge
HSR

4th Avenue (PA-3039) Over Conemaugh River in Johnstown: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 453 ft. Main Span: 269 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Cambria Iron Works of Johnstown, Pennsylvania

This bizarre and unique bridge features a deck that runs at an incline through the truss which is not inclined.

Minnehaha Avenue Bridge
HSR

Minnehaha Avenue Over Minnehaha Creek in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Unknown

Unlike the stone-faced pedestrian bridges in adjacent Minnehaha Park, this is a bona fide stone arch bridge... at least the original part is.

Mingo Creek Railroad Bridge
Crookham Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Wheeling and Lake Erie) Over Mingo Creek and Ginger Hill Road in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This large, tall historic bridge is dwarfed by the enormous and ugly PA-43 Bridge.

Mingo Junction Wabash Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Wheeling and Lake Erie) Over Ohio River in Mingo Junction and Rural: Jefferson County, Ohio and Brooke County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,296 ft. Main Span: 700 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1904 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This visually complex and beautiful cantilever was the longest cantilever in the world when built.

Minto Bridge
HSR

Union Street Over Rideau River in Ottawa: Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 171 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1900 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

With ornate railing and portal cresting, this stunning union of beauty and function is actually three bridges that connect islands to cross the river.

Miscauno Island Bridge East
HSR

Shoreline Drive (Miscauno Island Lane) Over Menominee River Channel in Rural: Marinette County, Wisconsin, and Menominee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

One of three railroad bridges that today serve as vehicular bridges to the historic Four Seasons Island Resort.

Miscauno Island Bridge Middle
HSR

Shoreline Drive (Miscauno Island Lane) Over Menominee River Channel in Rural: Marinette County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

One of three railroad bridges that today serve as vehicular bridges to the historic Four Seasons Island Resort.

Miscauno Island Bridge West
HSR

Shoreline Drive (Miscauno Island Lane) Over Menominee River Channel in Rural: Marinette County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

One of three railroad bridges that today serve as vehicular bridges to the historic Four Seasons Island Resort.

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Misner Dam Bridge
HSR

Silver Lake Drive (Patterson Street, CR-5) Over Lynn River in Port Dover: Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual bridge was built as an integral part of a dam, and has today been bypassed by a new bridge.

Mississippi River Bridge Number 15
Omaha Bridge Number 15
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Mississippi River in St. Paul: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Bobtail) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,055 ft. Main Span: 260 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Milwaukee Bridge Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and Charles Frederick Loweth

This is a large and uncommon example of a bobtail swing bridge, and it still operates for boats.

Mitchell Lake Bridge
HSR

Highway 48 Over Mitchell Lake (Trent-Severn Waterway) in Rural: Kawartha Lakes City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a rare and unaltered example of a steel rigid frame bridge in Ontario.

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Mitchell Road Bridge
HSR

Mitchell Road Over North Branch Portage River in Rural: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge with good historic integrity has been closed, but deserves to be restored.

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Mitchell Street Bridge
HSR

Mitchell Street (Business US-131) Over Clam River in Cadillac: Wexford County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: C. A. Handeyside Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge exhibits an early example of a standard plan railing.

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MN-68 Bridge
HSR

MN-68 Over Railroad (Union Pacific) in Rural: Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: Unknown and Minnesota Highway Department

This bridge is a good example of a concrete t-beam overpass.

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MO-17 Dog Creek Bridge
HSR

MO-17 Over Dog Creek (Catail Creek) in Rural: Miller County, Missouri, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This was the oldest and second longest t-beam in the county, yet was demolished in June 2012.

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MO-17 Saline Creek Bridge
HSR

MO-17 Over Saline Creek in Rural: Miller County, Missouri, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 288 ft. Main Span: 121 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Fogleman and Davidson of Eugene, Missouri and Pioneer Construction Company of Kansas City, Missouri

This beautiful through truss with pony truss approach spans is ruthlessly sentenced to scrap by MoDOT.

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MO-168 Bridge
HSR

MO-168 Over North River in Rural: Marion County, Missouri, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 530 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1932 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

A noteworthy four span example of a standard plan truss.

MO-B Wyaconda River Bridge
La Grange Bridge
HSR

MO-B Over Wyaconda River in Near La Grange: Lewis County, Missouri, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 185 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Hartman and Clark Brothers

An attractive representative example of a standard plan Parker truss in Missouri.

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MO-M Bridge
Old US-40 Bridge
HSR

MO-M (Old US-40) Over Lamine River in Rural: Cooper County, Missouri, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 347 ft. Main Span: 181 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Haller and Davis

This bridge is an attractive structure that represents its type very well.

Modena Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Reading Railroad) Over Brandywine Creek in Modena: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This is a multiple span concrete railroad bridge.

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Moffet Mill Bridge
HSR

Moffet Mill Road Over Raccoon Creek in Rural: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 152 ft. Main Span: 146 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Farris Engineering (Bridge) Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is a traditional riveted Pratt truss bridge in a scenic location.

Mohican Trail Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Extension of Mohican Trail Over Clear Fork Mohican River in Near Lexington: Richland County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A beautiful riveted through truss sits on a private drive.

Mohr Road Bridge
HSR

Mohr Road (TR-634) Over Muddy Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This bridge has an attractive polygonal top chord and is complimented by handsome stone abutments.

Moira Bridge
HSR

Front Street Over Moira River in Belleville: Hastings County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 212 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Holdcroft Construction Company of Kingston, Ontario and A. B. Crealock

One of two beautifully restored, rare multi-span rainbow arch bridges in Belleville.

Monaca-Beaver Railroad Bridge
Pittsburgh & Lake Erie Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Ohio River in Monaca and Beaver: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever 26 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,779 ft. Main Span: 769 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1910 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Albert Lucius of New York, New York

This landmark cantilever truss bridge is noted as an early surviving cantilever truss and for its massive design.

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Monastery Drive Bridge
HSR

Monastery Drive Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Rural: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 228 ft. Main Span: 157 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Unknown

This extremely rare truss bridge crossing a historic rail line is threatened with demolition!

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Monk Road North Bridge
HSR

Monk Road Over Middle Branch Macon Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a very short pony truss, one of several small truss bridges from Monroe County.

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Monk Road South Bridge
HSR

Monk Road Over South Branch Macon Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of the longest and oldest of the Monroe County highway truss bridge collection.

Monroe Avenue Railroad Overpass North
HSR

Railroad (Grand Rapids Eastern) Over Monroe Avenue in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

The northernmost of two old through plate girder overpasses on Monroe Avenue.

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Monroe Avenue Railroad Overpass South
HSR

Railroad (Grand Rapids Eastern) Over Monroe Avenue in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

The southernmost of two old through plate girder overpasses on Monroe Avenue.

Monroe Canadian National Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over River Raisin in Monroe: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 420 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1912 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

Sitting next to the Norfolk Southern Bridge, this bridge is itself an impressive three-span through truss bridge.

Monroe CSX Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over River Raisin in Monroe: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1911 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

Resting on 1896 stone abutments, this is an impressive two-span through railroad truss with attractive portal bracing.

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Monroe Street Bridge
HSR

Monroe Street Over Rice Creek in Marshall: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Mumaw and Briege (Gustavus A. Mumaw and Henry Briegel)

The oldest of the Marshall arch bridges, this one has had its integrity compromised on one side.

Monroe Street Bridge
HSR

Monroe Street Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 271 ft. Main Span: 193 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

This bridge shows the transition between the early pony truss design and the later design.

Monroe Street Bridge
HSR

Monroe Street Over Grand River in Jackson: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 43 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Unknown

An old, but altered example of a concrete arch bridge.

Montebello Road Bridge
HSR

Montebello Road Over Little Juniata Creek in Rural: Perry County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an attractive example of a hybrid stone and brick arch bridge.

Montreal Avenue Overpass
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Montreal Avenue (MN-51) in St. Paul: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 244 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This bridge produces a graceful archway over the roadway it crosses and is impossible to ignore.

Montreal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Soo Line) Over West Branch Montreal River in Near Montreal: Iron County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This plate girder bridge is one of the many remnants from a region that was transformed by the discovery of iron.

Montreal River Chicago and North Western Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Chicago and North Western) Over Montreal River in Ironwood and Hurley: Gogebic County, Michigan and Iron County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

A good example of early 20th Century work by the King Bridge Company.

Montreal River Soo Line Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Soo Line) Over Montreal River in Ironwood and Hurley: Gogebic County, Michigan and Iron County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This plate girder bridge features wooden approach spans and was built by a prolific company.

Montreal River Wisconsin Central Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Wisconsin Central) Over Montreal River in Rural: Gogebic County, Michigan and Iron County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This plate girder bridge is still in use by trains.

Moore Road Bridge
HSR

Moore Road (TR-355) Over Jones Creek in Rural: Wayne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Varcoe and Boyd

Although undecorated, this bridge is significant as an extremely old surviving concrete arch bridge.

Mooresville Drive Bridge
HSR

Mooresville Drive Over Ausable River in Rural: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has a few unusual details for a bridge of its type.

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Moravian Drive Bridge
HSR

Moravian Drive Over Clinton River in Clinton Township: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 202 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This was a large example of a county steel stringer bridge.

Morehouse Drive Bridge
HSR

Morehouse Drive Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Fairfield: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1940 By: Edward E. Bray Construction Company of Bridgeport, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Moreland Township Road Bridge
HSR

Moreland Township Road (PA-2069) Over Little Muncy Creek in Rural: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 113 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This bridge is a noteworthy example of a pin-connected truss with a skew.

Morrell Road Bridge
HSR

Morrell Road Over Pony Hollow Creek in Rural: Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

A small truss bridge with picturesque hills in the background.

Morrice Road Bridge
HSR

Morrice Road Over Looking Glass River in Rural: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Raff and Dexter of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A typical example of a mid-20th Century county bridge in Michigan.

Morris Road Bridge
HSR

Morris Road (CR-125) Over Whetstone Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned, deteriorated, and overgrown bridge has some unusual ornamental and structural details.

Morris Terminal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Illinois and Michigan Canal in Morris: Grundy County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 127 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

Crossing a historic canal, this bridge is an excellent example of an uncommon truss design.

Morrison Lake Road Bridge
HSR

Morrison Lake Road Over I-96 in Rural: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1958 By: L. W. Edison Company and Own-Ames-Kimball Company and Michigan State Highway Department

A representative example of an I-96 curved t-beam in Michigan with its associated abutment design.

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Morrisville Bridge
HSR

Jefferson Road (PA-188) Over South Fork Tenmile Creek in Morrisville: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: E. B. and B. F. Lippincott and T. B. Dinsmore

This rare and graceful arch bridge was demolished next to its replacement.

Jersey Bridge
HSR

Drake Well Road (PA-1011) Over Oil Creek in Rural: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

This bridge's trusses and bracing were salvaged and placed on a replacement bridge.

Morseville Bridge
Burt Road Bridge
HSR

Burt Road (Old Alignment) Over Flint River in Morseville: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 197 ft. Main Span: 139 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

A rare, documented Michigan example of the Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio, this bridge was abandoned and bypassed by a modern structure.

Mortimer E. Cooley Bridge
M-55 Pine River Bridge
HSR

M-55 (Caberfae Highway) Over Pine River in Rural: Manistee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Cantilever 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 613 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1934 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Michigan State Highway Department

One of only two cantilever deck truss bridges in Michigan, this is a landmark bridge for Michigan.

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Mosherville Bridge
Farm View Road Bridge, County Bridge Number 38
HSR

Farm View Road (TR-763) Over Seely Creek in Rural: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This bridge is one of several of its type in the county, but is nationally rare.

Mossdale Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Southern Pacific) Over San Joaquin River in Mossdale: San Joaquin County, California, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 526 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1942 By: Unknown

Although it no longer raises for boats, this is a good example of a fairly short span vertical lift bridge.

Mossington Bridge
Blue Bridge
HSR

Hedge Road Over Black River in Georgina: York Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: National Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Frank Barber of Toronto, Ontario

Designed by a noteworthy Ontario engineer, this heritage truss bridge is located in a scenic lake area surrounded by many residences.

Mottville Bridge
HSR

US-12 (Old Alignment) Over St. Joseph River in Mottville: St. Joseph County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 90 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: Smith and Nichols of Hastings, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This three span structure is the longest concrete camelback in Michigan, and was preserved for pedestrians.

Mount Tabor Station Bridge
HSR

Station Road Over Catoctin Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An attractive bridge that is traditionally composed.

Mower Road Bridge
HSR

Mower Road Over Cole Drain in Rural: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1920 By: Denton and Johnson of Saginaw, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a long straight chord through girders in Michigan, with three spans.

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Mowersville Road Bridge
HSR

Mowersville Road Over Paxton Run in Mowersville: Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 8 Panel Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Although its floor and bottom chord is encased in a two-span concrete slab, this bridge remains a unique and nationally significant example of a cast iron truss bridge.

MN-36 Lexington Avenue Bridge
HSR

MN-36 Over Lexington Avenue in Roseville: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown and Minnesota Highway Department

Very rare in Minnesota, this attractive bridge is an unaltered example of a 1930s rigid-frame overpass.

Mt. Carbon Bowstring Bridge
HSR

Mt. Carbon Arch Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Schuylkill River in Mt. Carbon: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 114 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 13.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

An extremely rare and long abandoned bowstring with excellent integrity and unique details.

Mt. Carbon Arch Bridge
Bridge Number 89
HSR

Mt. Carbon Arch Road (PA-2015 / LR-140) Over Schuylkill River in Mt. Carbon: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 164 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1925 By: Charles E. Walton of Pottsville, Pennsylvania

Bypassing a bowstring truss back in 1925, this unusual arch bridge is beautiful, unique, and historic in its own right.

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Mt. Carmel - Princeton Free Bridge
Mt. Carmel Bridge
HSR

Walnut Street (IL-15 and IN-64) Over Wabash River in Mt. Carmel: Wabash County, Illinois and Gibson County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,726 ft. Main Span: 228 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 12

Built 1932 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana and Illinois Division of Highways

Among the longest simply-spanning multiple span through truss highway bridges remaining in both Indiana and Illinois.

Mt. Cobb Highway Bridge
HSR

Mt. Cobb Highway (PA-348) Over Jones Creek in Rural: Wayne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

An example of a standard plan small-scale t-beam bridge in Pennsylvania.

Mt. Pleasant Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Ann Arbor Railroad) Over Chippewa River in Mt. Pleasant: Isabella County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A small railroad plate girder bridge.

Mumma Ford Bridge
HSR

Mumma Ford Road Over Monocacy River in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland and Carroll County, Maryland, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 229 ft. Main Span: 114 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1911 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This two-span truss had an arch retrofit added to the superstructure.

Munnell Run Private Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Munnell Run in Mercer: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Sharpsville Steam Boiler Works of Sharpsville, Pennsylvania, James R. Gemmill Owner

This is a small yet attractive and unusual little pony truss.

Murphy Bridge
Huntington County Bridge 19
HSR

CR-800 South Over Salamonie River in Rural: Huntington County, Indiana, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Pan American Bridge Company of New Castle, Indiana

This through Parker truss displays complex geometry making it a treat for the senses!

Murray Canal Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Railway) Over Murray Canal in Rural: Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This plate girder swing bridge rests in the open position and is no longer used by trains.

Murray Street Bridge
HSR

Murray Street Over Mohawk Waterway in Brantford: Brant County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown and Frank P. Adams

This is a beautiful example of a concrete arch bridge with substantial aesthetic details.

Murray Street Railway Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Railink Southern Ontario) Over Murray Street in Brantford: Brant County, Ontario, Canada

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional and unaltered example of a stone arch overpass.

Muskegon Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Muskegon River in Muskegon: Muskegon County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This is the only known metal truss bridge in the county.

Nadeau Road Bridge
HSR

Nadeau Road Over I-75 in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 263 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1954 By: Louis Caravaglia and Michigan State Highway Department

One of several remaining curved t-beams on this section of freeway that are the oldest of their kind in the state.

Nahma Bridge
Turtle Island Bridge
HSR

Golf Course Pathway Over Golf Course Waterway in Rural: Menominee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Joliet Bridge and Iron Company of Joliet, Illinois and Michigan State Highway Department

One of the longest pony truss spans of its time, this is also one of the last surviving early state highway department truss bridges.

Nanticoke Bridge
HSR

Broadway Street Over Susquehanna River and Nanticoke Creek in Nanticoke: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 16 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Spread Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,922 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1914 By: Dravo Contracting Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and David A. Keefe of Athens, Pennsylvania

An extremely rare surviving example of a large pin-connected truss bridge in Pennsylvania, this bridge has a span whose connection details are not the same at each end.

Napier Road Bridge
HSR

Napier Road Over Sydenham River in Rural: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive pony truss is a pleasant suprise for anyone who decides to explore this road.

Narrowsburg Bridge
HSR

Hansdale and Delaware Turnpike (Beach Lake Highway / PA-652) / NY-52 (CR-24, Bridge Street) Over Delaware River in Darbytown and Narrowsburg: Wayne County, Pennsylvania and Sullivan County, New York, United States

Metal Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 426 ft. Main Span: 290 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Unknown

This graceful arch bridge is a relatively young historic bridge, but still offers so much more than any modern bridge.

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Narrows Road Bridge
HSR

Narrows Road Over Coldwater River in Rural: Branch County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: F. Yeager Bridge and Culvert Works of Port Huron, Michigan

This bridge retains excellent historic integrity, and displays an uncommon railing design.

Nebraska Bridge
HSR

Nebraska Road (PA-3004) Over Tionesta Creek in Nebraska (Rural): Forest County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 187 ft. Main Span: 184 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Ortale Construction Company and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This Parker truss survives, even having its deck underwater during rainy seasons.

Napanee Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Napanee River, Dundas Street, and Camden Road (CR-1) in Napanee: Lennox and Addington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 445 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

Although altered, this bridge retains attractive stone arch spans and is a landmark for Napanee.

Nappanee Street Bridge
Elkhart County Bridge 376
HSR

Nappanee Street (IN-19) Over St. Joseph River in Elkhart: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 453 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 54 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1966 By: Unknown

This bridge is an attractive example of its type, and when photographed, was unaltered.

Neshanic Station Bridge
HSR

Elm Street Over South Branch Raritan River in Neshanic Station: Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 285 ft. Main Span: 141 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1896 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

Two bridges crossing the river at angles to each other, this is one of the more unique pairs of truss spans in the state.

Neshanic Station Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Central Railroad of New Jersey) Over South Branch Raritan River in Neshanic Station: Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1896 By: Unknown

A pin-connected truss bridge next to a historic mill sets an undisturbed, traditional scene that is today hard to find.

Newaygo Centennial Bridge
HSR

Evergreen Drive (M-37 and M-82) Over Muskegon River in Newaygo: Newaygo County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 555 ft. Main Span: 122 ft. Roadway: 51 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1952 By: L. W. Lamb Company of Jackson, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is an example of a highway department bridge design used for larger crossings.

Newaygo Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Muskegon River in Newaygo: Newaygo County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 515 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

An impressive deck truss is a rare find in Michigan.

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Newberry Road Bridge
HSR

Newberry Road Over Railroad (CN) in Rural: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An unusual wood and metal combination overpass.

New York Central Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (New York Central) Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift

Length: 217 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: McDowell Wellman of Cleveland, Ohio

This vertical lift has a more boxy appearance than most.

Newcomer Road Bridge
HSR

Newcomer Road (TR-135) Over Whetstone Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Displaying the unusual details of its builder, this is a long example of a Wrought Iron Bridge Company pony truss span.

Newell Bridge
Wayne Six Toll Bridge
HSR

Golding Street Over Ohio River in East Liverpool and Newell: Columbiana County, Ohio and Hancock County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Through Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 1,590 ft. Main Span: 742 ft. Roadway: 20.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1905 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Edwin Kirtland Morse of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This spectacular structure is among the last remaining suspension bridges on the Ohio River.

Newfield Avenue Bridge
HSR

Newfield Avenue Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Stamford: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 71 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 30.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Mariani Construction Company of New Haven, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

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New Bridge
HSR

New Bridge Road (CR-623) Over Alloway Creek in Rural: Salem County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 153 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: New Jersey Bridge Company of Manasquan, New Jersey

One of the best and few remaining examples of its type in southern New Jersey, and built by a company with few remaining examples left nationwide.

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New Franklin Viaduct
HSR

MO-5 Over Railroad (Katy Trail Rail-Trail) in New Franklin: Howard County, Missouri, United States

Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,462 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 19

Built 1939 By: Carrothers and Crouch of Kansas City, Kansas

MoDOT thinks the best way to treat one of the most important and impressive concrete bridges in the state is to crush it into rubble.

New Haven Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Maumee River in New Haven: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 405 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1899 By: Unknown

An impressive, bulky two-span through railroad truss bridge.

New Hope - Lambertville Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over Delaware River in New Hope and Lambertville: Bucks County, Pennsylvania and Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,053 ft. Main Span: 171 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1904 By: Shoemaker Bridge Company of Pottstown, Pennsylvania

This is a long, multi-span example of a threatened historic bridge type.

New Kensington Bridge
C. L. Schmitt Bridge
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9th Street (PA-56) Over Allegheny River in New Kensington: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,528 ft. Main Span: 370 ft. Roadway: 27.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

One of the spectacular greater landmark historic bridges in the greater Pittsburgh area .

New Lothrop Road Bridge
HSR

New Lothrop Road Over Shiawassee River in Rural: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 139 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1955 By: Raff and Dexter of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A traditional and representative example of a mid-20th century stringer in Michigan.

New Milford Bridge
Veterans Bridge
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US-202 Over Housatonic River in New Milford: Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 13 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 332 ft. Main Span: 325 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This attractive bridge is noted for a relatively large simple span and also for its unusually extensive use of built-up beams.

New Ontario Road Bridge
HSR

New Ontario Road Over Ausable River in Rural: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge could use some paint but is otherwise an attractive truss bridge.

New Richmond Bridge
57th Street Bridge
HSR

57th Street (Old Allegan Road) Over Kalamazoo River in New Richmond: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 422 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: Milwaukee Bridge and Iron Works of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

The longest pony truss in Michigan, possibly the oldest swing bridge in the United States, and an extremely rare pinned Warren truss!

New Richmond Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Kalamazoo River in New Richmond: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Bobtail)

Length: 435 ft. Roadway: 8 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1907 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This deck plate girder is an old swing bridge that had its mechanics removed.

New Richmond Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over 57th Street (Old Allegan Road) in New Richmond: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

A good example of a railroad steel stringer built by the King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio.

New Wilson's Bridge
HSR

National Pike (US-40) Over Conococheague Creek in Rural: Washington County, Maryland, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 370 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: Unknown

With substantial architectural details, this is a beautiful example of a concrete arch bridge.

Newhall Bridge
HSR

Sheridan Road Over Ravine Number 2 in Glencoe: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1923 By: Unknown

One of three bridges on this section of Sheridan Road that are noted for a decorative stone arch facing.

Newport Bridge
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Red Hill Road (Market Street, PA-34) Over Juniata River in Newport: Perry County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 691 ft. Main Span: 172 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1934 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is an uncommon surviving multi-span example of its type in Pennsylvania.

Newtown Turnpike Bridge
HSR

Newtown Turnpike Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Westport: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 41 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: Louis J. Bacco Construction Company of Stamford, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

New York Street Memorial Bridge
HSR

New York Street Over Fox River in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 670 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1931 By: John Ward Company of Aurora, Illinois and Seidel Studios of Chicago, Illinois and Engineering Service Company of Aurora, Illinois

This unique bridge was designed as a beautiful memorial to World War I veterans.

Niagara Hydro Canal Northern Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Niagara Hydro Canal in Niagara Falls: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

One of three remaining concrete arch bridges over the Niagara Hydro Canal.

Niagara Parkway Black Creek Bridge
HSR

Niagara Parkway Over Black Creek in Fort Erie: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

With ornate metal railing panels and a stone facing on the arch, this is a very beautiful bridge.

Nichols Road Bridge
HSR

Nichols Road Over Misteguay Creek in Rural: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

One of the best representative examples in a group of bridges in the county that exhibit an unusual variation of a standard plan.

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Nicol Road Bridge
HSR

Nicol Road Over Black River in Rural: Sanilac County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

The last public truss bridge in Sanilac County, this structure was demolished, despite its remarkably excellent truss condition.

Niles Road Bridge
HSR

Niles Road (M-63) Over Yellow Creek in Rural: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 42.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This culvert-like bridge is the type of bridge that hardly anyone even knows is there, yet it was designed to look nice.

Nickelsen Creek Private Bridge 2
HSR

Private Drive Over Nickelsen Creek in Rural: Adams County, Indiana, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small riveted pony truss serves a private drive.

Niles Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Amtrak and Norfolk Southern) Over St. Joseph River and US-31 BR in Niles: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 640 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1899 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan

Both unusual and impressive, this is a large four-span structure.

Nishisakawick Creek Bridge
HSR

River Road Over Nishisakawick Creek in Frenchtown: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 57 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An example of a distinctive early 20th century truss bridge form.

Nithvale Bridge
Nith Road Bridge
HSR

Nith Road Over Nith River in Ayr: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1883 By: Unknown

Located in a scenic wooded setting is this abandoned and ancient truss bridge.

Nokomis Avenue Bridge
HSR

Nokomis Avenue Over Minnehaha Creek in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This concrete t-beam bridge has an arch-shaped fascia beam to make it look like a concrete arch bridge.

Norfolk Railroad Bascule Bridges
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Eastern Branch Elizabeth River in Norfolk: Norfolk Independent City, Virginia, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

These are two very large bascule spans, and one still operates.

Norfolk Southern Cuyahoga River Bridge
Nickel Plate Road High Level Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,010 ft. Main Span: 267 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Koch Steel Erecting Company of New York, New York and Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and Hardesty and Hanover of New York, New York

This bridge features an impressive elevated approach system that includes additional truss spans.

Norman Road Bridge
HSR

Norman Road Over Black River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This bridge has a distinctive pier detail and built-up riveted stringers.

Normans Kill Ravine Bridge
Normanskill Farm Bridge
HSR

Mill Road Over Normans Kill Ravine in Albany: Albany County, New York, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 113 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 17.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1867 By: Simon DeGraff of Syracuse, New York and Squire Whipple

With cast iron floor beams, this is one of the most intact Whipple arch bridges remaining and one of the oldest metal bridges in the country.

Normandy Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Normandy Road in Royal Oak: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: A. Guthrie and Company of St. Paul, Minnesota

One of a group of similar railroad over highway bridges in the county associated with a significant project.

North Avenue Bridge
HSR

North Avenue Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Westport: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 26.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Peter Mitchell Construction Company of Greenwich, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

North Avenue Bridge
HSR

North Avenue Over Fox River in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 546 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This unusual bridge has an intersection on it in the middle where it touches the tip of Hurds Island.

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North Avenue Bridge
HSR

North Avenue Over North Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 273 ft. Main Span: 173 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and City of Chicago

One of the oldest bridges in Chicago, historic significance and beauty were not enough to save this bridge from the dumpster.

North Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over North Avenue in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

A representative example of a typical railroad overpass in Aurora.

Cherry Avenue Bridge
Bridge Number Z-2
HSR

Railroad (Baltimore and Ohio Chicago Terminal Railroad) and Non-Motorized Walkway Over North Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Bobtail)

Length: 230 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This extremely rare bobtail swing bridge, restored and open to the non-motorized traffic, is the most unusual and significant swing bridge in Cook County.

Cherry Street Bridge
Ship Channel Bridge
HSR

Cherry Street Over Ship Channel in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This massive bridge is an extremely rare Canadian example of this noteworthy bascule design.

North Canal Bridge
HSR

Access Road Over North Canal in Lawrence: Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A small, lightweight pony truss that likely was originally built for the use of area mills and industry.

North Canal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over North Canal in Lawrence: Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A short but massive, heavilly skewed railroad bridge was restored for pedestrians.

North Cass Street Bridge
HSR

North Cass Street Over Boardman River in Traverse City: Grand Traverse County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1960 By: W. H. Harvie

An early pre-stressed concrete structure with attractive and unaltered railings.

North Custer Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over North Custer Road in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

One of three concrete encased deck plate girder overpasses on this stretch of railroad in Monroe and Lenawee Counties.

North Grand River Avenue Bridge
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North Grand River Avenue Over Grand River in Lansing: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 205 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 35.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1924 By: Unknown

The last remaining arch bridge in Ingham County and one of a shrinking number of multi-span arch bridges statewide, this bridge was rehabilitated, but with disappointing loss of its attractive R4 railings.

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North Main Street Bridge
Putin Bridge
HSR

North Main Street (TR-388) Over Nescopeck Creek in Rural: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This bridge was a fairly early example of a truss bridge with riveted connections, and was built by a prolific in-state builder.

North Milford Road Bridge
HSR

North Milford Road Over Shamona Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A very small stone arch bridge in good condition.

North Shore Drive Bridge
Ox Creek Bridge
HSR

North Shore Drive Over Ox Creek in Benton Harbor: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Culvert, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Culvert, Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Span: 9 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: Unknown

With very long railing panels, this is an early and unusual example of a cast-in-place culvert.

Northland Drive Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (White Pine Rail-Trail) Over Northland Drive (Old US-131) in Rural: Mecosta County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

A traditionally composed example of a plate girder railroad grade separation.

Northern Pacific Bridge Number 9
Bohemian Flats Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Dinkytown Trail Rail-Trail) Over Mississippi River in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 952 ft. Main Span: 245 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1885 By: Edge Moor Bridge Works of Wilmington, Delaware and Charles Frederick Loweth and Onward Bates

Long ago, this bridge had a third truss line added in the middle, an unusual and historical alteration.

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North Island Park Bridge
HSR

Fox River Trail (Non-Motorized Traffic) Over Fox River East Channel in Geneva: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 183 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 8.2 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1931 By: Wilson Brothers of Geneva, Illinois

Despite its beauty and unique design, Geneva has chosen to demolish and replace this historic bridge.

North Park Street Bridge
HSR

Riverside Park Drive Over Grand River Inlet in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 116 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: New Jersey Bridge Company of Manasquan, New Jersey

Part of a bittersweet tale, this was once part of one of a giant multi-span truss bridge north of this park.

North Road Bridge
HSR

North Road Over Shiawassee River in Fenton: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: E. H. Shuttleworth and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a short, but old and intact example of its particular design.

Perrine Road Bridge
Gratiot Avenue Bridge / North Saginaw Road Bridge
HSR

Perrine Road Over Sturgeon Creek in Rural: Midland County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Sarnia Bridge Company of Sarnia, Ontario and Michigan State Highway Department

A large Parker pony truss with great historic significance, which has moved two times!

North Street Bridge
HSR

North Street Over Flaugherty Creek in Meyersdale: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 97 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

Located in a historic district, this bridge clearly shows the style of its builder.

North Union Street Bridge
HSR

North Union Street Over Boardman River in Traverse City: Grand Traverse County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1955 By: B. H. Sargent of Grand Rapids, Michigan

One of several older bridges in Traverse City with attractive and unaltered railings.

Northwestern Railroad Bridge
Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul, Minneapolis, and Omaha Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Chippewa River in Eau Claire: Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 17 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quintuple Warren) Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 890 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1880 By: Leighton Bridge and Iron Works of Rochester, New York

This iconic and ancient bridge is nationally significant as one of the only known quintuple intersection Warren truss bridges.

Northwood Boulevard Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Northwood Boulevard in Royal Oak: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: A. Guthrie and Company of St. Paul, Minnesota

One of a group of similar railroad over highway bridges in the county associated with a significant project.

Nortonville Bridge
HSR

US-130 (Crown Point Road) Over Oldmans Creek in Nortonville: Gloucester County, New Jersey and Salem County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 228 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Vare Construction Company and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

One of three historic vertical lift bridges in the area, this one no longer operates for boats.

Norway Lake Road Girder Bridge
HSR

Norway Lake Road (CR-581) Over East Branch Sturgeon River in Rural: Dickinson County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Moore and Moore and Michigan State Highway Department

A late, but good and unaltered example of a concrete girder bridge in Michigan.

Norwich Street Bridge
Wellington Foundry Bridge / Inglis-Hunter Bridge
HSR

Norwich Street East Over Speed River in Guelph: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This is among the oldest documented metal truss bridges in Ontario, and has some unusual details.

New Troy Bridge
Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Mill Road (Avery Road) Over Galien River in New Troy: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 60 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: W. Marshall and Sons of Grand Rapids, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This historic bridge was bypassed by a modern bridge and was saved from demolition by the community of New Troy who beautifully restored it and made a park around it!

Nubia Bridge
Elm Street Extension Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over Park Grounds in Groton: Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1877 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This primitive-looking bridge was a special patent that creative engineers designed using railroad rails.

Nutt Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Nutt Road (PA-113 and PA-23) in Phoenixville: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A traditional plate girder overpass.

NY-8 Sacandaga River Bridge
HSR

NY-8 Over Sacandaga River in Rural: Hamilton County, New York, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 286 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 33.8 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1934 By: Unknown

This is a deck plate girder with different span lengths that has been rehabilitated.

NY-96 Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over NY-96 in Rural: Ontario County, New York, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This overpass has some subtle aesthetic details and was built by a noteworthy bridge company.

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Watervliet Road Bridge
HSR

Watervliet Road (Old M-140) Over Paw Paw Lake Outlet in Watervliet: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: W. B. Rogers and Michigan State Highway Department

Despite historic significance, integrity, and beauty, Berrien County elected to demolish this bridge.

Oak Forest Road Bridge
HSR

Oak Forest Road (PA-3013) Over 10 Mile Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: E. B. and B. F. Lippincott and T. B. Dinsmore

Although they are crumbling, this bridge is noted for retaining its original ornate balustrade railing.

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Oak Ridge Road Bridge
HSR

Oak Ridge Road (PA-4061) Over Brush Run in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

One of several riveted Queenpost truss bridges in the county, this bridge was not maintained and it deteriorated severely.

Oak Street Bridge
Island Park Bridge
HSR

Oak Street Over Chippewa River in Mt. Pleasant: Isabella County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 71 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 10.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Beautifully preserved, this bridge has excellent integrity and displays the innovative, distinctive details of its builder.

Oaks Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Reading Railroad) Over Schuylkill River in Oaks: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania and Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

A traditional deck plate girder on a combination of stone and concrete piers.

Oakland Avenue Bridge
HSR

Oakland Avenue Over Railroad (Midtown Greenway Rail-Trail) in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 31.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1915 By: Unknown

A representative example of over twenty historic bridges that are part of the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad Grade Separation Historic District

Oakway Trail Bridge
HSR

Oakway Trail Over Canoe Stream in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This attractive bridge has arched railings that compliment the bridge arch.

Oakwood Avenue Bridge
HSR

Oakwood Avenue Over Shiawassee River in Owosso: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 134 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Roadway: 19.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A rare, ancient Whipple truss is maintained for pedestrian use.

Oakwood Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Oakwood Boulevard Over Railroad (Metra Electric District, NICTD South Shore Line, Former Illinois Central) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 261 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This bridge is the last of what was once a series of similar bridges in the area.

Oakwoods Metropark Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Penn Central) Over Huron River in Rural: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

Michigan has very few concrete arch railroad bridges, making this a very rare bridge in the state.

Oceana Drive Bridge
Old US-31 Bridge
HSR

Oceana (Old US-31) Over Pentwater River in Hart: Oceana County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1954 By: Gene Fewell and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is noteworthy in Michigan for its span length and importance as a crossing for the local area.

Ocqueoc Falls Highway Bridge
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Ocqueoc Falls Highway Over Ocqueoc River in Rural: Presque Isle County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 57 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: John Decker of Rogers City, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A rare remaining early example of a state highway department concrete arch bridge.

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Oelke Road Bridge
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Oelke Road Over North Branch Macon Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This is the oldest and largest of the Monroe County pony trusses, and retains original pipe guardrails.

Ogden Avenue Bridge
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Railroad (Baltimore and Ohio) Over Ogden Avenue (US-34) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

This was designed as a beautiful and unique railroad overpass but was defaced and ruined by painting advertisements on it.

Ogden Pegram Truss Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Weber River in Ogden: Weber County, Utah, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pegram Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 157 ft. Main Span: 157 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Edge Moor Bridge Works of Wilmington, Delaware

One of the most important bridges in the state of Utah is this well-preserved extremely rare Pegram patent truss bridge.

Ohio River Boulevard Eckert Street Bridge
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Ohio River Boulevard (PA-65) Over Eckert Street in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 510 ft. Main Span: 270 ft. Roadway: 49 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Booth and Flinn Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

This is a very large and impressive concrete arch structure, one of several such structures in Pittsburgh.

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Ohio River Boulevard Lowries Run Bridge
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Ohio River Boulevard (PA-65) Over Lowries Run in Emsworth: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Booth and Flinn Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

This plate girder retained original railings and was located at the historic end of the Ohio River Blvd.

Ohio River Boulevard Spruce Run Bridge
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Ohio River Boulevard (PA-65) Over Spruce Run and Spruce Road in Ben Avon: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 630 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Booth and Flinn Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

One of several large and impressive concrete arch bridges on the Ohio River Boulevard.

Ohio River Boulevard Verner Avenue Bridge
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Ohio River Boulevard (PA-65) Over Verner Avenue in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 390 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 47.9 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Booth and Flinn Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

This historic bridge has been decimated by unsightly and severe alteration.

Ohio Street Bridge
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Ohio Street (I-90 / I-94 Ramp) Over North Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 367 ft. Main Span: 219 ft. Roadway: 76 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1961 By: Unknown and City of Chicago

An attractive and impressive deck truss bascule span carries an expressway ramp.

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Ohio Street Bridge
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Ohio Street Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 69 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Featuring a wide, three truss design, unusual girder-supported sidewalks, and attractive railings, this bridge is in need of attention.

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Ohl Street Bridge
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Ohl Street Over Shenango River in Greenville: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 256 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1909 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This ornate two-span bridge is also noted for its width and location in a potential historic district.

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Okemos Road Northbound Bridge
Okemos Camelback Bridge
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Okemos Road Northbound Over Red Cedar River in Okemos: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 90 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Wolverine Engineering Company of Mason, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This gorgeous and important structure was rehabilitated, and is recognized by the local community as a historically and visually significant landmark.

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Okemos Road Southbound Bridge
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Okemos Road Southbound Over Red Cedar in Okemos: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin and Hanger Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: W. L. Eva of Howell, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This steel stringer sits next to an impressive concrete camelback, forming an attractive couplet of bridges.

Cambridge Avenue Bridge
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Cambridge Avenue (Park Road) Over Swartz Creek in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

Although among the smaller Flint arch bridges, and with deteriorating railings, this bridge is in a more scenic setting.

Bairdstown Bridge
Old Blairsville Bridge
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Market Street (PA-2002) Over Conemaugh River in Blairsville: Indiana County, Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 358 ft. Main Span: 290 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Freeland McHale and PA and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This bridge features a Baltimore truss configuration unlike other period bridges in the state.

Old Black Creek Bridge
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Park Trail (Old Highway Alignment) Over Black Creek in Norton Shores: Muskegon County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

Located on very old abandoned alignment, this bridge appears to be one of the oldest concrete girder bridges in Michigan.

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Old Blevins Road Bridge
CR-451 Bridge
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Old Blevins Road (CR-451) Over I-35 in Rural: Falls County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 212 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1958 By: Unknown

The Texas form of a curved t-beam overpass is revealed as a streamlined, slim, and graceful design.

Old Bridge Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 220430
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Old Bridge Road Over Prairie Creek in Near Cedar Rapids: Linn County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

This bridge was built by a long-lived and noteworthy bridge company.

Old Clifton Mills Road Bridge
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Old Clifton Mills Road (CR 8-4) Over Big Sandy Creek in Rural: Preston County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 10.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge displays the earlier Pratt truss design built by the prolific Wrought Iron Bridge Company.

Old Clinton Road Bridge
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Old Clinton Road Over South Branch Raritan River in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 128 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1901 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A relatively early highway truss with riveted connections.

Old Dansville Mt. Morris Road Bridge
Cumminsville Bridge
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Dansville Mt. Morris Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Canaseraga Creek in Dansville: Livingston County, New York, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is an early and unaltered example of a concrete arch bridge in New York State.

Old Darlington Bridge
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Plum Street (Abandoned Section) Over North Fork Little Beaver Creek in Darlington: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional pony truss is abandoned and overgrown.

Old Derry Road Bridge
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Old Derry Road Over Credit River in Mississauga: Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 131 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This pony truss is noted for its extremely long span length.

Old Detroit-Superior Bridge Approach Spans
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Detroit and Superior Avenues (Old Alignment) Over Various Streets in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Built 1878 By: Unknown

These impressive set of arch spans once led up to a swing span over the river.

Old Duncans Bridge
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Old Duncans Grade Road Over Austin Creek in Rural: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 265 ft. Main Span: 117 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This two span through truss a short distance off of the main road has been closed to traffic.

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Old East Shore Road Bridge
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East Shore Road (Old Alignment) Over West Branch Ontonagon River in Rural: Ontonagon County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small Warren pony truss, a bridge type that is uncommon in this region.

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Shewfelt Bridge
Old Goulais Road Bridge
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Old Goulais Bay Road Over Goulais River in Rural: Algoma District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Double-Truss, Single-Story Bailey Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1944 By: Unknown

An old and long example of a Bailey truss, piers for this bridge were failing.

Old Gravel Pike Bridge
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Old Gravel Pike Over Swamp Creek in Rural: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Arch, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1915 By: B. A. Sheeler and James Cresson

This attractive stone arch sits closed and deteriorated on old highway alignment.

Old IN-37 Bridge
Morgan County Bridge 224
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Old IN-37 Over Indian Creek in Rural: Morgan County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 237 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This is an uncommon multi-span pony truss, and an early state standard plan.

Old IN-46 Arch Bridge
Brown County Bridge 66
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Old IN-46 Over Greasy Creek in Nashville: Brown County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small, traditional, and unaltered concrete arch bridge that was widened long ago.

Old IN-47 Truss Bridge
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Abandoned IN-46 Alignment Over North Fork Salt Creek in Rural: Brown County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an abandoned state standard pony truss in Indiana.

Old IN-67 Bridge
Morgan County Bridge 146, Burnett's Creek Bridge
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Old IN-67 Over Lambs Creek in Rural: Morgan County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

An example of this prolific builder's later through truss design, distinguished by an a-frame portal bracing.

Old IN-120 Bridge
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Old IN-120 Over Pigeon River in Rural: Lagrange County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This beautiful bridge appears to be the last historic bridge of any kind in Lagrange County.

Old Lake Street Bridge
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Multi-Use Trail (Old Lake Street) Over Carp River in Marquette: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small plate girder sits on steel caissons and appears to be a former highway bridge

Old M-26 West Branch Firesteel River Bridge
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Old M-26 Over West Branch Firesteel River in Rural: Ontonagon County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is an unusual arch bridge that sits buried in the woods on a long-abandoned alignment of M-26.

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Old M-28 Hickey Creek Bridge
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Old M-28 Over Hickey Creek in Rural: Baraga County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: G. E. Warden Company of Eau Claire, Wisconsin and Michigan State Highway Department

This example of a straight chord through girder has excellent historic integrity.

Old M-28 Rock River Bridge
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Old M-28 Over Rock River in Rural: Baraga County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 60 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: G. E. Warden Company of Eau Claire, Wisconsin and Michigan State Highway Department

This excellent, unaltered concrete camelback bridge is hidden away on former trunk line alignment, today a quiet local dirt road.

Old M-35 Bridge
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Old M-35 Over Rochereau Creek in Rural: Menominee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This tiny arch bridge has the names of its builders inscribed in a difficult-to-read script.

Old M-95 Bridge
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Old M-95 Over Michigamme River in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan and Dickinson County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of a disturbingly small number of surviving unaltered concrete arch bridges remaining in Michigan.

Old Mill Bridge
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Old Mill Road (Catherine Street) Over Humber River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1916 By: Arnot Construction Company of Toronto, Ontario and Frank Barber of Toronto, Ontario

This beautiful stone faced concrete arch bridge was designed by a noted area engineer.

Old Mill Road Bridge
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Old Mill Road Over Owens Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 69 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

An extremely old example of an important, regionally prolific bridge company.

Old Mill Road Bridge
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Old Mill Road (TR-421) Over White Deer Hole Creek in Rural: Union County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Unknown

This bridge has excellent integrity and is an early example of standardization in truss composition.

Old Oberlin Elyria Road Bridge
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Oberlin Elyria Road (Old Alignment) Over West Branch Black River in Elyria: Lorain County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown and Ohio State Highway Department

This is an extremely rare surviving example of a rainbow arch in Ohio and has been bypassed and abandoned.

Old Ojibway Island Drive Bridge
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Ojibway Island Drive (Old Alignment) Over Lake Linton Channel in Saginaw: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

One of the best examples of a rigid-frame bridge in the state, this bridge was preserved for non-motorized traffic.

Old PA-21 T-Beam Bridge
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Old PA-21 (PA-1016) Over Little Whiteley Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

A good representative example of a relatively early t-beam bridge.

Old PA-21 Arch Bridge
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Old PA-21 (PA-1016) Over Little Whiteley Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

A small, attractive arch bridge with good historic integrity.

Old State Road Bridge
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Old State Road Over Ausable River in Ausable Chasm: Clinton County, New York and Essex County, New York, United States

Metal Continuous 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This rare continuous pin-connected pony truss sits in an exctremely beautiful setting with its pier built into natural rock next to a waterfall.

Hope Bridge
Rip Rap Road Bridge
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Rip Rap Road (Great Miami Recreational Trail) Over Great Miami River in Dayton: Montgomery County, Ohio, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 306 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

Although it is a bridge to nowhere these days, the largest truss span in the county received a well-deserved restoration.

Old Sandbank Road Bridge
Spencer Road Bridge
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Sandbank Road (Old Alignment) / Spencer Road Over Buttermilk Creek in Near Ithaca: Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

Within view of beautiful Buttermilk Falls, this is a small but complete and very old truss bridge.

Old Schuylkill Road Bridge
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Old Schuylkill Road Over Pigeon Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1804 By: James Brooke

This small stone arch structure is the oldest bridge in Chester County.

Old Skeena Bridge
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Lakelse Avenue (BC-37) Over Skeena River in Terrace: Kitimat-Stikine District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This bridge is an impressive example of its kind and is a very long one-lane bridge.

Old Skeena Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Skeena River in Terrace: Kitimat-Stikine District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Vancouver, British Columbia

This multi-span truss bridge is noteworthy for its curved design.

Old Stone Railway Bridge
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Abandoned Alignment Over Sherbrooke Creek in Rural: Columbia-Shuswap District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This metal truss bridge is named after its stone approach spans.

Old Telegraph Road Bridge
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Abandoned Alignment of US-24 (Telegraph Road) Over Stony Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This abandoned bridge likely has an interesting history and is an extremely rare multi-span concrete through girder.

Old TR-428 Bridge
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TR-428 (Abandoned Road) Over Coxes Creek in Rural: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is severely overgrown and is hard to photograph.

Old US-2 Bridge
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Private Drive (Old US-2) Over Little Black River in Rural: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 60 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is skewed example of a concrete camelback bridge in good condition.

Old US-2 Cisco Branch Ontonagon River Bridge
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Old US-2 Over Cisco Branch Ontonagon River in Rural: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

Although it suffers from deteriorating railings, this bridge is an early and unaltered example of its type.

Old US-2 Little Fishdam River Bridge
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Old US-2 (N-32) Over Little Fishdam River in Rural: Delta County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 26 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is one of the smallest through girder bridges known to remain in Michigan.

Old US-2 Middle Branch Ontonagon River Bridge
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Old US-2 Over Middle Branch Ontonagon River in Rural: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a large and unaltered example of a bridge design Michigan used for small-span crossings.

Bavington Bridge
Old US-22 Bridge
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US-22 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Raccoon Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This concrete arch bridge was bypassed and abandoned.

Old US-27 Bridge
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Old US-27 Over Emory River in Rural: Morgan County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 143 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is a small state-designed truss bridge on old highway alignment.

Old US-141 Bridge
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Old US-141 Over Hemlock River in Amasa: Iron County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 60 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Samuel Mills of Escanaba, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is a great and increasingly rare example of a concrete camelback bridge that deserves preservation.

Old US-41 Collapsed Culvert
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Old US-41 Over Lateral Creek in Rural: Baraga County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Culvert, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny concrete culvert collapsed and had a replacement structure put in place on top of it.

Old US-41 Culvert
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Old US-41 Over Unnamed Stream in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This concrete culvert appears to be an example of small-scale bridge construction on old US-41 alignment.

Old US-41 Peshekee River Bridge
Trunk Line Bridge Number 1
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Abandoned US-41 Alignment Over Peshekee River in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1914 By: Powell and Mitchell of Marquette, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

Not only is this the longest concrete through girder bridge in Michigan it was the first Michigan state trunk line bridge ever built!

Old US-41 Tioga River Bridge
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Old US-41 Over Tioga River in Rural: Baraga County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This appears to be an old, possibly pre-1920 example of a concrete girder bridge.

Old US-41 Pike River Bridge
Trunk Line Bridge Number 8
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Old US-41 (CR-C117) Over Pike River in Rural: Houghton County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 38 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Smith-Byers-Sparks Company of Houghton, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This small bridge is one of the first state highway bridges built in Michigan.

Old US-41 Big Cedar River Bridge
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Golf Course Pathway Over Golf Course Waterway in Rural: Menominee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Unknown

This attractive riveted pony truss is fairly unusual among surviving metal truss bridges in Michigan.

Old US-41 Backwater Creek Bridge
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Private Drive (Old US-41 Alignment) Over Backwater Creek in Rural: Baraga County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Northwestern Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is an excellent example of an early state standard pony truss bridge.

Old US-41 Sturgeon River Bridge
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Old US-41 Over Sturgeon River in Rural: Baraga County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 75 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

Hidden away on this old highway alignment is this outstanding example of a concrete camelback bridge.

Old US-45 Bridge
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Old US-45 Over Duck Creek in Rural: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny abandoned bridge is a reminder that this partially abandoned road was one part of US-45.

Old Williams Road Bridge
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Old Williams Road Over Town Creek in Rural: Allegany County, Maryland, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 141 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This bridge has two different span designs and contrasts metal truss bridge technology.

Old Wilson's Bridge
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National Pike (Abandoned Alignment) Over Conococheague Creek in Rural: Washington County, Maryland, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 210 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1819 By: Silas Harry of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

This is the oldest among a rich collection of stone arch bridges in this county.

Old WV-2 Bridge
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Old WV-2 Over Dry Run in Rural: Wetzel County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Wetzel Engineering Company of New Martinsville, West Virginia

A small concrete arch bridge that has not been used for a very long time.

Old WV-7 Bridge
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Old WV-7 Over Little Fishing Creek in Rural: Wetzel County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 111 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This very long single span pony truss features a large top chord as a result.

Old Zoar Bridge
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Old CR-82 Over Tuscarawas River in Near Dover: Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States

Metal Continuous 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1883 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This unusual three span bridge is an extremely rare and early example of a continuous pin-connected truss bridge.

Olde 8 Road Bridge
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Olde 8 Road Over I-80 (Ohio Turnpike) in Boston Heights: Summit County, Ohio, United States

Metal Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 288 ft. Main Span: 216 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Unknown

Perhaps the only interesting thing to be found on the entire Ohio Turnpike, this is an unusual riveted steel arch overpass.

Olympic Island Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Inner Harbour in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This inviting park foot bridge on the Toronto Islands is a slender, graceful structure that showcases the aesthetic potential of concrete.

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O'Neil Road Bridge
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O'Neil Road Over South Branch Pine River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 20 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

A tiny wooden decked beam bridge that was known for blending in with its surroundings.

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Omega Road Bridge
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Omega Road (TR-145) Over Vermilion River in Rural: Huron County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

An attractive example of a traditional 1920s era truss bridge.

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Oneida and Western Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Big South Fork in Rural: Scott County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Although once-common, very few railroad Whipple truss bridges remain today.

Ontonagon Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Escanaba and Lake Superior Railroad) Over Ontonagon River in Ontonagon: Ontonagon County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 470 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1899 By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

A rare and early surviving example of a multi-span railroad pony truss bridge.

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Orchard Place Bridge
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Orchard Place Over Willow Creek in Des Plaines: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 58 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This is a small, old concrete arch bridge designed with simplicity in mind.

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Ord Street Bridge
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Ord Street (PA-669) Over Casselman River in Salisbury: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: Trimpey and Whipkey

An attractive and representative example of a Pennsylvania t-beam bridge, in a potential historic district.

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O'Reilly's Bridge
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Oreilly's Road Over Welland River in Rural: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

Despite its beauty and historic significance as a rare pinned camelback truss in Canada, this structure was demolished.

Orient Bridge
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OH-762 (Old Alignment) Over Big Darby Creek in Rural (Near Orient): Pickaway County, Ohio, United States

Metal 15 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 225 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Cleveland Bridge and Iron Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This is a very large and ornate Whipple truss that has been bypassed by a new bridge and left for its historic and aesthetic value.

Orleans Street Bridge
Bridge Number 103.1, Clayton Hale Pedestrian Bridge
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Orleans Street Walkway Over Railroad (Illinois Central) in Paxton: Ford County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 127 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

One of two pedestrian truss bridges crossing the railroad in Paxton.

Orndorff Road Bridge
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Orndorff Road (TR-491) Over Smith Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: E. B. and B. F. Lippincott and T. B. Dinsmore

This is an unaltered example of a concrete t-beam bridge.

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Oscar Bridge
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Rose Valley - Slabtown Road (PA-1028) Over South Fork Pine Creek in Oscar (Rural): Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 26.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Minns Brothers

This bridge showcases a historic standard plan stringer design in Pennsylvania.

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Oshkosh Railroad Bridge
Oshkosh Swing Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Fox River in Oshkosh: Winnebago County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Unknown

This extremely rare and significant lattice truss swing bridge was demolished and replaced.

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Ostend Bridge
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Bethlehem Hill Road (PA-3001) Over Chest Creek in Ostend (Mahaffey): Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 158 ft. Main Span: 153 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

A very photogenic Parker truss example of a standard plan truss bridge Pennsylvania.

Wabash Bridge
Ottumwa Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Des Moines River in Ottumwa: Wapello County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 770 ft. Roadway: 10 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1888 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan

This skewed multi-span railroad bridge has been converted for pedestrian use.

Ottawa Lake Road Bridge
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Ottawa Lake Road Over Ottawa Lake Drain in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A small example of a concrete straight chord through girder in Michigan in decent condition.

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Ottawa Street Bridge
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Ottawa Street Over South Branch Muskegon River in Muskegon: Muskegon County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

Although an excellent example of its kind, this bridge has actually received more attention than it may have deserved.

Otway Bridge Approach Span
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Old OH-348 Over Scioto Brush Creek in Otway: Scioto County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown

This is an attractive truss bridge span that is an approach span for a covered bridge.

Ouaquaga Bridge
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Dutchtown Road (Doolittle Road) Over Susquehanna River in Ouaquaga: Broome County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 342 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1888 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

An extremely rare and ornate bridge in a beautiful setting.

Outer Drive Joy Road Bridge
Outer Drive Bonaparte Road Bridge
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Outer Drive Over Joy Road (Formerly Bonaparte Road) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

An example of a Wayne County Road Commission standard arch bridge used as an overpass.

Outer Drive Lower River Rouge Bridge
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Outer Drive Over Lower River Rouge in Dearborn: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Bishop and Weir of Detroit, Michigan

This is an attractive concrete arch bridge although its railings have been replaced.

Outer Drive Upper River Rouge Bridge
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Outer Drive Over Upper River Rouge in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1927 By: Unknown

Of the many old bridges in western Wayne County, this is one of the few with original decorative balustrade railings and light standards.

Owasco Lake Outlet Bridge
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Private Drive Over Owasco Lake Outlet in Rural: Cayuga County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a very unusual and rare example of a bedstead truss.

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Owego Turnpike Bridge
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Owego Turnpike (PA-3028) Over Lake Ariel Highway (PA-191) in Rural: Wayne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown

An example of a small highway over highway grade separation in Pennsylvania.

Owens Road Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Livonia, Avon and Lakeville) Over Cohocton River in Near Avoca: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad bridge is visible from nearby I-86.

Oxford-Waterloo Road Bridge
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Oxford-Waterloo Road Over Nith River in Wilmot Township and Blandford-Blenheim Township: Waterloo Region, Ontario and Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 153 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This attractive camelback truss adds interest to an otherwise simple country roadway.

PA-21 Muddy Creek Bridge
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E. Roy Furman Highway (PA-21) Over Muddy Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is a traitional highway plate girder bridge.

PA-21 North Fork Bridge
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Roy Furman Highway (PA-21) Over North Fork Dunkard Fork Wheeling Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 58 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

PA-21 South Fork Bridge
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Roy Furman Highway (PA-21) Over South Fork Dunkard Fork Wheeling Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 57 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

PA-21 South Fork 10 Mile Creek Bridge
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Roy Furman Highway (PA-21 and PA-18) Over South Fork 10 Mile Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This concrete arch is one of two in the county that had a beautiful and unique railing design.

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PA-93 Nescopeck Creek Bridge
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PA-93 Over Nescopeck Creek in Rural: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Correale Construction Company of Hazleton, Pennsylvania and Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This bridge is a good example of a state standard truss bridge, and is one of several historic bridges on this creek.

PA-287 Bridge
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PA-287 Over Larrys Creek in Salladasburg: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 158 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Farris Engineering (Bridge) Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This skewed through truss adds a great deal of beauty and interest to this road and the surrounding area.

PA-980 Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over PA-980 in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Unknown

We would be able to tell you who built this bridge if PennDOT had not mounted a clearance sign right on top of the builder name!

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Pail Factory Bridge
Pine Valley Road Bridge, County Bridge Number 32
HSR

Pine Valley Road (TR-545) Over Sugar Creek in Rural: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Whitaker and Diehl of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

This website managed to document this bridge two days before Pennsylvania destroyed this scenic bridge forever.

Paines Bridge
Smith Road Bridge, County Bridge Number 12
HSR

Smith Road (TR-358) Over Towanda Creek in Rural: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 127 ft. Main Span: 122 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: United Construction Company of Albany, New York

This traditional bridge was built by a little-known builder.

Paintersville Bridge
HSR

CA-160 Over Sacramento River in Rural: Sacramento County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 588 ft. Main Span: 226 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1923 By: Moore Dry Dock Company of Oakland, California and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

With fixed through truss approach spans and an impressive main bascule span, this is a nice looking example of a significant bascule type.

Pall Mall Bridge
York Homeplace Bridge
HSR

US-127 (North York Highway) Over Wolf River in Pall Mall: Fentress County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 159 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 23.9 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: J.M. Hickman Company

This is the last remaining truss bridge on public roads in Fentress County.

Pancake Clarkson Road Bridge
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Pancake Clarkson Road (TR-1031) Over North Fork Little Beaver Creek in Rural: Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 142 ft. Main Span: 139 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This is a fairly long span Pratt truss, and has very interesting railing details, characteristic of its builder.

Panhandle Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Port Authority T Line) Over Monongahela River, Railroad, and Local Streets in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 351 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Unknown

This impressive railroad bridge features a variety of span types and truss configurations.

Papermill Road Bridge
HSR

Papermill Road Over Conesus Outlet in Rural: Livingston County, New York, United States

Corrugated Multi-Plate Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 19 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1940 By: Unknown

A good example of this mock stone arch bridge type.

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Pardee Street Bridge
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Pardee Street Over Channel To Lake St. Clair in Harrison Township: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

This small bridge features a railing design not found on other Michigan bridges.

Paris Railway Bridge
Penman's Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Grand River in Paris: Brant County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 760 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

This is a large high level deck truss that remains in heavy use by trains.

Parker Bridge
HSR

PA-368 Over Allegheny River in Parker: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania and Clarion County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,140 ft. Main Span: 390 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1934 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

Noted for an distinctive slope, this is a truss bridge with a Parker configuration appropriately located in a community named Parker!

Park Avenue Bridge
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Park Avenue Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Fairfield: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Mariani Construction Company of New Haven, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Park Avenue Bridge
Bridge E-181
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Park Avenue Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Brockport: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 156 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Skene and Richmond of Louisa, Kentucky

One of two attractive and historic Erie Canal lift bridges in Brockport.

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Parke Lane Bridge
HSR

Parke Lane Over Thorofare Canal in Grosse Ile: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Cantilever Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Gosner and Flynn of Dearborn, Michigan

One of the most attractive and intact examples of the unusual Wayne County cantilevered concrete arch.

Park Road Bridge
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Park Road Over I-94 in Rural: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 382 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This representative example bridge is noted for its 48 degree skew.

Park Street Bridge
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Park Street Over Boardman River in Traverse City: Grand Traverse County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: B. H. Sargent of Grand Rapids, Michigan

One of several older bridges in Traverse City with attractive and unaltered railings.

Park Street Bridge
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Park Street Over Oakland Estuary in Alameda and Oakland: Alameda County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 433 ft. Main Span: 285 ft. Roadway: 64.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Mac Donald and Kahn of Los Angeles, California and County of Alameda Surveyors Office

Associated with Depression era relief programs, this is the wider of two nice looking historic bascule bridges in Alameda.

Parker Street Bridge
Bridge E-127
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Parker Street Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Fairport: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 121 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Lackawanna Bridge Company of Buffalo, New York

An unusual variation of the early 20th Century fixed Erie Canal bridges.

Parkersburg-Belpre Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Ohio River in Belpre and Parkersburg: Washington County, Ohio and Wood County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 4,397 ft. Main Span: 348 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1905 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio and John Edwin Greiner (J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois)

This impressive structure features a decorative portal bracing design and extensive approach system.

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Parma Railroad Overpass
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Michigan Avenue Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern and Amtrak) and Railroad Street in Parma: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 181 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1927 By: Peninsular Construction Company of Grand Rapids, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A rare example of a concrete excased steel stringer bridge in Michigan.

Parry Bridge
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Keil Drive Over Thames River in Chatham: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Railing Height Girder, Fixed

Length: 308 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 37.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario and Hazelet and Erdal of Chicago, Illinois

One of three riveted rolling lift bascule bridges in Chatham that no longer operate for boats.

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Parshallburg Bridge
Ditch Road Bridge
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Ditch Road Over Shiawassee River in Parshallburg: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Thacher Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 139 ft. Roadway: 17.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

One of the most important bridges in the country, it could have been Michigan's greatest success, but is instead Michigan's greatest failure.

Patterson Hill Road Bridge
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Patterson Hill Road Over Contoocook River in Rural: Merrimack County, New Hampshire, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York and Storrs and Storrs of Concord, New Hampshire

This preserved historic bridge was designed by a noteworthy local engineering firm.

Patterson Bridge
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CR-255 (CR-564) Over Crooked Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Missouri, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 97 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Decatur Bridge Company of Decatur, Illinois

A good representative example of a traditional bridge type.

Patterson Park Bridge North
Patterson Park Bridge West
HSR

Patterson Park Road Over Rio Grande Creek in Rural: Muskegon County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

One of two unusual little bridges located in a park setting.

Patterson Park Bridge South
Patterson Park Bridge East
HSR

Patterson Park Road Over Rio Grande Creek in Rural: Muskegon County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

One of two unusual little bridges located in a park setting.

Patterson Road Bridge
HSR

Patterson Road (ME-197) Over Eastern River in Rural: Lincoln County, Maine, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 296 ft. Main Span: 262 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Pittsburgh - Des Moines Steel Company

This impressive bridge is noted in Maine for the length of its truss span.

Paul L. Davis Memorial Bridge
High Street Bridge
HSR

High Street (ME-209) Over US-1 (Leeman Highway) in Bath: Sagadahoc County, Maine, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Unknown

Although partially altered, this bridge is a rare and good example of a rigid-frame overpass.

Paw Paw Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Paw Paw River in Paw Paw: Van Buren County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny bridge is noted for its lattice railing.

Paw Paw River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Paw Paw River in Benton Harbor: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Although significantly altered and no longer able to raise for boats, this bridge is an unusual and perhaps unexpected bascule bridge.

Pawlings Road Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Pawlings Road in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This plate girder overpass is configured as two structures sharing the same abutments.

Payne Road Bridge
HSR

Payne Road Over Prescott Brook in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A bridge displaying the distinctive details of its builders, but heavilly altered.

Peace Bridge
HSR

Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) Over Niagara River in Buffalo and Fort Erie: Erie County, New York and Niagara Region, Ontario, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,580 ft. Main Span: 423 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1927 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Edward P. Lupfer of Buffalo, New York and William Russell Davis

This signature bridge is a beautiful combination of graceful deck arch arch spans and an impressive through truss span.

Pearl Street Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Abandoned Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Pearl Street in Covington: Miami County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two examples in Covington, this bridge is a classic stone arch overpass.

Pearl Street Bridge
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Pearl Street Over Grand River in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Culvert, Fixed

Length: 484 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 49 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1922 By: Koss Construction Company of Des Moines, Iowa and Westcott Engineering Company of Chicago, Illinois

This impressive concrete arch bridge was drastically altered to function as a pre-stressed concrete bridge, but still retains an attractive appearance.

Peevy Road Bridge
HSR

Peevy Road Over Perkiomen Creek in Rural: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio

This bridge is one of the best examples of the unusual Columbia Bridge Works truss details in the country.

Peltier Road Bridge
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Peltier Road Over Mokelumne River in Rural: San Joaquin County, California, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 881 ft. Main Span: 152 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: A. A. Edmondson of Glendale, California and A. L. Miller of Sacramento, California

This bridge includes a through truss span and a fairly long series of concrete approach spans.

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Pembroke Avenue Bridge
HSR

Pembroke Avenue Over Southfield Freeway (M-39) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1962 By: Charles J. Rogers Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

One of a handful of overpasses that were the last examples of an unusual variation of an attractive Michigan railing design.

Penn Manor Road Bridge
HSR

Penn Manor Road (PA-4010) Over Brush Creek Branch in Manor: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This tiny arch bridge once had attractive balustrade railings.

Penn Street Bridge
Penn Street Viaduct
HSR

Penn Street (US-422 Business) Over Schuylkill River, Front Street, and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Reading: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,337 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 55 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1913 By: L. H. Focht and Son and Benjamin Herman Davis

This large and impressive concrete arch bridge is a fairly old example of its type and is a centerpiece for the city.

Pennsylvania Avenue Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Pennsylvania Avenue in Lansing: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: Anderson and Company of Chicago, Illinois

A railroad overpass that retains good historic integrity.

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Pennsylvania Turnpike Allegheny River Bridge
HSR

I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) Over Allegheny River in Near Oakmont: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,186 ft. Main Span: 534 ft. Roadway: 61 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1951 By: Unknown and Modjeski and Masters

This large and early expressway structure was demolished and replaced.

Pennsylvania Turnpike Railroad Overpass
HSR

Access Drive (Former Railroad) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission

This overpass originally carried a railroad line, but today is an access road for turnpike workers.

Pennsylvania Turnpike Brush Creek Bridge
HSR

Pennsylvania Turnpike (I-76) Over Brush Creek, Railroad, and Broadway Street (PA-993) in Rural: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,001 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 80 ft. Main Spans: 10

Built 1952 By: Unknown

A large deck plate girder bridge that was widened by adding a stringer bridge.

Pennsylvania Turnpike Ramp Bridge
HSR

Pennsylvania Turnpike (I-76) Ramp Over US-30 (Historic Lincoln Highway) in Rural: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 54 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

One of the only examples of a Pennsylvania Turnpike overpass that has been preserved, and will eventually be one of the last surviving.

Pennsylvania Turnpike Exit 201 Bridge
HSR

I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) Over Turnpike Ramp in Rural: Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 99 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

One of the disappearing examples of original Pennsylvania Turnpike overpasses, this is an uncommon freeway over highway overpass with integrity.

Pennypack Creek Bridge
Frankford Avenue Bridge
HSR

Frankford Avenue (US-13) Over Pennypack Creek in Philadelphia: Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 37 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1697 By: Unknown

This is the oldest highway bridge in the United States!

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Penetangore River Bridge
Huron Terrace Bridge
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Huron Terrace Over Penetangore River in Kincardine: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This impressive deck truss retains excellent historic integrity and is a significant part of Canadian heritage and innovation.

Pentoga Road Bridge
HSR

Pentoga Road (Cherry Avenue) Over Brule River in Pentoga: Iron County, Michigan and Florence County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This pony truss, a locally rare bridge type, has had some unusual alterations.

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Perry Highway Bridge
Iron Bridge
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Perry Highway (US-19) Over Neshannock Creek in Rural: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 133 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This bridge was significantly altered when its sway bracing was changed and moved outside of the bridge.

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Perry Road Bridge
HSR

Perry Road Over Thread Creek in Rural: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

One of several representative examples of small scale bridge construction in the late 1920s and early 1930s in the county.

Perth Street Bridge
HSR

Perth Street Over Railroad (Canadian National) in Wilmot Township (New Hamburg): Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an odd little plate girder with wooden approach spans.

Peshekee River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Duluth, South Shore, and Atlantic) Over Peshekee River in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a plate girder with two fairly large spans.

Peshtigo Northern Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Peshtigo River in Peshtigo: Marinette County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This bridge is an unusual example of a multi-span railroad pony truss.

Peterborough Lift Lock
HSR

Trent-Severn Waterway Over Trent-Severn Waterway and Hunter Street in Peterborough: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 141 ft. Roadway: 32.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Richard Birdsall Rogers

While not a bridge this amazing structure was built by a bidge company and it has details similar to a metal truss bridge.

Peterson Bridge
M-37 Pine River Bridge
HSR

M-37 (Grandview Highway) Over Pine River in Rural: Wexford County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 325 ft. Main Span: 122 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1947 By: Walter Toebe Company and Michigan State Highway Department

A large, high-level deck plate girder bridge.

Peterson Ford Bridge
Granville Bridge, Delaware County Bridge 45
HSR

CR-850 North (Gregory Road) Over Mississinewa River in Rural: Delaware County, Indiana, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pegram Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 183 ft. Main Span: 178 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

This bridge is one of only a couple known surviving examples of a Pegram style truss marketed as a High Triangular truss.

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Peterson Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Little Cedar River in Daggett: Menominee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small girder foot bridge appears to have been built from parts salvaged from an old through truss bridge.

Mitchell Street Bridge
Petoskey Bridge
HSR

US-31 and M-68 (Mitchell Street) Over Bear Creek in Petoskey: Emmet County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 265 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1930 By: Whitney Brothers and Michigan State Highway Department

A massive concrete t-beam bridge with beautiful design details, this is truly a unique bridge.

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Phalen Park Arch Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Keller Creek in St. Paul: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 27.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown and Claude Allen Porter Turner of Minneapolis, Minnesota

This bridge has a long history of being severely altered and changed, but is still interesting to take note of.

Phalen Park Overpass
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Pedestrian Walkway in St. Paul: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small concrete box overpass for pedestrians.

Phalen Park Truss Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Keller Creek Channel in St. Paul: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: St. Paul Foundry Company of St. Paul, Minnesota

Both of unusual design and unusual beauty, this preserved bridge is a unique variety of bedstead truss.

Philadelphia and Reading Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Susquehanna River in Harrisburg: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania and Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 3,508 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Main Spans: 51

Built 1924 By: James McGraw Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

An amazing bridge, this extremely long bridge has attractive and fairly tall arch spans.

Phoenixville Iron Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over French Creek in Phoenixville: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 96 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Even among other Phoenix column bridges, this example stands out as special, plus it is part of the former Phoenixville Iron Works.

Phoenixville Ironworks Foot Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over French Creek in Phoenixville: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An abandoned treasure, this is an extremely unusual bridge on account of its construction details.

Phoenixville Ironworks Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over French Creek in Phoenixville: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

Passing over the creek on a curve, this is an abandoned railroad bridge.

Phoenixville Main Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Main Street in Phoenixville: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

A skewed plate girder overpass.

Pickering Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Pickering Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 15

Built 1897 By: Carnegie Steel Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This bridge is both curved and has a grade, making it unusual among railroad bridges.

Pickering Road Bridge
HSR

Pickering Road Over Pickering Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: John Denithorne and Sons of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This truss bridge was replaced with a stringer, but the truss webs were attached to the new bridge as decorations.

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Pickering Road Bridge
HSR

Pickering Road Over Pickering Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This traditional highway plate girder bridge has been closed to traffic.

Pikeland Avenue Bridge
HSR

Pikeland Avenue (TR-467) Over Stony Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: John Parker Corcoran Construction Company of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

One of several bridges in Chester County that combine traditional stone technology with period reinforced concrete and steel stringer technology.

Pikeland Road Bridge
HSR

Pikeland Road (TR-488) Over Pickering Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1908 By: Corcoran Construction Company of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This is an attractive two span stone arch bridge with a brick ring.

Pilltown Bridge
HSR

Commonwealth Road (PA-4033) Over Roaring Run in Pilltown (Rural): Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: F. Bicchieri and Brothers

A beautiful stone arch in a rural, wooded setting.

Pineground Bridge
Thunder Bridge
HSR

Depot Road (Old Alignment) Over Suncook River in Chichester: Merrimack County, New Hampshire, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This bypassed bridge is the only lenticular through truss in the state, and is an example of hisoric bridge preservation at its best.

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Pine Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Pine Hill Road (PA-3005) Over Scrubgrass Creek in Rural: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

This attractive through truss bridge was damaged by a vehicle crash and later demolished.

Pine Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Pine Hill Road (Camp Buck Road) Over South Branch Raritan River in Sunnyside: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1900 By: Unknown

This pony truss is located just down the road from a tiny stone arch, making for a historic section of road.

Pine Street Bridge
Bridge E-232
HSR

Pine Street Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Lockport: Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 177 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 39.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

An attractive plate steel arch with v-laced spandrels in downtown Lockport.

Pine Street Bridge
HSR

Pine Street Over Lehigh River and Railroad in Catasauqua and Whitehall: Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,167 ft. Main Span: 152 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1953 By: G. A. and F.M. Wagman Company of York, Pennsylvania and G. Edwin Pidcock Company

Although a late example of its type, this bridge features highly decorative railings and is a long bridge.

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Pine Street Bridge
HSR

Pine Street Over Railroad (Illinois Central) in Paxton: Ford County, Illinois, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1925 By: Unknown

One of two attractive and noteworthy t-beam bridges that were demolished in Paxton.

Pine Street Bridge
HSR

Pine Street Over West Branch Tioughnioga River in Homer: Cortland County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: Corrugated Metal Company of East Berlin, Connecticut (Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut)

One of three lenticular truss bridges in Homer, this is the longest single span.

Piney Fork Private Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Piney Fork in Rural: Jefferson County, Ohio, United States

Metal 2 Panel Rivet-Connected Inverted Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam),

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge is the best and extremely rare remaining example of a truly unique design of small-span bridge.

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Pioneer Road Bridge
HSR

Pioneer Road Over Canaseraga Creek in Rural: Livingston County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This pony truss was composed of riveted angles.

Pinhook Bridge
Putnam County Bridge 139
HSR

CR-125 North (CR-100 North) Over Big Walnut Creek in Rural: Putnam County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

Pithole Creek Bridge
HSR

Private Driveway Over Pithole Creek in Rural: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

The extremely rare bowstring trusses of this 1870s bridge are today mounted on a two-span load-bearing steel stringer bridge.

Pittsburgh and Ohio Central Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Pittsburgh and Ohio Central) Over Chartiers Creek in Carnegie: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad truss has good historic integrity and would be very beautiful if cleaned up.

Plank Road Bridge
HSR

Plank Road (TR-517) Over Little Sugar Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This small Pratt pony truss was retrofitted with large beams.

Planter Road Bridge
HSR

Planter Road Over Jackson Creek in Planter (Rural): Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a rare example of a Michigan highway through plate girder bridge.

Platform Bridge
HSR

Old Sir Francis Drake Boulevard (Cross Marin Trail) Over Lagunitas Creek in Rural: Marin County, California, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 176 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This is a rare rainbow arch bridge that has some unusual details.

Plattsville Road Bridge
HSR

Plattsville Road Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Trumbull: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Mariani Construction Company of New Haven, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Pleasant Avenue Bridge
HSR

Pleasant Avenue Over Railroad (Midtown Greenway Rail-Trail) in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1913 By: Unknown

A representative example of over twenty historic bridges that are part of the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad Grade Separation Historic District

Pleasant Valley Road Bridge
HSR

Pleasant Valley Road (CR-85) Over Chagrin River in Rural: Lake County, Ohio, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 167 ft. Main Span: 163 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Retaining moderate historic integrity, this bridge was rehabbed and galvanized instead of painted.

Pleasant View Bridge
HSR

WV-18 Over Point Pleasant Creek in Middlebourne: Tyler County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 176 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Unknown

With an uncommon curve, this bridge is significant for association with Depression programs and also represents a standard plan.

Pleasant View Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 348390
HSR

Pleasant View Road Over Canoe Creek in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown

A traditional and attractive truss bridge turns a simple rural road into something special.

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Plum Creek Road Bridge
Johnston Bridge
HSR

Plum Creek Road (PA-2069) Over Plum Creek in Rural: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This small pony truss has an unusual bottom chord and good historic integrity, but this was not enough to spare it from demolition.

Plymouth Railroad Bridge
Pennsylvania Railroad Yellow River Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Soo Line) Over Yellow River in Plymouth: Marshall County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This massive pony truss is an extremely early example of a bridge built by the American Bridge Company.

Plymouth Road Hines Drive Bridge
HSR

Plymouth Road Over Hines Drive in Plymouth: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

This is one of three surviving pre-1940 rigid-frame bridges within the River Rouge parkways.

Plymouth Road River Rouge Bridge
HSR

Plymouth Road Over Middle River Rouge in Plymouth: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

A good example of a Wayne County Road Commission designed arch bridge crossing a water body.

Pobanz Road Bridge
HSR

Pobanz Road Over Columbia Drain in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

An unusually large number of lattice railing steel stringer remain in Huron County, and this is a typical example.

Poffenberger Road Bridge
HSR

Poffenberger Road Over Catoctin Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

A truly rare and ancient bridge with distinctive details of its builder.

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Point Marion Bridge
Albert Gallatin Bridge
HSR

PA-88 Over Monongahela River in Point Marion: Fayette County, Pennsylvania and Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 810 ft. Main Span: 464 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Pittsburgh - Des Moines Steel Company and Harrington and Cortelyou

This magnificent bridge was one of the few and finest cantilever bridges in Pennsylvania, yet was sentenced to demolition by PennDOT.

Point Reyes Petaluma Road Bridge
HSR

Point Reyes Petaluma Road (Old Alignment) Over San Antonio Creek in Rural: Sonoma County, California and Marin County, California, United States

Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1919 By: Unknown

Abandoned on old alignment, this is an unusual curved deck girder.

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Pollock's Bridge
HSR

US-6 Over French Creek in Rural: Erie County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: H. T. Osburn and Company and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This gorgeous bridge, which served faithfully for 3/4 of a century, deserved so much more than the wrecking ball that PennDOT gave it.

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Pomeroy-Mason Bridge
Pomeroy Bend Bridge
HSR

Old US-33 Over Ohio River in Pomeroy and Mason: Meigs County, Ohio and Mason County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Cantilever 24 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,848 ft. Main Span: 665 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and Dravo Contracting Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This awe-inspiring monumental bridge, with its unique arched deck and infinitely complex design is being replaced by a mundane, standard cable-stayed structure.

Pond Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Private Trail Over Pond Creek in Rural: Wood County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Apparantly relocated, this is a heavilly altered pony truss.

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Pond Eddy Bridge
All Veterans Memorial Bridge
HSR

High Road (PA-1011) Over Delaware River in Rural: Sullivan County, New York and Pike County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 513 ft. Main Span: 252 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1904 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

Located on one of the most beautiful stretches of river around, this bridge is going to be demolished thanks to Pennsylvania.

Pont Blanc
Pont Salaberry
HSR

Rue des Érables Over Vieux Canal de Beauharnois in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Laflamme et Laflamme of Montréal, Québec and MM. Beaulne et Léonard of Montréal, Québec

A rare example of a rainbow arch, this large span is even more unusual for the use of overhead bracing.

Pont Clark
Clarks Bridge
HSR

Boulevard Valcartier Over Rivièrre Jacques-Cartier in Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier: Capitale-Nationale, Québec, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Macquet Parabolic Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 192 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Unknown and Gérard Macquet

This beautiful rehabilitated bridge is one of the last surviving unique European-style bridges designed by Gérard Macquet

Pont Curé Marchand
Vieux Pont
HSR

Rue du Pont Over Rivière Saint-François in Drummondville: Centre-du-Québec, Québec, Canada

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 422 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1922 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Vallée

This impressive truss bridge was rehabilitated, with a significant number of members replaced with similar members.

Drummondville Pont Ferroviaire
Drummondville Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Via-Rail) Over Rivière Saint-François in Drummondville: Centre-du-Québec, Québec, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 530 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This railroad bridge displays an uncommon truss configuration and was built by a prolific company.

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Pont du Centenaire
HSR

Rue Bridge Over Rivière Châteauguay in Ormstown: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

A relatively uncommon surviving example of a stanard plan steel through arch in Québec.

Pont Gilmour
HSR

Montée Gilmore Over Rivièrre Châteauguay in Rural: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A rare pin-connected truss bridge with laced end posts that has been closed to traffic.

Pont Jean-de-Lalande
Pont Masson
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Vieux Canal de Beauharnois in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This rare pin-connected camelback truss was restored using hot metal riveting and is one of the best restoration projects in Canada.

Pont de la Rivière Fèves
HSR

Private Road Over Rivière Fèves in Rural: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss bridge appears to be on old abandoned highway alignment.

Pont de la Rivière Hinchinbrooke
HSR

Private Road Over Rivière Hinchinbrooke in Rural: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 2 Panel Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

More information is needed about this private bridge, which appears to be a very old and rare bridge.

Pont Turcot
Turcot Bridge
HSR

Montée Turcot Over Rivière Châteauguay in Howick: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Macquet Parabolic Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 264 ft. Main Span: 251 ft. Roadway: 16.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: International Engineering and Construction Company Limited of Braine-le-Comte, Belgium and Gérard Macquet

No other bridge in North America is so strongly European in design; this internationally significant bridge has no equal on this continent.

Pont Turcotte
HSR

Route Marie-Victorin (QC-132) Over Rivière Richelieu in Sorel-Tracy: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Railing Height Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 889 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 39.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This rare truss bascule bridge also has the design of a high level bridge.

Pontiac Drive Bridge
HSR

Pontiac Drive Over Sylvan Lake in Sylvan Lake: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A tiny concrete arch bridge with attractive balustrade railings.

Ponus Ridge Road Bridge
HSR

Ponus Ridge Road Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Norwalk: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 30.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Mariani Construction Company of New Haven, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Pope Street Bridge
HSR

Pope Street Over Napa River in Rural: Napa County, California, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 177 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1894 By: R. H. Pithie of St. Helena, California

This is one of the oldest, largest, and most impressive of Napa County's many beautiful historic stone arch bridges.

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Porter Bridge
Marburg Bridge
HSR

Marburg Road Over Black Creek in Rural: Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive heritage pony truss is at risk for replacement despite significant local support for preservation.

Portageview Road Bridge
HSR

Portageview Road Over South View Portage River in Rural: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 69 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

A scenic pin connected pony truss appears to be doomed.

Port Clinton Bridge
HSR

OH-163 (Lakeshore Drive, Monroe Street) Over Portage River in Port Clinton: Ottawa County, Ohio, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 344 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: A. Bentley and Sons of Toledo, Ohio and R. C. Mahon Company of Detroit, Michigan and Ohio State Highway Department

This is a beautiful, well-decorated, and rare example of a highway bascule bridge in Ohio.

Port Clinton Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern and Amtrak) Over Portage River in Port Clinton: Ottawa County, Ohio, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 118 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This unusual four track bascule bridge, the first of its kind, has plate girders that assist the truss.

Port Colborne Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National) Over Old Welland Canal in Port Colborne: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing)

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is a reminder of both a former canal alignment and a former railway line.

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Port Huron Railroad Bridge
Pere Marquette Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned CSX) (Former Pere Marquette) Over Black River in Port Huron: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Abt) and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 234 ft. Main Span: 173 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

Unused for many years, this extremely rare example of an Abt bascule bridge is a significant Port Huron landmark.

Port Crescent Road Bridge
Fire Trail Bridge
HSR

Port Crescent Road Over Old Pinnebog River in Port Crescent (Rural): Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Michigan Bridge and Pipe Company of Lansing, Michigan

One of Michigan's most historically intact truss bridges, this bridge is the last through truss in the Thumb of Michigan.

Port Inland Road Bridge
HSR

Port Inland Road (CR-432) Over Milakokia River in Rural: Schoolcraft County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Perkins Bridge and Supply Company

A remnant of the trunk line past of this road, this bridge is a good example of a steel stringer with balustrade railings.

Port Royal Bridge
Port Royal Viaduct
HSR

Market Street (PA-75) Over Juniata River and First Street in Port Royal: Juniata County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,087 ft. Main Span: 223 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1937 By: J. H. Wickersham and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This bridge is a long multi-span example of its type and also is part of a larger and truly unique viaduct.

Port Royal Railroad Overpass
Port Royal Viaduct
HSR

Market Street (PA-75) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Port Royal: Juniata County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This bridge is an early arch bridge and associated with Pennsylvania Railroad and also is part of a larger and truly unique viaduct.

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Port Severn Bridge
Bridge 60
HSR

Port Severn Road Bridge Over Trent-Severn Waterway in Port Severn: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Swing and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This bridge has a series of concrete t-beam approach spans, but the original riveted swing span was demolished and replaced.

Port Stanley Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (London and Port Stanley) Over Kettle Creek in Port Stanley: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

A traditionally composed and unaltered railway truss bridge.

Portal Bridge
HSR

I-279 Over Point State Park Walkway in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 186 ft. Main Span: 182 ft. Roadway: 154 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1968 By: Unknown and Richardson, Gordon, and Associates of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (George S. Richardson)

This unusual bridge was designed with aesthetics in mind for the sake of the park it crosses over.

Porter Island Bridge
HSR

Island Lodge Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Rideau River in Ottawa: Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 252 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1894 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This beautiful bridge is a rare and outstanding multi-span example of 19th Century metal bridge construction in Ontario.

Bridge Street Bridge
Veterans Memorial Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over Grand River in Portland: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 210 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1890 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This beautifully preserved bridge still serves as a gateway into the historic downtown of Portland.

Portland Avenue Bridge
HSR

Portland Avenue Over Railroad (Midtown Greenway Rail-Trail) in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1914 By: Unknown

A representative example of over twenty historic bridges that are part of the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad Grade Separation Historic District

Portland Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Portland Riverwalk Rail-Trail) (Former Pere Marquette) Over Grand River in Portland: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1899 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan

Resting on an 1880 substructure, this is a two span pin connected railroad bridge that is now part of a rail-trail.

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Portsmouth Road Bridge
Indiantown Bridge
HSR

Portsmouth Road Over Cheboyganing Creek in Indiantown: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 70 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: L. A. Davidson of Saginaw, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

Saginaw County chose to deprive the people of Michigan from this beautiful, priceless historic artifact.

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Potter Bridge
HSR

Robinson Run Road (TR-360) Over Robinson Fork Wheeling Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 9.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: Unknown

Unique and extremely significant, this bridge has vertical endposts and a bottom chord that runs up to the top chord.

Potter Road Bridge
HSR

Potter Road Over I-75 in Rural: Cheboygan County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 241 ft. Main Span: 23 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Johnson-Greene Company and Michigan State Highway Department

One of a couple curved t-beams that survive with original railings in northern Michigan.

Pottery Road Bridge
HSR

Pottery Road (Southbound) Over Don River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: R. H. McGregor Construction Company

This busy bridge had a modern bridge built next to it, forming a one-way couplet to increase the number of lanes for the road.

Potomac Edison Company Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Western Maryland Railway) Over Chesapeake and Ohio Canal in Williamsport: Washington County, Maryland, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive)

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 17.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: New York Central Iron Works of Hagerstown, Maryland and Sanderson and Porter of New York, New York

This is a unique example of a small scale vertical lift bridge, designed to accomodate a tow path.

Powers Highway Bridge
HSR

Powers Highway Over Battle Creek River in Rural: Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

An extremely rare example of an unusual light-weight truss design used in the early 20th Century.

Powers Street Bridge
HSR

Powers Street Over Clam River in Cadillac: Wexford County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is the sort of bridge that was built before the world of precast concrete boxes and large corrugated metal culverts.

Preacher Road Bridge
HSR

Preacher Road (TR-497) Over 10 Mile Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Farris Engineering (Bridge) Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This unusual concrete encased through girder has substantial span lengths for this type.

Presque Isle Ore Dock Bridge
Lake Superior and Ishpeming Railroad Ore Dock Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Lake Superior and Ishpeming Railroad) Over Lake Shore Boulevard in Marquette: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 600 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and John Edwin Greiner (J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois)

This bridge with its attractive bent over Lake Shore Boulevard leads to an impressive ore dock.

Pretoria Bridge
HSR

Pretoria Avenue Over Rideau Canal in Ottawa: Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Railing-Height Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Direct Lift) and Approach Spans: Concrete Spread Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1981 By: Unknown and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This modern bridge lacks heritage value, but it does simulate important aspects of the previous unique vertical lift bridge at this location.

Pretty Road Bridge
Christopher James Campbell Bridge
HSR

Pretty Road Over Black Creek in St. Clair Township: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Appropriately, this is a pretty little bridge on Pretty Road!

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Price Road Bridge
HSR

Price Road (PA-1043) Over Woodcock Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Youngstown Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

This bridge was in bad shape, but still could have been economically rehabilitated, but instead its historic significance was not recognized.

Prince Edward Viaduct
Bloor Street Viaduct, Don Section
HSR

Bloor Street and TTC Subway Over Don River, Don Valley Parkway, Railroad, and Bayview Avenue in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Three-Hinged Braced Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,620 ft. Main Span: 282 ft. Roadway: 64.5 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1918 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario and Thomas Taylor

One of the largest and most well-known Toronto bridges, this unique bridge is one of the few crescent arch bridges in existance.

Prince George Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Fraser River in Rural: Fraser-Fort George District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Direct Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,659 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 18.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

One of only two in North America, this is the only example in Canada of a patented Strauss direct-lift type vertical lift.

Pritchard Bridge
HSR

Pinantan Road Over South Thompson River in Pritchard: Thompson-Nicola District, British Columbia, Canada

Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This is a long and narrow wooden stringer bridge that is the only crossing in the area.

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Prospect Bridge
HSR

Water Street (OH-47) Over Scioto River in Prospect: Marion County, Ohio, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 226 ft. Main Span: 217 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Standard Engineering Company of Toledo, Ohio

This stunning, ornate Parker truss will no longer be the main attraction and centerpiece of Prospect.

Prospect Avenue Bridge
Bridge E-211
HSR

Prospect Avenue / Gravel Road (NY-63) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Medina: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: McMyler-Interstate Company of Cleveland, Ohio and W.S. Cooper Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This bridge has a shorter clear span than many of the Erie Canal lift bridges.

Province Line Road Bridge
HSR

Province Line Road Over Stony Brook Branch in Near Princeton: Mercer County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 11.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1903 By: Berlin Construction Company of Berlin Connecticut

As a three span pony, this is among the longer examples of pony trusses in the area.

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Puce River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National and ViaRail) Over Puce River in Puce: Essex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

A small multi-span deck plate girder bridge with girders of different sizes.

Puckety Drive Bridge
HSR

US-22 Over Puckety Drive (Boyd Road) in Rural: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 53.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This concrete arch overpass has been widened on one side.

Pugh Ford Bridge
Bartholomew County Bridge 73, Hoot Owl Hollar Bridge, Pence Bridge
HSR

CR-900 North Over Flatrock River in Rural: Bartholomew County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 260 ft. Main Span: 127 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1911 By: Elkhart Bridge and Iron Company of Elkhart, Indiana

This noteworthy two-span truss bridge has a very interesting history leading up to its construction.

Pumpkin Run Road Bridge
HSR

Pumpkin Run Road (TR-716) Over Pennsylvania Fork Dunkard Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge is noted for its skewed design and it also has an unusual riveted box at the base of its end posts.

Purple People Bridge
L&N Railroad Bridge / Newport Southbank Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Rail-Trail, Former Satatoga Street) Over Ohio River in Cincinnati and Newport: Hamilton County, Ohio and Campbell County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 20 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,659 ft. Main Span: 510 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Edge Moor Bridge Works of Wilmington, Delaware and M.J. Becker

A very old, and unbelievably complex giant of a bridge that has been spared demolition, and is currently open to pedestrians.

Pursley Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Private Trail Over Pursley Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a lightweight pony truss bridge that has bents added to bear load.

Pyrmont Road Bridge
TR-453 Bridge
HSR

Pyrmont Road (TR-453) Over Twin Creek in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 172 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

An impressive camelback bridge still serves a fair amount of traffic.

Quaker Bridge
Williamson's Crossing Bridge
HSR

Williamson Road (PA-4006) (Abandoned Alignment) Over Little Shenango River in Rural (Near Greenville): Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This beautiful historic bridge is the first rural western Pennsylvania truss bridge to be preserved!

Quaker Road Bridge
Oneil Road Bridge, Bridge E-120
HSR

Quaker Road (O'Neill Road) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Macedon: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 169 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: I.M. Ludington's Sons Inc. of Rochester, New York

This Erie Canal bridge had not yet been rehabbed at the time of photodocumentation.

Quarry Road Bridge
Old US-41 Big Cedar River Bridge
HSR

Quarry Road (41 Mile Road, Old US-41) Over Big Cedar River in Spaulding: Menominee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 60 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This concrete camelback bridge is on old trunk line alignment and has a noted skew.

Homer Lift Bridge
Welland Canal Bridge #4 / Queenston Street Bridge
HSR

Queenston Street Over Welland Canal in St. Catharines: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A rare Ontario example of a deck truss bascule bridge, this is a rolling lift.

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Queen Street Bridge
HSR

Queen Street (CR-3) Over Teeswater River in Paisley: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1935 By: Robert Mowbray of Whitechurch, Ontario and Parr and Kunz of Toronto, Ontario

This is a rare example of a curved t-beam in Ontario.

Quesnel Old Fraser River Bridge
Fraser River Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Fraser River in Quesnel: Cariboo District, British Columbia, Canada

Wood 12 Panel Howe Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 5

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This is a noteworthy, very long multi-span example of a British Columbia standard plan wooden through truss.

Rabbit River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Rabbit River in Rural: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A tradtional railroad plate girder is no longer used by trains but is in good condition.

Racine Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Root River in Racine: Racine County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Main Spans: 2

Built 1908 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a very large and unusual deck truss swing bridge.

Railroad Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad Street Over Fox River in Seney: Schoolcraft County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge was once part of M-28.

Rail Street Bridge
HSR

Rail Street Over Silver Street (M-28 BR) in Negaunee: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Jutton-Kelly Company of Detroit, Michigan

This bridge serves highway traffic today, but was originally a very wide railroad overpass.

Rainbow Bridge
HSR

Roberts Street (KH-420) and Niagara Street (NY 955A) Over Niagara River and River Road in Niagara Falls: Niagara Region, Ontario and Niagara County, New York, Canada and United States

Metal Hingeless Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,444 ft. Main Span: 950 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Waddell and Hardesty of New York, New York

This iconic bridge in a famous setting was the longest hingeless arch bridge in the world when completed.

Rainbow Bridge
Greenback Lane Bridge
HSR

Greenback Lane Over American River in Folsom: Sacramento County, California, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 511 ft. Main Span: 208 ft. Roadway: 25.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Ross Construction Company of Sacramento, California and Drury D. Butler

This bridge is a large and beautiful example of a concrete arch bridge.

Ramsay Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Black River in Ramsay: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: P. N. Massie of Bessemer, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is the longest striaght chord concrete through girder in Michigan, and is also especially impressive to view.

Ramsdell Road Bridge
HSR

Ramsdell Road Over Contoocook River in Henniker: Merrimack County, New Hampshire, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 111 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown

This truss bridge displays some representative design details for a bridge of its age, and has been preserved.

Rancho Murieta Bridge
Yellow Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Cosumnes River in Rural: Sacramento County, California, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 306 ft. Main Span: 227 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Western Bridge and Construction Company of Omaha, Nebraska

Rare, beautiful, and preserved, this historic bridge is nevertheless fenced off with razor wire and accessible to club members only.

Randolph Street Bridge
HSR

Randolph Street Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Non-Historic, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 336 ft. Main Span: 213 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1984 By: Unknown and Hazelet and Erdal of Chicago, Illinoisand City of Chicago

This non-historic bridge is listed only for comparitive purposes and for continuity of those using this website for a river tour.

Rangeline Road Bridge
Huntington County Bridge 123
HSR

Rangeline Road (CR-475 West) Over Wabash River in Rural: Huntington County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 260 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1913 By: Central States Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and Lafayette Engineering Company of Lafayette, Indiana

This impressive two-span truss structure is a beauty to behold!

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Rattle Run Road Bridge
Clinton Avenue Bridge
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Rattle Run Road (Clinton Avenue) Over Pine River in Near St. Clair: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1931 By: Brenaman Corporation and Michigan State Highway Department

Bridges of this design in Michigan are slowly disappearing off of today's roadways.

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Ravenna Bridge
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Main Street Over Crockery Creek in Ravenna: Muskegon County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1940 By: Unknown

Ravenna now has a slab of concrete instead of an unusual bridge with interesting railings and decorative concrete facade.

Ravine Road Bridge
HSR

Ravine Road Over Branch Valley Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Stine and Pollock and Nathan R. Rambo

This small bridge has a jack arch deck and stone abutments.

Ravine Road Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Abandoned West Chester Railroad) Over Ravine Road in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This tiny overpass bridge is a reminder of a railroad line that once ran through here.

Ravine Road Railroad Overpasses
HSR

Railroad (Various) Over Ravine Road in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a unique trio of stone arch railroad overpass bridges.

Raymond Road Bridge
HSR

Raymond Road Over Fitts Creek in Rural: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Unknown

Despite being abandoned, this bridge is in decent condition, and retains integrity.

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Raymond Road Bridge
HSR

Raymond Road Over Kalamazoo River in Near Battle Creek: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 220 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1961 By: Canonie Construction Company of South Haven, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is a great example of why railings are important with historic bridges.

Reading-Halls Station Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Muncy Township: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Howe Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1846 By: Unknown and Richard B. Osborne

This cast iron truss bridge is the oldest active metal truss bridge in the country!

Reading Mines Bridge
HSR

Reading Mine Road (TR-648) Over Beaver Dam Creek in Rural: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

One of several attractive little stone arch bridges in the county.

Ready Road Bridge
HSR

Ready Road Over I-75 in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 303 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1956 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

One of several remaining curved t-beams on this section of freeway that are the oldest of their kind in the state.

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Red Arrow Highway Bridge
St. Joseph Street Bridge
HSR

Red Arrow Highway (St. Joseph Street) Over Brush Creek in Lawrence: Van Buren County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

One of Van Buren's few remaining historic bridges of any kind, also features a discussion of Van Buren County in general.

Red Bridge
HSR

Mt. Paul Way Over South Thompson River in Kamloops: Thompson-Nicola District, British Columbia, Canada

Wood 10 Panel Howe Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Howe Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A rare example of a wooden truss bridge that is not covered.

Red Bridge
HSR

Old 101 Road Over Armstrong Creek in Rural: Forest County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Hennepin Bridge Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota

This bridge has been bypassed and beautifully preserved, a rarity in Wisconsin.

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Red Cedar River Private Bridge
HSR

Private Access Over Red Cedar River in Rural: Livingston County, Michigan, United States

Metal 2 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a tiny little truss bridge on private farmland.

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Red Mills Bridge
HSR

Red Mill Road Over Fall Creek in Red Mills (Rural): Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal Continuous 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1887 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

An extremely rare continuous two-span wrought iron pony truss is threatened with demolition.

Red Mill Bridge
HSR

Red Mill Road (TR-459) Over North Branch Black Lick Creek in Rural: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Variety Iron Works of Cleveland, Ohio

One of only a few surviving examples of its builder, this bridge has some unusual details.

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Red Wing Bridge
Eisenhower Bridge
HSR

US-63 Over Mississippi River and Railroad in Red Wing and Pucketville: Goodhue County, Minnesota and Pierce County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin and Hanger Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,631 ft. Main Span: 432 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: Industrial Construction Company and Alfred Benesch and Associates of Chicago, Illinois

Increasingly a rare type, this cantilever truss is a later example and retains good historic integrity.

Redding Road Bridge
HSR

Redding Road Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Fairfield: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 26.9 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Peter Mitchell Construction Company of Greenwich, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Redstone Bridge
Chicago and NorthWestern Bridge 432
HSR

Railroad (Dakota, Minnesota, and Eastern Railroad) Over Minnesota River in Rural: Brown County, Minnesota and Nicollet County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 880 ft. Main Span: 206 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Rust and Coolidge of Chicago, Illinois and Leighton Bridge and Iron Works of Rochester, New York

One of the oldest known railroad swing bridges in the country and one of the oldest rivet-connected trusses in the country.

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Reed Road Bridge
HSR

Reed Road Over North Branch Cass River in Rural: Tuscola County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

The last public truss bridge in the county was situated in a very scenic forest, and yet was demolished.

Reed Road Bridge
HSR

Reed Road Over Handy Creek in Rural: Montcalm County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Ross and Williams of Beaverton, Michigan

This is a short, but old girder bridge with excellent historic integrity.

Regent Road Bridge
HSR

Regent Road Over Oyster River in Rural: Comax-Strathcona District, British Columbia, Canada

Wood 12 Panel Howe Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A good representative example of a bridge type that British Columbia is known for.

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Reid Road Bridge
HSR

Reid Road Over Swartz Creek in Rural: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

One of several representative examples of small scale bridge construction in the late 1920s and early 1930s in the county.

Reigle Road Bridge
HSR

Reigle Road Over Yellow Creek in Rural: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pin-connected truss bridge is still capable of serving the local traffic needs of the area.

Remington Road Bridge
Bridge Number 1907
HSR

Remington Road Over Rappahannock River in Remington: Culpeper County, Virginia and Fauquier County, Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 269 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Roanoke Iron and Bridge Works of Roanoke, Virginia and Virginia State Highway Commission

This bridge is an attractive truss bridge flanked by concrete t-beam spans that was saved from demolition after many years of effort by local residents.

Renwick Road Bridge
Spring Banks Road Bridge
HSR

Renwick Road Over Du Page River in Plainfield: Will County, Illinois, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 156 ft. Main Span: 151 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

An unusual sight amidst Will County's other historic truss bridges is this late 1800s through truss!

Republic Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over OH-19 in Republic: Seneca County, Ohio, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An attractive stone arch overpass in good condition.

Resevoir Road Bridge
HSR

Resevoir Road Over East Branch Chester Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 21 ft. Main Span: 19 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small arch bridge with brick ring and stone wall has been altered.

Revelstoke Bridge
HSR

TC-1 (BC-23) Over Columbia River in Revelstoke: Columbia-Shuswap District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Deck Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 990 ft. Main Span: 600 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1961 By: Western Bridge and Steel Fabricators Limited of Vancouver, British Columbia

This attractive bridge has an unusual suspension configuration.

Reynales Basin Bridge
Slayton Settlement Road Bridge, Bridge E-220
HSR

Slayton Settlement Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Reynales Basin: Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

A traditional example of an Erie Canal fixed through truss bridge.

Rhodes Mill Bridge
Shorb Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Shorb Mill Road Over Middle Creek in Rural: Adams County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

An attractive little truss bridge with handsome stone abutments.

Rialto Road Bridge
HSR

Rialto Road Over Ward Canal (Number 1458) in Near Bono: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A small pony truss has built-up floorbeams that are at risk for deterioration due to water contact.

Rice Cemetery Road Bridge
HSR

Rice Cemetery Road Over Tributary Flat Run in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Unknown

This bridge and road looks abandoned but provides access to a small rural cemetery.

Richfield County Park Bridge
HSR

Richland County Park Drive Over Flint River in Rural: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This stringer bridge features unusual concrete railings, and does not appear to be built to a standard Michigan bridge plan.

Richland Avenue Bridge
HSR

Richland Avenue Over San Jose Avenue and Railroad in San Francisco: San Francisco County, California, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 235 ft. Main Span: 121 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This is one of two nearby similar overpasses that are impressive t-beam structures with an unusual alteration.

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Richman Road Bridge
HSR

Richman Road Over Smiths Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A small Pratt pony truss in extremely bad condition sits closed and forgotten.

Richmond Street Bridge
HSR

Westbound Richmond Street Over North Branch Thames River in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 192 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This attractive bridge continues to serve traffic as part of a one-way couplet of bridges.

Richmond Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Richmond Street in Elkhart: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An example of railroad steel stringer construction sits on attractive stone abutments.

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Ridge Road Bridge
HSR

Ridge Road (NY-34B) Over Salmon Creek in Lansing: Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 502 ft. Main Span: 266 ft. Roadway: 29.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Terry and Tench of New York, New York

A very large steel deck arch is nevertheless hard to photograph.

Ridgeland Avenue Bridge
HSR

Ridgeland Avenue Over Calumet Sag Channel in Worth: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 433 ft. Main Span: 302 ft. Roadway: 43 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1970 By: Unknown and Alfred Benesch and Associates of Chicago, Illinois

One of several truss bridges on the Cal Sag Channel that document the very final years of the riveted truss era.

Riley Road Bridge
HSR

Riley Road Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern, Amtrak) in East Chicago: Lake County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This historic truss bridge is deep within private industrial property and only visible to the public when they take an Amtrak train.

Ringwood Road Bridge
HSR

Ringwood Road Over Ravine in Lake Forest: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This is an attractive, traditional example of a concrete arch bridge and is noted for a lack of alteration.

Rip Van Winkle Bridge
HSR

NY-23 Over Hudson River and Railroad (CSX) in Catskill: Columbia County, New York and Greene County, New York, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,040 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 33.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1935 By: Frederick Snare Construction Corporation of New York, New York and Harris Structural Steel Company of New York, New York and Glenn B. Woodruff

Nearly a mile long, this is a monumental cantilever bridge that displays both through and deck truss cantilever spans.

Rising Sun Lane Bridge
HSR

Rising Sun Lane Over Brandywine Creek in Henry Clay: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Standard Engineering and Contracting Company and Harrington, Howard, and Ash of Kansas City, Missouri

A rare in-state example of its kind, this historic bridge was rehabilitated and preserved.

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Riskey Road Bridge
HSR

Riskey Road Over Columbia Drain in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge had an extremely poor deck, but the superstructure remained in good condition.

River Canard Bridge
Townline Road Bridge
HSR

Townline Road (CR-8) Over Canard River in River Canard (Amherstburg): Essex County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Newman and Armstrong Engineers and Newman and Armstrong

A large span, beautifully restored example of an uncommon version of rainbow arch in Ontario.

River Street Bridge
Richard Welden Bridge
HSR

River Street Over Iowa River in Iowa Falls: Hardin County, Iowa, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Welden Brothers Construction Company of Iowa Falls, Iowa and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This bridge was engineered by James Marsh, an important Iowa bridge engineer.

River Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over River Street in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

One of a number of railroad overpasses in Aurora, this bridge stands out with a skewed, t-beam superstructure.

Riverside Avenue Bridge
HSR

Riverside Avenue Over Railroad (Metro-North) in Riverside: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 15 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 171 ft. Main Span: 164 ft. Roadway: 20.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1871 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

As a cast iron bridge, this ornate truss is one of the rarest types of bridges in the country.

Riverside Drive Bridge
Memorial Bridge
HSR

Riverside Drive Over Chenango River in Binghamton: Broome County, New York, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 470 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1923 By: Unknown

A large concrete arch bridge that was rehabilitated.

Riverside Drive Bridge
HSR

Riverside Drive Over Railroad (Abandoned) in Windsor: Essex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is a very large through plate girder span that appears to be well maintained and with good historic integrity.

Riverside Drive Bridge
HSR

Riverside Drive Over Frechette Creek in Rural: Chippewa County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny bridge is noted for its unusual concrete railing.

Riverside Park Drive Bridge
HSR

Riverside Park Drive Over Grand River Lagoon in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This bridge may have been what inspired the development of a popular railing design in Michigan.

River Road Bridge
Opie Road Bridge
HSR

River Road (Opie Road) Over South Branch Raritan River in Rural: Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1921 By: Dover Boiler Works of Dover, New Jersey

This truss bridge was widened, yet still functions as a truss structure.

River Road Bridge
HSR

River Road Over Ausable River Cut in Rural: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A beautiful Pratt through truss sits abandoned on old River Road alignment.

River Road Bridge
HSR

River Road Over Ocqueoc River in Rural: Presque Isle County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 50 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

Very few examples of this rare bridge type remain in this region of Michigan.

River Road Bridge
HSR

River Road (PA-2012) Over Mardis Run in Near Dilltown: Indiana County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: C. E. Almond

A small, but attractive arch bridge also has arched railings.

River Road Bridge
HSR

River Road Over Pohatcong Creek in Rural: Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1901 By: Unknown

A traditional, attractive example of its type, with an arch added as a structural retrofit.

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River Road Bridge
HSR

River Road (CR-1) Over Sleepy Creek in Rural: Morgan County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1923 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This is an excellent example of a Luten arch bridge constructed by a regional builder of Luten patent arch bridges.

River Rouge Norfolk Southern Railroad Bridge
River Rouge Wabash Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over River Rouge in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Abt)

Length: 291 ft. Main Span: 162 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

The first Abt bascule bridge ever built, this bridge is also one of the few surviving examples of this unusual bascule type.

River Terminal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (River Terminal Railroad) Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Length: 130 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Unknown

An interesting bascule bridge located in an area of heavy industry.

Roanoke Station Bridge
Huntington County Bridge 113
HSR

Station Road Over Little Wabash River in Roanoke Station: Huntington County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 138 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This classic, traditional 1910s bridge's unique identity should not be underestimated.

Robbins Ford Bridge
Decatur County Bridge 115
HSR

CR-500 South (Old Alignement) Over Sand Creek in Rural: Decatur County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: J. W. Mathews and Company and J. A. Staag and Bruce Craig

This bridge was replaced by a new bridge on nearby alignment, but was left standing and restored for pedestrian use.

Robert McAfee Bridge
HSR

California Avenue Over Woods Run, McClure Avenue, and Eckert Street in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal One-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 642 ft. Main Span: 375 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh Department of Public Works

An impressive and rare example of a single-hinge steel deck arch bridge.

Robert Redden Footbridge
Rome Swing Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) (Former Central of Georgia Railway) Over Oostanaula River in Rome: Floyd County, Georgia, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This historic railroad swing bridge was converted for pedestrian use.

Robert Street Bridge
HSR

Robert Street (MN-3) Over Mississippi River and Railroad in St. Paul: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,429 ft. Main Span: 264 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Fegles Construction Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota and Toltz, King and Day of St. Paul, Minnesota and John F. Greene

This signature bridge of St. Paul is a large concrete arch bridge with a massive rainbow arch main span with solid steel reinforcement.

Robinson Avenue Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Amtrak, Norfolk Southern) Over Robinson Avenue (60th Avenue) in Rural: Van Buren County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This bizarre bridge is one span on one side, and two-spans on the other, plus it is skewed.

Rochester Michigan Central Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Paint Creek in Rochester: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This bridge is among the oldest concrete arch bridges in Michigan.

Rock Creek Cemetery Bridge
Union Cemetery Bridge
HSR

Stiles Avenue (Abandoned) Over Rock Creek in Rock Creek: Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

An unusual abandoned truss bridge is in the perfect location for a restoration.

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Rockefeller Avenue Bridge
HSR

Rockefeller Avenue Over Railroad (CSX) in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 504 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 55 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This bulky multi-span bridge has been closed and is threatened with demolition.

Rockford Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (White Pine Rail-Trail) Over Rogue River in Rockford: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 134 ft. Main Span: 134 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan

An unusual and beautiful skewed pin connected truss bridge with decorative portal design.

Rockville Bridge
HSR

Norfolk Southern Over Susquehanna River in Marysville and Rockville: Perry County, Pennsylvania and Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 3,791 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 52 ft. Main Spans: 48

Built 1902 By: Drake and Stratton of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and H. S. Kerbaugh of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and William H. Brown

This bridge was when built and remains today the longest stone arch bridge in the entire world!

Rockwood Avenue Bridge
HSR

Rockwood Avenue (OH-7) Over Symmes Creek in Chesapeake: Lawrence County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 348 ft. Main Span: 162 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Lackawanna Bridge Company of Buffalo, New York

This 1930s through truss offers a lot more heritage and beauty than any modern bridge.

Rodgers Bridge
HSR

Hicks Road (TR-487) Over Buffalo Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio

This bridge has some details that appear to link it to a noteworthy bridge company.

Rogers Creek Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 346300
HSR

Rodgers Creek Road Over Rogers Creek in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A representative example of a standard riveted truss in Iowa.

Roger Williams Avenue Bridge
HSR

Roger Williams Avenue Over Ravine in Highland Park: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 208 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This bridge is an uncommon example of a concrete deck girder in Illinois.

Rollstone Street Bridge
HSR

Rollstone Street Over Nashua River in Fitchburg: Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 177 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This two-span deck truss appears to be in good condition.

Roman Bridge
North Stow Lake Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Stow Lake in San Francisco: San Francisco County, California, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Gray Brothers Artificial Stone Paving Company of San Francisco, California and Arthur Page Brown

This is among the oldest surviving concrete bridges, yet it has a strikingly modern, streamlined appearance.

Old Romeo Plank Road Bridge
HSR

Romeo Plank Road Over North Branch Clinton River in Rural (Near Romeo): Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

In a county that has demolished many arch bridges, this unaltered, surviving, and abandoned arch bridge is highly significant!

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Romeo Plank Road Bridge
HSR

Romeo Plank Road Over North Branch Clinton River in Rural (Near Romeo): Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 29.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: P. E. Mason Company of Sandusky, Michigan

Located next to the previous concrete arch bridge at this location, this unusual stringer bridge has attractive arched, riveted fascia beams.

Romeo Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Macomb Orchard Rail-Trail) Over North Branch Clinton River in Rural (Near Romeo): Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This railroad plate girder has become part of a rail-trail.

Roosevelt Road Bridge
12th Street Bridge
HSR

Roosevelt Road Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 258 ft. Main Span: 204 ft. Roadway: 71.9 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

This deck truss is similar to Ohio Street Bridge and is noted for its unique and very beautiful bridgetender buildings.

Rose Cottage Bridge
HSR

Creek Road (PA-4029) Over Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 22 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 20.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This is a very small but well maintained stone arch bridge.

Rosedale Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 220750
HSR

Rosedale Road Over Indian Creek in Near Cedar Rapids: Linn County, Iowa, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Unknown

An attractive, traditionally composed truss bridge that has been carefully maintained.

Rosedale Road Bridge
Parke County Bridge 21
HSR

Rosedale Road (CR-84, CR 1025 South) Over North Branch Otter Creek in Rural: Parke County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown

One of the largest examples of the concrete camelback bridges of Parke County, home to the only such structures in Indiana.

Rose Point Bridge
Old Butler Road Bridge
HSR

Old US-422 (Old Butler Road) Over Slippery Rock Creek in Rose Point (Rural): Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This massive-member Parker truss is closed to traffic in a wooded setting.

Ross Lane Bridge
HSR

Ross Lane (TR-332) Over Small Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This is an small, truss bridge in a scenic farm setting.

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Rowntree Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Rowntree Mill Road Over Humber River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

Serving pedestrians on a former highway, this pony truss is noted for its span length.

Royal Military College Bridge
Kingston Bailey Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Depression in Kingston: Frontenac County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Double-Truss, Single-Story Bailey Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1945 By: Unknown

This exhibit bridge is an outstanding example of a Bailey truss and it uses British steel.

Roy Bridge
HSR

Westbrook Road Over Wolf Creek (Welland River) in Hamilton: Hamilton City, Ontario and Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Unknown

This rigid-frame bridge has unusual cable and concrete railings.

Royersford Spring City Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Schuylkill River in Royersford and Spring City: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania and Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This is an abandoned bridge that carried a railroad over two channels of the river and an island.

River Rouge Conrail Bridge
River Rouge New York Central Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over River Rouge in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion)

Length: 185 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This impressive 125 foot clear bascule span is difficult to photo.

Rudolph Run Road Bridge
HSR

Rudolph Run Road (PA-2001) Over Rudolph Run in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This bridge has a shallow rise for its length giving it a graceful appearance.

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Rudy Road Bridge
HSR

Rudy Road Over Dowagiac River in Rural: Cass County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

One of a few bridges in Cass and Van Buren Counties with this unusual yet attractive railing design.

Rumsey Bridge
HSR

CR-41 Over Cache Creek in Rural: Yolo County, California, United States

Concrete Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 313 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Yolo County Day Labor

This is an impressive two span rainbow arch located in a scenic valley on a rural road.

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Runks Bridge
HSR

Runk Road (TR-373) Over Aughwick Creek in Rural: Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1889 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Agents

This beautiful historic through truss bridge has been closed to traffic and is in need of restoration.

Rush's Mill Bridge
HSR

Union Canal Nonmotorized Trail Over Plum Creek in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Rivet-Connected Howe Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 7.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1869 By: Simon Dreibelbies

An exceedingly rare cast iron Howe truss bridge, relocated onto a non-motorized trail.

Rust Bridge
HSR

Old Willow Springs Road Over Des Plaines River in Willow Springs: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1924 By: Hedges Construction Company and H. C. Taylor

This bypassed bridge is a fairly long example of a 1920s concrete t-beam bridge.

Rustic Stone Bridge
Camelot Bridge, South Stow Lake Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Stow Lake in San Francisco: San Francisco County, California, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1893 By: Unknown and Arthur Page Brown

This bridge has a brick barrel and is faced in large, random rocks giving the bridge a unique appearance.

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Rutledge Road Bridge
HSR

Rutledge Road Over Munuscong River in Rural: Mackinac County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Central States Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

A beautiful, yet unusual, former trunkline bridge with historic integrity.

Ryefield Bridge
HSR

Ryefield Bridge Road Over Crooked River in Rural: Cumberland County, Maine, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York, United Construction Company of Albany, New York Contractors

This bridge is among the oldest truss bridges in Maine and the only known example of its design in the state.

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Rynn and Fargo Road Bridges
HSR

Rynn and Fargo Roads Over Oloughlin Drain in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 22 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

These tiny bridges, adjacent to each other, are St. Clair County's last concrete arch bridges.

S Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Historic National Road Over East Fork Buffalo Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is the oldest engineered structure in the county!

Sacramento Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Baltimore and Ohio) Over Sacramento Boulevard in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This overpass with unique aesthetic details crosses one of the historic boulevards of Chicago.

Saddle Barn Road Bridge
Lawrence County Bridge 139
HSR

Saddle Barn Road Over Leatherwood Creek in Bedford: Lawrence County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 91 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This attractive truss bridge sits on a local road which is next to a busier highway, allowing many to see and notice this historic bridge.

Saegertown Bridge
South Street Bridge
HSR

Jordan Drive (South Street, TR-962) Over French Creek in Saegertown: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 206 ft. Main Span: 203 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Youngstown Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

This is a rare type of truss, and is both historically significant and beautiful.

Saginaw Bascule Railroad Bridge
CSX Saginaw River Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Saginaw River in Saginaw: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Abt) and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 700 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1944 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

An exceedingly rare example of the unusual patented Abt type bascule bridge.

Saginaw Road Bridge
HSR

Saginaw Road (PA-3020) Over Big Elk Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Gehret Brothers of Bridgeport, Pennsylvania

Built by an interesting local company, an uncommon example of a lightweight pony truss that has been preserved as of 2021.

Saginaw Highway Bridge
HSR

Saginaw Highway Over Sebewa Creek in Rural: Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

A rare example of a steel stringer bridge with lattice railing.

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Saginaw Street Bridge
HSR

Saginaw Street (M-43 Eastbound) Over Grand River in Lansing: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 254 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 66 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1928 By: L. A. Davidson of Saginaw, Michigan (Widening) and Michigan State Highway Department

With riveted, built-up stringers and R4 type railings, this is a 1928 bridge which was widened in 1957.

Saginaw Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Saginaw Street in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1941 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This unusual design of overpass once had a similar highway overpass next to it.

Saginaw Swing Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX, Central Michigan Railroad) Over Saginaw River in Saginaw: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 551 ft. Main Span: 226 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

A swing bridge that retains a high degree of historic integrity.

Salamanca Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Little Valley Creek in Salamanca: Cattaraugus County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This lattice truss is noteworthy for having three truss lines.

Salem Street Bridge
HSR

Salem Street Over Railroad (MBTA, Amtrak) in Lawrence: Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 146 ft. Main Span: 143 ft. Roadway: 37.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

This unique bridge is very significant as a highway lattice truss with three truss lines.

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Salford Station Road Bridge
HSR

Salford Station Road (PA-1024) Over Perkiomen Creek in Rural: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1933 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This classic plate girder is sentenced to the dumpster so an ugly modern bridge can replace it.

Salmon River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Salmon River and Milltown Road in Rural: Hastings County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Segmental Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This stone arch overpass and plate girder bridge over the river are technically two bridges.

San Joaquin River Railroad Bridge
BNSF Bridge No. B-1124
HSR

Railroad (BNSF and Amtrak) Over San Joaquin River in Rural: San Joaquin County, California, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Abt) and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

One of three extremely rare examples of the unusual patented Abt bascule type in California.

Sand Creek Branch Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Muskegon, Grand Rapids, and Indiana) Over Sand Creek Branch in Walker: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

A rare Michigan example of a railroad concrete arch bridge.

Sand Pond Road Bridge
Nasons Mills Road Bridge
HSR

Sand Pond Road (Nasons Mills Road) Over Little Osipee River in Rural: York County, Maine, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 111 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1923 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York, United Construction Company of Albany, New York Contractors

This is an unusual bridge with its two short pony truss spans.

Sandhill Road Bridge
HSR

Sandhill Road Over Frink Run in Rural: Huron County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1944 By: Unknown

A late, but unusual example of a riveted through truss bridge.

Sandusky Bay Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern and Amtrak) Over Sandusky Bay in Rural: Erie County, Ohio and Ottawa County, Ohio, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 410 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1944 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Ferro Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge is a noteworthy Ohio example of a Scherzer type rolling lift bascule bridge.

Schenley Drive Bridge
HSR

Schenley Drive Over Junction Hollow, Railroad (CSX), and Boundary Street in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 480 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Roadway: 57 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: G. T. Richards and Pittsburgh Department of Public Works

This is one of two extremely rare pre-1900 metal arch bridges in Schenley Park.

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Schwartz Road Bridge
HSR

Schwartz Road Over Ottawa River in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

An attractive pony truss in a relatively rural setting in Toledo.

Scranton Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Scranton Road in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 205 ft. Main Span: 199 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a pin-connected truss bridge in Cleveland.

St. Charles Road Bridge
HSR

St. Charles Road Over Pine River in Rural: Gratiot County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 90 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A well-preserved example of a concrete camelback bridge, this is an attractive structure.

St. Clair Parkway Bridge
HSR

St. Clair Parkway (CR-33) Over Clay Creek in St. Clair Township: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1965 By: Unknown

This bridge is a good representation of Ontario's frequently built concrete rigid-frame bridge design.

St. Clair Street Bridge
HSR

St. Clair Street Over 7 Mile Creek in Eaton: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio

This ornate bridge retains an unrivaled degree of historic integrity!

St. Davids Road Bridge
HSR

St. Davids Road (PA-1046) Over Darby Creek in Rural: Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 26 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 25.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1810 By: Thomas Welch

One side of this ancient bridge is a nice looking stone arch and the other side has been covered in shotcrete.

St. Francisville Bridge
HSR

MO-B and Belfast Road Over Des Moines River in St. Francisville: Lee County, Iowa and Clark County, Missouri, United States

Metal Cantilever 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 763 ft. Main Span: 228 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: F. W. Whitehead and Sverdrup and Parcel of St. Louis, Missouri

This beautiful bridge is a rare example of a smaller scale cantilever truss bridge.

St. George River Railroad Bridge
Thomaston Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Maine Eastern) Over St. George River in Near Thomaston: Knox County, Maine, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This multi-span bridge contains a variety of structure types.

St. Johns Road Bridge
HSR

St. Johns Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Lynn River in Rural: Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an unusual example of a deck girder and floorbeam bridge with rolled i-beam girders.

St. Joseph Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over St. Joseph River in St. Joseph: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 544 ft. Main Span: 234 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

A large camelback truss swing bridge that is still in operation.

St. Lawrence Division Indian River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Indian River and Coolidge Road (CR-30) in Rural: Jefferson County, New York, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This bridge appears to be the work for a noteworthy bridge builder.

St. Louis High School Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Pine River in St. Louis: Gratiot County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This unusual bridge carries pedestrians both over a river and down a series of stairs.

St. Malachi Road Bridge
HSR

St. Malachi Road Over Doe Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Corcoran Construction Company of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

One of several attractive plate girder bridges in Chester County.

St. Paul Crescent Bridge
HSR

St. Paul Crescent Over 12 Mile Creek in St. Catharines: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1946 By: Unknown

This bridge remains open to pedestrians only, and is a bridge that can be viewed from interesting angles.

Michigan Central Railroad Kettle Creek Bridge
St. Thomas Elevated Park
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) (St. Thomas Elevated Park) (Former Michigan Central) Over Kettle Creek in St. Thomas: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 855 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 14

Built 1929 By: D.W. Thurston of Detroit, Michigan

This high level crossing has a long history and an unusual substructure design, and has since been converted into a linear park for pedestrian usage.

M-28 Sand River Bridge
HSR

M-28 Over Sand River in Rural: Alger County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Alpine Excavating Company of St. Ignace, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

Rare in Michigan, this attractive structure mimics a design used with frequency in Ontario.

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Salem Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Salem Road Over Railroad in Ajax: Durham Region, Ontario, Canada

Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

A narrow wooden bridge was demolished as a result of urban sprawl.

Sanford Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Pere Marquette Rail-Trail) Over Tittabawassee River in Sanford: Midland County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

A classic Pratt railroad truss serves as part of a rail-trail.

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Sarnia Road Bridge
HSR

Sarnia Road Over Railroad (Canadian Pacific) in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Unknown

This short through truss bridge is a rare example of its kind and has historically and technologically significant details.

Sauk Creek Bridge
Port Washington Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Sauk Creek in Port Washington: Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 2 Panel Rivet-Connected Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Nationally rare, this is the only remaining kingpost in the entire state.

Saw Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Saw Mill Road Over Darby Creek in Rural: Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: D. B. Hoover

This is an unaltered and traditional example of a concrete arch bridge.

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Schell Bridge
Northfield Bridge
HSR

Northfield Road Over Connecticut River in Northfield: Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Cantilever (Arched) 22 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 515 ft. Main Span: 352 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1903 By: New England Structural Company of East Everett, Massachusetts and Edward S. Shaw of Boston, Massachusetts

This very old and unique cantilever bridge with ornate gothic details utilizes the rare Pennsylvania truss configuration, yet is slated for demolition!

Schuylkill River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Schuylkill River and Canal, Railroad (Reading Railroad), and Various Roads in Phoenixville: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania and Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,116 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 15

Built 1915 By: L. H. Focht and Sons of Reading, Pennsylvania and McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and A. C. Shand and H. R. Leonard

This is a large concrete arch bridge with many spans.

Scottwood Road Bridge
HSR

Scottwood Road (TR-9) Over Slate Run in Rural: Huron County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge displays the unusual designs of its builder, but also has an unusual connection cap at the ends of the bridge.

Searchmont Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National, Algoma Central) Over Goulais River in London: Algoma District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 230 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A magnificent pin connected Parker truss in a breathtaking scenic location!

Seaway Drive Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Seaway Drive (BL-31) in Muskegon: Muskegon County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 209 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1956 By: Carl Goodwin and Sons of Allegan, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This railroad overpass is noted for its skew.

Seaway International Bridge
South Channel Bridge
HSR

Seaway International Bridge Road Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) South Channel in Cornwall: St. Lawrence County, New York and Stormont Dundas and Glengarry United Counties, Ontario, Canada and United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,480 ft. Main Span: 895 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This graceful suspension bridge was built as part of a two-bridge system that carries traffic between the United States and Canada.

Sebago Road Bridge
HSR

Sebago Road (ME-11 and ME-114) Over Muddy River in Rural: Cumberland County, Maine, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 23 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is an early, unaltered, and fairly large concrete box frame type bridge.

Sebewaing Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Huron and Eastern) Over Sebewaing River in Sebewaing: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a multi-span plate girder with a through girder main span and a deck girder approach.

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Seneca Bridge
HSR

IL-170 (29th Road) Over Illinois River in Seneca: La Salle County, Illinois, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,510 ft. Main Span: 364 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1932 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This spectacular historic bridge was replaced by one of the ugliest bridges imaginable.

Seneca Bridge
HSR

Caithness Street (Old Alignment) Over Black Creek in Caledonia: Haldimand County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This small, heavilly skewed bridge was bypassed long ago and the creek it crosses has been diverted.

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Senn Bridge
HSR

Evergreen Mill Road (TR-323) Over Little Connoquenessing Creek in Rural: Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Victor C. Minteer of New Wilmington, Pennsylvania and Farris Engineering (Bridge) Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This extremely unusual bridge is technologically significant for its pin-connected bottom chord with all other connections riveted.

Sentry Bridge
HSR

Watkins Glen State Park Trail Over Glen Creek in Watkins Glen: Schuyler County, New York, United States

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Civilian Conservation Corps

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Sergeant Michael Strank Memorial Bridge
HSR

Main Street (PA-271) Over Little Conemaugh River, Railroad Street, and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in East Conemaugh and Franklin: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 750 ft. Main Span: 174 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Bell-Bockel Company of Altoona, Pennsylvania and Farris Engineering Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

PennDOT was going to preserve this beautiful memorial bridge until a contractor convinced them to demolish it.

Seward Bridge
HSR

PA-56 and PA-711 Over Conemaugh River in Seward: Indiana County, Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 377 ft. Main Span: 183 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1933 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This bridge is a multi-span example of a standard plan truss in Pennsylvania.

Sewells Road Bridge
HSR

Sewells Road Over Rouge River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1912 By: Unknown and Frank Barber of Toronto, Ontario

Although severely altered, this is an unusual example of a short span suspension bridge.

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Seymour Road Bridge
HSR

Seymour Road Over Six Mile Creek in Rural: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 26 ft. Main Span: 23 ft. Roadway: 20 ft.

Built 1925 By: Unknown

An unusual little concrete bridge.

Shade Street Bridge
D. J. Emery Bridge
HSR

Shade Street Over Nith River in Wilmot Township (New Hamburg): Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 154 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

An attractive example of a 1950s truss bridge in Ontario.

Shaffer Road Bridge
HSR

Shaffer Road Over Grand River in Rural: Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 168 ft. Main Span: 166 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This bridge was rehabilitated, showing how metal truss bridges can continue to serve vehicles effectively.

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Shaftsburg Road Bridge
HSR

Shaftsburg Road Over Bear Creek in Rural: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 38 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This appears to be an unusual variation of a standard plan stringer bridge.

Shamrock Bridge
HSR

Mine Road (Wana Shamrock Road, TR-309) Over Pennsylvania Fork Dunkard Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This is the youngest of several tiny Parker pony truss bridges in this county.

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Shanley Road Bridge
Maxwell Run Bridge
HSR

Shanley Road (TR-308) Over Clarion River in Rural (Near Hallton): Elk County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 341 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1891 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Agents

The flagship bridge for this website's mission: A quintessential metal truss bridge that was demolished without a solid reason.

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Sharon NS/CSX Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern and CSX) Over Shenango River in Sharon: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

A rare example of an unusual, and visually complex and stunning truss configuration.

Sharon NYC Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned New York Central) Over Shenango River in Sharon: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is an old two-span railroad truss bridge noted for its skew and its pinned connections.

Shaw Bridge
HSR

Van Wyck Lane Over Claverack Creek in Rural: Columbia County, New York, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 9 Panel Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 164 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 10.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1870 By: J. D. Hutchinson of Troy, New York and Squire Whipple

This is the only surviving multi-span Whipple arch type bowstring.

Sheeder Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Sheeder Mill Road Over French Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: John Denithorne and Sons of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This is the only remaining pin-connected through truss highway bridge in the entire county.

Sheep Bridge
HSR

Sheep Bridge Road (PA-4021) Over Conewago Creek in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 186 ft. Main Span: 181 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This excellent example of a Whipple truss was nicely rehabilitated by PennDOT.

Sheldon Road Bridge
HSR

Sheldon Road Over Lower River Rouge in Canton: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Slab, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1946 By: Unknown

The innovative Wayne County road commission developed and built bridges of this type to deal with wartime steel shortages.

Shelocta Bridge
HSR

PA-56 Over Crooked Creek in Shelocta: Indiana County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 111 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

Today the oldest highway truss in the county, this bridge is a rare example of a standard plan polygonal Warren pony truss in Pennsylvania.

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Shenango River Railroad Bridge
Erie Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Shenango River in Rural: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 264 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This was a rare example of multi-span lattice truss bridge with two spans each of a different age.

Shepardsville Road Bridge
HSR

Shepardsville Road Over Maple River in Rural: Clinton County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1958 By: Donald L. McDowell

An early surviving example of a pre-stressed concrete bridge in Michigan.

Sheridan Drive Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Penn Central) Over Sheridan Drive (NY-324) in Tonawanda: Erie County, New York, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Crossing six lanes, this railroad overpass has a large through plate girder span.

Sheridan Road Bridge
HSR

Sheridan Road Over North Shore Channel in Wilmette: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 210 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1910 By: Unknown and Carlton R. Dart

This unique bridge is an integral part of the Wilmette Pumping Station.

Sherman Park Northeast Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over Sherman Park Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two traditional concrete arch bridges in Sherman Park.

Sherman Park Northwest Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over Sherman Park Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two traditional concrete arch bridges in Sherman Park.

Sherman Park Southeast Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over Sherman Park Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two rustic stone faced concrete arch bridges in Sherman Park.

Sherman Park Southwest Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over Sherman Park Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two rustic stone faced concrete arch bridges in Sherman Park.

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Sherman Road Bridge
HSR

Sherman Road Over North Branch Macon Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of several abandoned small pony truss bridges in the county, this bridge is noted for its wooden railing.

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Shortcut Road Bridge
HSR

Shortcut Road Over Swan Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This little bridge was demolished, despite its decent condition.

Short Line Bridge
Milwaukee Road Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Mississippi River and River Parkway in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,061 ft. Main Span: 324 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1902 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is an impressive and uncommon example of a Baltimore deck truss.

Shough Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Shough Creek Road (TR-349) Over Bloody Run in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has old v-laced railings that could be from a previous bridge, or indicate that this is an old steel stringer bridge.

Sideroad 15 Bridge
HSR

Sideroad 15 Over Irvine Creek in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Reid-Riddell Engineering of Toronto, Ontario

One of a rapidly disappearing group of beautiful heritage concrete bowstring rainbow arch bridges in this township.

Sideroad 15 Bridge
HSR

Sideroad 15 Over Irvine Creek in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This truss bridge was closed after being severely damaged by impact due to an overheight vehicle.

Sidney Branch Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Sidney Branch Flatrock River in Rural: Bartholomew County, Indiana, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Abandoned decades ago, the railroad line is long gone, but this bridge remains here in good condition.

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Sidney Road Bridge
Gowen Bridge
HSR

Sidney Road (CR-510) Over Flat River in Gowen: Montcalm County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This attractive structure is a good representative example of its kind, and is in decent condition, yet also slated for demolition.

Siemens Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Railroad (Rail-Trail) in Siemens (Rural): Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This is an impressive railroad overpass utilizing an uncommon truss configuration.

Sierra Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Sierra Boulevard Over Railroad (Union Pacific) and Roseville Street in Roseville: Placer County, California, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 364 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Jenkins and Anderson and H. B. Hammill

This rare rainbow arch bridge is also noted for its long curved approach system.

Sigler Road Bridge
HSR

Sigler Road Over I-75 in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 262 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1954 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is an unmodified example of a historic curved t-beam, an old example that actually predates the official Interstate system.

Silk Street Bridge
HSR

Silk Street Over East Branch Owego Creek in Newark Valley: Tioga County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 69 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

A rare and beautiful structure that has been abandoned.

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Argentine Dam Bridge
Lobdell Lake Dam Bridge
HSR

Silver Lake Road Over Lobdell Lake Dam in Argentine: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: B. C. Lord of Clayton, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A rare example of a historic dam bridge in Michigan.

Silverwood Road Bridge
HSR

Silverwood Road Over North Branch Flint River in Rural: Lapeer County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 75 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

The last noteworthy historic bridge in Lapeer is a spectacular example of a skewed mid-size concrete camelback bridge.

Siphon Bridge
HSR

M-94 (Deer Street) Over Manistique River in Manistique: Schoolcraft County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Slab, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 296 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1918 By: Manistique Pulp and Paper Company of Manistique, Michigan

With a roadway that once was lower than the water it crosses, this bridge is an unusual structure that crosses an equally unusual waterway.

Sixes Bridge
HSR

Sixes Bridge Road Over Monocacy River in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland and Carroll County, Maryland, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1910 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

A very photogenic two-span through truss bridge.

Skeena River Crossing Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Grand Trunk Pacific) Over Skeena River in Rural: Kitimat-Stikine District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1911 By: Unknown

A large, massive, and visually impressive deck truss.

Skiles Athletic Field Bridge
Whitney Avenue Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Black Fork River in Shelby: Richland County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This bridge has unusual railings that the Massillon Bridge Company sometimes put on its bridges.

Skinners Falls Bridge
Milanville - Skinners Falls Bridge
HSR

Calkins Road (PA-1002) / CR-44 (Skinners Falls W Road) Over Delaware River in Milanville: Wayne County, Pennsylvania and Sullivan County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 467 ft. Main Span: 232 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1901 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

One of the oldest bridges built by American Bridge, and one of the most beautiful built structures in the region.

Skookum Road Bridge
HSR

Skookum Road Over Pine River in Rural: Lake County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: Wadel Construction Company

An early example of a pre-stressed concrete bridge and one that actually has some level of aesthetic value.

Sloat Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Sloat Boulevard (CA-35) Over Sunset Boulevard in San Francisco: San Francisco County, California, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 88 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This bridge is an attractive and unaltered example of a 1930s highway over highway grade separation.

Smiths Falls Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian Northern) Over Rideau River in Smiths Falls: Lanark County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed (Rolling Lift)

Main Spans: 5

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This plate girder bridge is located a short distance from a rare bascule bridge, and was likely constructed at the same time.

Smithfield Street Bridge
HSR

Smithfield Street Over Monongahela River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,177 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1883 By: Andrew Kloman and Gustav Lindenthal

In a city of historic bridges, this is Pittsburgh's most important remaining bridge, and perhaps the most visually stunning as well.

Smith Street Bridge
Bridge E-183
HSR

Smith Street Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Brockport: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This fixed pony truss is unusual when compared to other nearby historic Erie Canal bridges.

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Smith Road Bridge
HSR

Smith Road (TR-406) Over Conneaut Creek Tributary in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This small pony truss features extremely unusual connection design that was a characteristic of its builder.

Smith Road Bridge
Concord-Fairhaven Road Bridge
HSR

Smith Road (TR-216, Concord-Fairhaven Road) Over 4 Mile Creek in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio

The oldest of a number of remaining mid-20th century Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio bridges in Preble County.

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Smiths Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Smiths Creek Road Over Smiths Creek in Rural (Near Smiths Creek): St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

One of the oldest concrete girder bridges in Michigan, this small bridge's girders have spalled severely.

Smiths Crossing Bridge
Bailey Bridge
HSR

Smiths Crossing Road (Bailey Bridge Road) Over Tittabawassee River in Mapleton (Rural): Midland County, Michigan, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1907 By: Joliet Bridge and Iron Company of Joliet, Illinois

Among Michigan's longest truss bridges is this impressive two-span structure.

Smithton High-Level Bridge
HSR

I-70 Over Youghiogheny River in Near Smithton: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,355 ft. Main Span: 288 ft. Roadway: 64 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This bridge is an impressive structure to view from below.

Sneath Road Bridge
HSR

Sneath Road Over Humber River in Bolton: Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is one of the few heritage truss bridges in Ontario to be spared demolition and instead preserved!

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Snodgrass Slough Bridge
Twin Cities Road Bridge
HSR

Twin Cities Road (CR-E13) Over Snodgrass Slough in Rural: Sacramento County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 1,038 ft. Main Span: 184 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: C. J. Nystedt and M. A. Jenkins

This small swing span is sentenced to the dumpster despite its historic and visual qualities.

Snow Road Bridge
HSR

Snow Road Over Drain To Hickory Creek in Rural: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A small but unaltered example of a steel stringer bridge with lattice railing.

Snyder Memorial Bridge
HSR

Snyder Park Road Over Buck Creek in Springfield: Clark County, Ohio, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Unknown

This extraordinary bridge is extremely ornate, and has a unique design that combines an arch with a truss.

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Snyder Road Bridge
TR-406 Bridge
HSR

Snyder Road (TR-406) Over Lesley Run (Leslies Run) in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A photogenic little bridge was demolished and replaced.

Snyder Road Bridge
HSR

Snyder Road Over Perkiomen Creek in Perkiomenville: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 172 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This beautiful metal truss bridge has an unusual pony truss approach span and an impressive main span.

Soda Creek Private Bridge North
Soda Canyon Private Bridge North
HSR

Private Driveway Over Soda Creek in Rural: Napa County, California, United States

Wood 2 Panel Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two small and unusual private driveway bridges on this creek.

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Soda Creek Private Bridge South
Soda Canyon Private Bridge South
HSR

Private Driveway Over Soda Creek in Rural: Napa County, California, United States

Metal 2 Panel Welded Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two small and unusual private driveway bridges on this creek.

Soldiers Home Bridge
Steel Bridge
HSR

Soldiers Road Over Minnehaha Creek in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 627 ft. Main Span: 288 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Bayne and Hewett of Minneapolis, Minnesota

This magnificent bridge is extremely hard to photograph due to adjacent trees.

Songo Lock Bridge
HSR

State Park Road Over Songo River in Rural: Cumberland County, Maine, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This early American Bridge Company Bridge is an extremely rare operable hand turned swing bridge, and is of simple design.

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Sonora Road Bridge
TR-445 Bridge
HSR

Sonora Road (TR-445) Over Twin Creek in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

A traditional Pratt through truss creates a beautiful historic landmark to the surrounding area.

Soo Line High Bridge
Arcola High Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over St. Croix River in Rural: Washington County, Minnesota and St. Croix County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 7 Panel Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,682 ft. Main Span: 350 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1911 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Claude Allen Porter Turner of Minneapolis, Minnesota

This unique arch bridge is one of the most significant examples of its type in the country.

Soo Line Powder Mill Creek Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Soo Line) Over Powder Mill Creek in Near Bessemer: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An example of small-scale railroad concrete arch construction.

South Avenue Bridge
HSR

South Avenue (CT-124) Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in New Canaan: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 79 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Daniel Deering Construction Company of Norwalk, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

South Bend Canadian National Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over St. Joseph River, Northside Boulevard, and Lincoln Way (IN-933) in South Bend: St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 608 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1929 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge features ornate highway overpasses.

South Bridge (Stone Facing)
Animal Bridge
HSR

US-41 (Coast Guard Drive) Over Jackson Park South Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 67.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Thomas E. Hill and Peter J. Weber

The decorative stone and sculptures from an extremely rare Kahn reinforced concrete arch bridge were salvaged and placed on a replacement bridge.

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South Canal Bridge
HSR

Access Road Over South Canal in Lawrence: Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

This once proud truss bridge has suffered from structural failure.

South Cass Street Bridge
American Legion Memorial Bridge
HSR

South Cass Street Over Boardman River in Traverse City: Grand Traverse County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Aldrich and Cook and Jerome Wilhelm

The beauty of this Luten bridge was decimated by the removal of its decorative railings.

South County Line Road Bridge
Bricker Road Bridge
HSR

Fred Meijer Heartland Trail Over Fish Creek in Rural (Near Stanton): Montcalm County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Unknown

The county's only highway truss, this bridge was relocated onto a rail-trail.

South Deere Park Bridge
HSR

South Deere Park Drive Over Ravine in Highland Park: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This tiny concrete arch bridge has an attractive stone facing.

South Island Park Bridge
HSR

Fox River Trail (Non-Motorized Traffic) Over Fox River East Channel in Geneva: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is a small concrete arch bridge with a stone facing.

South Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 63170
HSR

South Road Drive Over Clear Creek in Rural: Allamakee County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

A small, but attractive riveted pony truss just off the main road.

South Bridge
Bernard Lown Peace Bridge
HSR

Cedar Street and Broad Street Over Androscoggin River in Lewiston and Auburn: Androscoggin County, Maine, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 723 ft. Main Span: 235 ft. Roadway: 40.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This is an impressive multi-span example of a 1930s truss bridge in Maine.

South St. Paul Railroad Bridge
Chicago and North Western Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Mississippi River in South St. Paul: Dakota County, Minnesota and Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt ,

Length: 1,275 ft. Main Span: 401 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This swing bridge was demolished and replaced in 1981, but the approach truss span remains original and noteworthy.

South Union Street Bridge
HSR

South Union Street Over Boardman River in Traverse City: Grand Traverse County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: L. W. Lamb Company of Jackson, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

One of the most important bridges in the Traverse City collection of old and historic bridges.

Southern Michigan Railroad Bridge
Tecumseh Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Southern Michigan Railroad Society) Over River Raisin in Near Tecumseh: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 255 ft. Main Span: 117 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan

A beautiful historic bridge, with a documented builder history, today carries historic train tours!

Southern Avenue Railroad Truss Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Southern Avenue and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Dearborn: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Continuous 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 233 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A rare example of a continuous truss with assymetrical configuration, this massive, wide structure is the only truss railroad overpass in the lower peninsula.

Southview Road Bridge
HSR

Southview Road (PA-4039) Over Millers Run in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This is a strikingly crude and simple looking arch bridge that looks older than it really is.

Southview Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Montour Rail-Trail) Over Southview Road in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This is a typical narrow tunnel-like concrete arch railroad overpass.

Spalding Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Cedar River in Spalding: Menominee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown

This impressive lattice truss span is a testimony to the origins of this railroad line with Chicago NorthWestern.

Sparksville Bridge
Sparks Ferry Bridge / Jackson County Bridge 203
HSR

Sparks Ferry Road (CR-1040 West) Over East Fork White River in Rural: Jackson County, Indiana and Washington County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 424 ft. Main Span: 181 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1890 By: Youngstown Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

This bridge is a large, multi-span example of its type, and its individual spans are large as well.

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Speaker Road Bridge
HSR

Speaker Road Over South Branch Mill Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown

One of the most important bridges in Michigan, this structure is now in storage awaiting restoration and reuse elsewhere.

Speed River Railway Bridge
Guelph Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Speed River in Guelph: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small deck plate girder resting on stone abutments.

Speers Railroad Bridge
Belle Vernon Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Monongahela River in Belle Vernon and Speers: Washington County, Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Truss Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,610 ft. Main Span: 450 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and A. N. Doud

This giant bridge is one of the only bridges in the entire state to display the rare K-truss configuration.

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Sperry Road Bridge
HSR

Sperry Road Over Belle River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1948 By: D. T. Frank

A good example of a 1940s bridge that features an uncommon railing design.

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Spillman Lane Bridge
HSR

Spillman Lane Over Enlow Fork Wheeling Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania and Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is part of a road that was turned into a state game lands trail.

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Spillville Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 11010
HSR

Main Street (CR-W14) Over Turkey River in Spillville: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1950 By: C. B. and M. R. Taylor

A beam bridge with attractive railing, abutments, and plaque.

Spoolsville Bridge
HSR

Old National Pike (US-40 ALT) Over Catoctin Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown

An attractive concrete arch bridge adds beauty to a historic route.

Sport Hill Road Bridge
Easton Turnpike Bridge
HSR

Sport Hill Road (Easton Turnpike, CT-59) Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Plattsville: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Sportman Road Bridge
HSR

Sportman Road (TR-896) Over East Branch Oil Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

This traditonal pin-connected through truss has had a load-bearing arch added.

Sportman Road Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Oil Creek and Allegheny Valley Railroad) Over East Branch Oil Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

An abandoned railroad plate girder bridge.

Spring Brook Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Path Over Spring Brook in Eaton Rapids: Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A nice concrete arch bridge with interesting and unique guardrails.

Spring City Royersford Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (Main Street, PA-1043) Over Schuylkill River in Royersford and Spring City: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania and Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 346 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 29.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This bridge still looks beautiful underneath, but the deck has been replaced and is lacking in aesthetics.

Spring Grove Road Bridge
HSR

Spring Grove Road (PA-1021) Over Conestoga River in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: Ira J. Reighter Construction Company

This t-beam bridge is noted for its unusually attractive concrete balustrade railing.

Spring Mountain Road Bridge
HSR

Spring Mountain Road Over York Creek in Rural: Napa County, California, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: J. B. Newman

This is one of many small stone arch bridges in Napa County.

York Creek Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over York Creek in Rural: Napa County, California, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of the only known surviving examples in North America of a cast iron arch bridge.

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Spring Road Bridge
HSR

Spring Road (TR-105, CR-1000 South) Over East Fork Mazon River in Rural: Grundy County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is a rare multi-span concrete through girder.

Spring Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Burlington Northern and Santa Fe) Over Spring Street in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This overpass is one of several similar structures in the city.

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Hallton Bridge
Spring Creek Bridge
HSR

River Road (TR-301) Over Spring Creek in Hallton: Elk County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Horseheads Bridge Company of Horseheads, New York

One of the last remaining examples of its builder, unique details including decorative bracing make this a very attractive and unique bridge.

Springs Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Springs Mill Road (PA-3019) Over Branch Red Clay Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This odd looking little bridge is an early example of a concrete slab type bridge in the area.

Stadium Drive Railroad Overpass
Red Arrow Highway Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Amtrak) Over Stadium Drive (Red Arrow Highway) in Rural: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Dominion Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This plate girder with imposing girders and abutments provides grade separation for a former trunk line roadway.

Stamm Road Bridge
HSR

Stamm Road Over Lawango Run in New Hamburg: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is noted for its decorative railings and skew.

Standardsburg Road Bridge
HSR

Standardsburg Road (TR-90) Over West Branch Huron River in Rural: Huron County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 128 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Pan American Bridge Company of New Castle, Indiana and Standard Engineering and Contracting Company

A 1920s era truss bridge adds beauty to its roadway.

Stanley Line Bridge
Grant Bridge
HSR

Stanley Line Over Bear Creek in St. Clair Township: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

A classic Warren pony truss with riveted connections beautifies an agricultural landscape in Ontario.

Stanton Station Bridge
HSR

Stanton Road Over South Branch Raritan River in Stanton Station: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Cleveland Bridge and Iron Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This extremely unique bridge features trussed floorbeams making it very significant.

Starrucca Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Erie Railway) Over Starrucca Creek, Railroad, and Highways in Lanesboro: Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,040 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 17

Built 1848 By: Unknown and J. P. Kirkwood and J. W. Adams

One of the oldest and longest railroad bridges in Pennsylvania, this is one of the largest stone railroad bridges in the country.

State Line Bridge
Lake County Bridge 36
HSR

State Line Road Over Kankakee River in Rural: Kankakee County, Illinois and Lake County, Indiana, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 224 ft. Main Span: 222 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This extremely rare and beautiful pin connected Pennsylvania is to be preserved after a fight to save it.

State Line Road Bridge
Garvins Bridge
HSR

State Line Road Over Brush Run in Rural: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

A small pony truss with non-structural concrete posts at the end.

State Line Road Bridge
HSR

State Line Road (TR-300) Over Ashtabula Creek in Rural: Erie County, Pennsylvania and Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This small truss bridge has had beams added to do the work of supporting the road.

State Line Road Bridge
HSR

State Line Road Over North Fork Little Beaver Creek in Rural: Columbiana County, Ohio and Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Central Construction Company

A small pony truss offers some beauty to a rural road.

State Park Road Bridge
HSR

State Park Road Over Crooked River in 1937: Cumberland County, Maine, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Lackawanna Steel Construction Corporation of Buffalo, New York

This pony truss bridge is in good condition and is noted for its span length.

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State Road Bridge
Old Bad Axe Road Bridge
HSR

State Road (Old Bad Axe Road) Over Pinnebog River in Popple (Rural): Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1915 By: Unknown

A rare example of a highway plate girder, this unusual bridge appears to be extremely old.

State Road Bridge
HSR

State Road Over Pine River in Rural: Lake County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1961 By: Parmalee and Carpenter of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A somewhat early example of a pre-stressed concrete bridge, and an extremely late example of a bridge with R4 railings.

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State Boulevard Spy Run Creek Bridge
Allen County Bridge 546
HSR

State Boulevard Over Spy Run Creek in Fort Wayne: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Herman Tapp Construction Company of Fort Wayne, Indiana and Asa Waters Grosvenor of Fort Wayne, Indiana

This is a historically significant bridge designed by a noted local engineer.

State Street Bridge
Bataan-Corregidor Memorial Bridge
HSR

State Street Over Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Railing Height Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 307 ft. Main Span: 245 ft. Roadway: 72 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Overland Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

A wide truss bascule bridge in downtown Chicago, built in the 1940s.

State Street Bridge
Plains Road Bridge
HSR

State Street (Plains Road) Over Grand River in Eaton Rapids: Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1948 By: B. H. Sargent of Grand Rapids, Michigan

This unusual 1940s bridge is a graceful curved t-beam that features MSHD truss style riveted railings.

Station Street Bridge
Raccoon Station Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Station Street and Sidewalk in Joffre: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This fascinating arch bridge features a separate smaller arch uphill slightly for a sidewalk.

Station Street Bridge
HSR

Station Street Over Kankakee River in Kankakee: Kankakee County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 379 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This attractive arch bridge has been rehabilitated.

Steamboat Slough Bridge
HSR

CA-160 Over Steamboat Slough in Rural: Sacramento County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal ,

Length: 343 ft. Main Span: 226 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1924 By: Nystedt and Isham and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This is a good example of a Strauss heel-trunnion bascule bridge with little alteration to the truss.

Steele's Bridge
HSR

Asphodel 3rd Line Over Ouse River in Rural: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is a fairly old, and multi-span example of a rigid-frame bridge in Ontario.

Steele Road Bridge
Brown County Bridge 37
HSR

Steele Road (T. C. Steele Road) Over North Fork Salt Creek in Rural: Brown County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This state standard pony truss was moved to this location in 1957.

Steel's Fishtrap Bridge
Norway Road Bridge
HSR

Norway Road (CR-225 / CR-351) Over Salt Fork in Rural: Saline County, Missouri, United States

Metal 10 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company of Leavenworth, Kansas

An extremely rare and highly significant example of a bowstring built by a smaller bridge company.

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Stein Road Bridge
HSR

Stein Road Over Shebeon Creek in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This truss bridge was moved from Stein Road onto nearby private property.

Stephenson Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Little Cedar River in Stephenson: Menominee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

One of a couple impressive lattice truss bridges on this section of railroad line.

Stevenson Bridge
HSR

Stevenson Bridge Road Over Putah Creek in Rural: Solano County, California and Yolo County, California, United States

Concrete Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 298 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1923 By: J. L. Webster

This multi-span rainbow arch bridge is a rare example of its type.

Stevens Road Bridge
HSR

Stevens Road Over Hunting Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 97 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This was the first of many historic truss bridges to be preserved in the county.

Stewart Avenue Bridge
HSR

Stewart Avenue Over Fall Creek in Ithaca: Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Unknown

A late, but nonetheless uncommon example of a deck truss in western New York; beautiful views can be had from this bridge.

Stockton Drive Deming Place Underpass
HSR

Stockton Drive Over Pedestrian Walkway in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown

One of three stone faced concrete bridge on Stockton Drive in Lincoln Park.

Stockton Drive Armitage Avenue Underpass
HSR

Stockton Drive Over Pedestrian Walkway in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown

One of three stone faced concrete bridges on Stockton Drive in Lincoln Park.

Stone Arch Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Mississippi River and Portland Avenue in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,100 ft. Main Span: 197 ft. Main Spans: 21

Built 1883 By: Edward Darragh and Charles C. Smith

This is an iconic railroad bridge in the city that has been converted for pedestrian use.

Stone Arch Road Bridge
Bridge Number 0001
HSR

Stone Arch Road (CR-200 East) Over Nineveh Creek in Rural: Johnson County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

With its distinctive portal bracing, this bridge is a noteworthy example of its builder and was beautifully restored.

Stone Arch Road Culvert
HSR

Stone Arch Road (CR-200 East) Over Nineveh Creek Tributary in Rural: Johnson County, Indiana, United States

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny stone arch culvert appears to be where the name of this road comes from.

Stonelick Williams Corner Road Bridge
St. Philomena Church Bridge
HSR

Stonelick Williams Corner Road (CR-116) Over Stonelick Creek in Rural: Clermont County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio

A beautiful bridge, this was bypassed by the county, providing a good example of historic bridge management.

Stone Bridge
HSR

Sheridan Road Over Ravine Number 1 in Glencoe: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 191 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1923 By: Unknown

Standing out for its curved roadway, this is the most impressive of three similar bridges on this stretch of Sheridan Road.

Stone Road Bridge
McQuillian's Bridge
HSR

Stone Road (Old Alignment) Over Eramosa River in Guelph: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Charles Borromeo Mattaini of Fergus, Ontario

This beautiful concrete bowstring arch bridge was bypassed and left in place for pedestrian use!

Stones Levee Bridge
HSR

Stones Levee Road Over Railroad in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 121 ft. Main Span: 114 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Interstate Building Company

An attractive truss bridge with an interesting history, this structure is in poor condition.

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Stoughton Road Bridge
HSR

Stoughton Road Over Slippery Rock Creek in Rural: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

An unusual pin connected truss bridge displaying Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio details.

Stafford Road Bridge
Bartholomew County Bridge 56
HSR

Stafford Road (CR-900 North) Over Haw Creek in Rural: Bartholomew County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Albert and Frank Harman

This simple concrete arch bridge is an early surviving example of its type in Indiana.

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Strathmore Mill Bridge
Keith Paper Company Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Power Canal in Turners Falls: Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 230 ft. Main Span: 153 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Ending right in the building it provides access to, plans call for demolition of this important part of the historic mill.

Strawberry Mansion Bridge
Fairmount Park Trolley Bridge
HSR

Strawberry Mansion Drive Over Schuylkill River and Various Streets in Philadelphia: Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,242 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1897 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and Theodore Cooper

This beautiful bridge is an early, large, and rare example of its type and it contributes to a historic district.

Strimples Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Strimples Mill Road Over Lockatong Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 93 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A traditional example of the work done by a prominent bridge builder.

Stronach Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Little Manistee River in Stronach: Manistee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 124 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan and King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio (Repairs)

The main deck truss span of this bridge was moved from Grand Ledge, MI and rennovated in 1909.

Stroud Bridge
HSR

Sharon Lane (TR-859) Over Brush Run (Branch Raccoon Creek) in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This is an unusual bridge because it is a highway bridge composed of angles in a style usually only used by railroad companies.

Sturgeon Bay Bridge
Michigan Street Bridge
HSR

Michigan Street Over Sturgeon Bay in Sturgeon Bay: Door County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,420 ft. Main Span: 161 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Wausau Iron Works of Wausau, Wisconsin and Keller and Harrington

This beutiful iconic bascule bridge with its long series of truss approach spans is a preserved thanks to local support.

Sturgeon River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Soo Line) Over Sturgeon River in Rural: Houghton County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1913 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This bridge is noted for its long plate girder span and caisson supports.

Sturgis Road Bridge
HSR

Sturgis Road Over Thunder Bay River in Rural: Montmorency County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This bridge and the road it serves are no longer open to vehicular traffic, but have been turned into a non-motorized trail.

Stuyvesant Falls Bridge
HSR

CR-25A Over Kinderhook Creek in Rural: Columbia County, New York, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 207 ft. Main Span: 202 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This ornate bridge is a rare non-lenticular bridge built by Berlin Iron Bridge Company.

Sugar Creek Chapel Bridge
CR-9 Bridge
HSR

CR-9 Over Spring Creek Branch in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 163 ft. Main Span: 159 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: P. E. Lane of Chicago, Illinois

One of the most unusual bridges in the United States, while at the same time is one of the most visually appealing; built from 1890s roof trusses!

Sugar Run Road Bridge
HSR

Sugar Run Road Over West Virginia Fork Fish Creek in Rural: Wetzel County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1914 By: Concrete Steel Bridge Company of Clarksburg, West Virginia

A two-span concrete arch bridge that has not been cared for, and is in bad shape.

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Sulpher Heights Hill Road Bridge
River Road Bridge
HSR

Sulpher Heights Hill Road (River Road) Over Great Miami River in Rural: Shelby County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 233 ft. Main Span: 114 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1886 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

A scenic two-span through truss bridge with decorative portal bracing.

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Sulphur Springs Road Bridge
HSR

Sulphur Springs Road Over Little Juniata Creek in Rural: Perry County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

Although the trusses of this bridge no longer function to hold traffic loads and also are falling apart, they continue to offer heritage value.

Sumantown Road Bridge
HSR

Sumantown Road Over Catoctin Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works)

This traditional bridge includes beautiful lattice railings with flower motifs.

Summer Street Bridge
HSR

Summer Street Over Fort Point Channel in Boston: Suffolk County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Retractile and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 502 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

One of the rarest bridges in the country, this is one of a handful of remaining retractile bridges in the country.

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Susquehanna Trail Bridge
Ganoga Bridge
HSR

Susquehanna Trail (PA-295) Over Big Conewago Creek in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 419 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1926 By: G. A. and F.M. Wagman Company of York, Pennsylvania and A. P. Dise

This bridge was an excellent and uncommon example of a closed spandrel ribbed arch and was in decent shape until PennDOT demolished it.

Sutherland Road Bridge
Island Lake State Recreation Area Bridge
HSR

Sutherland Road (Abandoned) Over Huron River in Rural: Livingston County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

Hidden away on an abandoned road now used as a non-motorized trail is this rare and non-standard deck girder bridge.

Sutter Slough Bridge
HSR

Sutter Slough Bridge Road Over Sutter Slough in Rural: Sacramento County, California and Yolo County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 397 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Lord and Bishop

This swing bridge lacks a center tower and therefore does not immediately look like a swing bridge to drivers.

Swamp Creek Road Bridge North
HSR

Swamp Creek Road Over Unami Creek in Rural: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1910 By: James M. Smith

One of two attractive stone arch bridges on this road being rehabilitated.

Swamp Creek Road Bridge South
HSR

Swamp Creek Road Over Unami Creek in Rural: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1892 By: Thomas McAdams

One of two attractive stone arch bridges on this road being rehabilitated.

Swan Creek Road Bridge #1
HSR

Swan Creek Road (Abandoned Old Alignment) Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A classic riveted Warren pony truss on private property.

Swan Creek Road Bridge #2
HSR

Swan Creek Road (Abandoned Old Alignment) Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An interesting riveted Pratt pony truss on private property.

Swan Road Bridge
HSR

Swan Road (PA-3083) Over Officers Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1916 By: Dunleavy Brothers of Coatesville, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

A late but visually impressive stone arch bridge.

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Swanson Road Bridge
HSR

Swanson Road Over Buck Run Creek in Rural: Livingston County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 10.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge has unusual details that associate it with its builder.

Swart Bridge
HSR

Amity Ridge Road (US-19) Over 10 Mile Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 4 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Dickey and Saxon and Chaney Engineering Company

This graceful concrete arch bridge retains its original railings.

Sweetgrass Golf Club Bridge 1
HSR

Golf Course Pathway Over Golf Course Waterway in Rural: Menominee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of five historic metal truss bridges relocated to this golf course, this is the smallest of the five.

Sweetgrass Golf Club Bridge 4
HSR

Golf Course Pathway Over Golf Course Waterway in Rural: Menominee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of five historic metal truss bridges relocated to this golf course, this small bridge sits out in the open for all to see.

Sweetgrass Golf Club Bridge 5
HSR

Golf Course Pathway Over Golf Course Waterway in Rural: Menominee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of five historic metal truss bridges relocated to this golf course, this bridge is hidden in a wooden area of the course.

Sy Huffman Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Sy Huffman Hill Road (TR-489, Varner Road) Over Smith Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Unknown

This small bridge is composed of two ribs, which is an unusual design.

Sylvan Road Bridge
Ravine Bluffs Development Bridge
HSR

Sylvan Road Over Ravine in Glencoe: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 17 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1984 By: Unknown and Frank Lloyd Wright

This modern bridge is worth noting because it replicates a bridge designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1915.

Tanners Falls Bridge
HSR

Tanners Falls Road (PA-4017) Over West Branch Dyberry Creek in Rural: Wayne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1885 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

Spanning next to a beautiful waterfall, each span of this bridge is a different age and has its own unique design details.

Tappan Road Bridge
HSR

Tappan Road Over East Branch Owego Creek in Near Newark Valley: Tioga County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This pony truss has very tall trusses.

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Taylor Bridge
HSR

CR-313 (CR-304) Over North Fabius River in Taylor: Marion County, Missouri, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 201 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Chermus Construction Company

This bridge is among the longest Parker truss spans in the state.

Taylor Road Bridge
HSR

Taylor Road Over Mill Creek in Rural: Jefferson County, New York, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 26 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This tiny bridge is an example of one of the shortest possible truss bridges.

Taylor's Ford Bridge
HSR

Nolen Avenue Over Wapsipinicon River in Rural: Buchanan County, Iowa, United States

Metal 14 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 271 ft. Main Span: 143 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1872 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

An early and unaltered example of an extremely important bridge type, this structure was bypassed.

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TC-17 Sault Ste Marie Bridge
Great Northern Road Bridge
HSR

TC-17 / KH-17 (Great Northern Road) Over Root River in Sault Ste Marie: Algoma District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Replaced in 2011, this was an example of an attractive Ontario standard plan bridge.

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Teachout Road Bridge
HSR

Teachout Road Over Wolf Creek in Rural: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

An unusual and old lattice guardrail beam bridge.

Techny Road Bridge
Chicago and North Western Railroad Bridge Number 866
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Techny Road in Northbrook: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This is an old concrete arch railroad overpass.

Techumseh Street Bridge
Allen County Bridge 537, Coombs Street Bridge
HSR

Techumseh Street Over Maumee River in Fort Wayne: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 310 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 27.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1912 By: Herman Tapp Construction Company of Fort Wayne, Indiana and George Jaap

This highly decorated concrete arch bridge has a stone facing.

Telkwa Bridge
HSR

Coalmine Road (Riverside Street) Over Bulkley River in Telkwa: Bulkley-Nechako District, British Columbia, Canada

Wood 12 Panel Howe Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A typical, representative example of a British Columbia wooden truss bridge.

Telkwa Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Bulkley River in Telkwa: Bulkley-Nechako District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A traditionally composed example of a camelback railway truss.

Tennessee Avenue Bridge
Allen County Bridge 539
HSR

Tennessee Avenue Over St. Joseph River in Fort Wayne: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 220 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1912 By: Lafayette Engineering Company of Lafayette, Indiana and Asa Waters Grosvenor of Fort Wayne, Indiana

This highly decorated concrete arch bridge has a brick facing.

Miami Cut Branch Railroad Overpass #1
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Railroad (Abandoned Baltimore and Ohio) in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A rare example of a railroad pony truss, this is a massive bridge.

Miami Cut Branch Railroad Overpass #2
HSR

Private Drive Over Railroad (Abandoned Baltimore and Ohio) in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This private bridge is a skewed through truss in good condition.

Terminal Street Bridge
HSR

Terminal Street Over Railroad (Pittsburgh and Lake Erie) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This unusual bridge spans between two buildings.

Territorial Road Culvert
HSR

Territorial Road Over Ox Creek in Benton Harbor: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Culvert, Fixed

Length: 23 ft. Main Span: 11 ft. Roadway: 54 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1949 By: Unknown

One of two nearby early concrete cast-in-place culverts with good historic integrity and attractive railings.

Thomas B. McQuesten High Level Bridge
High Level Bridge
HSR

York Boulevard Over Desjardins Canal in Hamilton: Hamilton City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 365 ft. Roadway: 54 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario and James, Proctor, and Redfern of Toronto, Ontario

This highly decorated landmark bridge is very beautiful and also has a high level of heritage and technological significance.

Thames Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Thames Street in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Unknown

This is a nice stone arch bridge, that is among the oldest of London's bridges.

Thamesville Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Thames River in Near Thamesville: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This massive railroad bridge has large lattice portal bracing.

Thomson Road Bridge
HSR

Thomson Road Over Railroad (Abandoned Yard) in Rural: Cass County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 169 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1919 By: Unknown

This bridge is very rare, both as an early t-beam bridge and for having a brick deck!

Thornapple River Private Bridge
HSR

Private Access Over Thornapple River in Rural: Barry County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is a beautiful secret that is hidden away within private property.

Thornapple River Railroad Bridge
Cascade Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Thornapple River in Rural (Near Cascade): Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1921 By: Unknown

An impressive three span deck truss.

Catherine Street Bridge
Thornhill Place Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Catherine Street Over Railroad (Abandoned Grand Trunk Western / Dequindre Cut Greenway) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is one of several remaining historically significant overpasses that relate the industrial growth of Detroit during that time.

Thousand Islands Bridge
North Channel (Canadian) Bridge
HSR

KH-137 Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) North Channel in Rural: Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal Plate Girder Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 3,330 ft. Main Span: 750 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1938 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario and Robinson and Steinman of New York, New York

This northern portion of the Thousand Islands Bridge system has a remarkable span variety including truss, suspension, and arch!

Thousand Islands Bridge
International Rift Bridge
HSR

I-81 and KH-137 Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) (International Rift) in Rural: Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario and Jefferson County, New York, Canada and United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: R. A. Blythe of Toronto, Ontario

This central portion of the Thousand Islands Bridge system is noted as one of the smallest international bridges.

Tidioute Bridge
HSR

Buckingham Street (PA-127) Over Allegheny River in Tidioute: Warren County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 551 ft. Main Span: 270 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1933 By: Bates and Rogers of Chicago, Illinois and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

Extensive lattice and v-lacing, and impressive span size make this a complex structure.

Tindall Bridge
HSR

Rice Road (CR-209) Over Sandusky River in Rural: Sandusky County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 332 ft. Main Span: 166 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1915 By: Champion Iron Company of Kenton, Ohio

This highly attractive bridge retains excellent historic integrity and has been restored.

Paines Railroad Bridge
Tittabawassee River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Tittabawassee River in Paines: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An unusual railroad plate girder swing bridge, that has not operated for an eternity.

Tiffany Stone Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Turtle Creek in Tiffany: Rock County, Wisconsin, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 5

Built 1869 By: Unknown

This bridge may be the oldest stone bridge in Wisconsin.

Tobias Bridge
Jefferson County Bridge 30
HSR

CR-1350 West Over Big Creek in Rural: Jefferson County, Indiana, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 146 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Indianapolis Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

This bridge has unique vertical members and is a good example of a creative historic bridge rehabilitation.

Todd Road Private Bridge
Black Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Private Walkway Over Black Creek in Rural: Sanilac County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A rare example of a lightweight double-Warren pony truss bridge.

Sumner Street Bridge
Toledo Amtrak Station Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Sumner Street Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

A two-span Pratt through truss, with an old brick deck is a remnant of an abandoned section of road.

Toledo Norfolk Southern Railroad Bridge
Toledo New York Central Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Maumee River in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 760 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Toledo Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio (Former Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio)

This swing bridge is noted for an unusual truss configuration.

Tompkins Bridge
HSR

M-50 Over Sandstone Creek in Tompkins: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Walter Toebe Company and Michigan State Highway Department

A very old example of a concrete encased steel stringer bridge, this bridge was restored.

Torrence Avenue Railroad Bridge
Chicago and Western Indiana Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Chicago and Western Indiana Railroad) Over Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive)

Main Spans: 1

Built 1968 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This abandoned railroad lift bridge sits next to an older highway lift bridge.

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Torrey Road Bridge
HSR

Torrey Road Over Swartz Creek in Rural: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

One of several representative examples of small scale bridge construction in the late 1920s and early 1930s in the county.

Touchette Bridge
Pont Touchette
HSR

CR-650 Over South Nation River in Rural: Prescott and Russell United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 245 ft. Main Span: 245 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Arthur Sedgwick

This graceful truss bridge is a welcome sight on this road.

Tower Bridge
HSR

M Street Over Sacramento River in Sacramento and West Sacramento: Sacramento County, California and Yolo County, California, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 738 ft. Main Span: 209 ft. Roadway: 51.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Consolidated Steel Company of Los Angeles, California and Alfred W. Eichler

This landmark lift bridge with its striking gold paint has strong Streamline Moderne art deco details and provides a gateway leading to and from the state Capitol.

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Town Bridge Road Bridge
HSR

Town Bridge Road Over Farmington River in Rural: Hartford County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 172 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This ornate Parker truss is a rare example of a non-lenticular East Berlin Bridge Company Bridge.

Town Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Town Creek Road (Old Alignment) Over Town Creek in Rural: Allegany County, Maryland, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 11 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1919 By: Unknown

This is a rural and extremely narrow concrete arch bridge that has been bypassed and abandoned.

Townley Road Bridge
HSR

Townley Road Over Ore Creek in Rural: Livingston County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is the last known metal truss bridge remaining in Livingston County.

Townline Brook Bridge
Bennett Park Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Townline Brook in Rural: Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1875 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is the only 1870s bowstring in Michigan, a rare example of a plate and channel top chord bowstring.

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Townline Road Bridge
HSR

Townline Road (TR-113) Over East Branch Huron River in Rural: Huron County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This otherwise traditional pony truss has unusual endpost-top chord cover plates that double as builder plaques.

Townsend Park Drive Bridge East
HSR

Townsend Park Drive Over Bear Creek in Cannonsburg: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 23 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

One of two nearly identical bridges here in Townsend Park.

Townsend Park Drive Bridge West
HSR

Townsend Park Drive Over Bear Creek in Cannonsburg: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 23 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

One of two nearly identical bridges here in Townsend Park.

Townsend Park Foot Bridge
HSR

Townsend Park Walkway Over Bear Creek in Cannonsburg: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny foot bridge has a stone facing to make it look nice.

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Town Street Bridge
HSR

Town Street Over Scioto River in Columbus: Franklin County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 700 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1917 By: Unknown

This bridge was a large example of an earth-filled concrete deck arch.

Trancas Street Bridge
Little Trancas Bridge
HSR

Trancas Street Over Milliken Creek in Napa: Napa County, California, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 169 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1908 By: H. W. Wing of Napa, California

This bridge stands out among Napa County stone arch bridges for its length and number of spans.

Trenary Bridge
HSR

M-67 Over Scotts Creek in Trenary: Alger County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Straits Construction Company

This is an old arch bridge that was widened in the 1950s, so it looks like a 1950s arch bridge today.

Troyer Road Bridge
HSR

Troyer Road Over Venison Creek in Rural: Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss has been closed to traffic for some time and is today quite overgrown with vegetation.

TR-2 Bridge
HSR

TR-2 Over Nith River in Rural: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This truss bridge has been left in place with a reconfigured deck for non-motorized traffic only.

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TR-12 Bridge East
HSR

TR-12 Over Nith River in Rural: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 133 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Reid-Riddell Engineering of Toronto, Ontario

One of three truss bridges on this road, which form an interesting group of truss bridges.

TR-12 Bridge Middle
HSR

TR-12 Over Nith River in Rural: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 133 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Reid-Riddell Engineering of Toronto, Ontario

One of three truss bridges on this road, which form an interesting group of truss bridges.

TR-12 Bridge West
HSR

TR-12 Over Nith River in Rural: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Reid-Riddell Engineering of Toronto, Ontario

One of three truss bridges on this road, which form an interesting group of truss bridges, this bridge is noted for its skew.

TR-38 Bridge
HSR

TR-38 Over Ottawa Creek in Rural: Hancock County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

A picturesque pin connected pony truss that has been closed to traffic.

TR-76 Yellow Bank River Bridge
Little Log House Pioneer Village Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Unnamed Pond in Rural: Dakota County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Thacher Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This extremely unusual and rare Thacher-like truss bridge was relocated and preserved.

TR-99 Bridge
HSR

TR-99 Over Gordon Creek in Rural: Paulding County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Bellefontaine Bridge and Iron Company of Bellefontaine, Ohio

A rare, abandoned example of a bedstead pony truss that should be restored.

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TR-126 Bridge
HSR

TR-126 Over Buck Creek in Rural: Ashland County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

A massive membered pony truss bridge with good historic integrity.

TR-251 Bridge
HSR

TR-251 Over Outlet Ditch in Rural: Hancock County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This ancient bridge continues to serve its original function of carrying vehicular traffic.

Tracel de Cap-Rouge
Cap-Rouge Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Cap-Rouge in Cap-Rouge (Québec): Capitale-Nationale, Québec, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,333 ft. Main Span: 158 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1908 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This tall and extremely long bridge is an amazing structure and is part of the same rail line as nearby Pont De Québec

Tremaine Bridge
Bone's Mill Bridge - Bever Bridge (Iowa Number 171920)
HSR

280th Street Over Boone River in Rural: Hamilton County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 186 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: N. M. Stark of Des Moines, Iowa

A noteworthy remaining example of a camelback truss in Iowa.

Triple Whipple Bridge
Laughery Creek Bridge
HSR

IN-56 (Old Alignment) Over Laughery Creek in Buffalo (Rural): Dearborn County, Indiana and Ohio County, Indiana, United States

Metal 21 Panel Pin-Connected Triple Intersection Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 298 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

The king of Indiana bridges, a nationally significant, ancient 1878 bridge features a unique truss configuration, and has a huge span.

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Trowbridge Road Bridge
HSR

Trowbridge Road (Trowbridge Court) Over Railroad (Canadian National) in Bloomfield Hills: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 231 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1930 By: A. Guthrie and Company of St. Paul, Minnesota

One of the most beautiful and unusual concrete structures in Michigan that is unfortunately hard to enjoy.

Tilton Island Park Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Winnepesaukee River in Tilton: Merrimack County, New Hampshire and Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Truesdell Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Roadway: 10 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1881 By: A. D. Briggs of Springfield, Massachusetts

An exceedingly rare cast iron bridge, this is the only only known surviving example of a patented Truesdell truss bridge.

Trent Drive Bridge
HSR

Trent Drive Over Trent River (Trent-Severn Waterway) in Campbellford: Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier)

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of only a few surviving unaltered heritage swing bridges on the Trent-Severn Waterway.

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Tunnelton Bridge
HSR

Tunnelton Road (PA-3003) Over Conemaugh River in Rural: Indiana County, Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 402 ft. Main Span: 396 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge has some very unusual details and is also noteworthy for its long single span.

Tupperville Bridge
HSR

Tupperville Road Over Sydenham River in Tupperville: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 276 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1965 By: Dean Construction Company

This is the only known highway swing bridge in the area, it no longer operates today.

Turner Road Bridge
HSR

Turner Road Over Grand River in Rural: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 208 ft. Main Span: 202 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Wynkoop and McGormley of Toledo, Ohio

This breathtaking Parker truss is similar to Kent Street but retains greater historic integrity in a scenic setting.

Turney Bridge
HSR

CR-453 (CR-307) Over Thomas Creek in Rural: Shelby County, Missouri, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 29 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Pan American Bridge Company of New Castle, Indiana

A rare example of a special type of inexpensive bridge built in the early 20th Century.

Turntable Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Black River in Rural: Sanilac County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This fascinating bridge's main span is a reused railroad turntable!

Turtleville Iron Bridge
Lathers Road Bridge
HSR

Lathers Road Over Turtle Creek in Rural: Rock County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 147 ft. Main Span: 141 ft. Roadway: 14.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

A relatively early example of a bridge built by an important and long-lived regional bridge builder.

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Twin Bridge South
HSR

River Road Over Black River in Forestport: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Rochester Bridge and Construction Company of Rochester, New York

One of two truss bridges on this road, this example is noted as a rare surviving example of its builder.

Twin Bridge
Hendricks County Bridge 178
HSR

Broadway Street (Road 50 South) Over West Fork White Lick Creek in Rural: Hendricks County, Indiana, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 153 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

Sitting next to a large historic railroad bridge, this skewed bridge is significant as a rare pin -connected Baltimore truss.

Twin Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX, Former Big Four Railroad) Over West Fork White Lick Creek and Twin Bridges Road in Rural: Hendricks County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 275 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1906 By: Bates and Rogers of Chicago, Illinois

Sitting next to a historic highway bridge, this is a large, old, high level concrete railroad bridge.

Twin Falls Bridge
HSR

Twin Falls Road Over Menominee River in Rural: Dickinson County, Michigan and Florence County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Central States Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

This impressive state border bridge is the only pin-connected highway camelback truss in Michigan and one of only two in Wisconsin.

Two Cent Bridge
Ticonic Foot Bridge
HSR

Temple Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Kennebec River in Waterville: Kennebec County, Maine, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Berlin Construction Company of Berlin Connecticut and Edwin Dwight Graves of Hartford, Connecticut

This is a very impressive and significant swinging style pedestrian suspension foot bridge.

Twyckenham Drive Bridge
Kline Street Bridge, St. Joseph County Bridge 207
HSR

Twyckenham Drive Over St. Joseph River and Northside Boulevard in South Bend: St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 431 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1929 By: Rieth-Riley Construction Company of Goshen, Indiana and William S. Moore

This very attractive bridge has an impressive arch height, as it clears most of the river valley.

Twyn Rivers Drive Rouge River Bridge
HSR

Twyn Rivers Drive Over Rouge River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is one of two heritage bridges on this highly scenic road.

Twyn Rivers Drive Little Rouge River Bridge
HSR

Twyn Rivers Drive Over Little Rouge River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is one of two heritage bridges on this highly scenic road.

Tyler Bridge
HSR

WV-18 Over McElroy Creek in Tyler (Rural): Tyler County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 203 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

A West Virginia standard plan highway pony truss from the 1930s.

Tyrone Avenue Bridge
HSR

Tyrone Avenue Over Walter Creek Drain in Rural: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

An excellent unaltered example of a small-scale t-beam bridge in Michigan.

Tyrone Forge Viaduct
PA-453 Little Juniata River Bridge
HSR

PA-453 (PA-45 Truck Route) Over Little Juniata River and PA-1015 in Tyrone Forge: Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 34.5 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1937 By: R. C. Burket and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This early and rare example of a continuous curved t-beam has been beautifully rehabilitated by PennDOT.

Tysons Bridge
HSR

Bertolet School Road Over French Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: John Denithorne and Sons of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This bridge documents both a national trend and a bridge builder transition into riveted connections.

Uhlerstown-Frenchtown Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over Delaware River in Uhlerstown and Frenchtown: Hunterdon County, New Jersey and Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 951 ft. Main Span: 156 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1931 By: Unknown

With six total spans, this is a long and significant simple span truss bridge.

Ulshaffer Road Bridge
HSR

Ulshaffer Road Over Thunder Bay River in Rural: Montmorency County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A secluded pony truss with interesting beams under the deck.

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Ulster Bridge
Ulster - Sheshequin Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (PA-1022) Over Susquehanna River (North Branch) in Ulster: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,011 ft. Main Span: 237 ft. Roadway: 19.3 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1904 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

A truly unique bridge with no equal, this spectacular bridge featured four Parker truss spans, plus what may be one of the longest multi-span pony trusses as an approach.

Union Flatrock Church Bridge
Flatrock Creek Foot Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Flatrock Creek in Rural: Ripley County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny concrete arch foot bridge connects a church to a cemetery.

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Union Line Bridge
HSR

Union Line Over Otter Creek in Rural: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This long abandoned pony truss retains good historic integrity but is sitting on a cracked abutment.

Union Street Bridge
HSR

Union Street Over Nash Creek in Sparta: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown

This tiny bridge has attractive railings that are unlike those seen elsewhere in Michigan.

University Drive Bridge
HSR

University Drive Over North Branch Thames River in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal (Concrete Encased) Cantilever Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Simple Span Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual bridge is a concrete encased deck plate girder and the center span appears to include a suspended span.

Upper Black Eddy-Milford Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (Frenchtown-Milford Road) Over Delaware River in Milford and Upper Black Eddy: Hunterdon County, New Jersey and Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 700 ft. Main Span: 228 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1933 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

With its polygonal top chord, this bridge offers a much different appearance from other area Delaware River bridges.

Upper Bridge
HSR

Liberty Street (River Street) Over Ausable River in Keeseville: Clinton County, New York and Essex County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 218 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 15.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1878 By: Murray Dougal and Company of Milton, Pennsylvania

This is a very old surviving Pratt truss bridge and it has ornate cast iron portal bracing.

Upper Falls Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Minnehaha Creek in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

One of several historic stone-faced concrete bridges in this park, this one is strategically located right above the falls.

Upper Lisle Bridge
HSR

Upper Lisle Road Over Otselic River in Upper Lisle (Rural): Broome County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 182 ft. Main Span: 182 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This bridge features an uncommon truss configuration, and has suffered some alterations.

US-6 / US-19 Meadville Bridge
Baldwin Street Extension Bridge
HSR

US-6 / US-19 (Baldwin Street Extension, French Creek Parkway) Over French Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 149 ft. Roadway: 34.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1937 By: J. Lee Plumer and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

One of three beautiful two-span truss bridges occurring within a relatively short distance on a highway.

US-6 / US-19 Saegertown Bridge
Main Street Bridge
HSR

US-6 / US-19 (French Creek Parkway, Main Street) Over French Creek in Rural (Near Saegertown): Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 30.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1936 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is one of the three bridges on this highway that makes US-6 / US-19 one of the most unique drives ever.

US-6 / US-19 Venango Bridge
River Street Bridge
HSR

US-6 / US-19 (Cussewago Street, River Street) Over French Creek in Venango: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 295 ft. Main Span: 146 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1934 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This bridge provides a gateway into Venango as you head south, and is also part of a unique trio of bridges along this stretch of highway.

US-10 Eastbound Patrick Road Bridge
HSR

US-10 Over Patrick Road (North Union Road) in Midland: Midland County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 128 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1960 By: Walter Toebe Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This overpass is noted for its original railings, as well as its curved and superelevated design.

US-12 M-51 Overpasses
HSR

US-12 (Pulaski Highway) Over M-51 (11th Street) in Niles: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin and Hanger Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 157 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 33 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1955 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A rare example of a pre-1960 divided highway overpass with original railings.

US-12 St. Joseph River Bridge
HSR

US-12 (Pulaski Highway) Over St. Joseph River in Near Niles: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 480 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 60.4 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1954 By: L. W. Lamb Company of Jackson, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is actually two large plate girder bridges side by side.

US-223 Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over US-223 in Rural: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

The least altered and most deteriorated of three similar railroad overpasses on this railroad line.

US-23 Milan Railroad Overpass
HSR

US-23 Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Milan: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Johnson-Greene Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This overpass predates the freeway it crosses and is also noted for its good historic integrity.

US-23 Ocqueoc River Bridge
HSR

US-23 Over Ocqueoc River in Rural: Presque Isle County, Michigan, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 106 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: John W. Hertel and Michigan State Highway Department

An extremely rare example of a highway deck truss in Michigan!

US-31 Carp River Bridge
Mackinaw Highway Carp River Bridge
HSR

US-31 (Mackinaw Highway) Over Carp Lake River in Rural: Emmet County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This bridge is an example of a t-beam bridge with railings that are reminiscent of a concrete camelback.

US-33 Bridge
Pike Street Bridge
HSR

US-33 (Pike Street) Over Elkhart River in Goshen: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 258 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: H. H. Stoddard Company and William S. Moore

This bridge serves the main drag through Goshen.

US-41 Fanny Hooe Creek Bridge
HSR

US-41 Over Fanny Hooe Creek in Copper Harbor: Keweenaw County, Michigan, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Keweenaw County Road Commission and Michigan State Highway Department

With attractive locally sourced stone facing, this historic bridge is the northernmost bridge in Michigan.

US-41 Sturgeon River Bridge
HSR

US-41 Over Sturgeon River in Rural: Houghton County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This steel stringer bridge retains original railings, and has a curve with superelevation included in its design.

US-41 Sturgeon River Slough Bridge
HSR

US-41 Over Sturgeon River Slough in Rural: Houghton County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1956 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

One of two stringer bridges with attractive type R4 railings on this section of highway.

US-42 Overpass
HSR

US-42 (25th Street) Over Train Avenue and Railroad (Flats Industrial Railroad) in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 685 ft. Main Span: 138 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This deck truss is composed entirely of rolled beams.

US-45 East Branch Ontonagon River Bridge
HSR

US-45 Over East Branch Ontonagon River in Rural: Ontonagon County, Michigan, United States

Metal Continuous Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 384 ft. Main Span: 144 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: Jackson Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

An example of a haunched deck plate girder designed by the Michigan State Highway Department.

US-45 Middle Branch Ontonagon River Bridge
HSR

US-45 Over Middle Branch Ontonagon River in Watersmeet: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A representative example of a mid 20th Century t-beam in Michigan, this small bridge is on a curve and has superelevation.

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US-60 Railroad Overpass
Midland Trail Bridge
HSR

US-60 Over Railroad (CSX) in Near Barboursville: Cabell County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 122 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A standard pony truss design provides an attractive grade separation.

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US-63 Overpass
HSR

US-63 Over US-61 in Red Wing: Goodhue County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 211 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 51.8 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1960 By: Unknown and Alfred Benesch and Associates of Chicago, Illinois

This unaltered overpas is extremely complex and unusual because it is curved with superelevation and has a grade.

US-131 Plaster Creek Bridge
HSR

US-131 Over Plaster Creek and Railroad (Abandoned) in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 748 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 91 ft. Main Spans: 12

Built 1958 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This curved bridge is a large example of a pin and hanger steel stringer bridge in Michigan.

US-136 East Fork Coal Creek Bridge
HSR

US-136 Over East Fork Coal Creek in Rural: Fountain County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1937 By: Unknown

An unaltered representative example of a late concrete arch bridge located on a U.S. highway.

US-522 Main Street Bridge
HSR

US-522 Over Little Tonoloway Creek, MD-144 (Main Street) and Limestone Road in Hancock: Washington County, Maryland, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Wichert Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 586 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1937 By: George B. Hazelwood of Cumberland, Maryland and Maryland State Roads Commission

This unique bridge combines the technology of a Wichert truss with a plate girder.

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Belton Bridge
US-250 Bridge
HSR

US-250 Over Fish Creek (Pennsylvania Fork) in Rural: Marshall County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge is located on a tight curve in the road, yet continues to carry a US highway in a scenic rural location.

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U.S. Turnpike Bridge
HSR

U.S. Turnpike Over Mouillee Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 35.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is an early example of a late 1920s and 1930s bridge that carries a lot of truck traffic.

Upton Avenue Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Upton Avenue in Battle Creek: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad bridge is skewed and has latticework on its supports.

Utz Road Bridge
TR-419 Bridge
HSR

Utz Road (TR-419) Over Rapes Run in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 21 ft. Main Span: 18 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Unknown and Evrett S. Sherman of Galena, Ohio

While small and not particularly attractive, this bridge is a rare historic bridge built to an unusual patented design.

Valley Creek Tunnels
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Valley Creek Road and Valley Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

More tunnel than bridge, this very strange set of structures carries a railroad over a road and creek.

Valley Crossroad Bridge
HSR

Valley Crossroad (Farmers Valley Road, TR-385) Over Potato Creek in Rural: McKean County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 146 ft. Main Span: 144 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Variety Iron Works of Cleveland, Ohio

This beautiful bridge is an outstanding and extremely rare example of its builder.

Valley Drive Bridge
Silver Bridge
HSR

Valley Drive Over Mill Creek in Youngstown: Mahoning County, Ohio, United States

Metal Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Youngstown Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

This extremely beautiful and ornate bridge looks like a bridge from Europe but and is one of the only examples of its kind in the United States..

Valley Road Bridge
HSR

Valley Road (Willow Street) Over Middle Branch White Clay Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1914 By: George Dole of Wilmington, Delaware and Nathan R. Rambo

This bridge is the longest multi-span bridge with a jack-arch deck in the county.

Valley Road Railroad Overpass
Lukens Spur Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Lukens Spur) Over Valley Road (PA-372) in Coatesville: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a multi-girder type beam bridge on concrete piers, and it has been abandoned.

Valley Station Road Bridge
HSR

Valley Station Road (Shurts Road) Over Musconetcong River in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey and Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 117 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 15.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1901 By: Unknown

An altered example of this areas unusually large population of multi-span pony truss bridges.

Valley Way Road Bridge
HSR

Valley Way Road (TR-407) Over South Branch French Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: P. J. McCormick and Son of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This is a small but attractive bridge that is easilly visible and part of a historic district.

Vallonia Bridge
Jackson County Bridge 193
HSR

CR-375 West (Old Alignment) Over East Fork White River in Rural: Jackson County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1887 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

This bridge is a rare, multi-span example of its type with unusual truss details as well.

Van Buren Street Bridge
HSR

Van Buren Street Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Railing Height Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 267 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Overland Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

One of a number of remaining similarly-designed bascule bridges in Chicago.

Van Buren Street Bridge
HSR

Van Buren Street Over Brandywine Creek and Canal in Wilmington: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 354 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1906 By: Unknown and Concrete-Steel Engineering Company of New York, New York

Although heavilly reconstructed and rendered non-structural, this arch remains an extremely rare example of a Melan arch.

Van Buren Street Bridge
HSR

Van Buren Street Over Augusta Creek Canal in Augusta: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Elkhart Bridge and Iron Company of Elkhart, Indiana

This small and attractive Warren pony truss is Kalamazoo County's last remaining truss bridge and has been preserved.

Van Buren Street Pedestrian Bridge
HSR

Grant Park Walkway Over Railroad (Metra Electric District, NICTD South Shore Line, Former Illinois Central) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This attractive bridge allows pedestrians to cross over the railroad line that runs through and under the park.

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Van Gorder Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Van Gorder Mill Road (PA-2005) Over Slippery Rock Creek in Rural: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 277 ft. Main Span: 137 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1891 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Agents

This magnificent two-span structure is one of Lawrence County's finest bridges.

Vandergrift Bridge
Rudy Minarcin Bridge
HSR

Third Street (Dime Road, Farragut Avenue, PA-56, and PA-66 Alt) Over Kiskiminetas River in Vandergrift: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 497 ft. Main Span: 310 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This attractive bridge continures to welcome visitors into Vandergrift.

Van Voast Avenue Bridge
HSR

Van Voast Avenue Walkway Over Railroad (CSX) in Bellevue: Campbell County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This uncommon riveted pedestrian truss bridge was preserved.

Vaughn Avenue Railroad Overpass
NP Bridge Number 0.41
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Vaughn Avenue (5th Avenue) in Ashland: Ashland County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Unknown

This is an interesting plate girder overpass on account of the steel bent supports and approach spans.

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Venango Veterans Memorial Bridge
Gravel Run Road Bridge / Cussewago Street Bridge
HSR

Cussewago Street / Gravel Run Road (PA-1002) Over French Creek in Venango: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 261 ft. Main Span: 129 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1893 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A bridge with remarkable beauty and integrity, PennDOT neglected this bridge, giving it an excuse to demolish the bridge.

Ventre De Beuf Drain Bridge
HSR

Jefferson Avenue Over Ventre De Beuf Drain in Harrison Township: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Macomb County Road Commission and Michigan State Highway Department

This is the last remaining concrete girder bridge in Macomb County.

Vermontville Bridge
HSR

Ionia Road Over Thornapple River in Vermontville: Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1957 By: Fry Construction Company of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A good example of a continuous stringer bridge built in the mid-20th Century.

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Verne Road Bridge
HSR

Verne Road Over Misteguay Creek in Rural: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

A good example of early 20th Century Michigan truss bridge construction.

Verne Road Fairchild Creek Bridge
HSR

Verne Road Over Fairchild Creek in Rural: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown

A long-abandoned pony truss with good historic integrity, however is on unsound abutments.

Vernon Fork Bridge
Decatur County Bridge 106
HSR

CR-820 South (Millhousen Road) Over Vernon Fork Muscatatuck River in Rural: Decatur County, Indiana and Ripley County, Indiana, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1892 By: James W. Craig

This unaltered stone arch bridge stands out among other area arch bridges for the size of its arches.

Vernon Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Tuscola and Saginaw Bay) Over Holly Drain in Vernon: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

A small skewed through plate girder on an abandoned railroad.

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Vernon Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern, Former Madison Railroad) Over Vernon Fork Muscatatuck River in Vernon: Jennings County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Pin-connected railroad truss bridges like this one are becoming increasingly rare.

Vernon Railroad Overpass
Pike Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern, Former Madison Railroad) Over Pike Street in Vernon: Jennings County, Indiana, United States

Stone and Brick Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1837 By: Unknown

This small stone arch bridge with brick arch ring is the oldest known bridge in Indiana.

Verona Road Bridge
HSR

Verona Road Over I-94 in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 414 ft. Main Span: 129 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Holloway Construction Company of Livonia and Wixom, Michigan and Jarvick Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This skewed curved t-beam showcases the skew well along with the illusions created from it.

Versailles Plank Road Bridge
Hobuck Flats Bridge
HSR

Versailles Plank Road Over 18 Mile Creek in Rural: Erie County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 128 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Horseheads Bridge Company of Horseheads, New York

One of the few remaining bridges built by Horseheads Bridge Company, this bridge is also noted for its skew.

Veterans Avenue Bridge
HSR

Veterans Avenue Over Cohocton River in Bath: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 142 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This unusual bridge does not follow the state standard plan in use at the time this bridge was built.

Veterans Memorial Bridge
HSR

M-25 Over Saginaw River in Bay City: Bay County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 854 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Roadway: 55.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge is a traditional mid-20th Century bascule bridge in Michigan and also features a significant approach system..

Veterans Memorial Drive Bridge
HSR

Veterans Memorial Drive Over Tallman Creek in Walker: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is a standard design with an unusual addition of a sidewalk.

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Victoria Bridge
Ridout Street Bridge
HSR

Ridout Street Over South Branch Thames River in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 258 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Roadway: 31 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

An attractive two-span pony truss with a visible skew.

Victoria Avenue Bridge
HSR

Victoria Avenue Over KH-420 (Roberts Street) in Niagara Falls: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete (Stone Faced) Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown

This beautiful overpass is the only known example of a stone faced rigid frame overpass in Ontario.

Victoria Avenue Bridge End Posts
HSR

Victoria Avenue Over Wine Creek in Lincoln: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 2010 By: Unknown

A heritage bridge was demolished and replaced here in 2010, and today only the stone end posts from 1906 remain.

Victoria Park Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Victoria Park Lake in Kitchener: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Cantilever Pin-Connected Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1896 By: Central Bridge and Engineering Company of Peterborough, Ontario and William H. Law of Peterborough, Ontario

This ornate bridge is centerpiece for a city park and is a truly unique heritage bridge without equal in Canada.

Vienna Street Bridge
HSR

Vienna Street (M-57) Over Pine Run in Clio: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

An extremely old trunk line bridge, this arch bridge was widened with stringers.

Village Street Bridge
Webster Road Bridge
HSR

Village Street (Webster Road) Over Sabbatus River in Lisbon: Androscoggin County, Maine, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 28.2 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1913 By: Sanders Contracting Company of Portland, Maine

This is a well-maintained arch bridge

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre Bridge
HSR

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre Drive Over Wine Creek in Lincoln: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an old bridge that was built as a concrete arch with a stone facing as well as stone railings.

Virgil Gilman Trail Fox River Bridge
Elgin, Jolilet and Eastern Bridge 420
HSR

Railroad (Virgil Gilman Rail-Trail) Over Fox River in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 260 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1897 By: Milwaukee Bridge and Iron Works of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This two span railroad truss bridge has two unusual diagonal member replacements.

Virgil Gilman Trail River Street Bridge
Elgin, Jolilet and Eastern Bridge 420
HSR

Railroad (Virgil Gilman Rail-Trail) Over River Street in Aurora: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is an intact railroad plate girder overpass sitting on stone abutments.

Volunteer Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail - Illinois Prairie Path) Over Railroad (Metra Union Pacific West and Union Pacific) in Wheaton: DuPage County, Illinois, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 159 ft. Roadway: 13.9 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This railroad bridge was preseved but an opportunity to also preserve an adjacent historic pony truss was thrown away.

Vreeland Road Bridge
HSR

Vreeland Road Over Blakely Drain in Woodhaven: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 37 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This concrete arch was widened by adding a three span concrete slab structure to one side.

Wabash Avenue Bridge
Irv Kupcinet Bridge
HSR

Wabash Avenue Over Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Railing Height Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 345 ft. Main Span: 269 ft. Roadway: 57 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

An excellent early example of one of Chicago's unusual deck truss bascule bridges.

Wabash Cannonball Bridge
Stangle Bridge, Purple Head Bridge
HSR

TR-257 (Wabash Cannonball Road) Over Wabash River in St. Francisville: Lawrence County, Illinois and Knox County, Indiana, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,441 ft. Main Span: 235 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Edge Moor Bridge Works of Wilmington, Delaware and King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This unique bridge is a railroad bridge converted for vehicular use, and has three different construction dates for its variety of spans.

Waco Railroad Bridge East
HSR

Railroad Over Brazos River in Waco: McLennan County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1906 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

One of two historic railroad bridges sitting side by side, this was built by a prolific and noteworthy bridge company.

Waco Railroad Bridge West
HSR

Railroad Over Brazos River in Waco: McLennan County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

One of two historic railroad bridges sitting side by side, this is an impressive Parker truss.

Wacousta Road Bridge
HSR

Wacousta Road Over Looking Glass River in Wacousta: Clinton County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1955 By: Fry Construction Company of Lansing, Michigan

This is an unaltered example of a typical mid-20th century bridge in Michigan.

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Wadhams Bridge
HSR

Wadhams Road Over Black River in Wadhams: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 527 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: E. C. Nolan and Son of Detroit, Michigan

This relatively large bridge is an unusual structure and has also been heavily modified.

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Wadhams Road Bridge
Mitchel Road Bridge
HSR

Wadhams Road Over Pine River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 75 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1927 By: Walter Toebe Company and Michigan State Highway Department

In excellent structural condition, St. Clair County chose demolition of this beautiful, nationally significant structure over a one-way couplet of bridges.

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Wakefield Mound Road Bridge
HSR

Wakefield Mound Road Over Big Beaver Creek in Rural: Pike County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This truss bridge has the unusual alteration of having an old plate girder bridge attached to half of it.

Walden-Bluff's Edge Bridge
HSR

Bluffs Edge Drive Over McCormick Ravine in Lake Forest: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Metal Hingeless Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown and J. H. Gray

This is the largest of three extremely unusual and attractive historic steel arch bridges in this area.

Walden Lane East Bridge
HSR

Walden Lane Over Ravine in Lake Forest: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Metal Hingeless Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This is the smallest of three extremely unusual and attractive historic steel arch bridges in this area.

Walden Lane West Bridge
HSR

Walden Lane Over Ravine in Lake Forest: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Metal Hingeless Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

One of three extremely unusual and attractive historic steel arch bridges in this area, this bridge is noted for its skew.

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Waldo-Hancock Bridge
HSR

US-1 Over Penobscot River in Bucksport: Hancock County, Maine and Waldo County, Maine, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,042 ft. Main Span: 800 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Robinson and Steinman of New York, New York

It is a disgrace that Maine allowed a high quality bridge designed by famous David B. Steinman to deteriorate beyond repair.

Walhachin Bridge
HSR

Riverview Drive Over Thompson River in Rural: Thompson-Nicola District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1911 By: Algoma Steel Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri

This bridge is significant for its integrity and association with noteworthy engineering and construction firms.

Walker Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Pine River in Rural: Lake County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge appears to be from an old alignment of nearby State Road.

Walker Road Bridge
HSR

Walker Road Over North Branch Ford River in Rural: Dickinson County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 9.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Unknown

This unusual bridge appears to have been built from a railroad flatcar, something that is not unheard of.

Walker Street Bridge
HSR

Walker Street Over Railroad (Boston and Maine) in Lowell: Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

A short pony truss provides an attractive railroad grade separation.

Wall Street Bridge
HSR

Wall Street Over West Branch Tioughnioga River in Homer: Cortland County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 10.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: Corrugated Metal Company of East Berlin, Connecticut (Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut)

One of three lenticular truss bridges in Homer, this is the only one still serving vehicular traffic.

Wallace Avenue Foot Bridge
HSR

Wallace Avenue (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Railroad (Go, Canadian National) in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 85 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1907 By: Ontario Bridge Company of Toronto, Ontario

This rare riveted pony truss foot bridge has some unusual configurations due to a skewed design.

Cooks Crossing Bridge
Wallace Road Bridge
HSR

Wallace Road Over North Fork Little Beaver Creek in Rural: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

A rare pony example of the Penn Bridge Company's unusual end post connection detail.

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Wallace Road Bridge
HSR

Wallace Road Over River Raisin in Rural: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A classic example of a small scale riveted pony truss, Washtenaw County demolished this bridge with no replacement planned.

Wallaceburg Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Sydenham River in Wallaceburg: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 275 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a former Chesapeake and Ohio line, and the bridge is a rare example of a plate girder swing bridge.

Walnut Grove Bridge
HSR

Walnut Grove Crossing Over Sacramento River in Walnut Grove: Sacramento County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 302 ft. Main Span: 226 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Consolidated Western Steel Corporation of Los Angeles, California

This is a late example of a heel-trunnion bascule bridge, but it retains many of the details of earlier examples.

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Walnut Street Bridge
HSR

Walnut Street Over Keshequa Creek in Nunda: Livingston County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This 1880s pony truss had horrific alterations made to it in the 1950s

Wampum Road Bridge
Willow Grove Mahoning Bridge, Old SR-18 Bridge
HSR

Wampum Road (Old PA-18) Over Mahoning River in Rural: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 369 ft. Main Span: 257 ft. Roadway: 30.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is an unusual example of a state standard Parker truss bridge with a heavy skew.

Wardell Bridge
Old Iron Bridge
HSR

CR-216 Over Little River in Wardell: Pemiscot County, Missouri, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 133 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A beautiful, traditional through truss bridge has had a hard life but is still functioning today.

Worden Road Bridge
HSR

Worden Road Over Sandy Creek in Rural: Jefferson County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1910 By: F. W. Sage of Rochester, New York

This bridge consists of two slightly different pony truss spans.

Warren Road Hines Drive Bridge
Warren Avenue Hines Drive Bridge
HSR

Warren Road (Warren Avenue) Over Hines Drive in Dearborn: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 59.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Sugden and Sivier

One of the youngest rigid frame overpass bridges crossing historic Hines Drive.

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Warsaw Road Bridge 27
Parkhill Road Bridge
HSR

Parkhill Road (Warsaw Road) Over Trent-Severn Waterway in Peterborough: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Central Bridge and Engineering Company of Peterborough, Ontario

This is an excellent surviving example of a plate girder swing bridge on the Trent-Severn Waterway.

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Warwick Bridge
HSR

London Road (CR-7) Over Bear Creek in Warwick Township: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This graceful rainbow arch bridge was demolished and replaced, although the new bridge has decorative arches that resemble the heritage bridge.

Warwick Furnace Road Bridge
HSR

Warwick Furnace Road Over South Branch French Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 58 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: John Denithorne and Sons of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This bridge is one of a few bridges in the county built by an interesting local builder.

Washington Crossing Bridge
HSR

General Washington Memorial Boulevard Over Delaware River in Washington Crossing: Mercer County, New Jersey and Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 877 ft. Main Span: 143 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This is a long, multi-span example of a threatened historic bridge type.

Washington Avenue Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 27000
HSR

Washington Avenue (Old US-20) Over Iowa River in Iowa Falls: Hardin County, Iowa, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 380 ft. Main Span: 173 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1934 By: Welden Brothers Construction Company of Iowa Falls, Iowa

One of three attractive and historic concrete arch bridges in Iowa Falls.

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Washington Avenue Bridge
HSR

Washington Avenue Over North Branch Black River in Near Holland: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 58 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

A good example of an attractive small-scale bridge design that was built in the 1920s and demolished in 2010.

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Washington Bridge
HSR

MO-47 (Franklin Street) Over Missouri River and Railroad (Union Pacific) in Washington: Franklin County, Missouri, and Warren County, Missouri, United States

Metal Cantilever 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,562 ft. Main Span: 475 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1935 By: Stupp Brothers Bridge and Iron Company of St. Louis, Missouri and Sverdrup and Parcel of St. Louis, Missouri

With its iconic five main span design, this beautiful historic bridge is to be demolished despite an obvious preservation solution.

Washington Boulevard Bridge
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Washington Boulevard Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 304 ft. Main Span: 197 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

An impressive example of the early pony truss bascule design.

Washington Avenue Bridge
The Waco Steel Bridge
HSR

Washington Avenue (Elm Street) Over Brazos River in Waco: McLennan County, Texas, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 567 ft. Main Span: 450 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: John H. Sparks of St. Joseph, Missouri

One of the largest spanning, most beautiful, complete, and important truss bridges in the state.

Washington Avenue Bridge
HSR

Washington Avenue Over Railroad (BNSF) and Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Arch, Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 68 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Unknown

The truss webs and overhead bracing of this historic bridge were salvaged and placed as decorations on a replacement bridge.

Washington Park Bridge
CR-102 MN-22 Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Shanaska Creek in Rural: Le Sueur County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1875 By: Unknown

This extremely early example of a pin-connected Pratt truss is the oldest highway Pratt truss in the state.

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Washington Street Bridge
HSR

Washington Street Over Augusta Creek Canal in Augusta: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This 1920s lattice guardrail beam bridge is open to traffic and is in great condition.

Washington Street Bridge
HSR

Washington Street Over Cohansey River in Bridgeton: Cumberland County, New Jersey, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1941 By: C. Fiske Campbell

This beautiful, rare three span rigid-frame bridge contributes to a historic district.

Washington Street Bridge
HSR

Washington Street Over Susquehanna River in Binghamton: Broome County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 480 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1886 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

Nationally significant, this is one of the longest remaining of this extremely rare and beautiful type of bridge.

Wasser Road Bridge
HSR

Wasser Road (PA-4003) Over Shenango River in Rural: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 182 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This bridge is a concrete encased plate girder that had its encasement removed.

Wassum Bridge
HSR

Watson Road (TR-439) Over North Branch Slippery Rock Creek in Rural: Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 38 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

A small example of a riveted half hip pony truss, in a county with relatively few remaining truss bridges.

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Waterford Road Bridge
HSR

Waterford Road (TR-942) Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Central Construction Company

This small pony truss should have been preserved like other Columbiana County truss bridges rather than demolished.

Waterloo Road Bridge
HSR

Waterloo Road (PA-2021) Over Darby Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown and Nathan R. Rambo

This is an early, unaltered, and skewed example of a concrete arch bridge.

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Watermark Road Bridge
HSR

Watermark Road Over Muddy Run Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Nathan R. Rambo

This plaque girder is an excellent representative example of its type and very nice looking to and carries very light traffic.

Waterville - Winslow Bridge
HSR

US-201 Over Kennebec River in Waterville: Kennebec County, Maine, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 575 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Roadway: 62 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This bridge is actually three different structures side by side and it has a long, fascinating history.

Waterville- Winslow Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Maine Central) Over Kennebec River in Waterville: Kennebec County, Maine, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This railroad bridge has three through truss spans with a deck plate girder in the middle.

Water Street Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over 3rd Level Canal in Holyoke: Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional example of a Baltimore railroad truss is one of several historic bridges remaining in Holyoke.

Water Street Bridge
HSR

Water Street Over Gananoque River in Gananoque: Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 118 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Unknown

This is a very old example of a plate girder swing bridge.

Water Street Bridge
Mendota Road Bridge
HSR

Water Street Over Pickerel Lake Outlet in Rural: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 10 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Unknown

This is a tiny, but unaltered example of a stone arch bridge.

Water Street Bridge
Delaware County Bridge 701
HSR

Water Street Over Halfway Creek in Albany: Delaware County, Indiana, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Unknown

This bridge is a steel beam bridge noted for its attractive railings and abutments.

Water Street Bridge
HSR

Water Street Over West Branch Tioughnioga River in Homer: Cortland County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

One of three lenticular truss bridges in Homer, this one comes in a two-span configuration.

Water Street Bridge
Fire Fighters' Memorial Bridge
HSR

Water Street Over Susquehanna River in Pittston: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,016 ft. Main Span: 202 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1914 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This long, multi-span example of a pin-connected truss bridge is about to be demolished.

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Watmaugh Road Bridge
Hopke Bridge
HSR

Watmaugh Road Over Sonoma Creek in Rural: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: W. L. Proctor of Santa Rosa, California and E. A. Peugh of Santa Rosa, California

Despite its decent physical condition, widespread local preservation support, and previous preservation work, this unusual pony truss bridge is to be demolished!

Watson Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Watson Mill Road Over Broad Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Crossan Construction Company of Philadelphia and Brownsville, Pennsylvania

One of several bridges in Chester County that combine traditional stone technology with period reinforced concrete and steel stringer technology.

Waverly Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Scioto River in Near Waverly: Pike County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,200 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This classic Baltimore truss sits in front of a picturesque background of hills.

Waverly Road Bridge
HSR

Waverly Road Over Grand River in Lansing: Ingham County, Michigan and Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 284 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1940 By: W. J. Storen Company of Detroit, Michigan

This relatively long Michigan stringer bridge was widened in 1966.

Wayne Road Bridge
HSR

Wayne Road Over Hines Drive and Middle River Rouge in Livonia: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 141 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1947 By: Unknown

This two span rigid frame bridge crosses both a highway and a river.

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Wayne Street Viaduct
HSR

Wayne Street (PA-356) Over Railroad (B and LE RR, B and P RR), Connoquenessing Creek, Cliff Street in Butler: Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 865 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 35.8 ft. Main Spans: 12

Built 1915 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri

A very long plate girder viaduct with attractive v-laced supports was demolished.

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Weale Road Private Bridge
HSR

Unknown Over Unknown in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This truss bridge, from an unknown location, has been sitting in a field for some time.

Weaver Road Bridge
HSR

Weaver Road Over Cocalico Creek in Denver: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an unusual small-scale steel through plate girder bridge.

Weaverland Bridge
Quarry Road Bridge
HSR

Quarry Road Over Conestoga River in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 79 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: John T. Brubaker and Frank H. Shaw of Lancaster, Pennstlvania

An exceedingly rare, or perhaps unique example of a braced through concrete arch bridge.

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Webberville Road Bridge
HSR

Webberville Road Over Red Cedar River in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Fry Construction Company of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a traditionally composed and unaltered 1950s steel stringer with the more uncommon metal posts in the railing system.

Webster Avenue Bridge
HSR

Webster Avenue Over North Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 287 ft. Main Span: 189 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

Among the northernmost of the Chicago bascule bridges, this one is also an older example.

Webster's Falls Bridge
Cobblestone Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Spencer Creek in West Flamborough: Hamilton City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

Located right by a beautiful waterfall, this stone faced heritage bridge built on the site of a 1905 dam contributes its own beauty also.

Webster's Falls Girder Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Spencer Creek in West Flamborough: Hamilton City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This narrow pedestrian footbridge has an attractive stone facing that conceals a utilitarian steel girder structure.

Webster's Falls Rigid-Frame Bridge
HSR

Residential Access Drive Over Spencer Creek Tributary in West Flamborough: Hamilton City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This is one of three old bridges to be found in the Webster's Falls Park area.

Webster Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Webster Road in Royal Oak: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: A. Guthrie and Company of St. Paul, Minnesota

One of a group of similar railroad over highway bridges in the county associated with a significant project.

Weigners Bridge
HSR

Tollgate Road (PA-1022) Over Perkiomen Creek in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Schuylkill Construction Company and Charles F. Sanders

A good representative example of a small through plate girder.

Welland Canal Canadian National Railway Bridge
Welland Canal Bridge #6
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Welland Canal in St. Catharines: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 405 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1923 By: Canadian Vickers Limited of Montreal, Quebec

This bridge looks like somewhat like a double leaf bascule bridge but it is actually two single leaf bascule spans.

Welland Railway Bridge
Welland Canal Bridge #15
HSR

Railroad (Canada Southern Railway) Over Welland Recreational Waterway in Welland: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 370 ft. Main Span: 260 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

An rare example of a Baltimore truss railroad swing bridge, crossing an section of canal that is today cut off south of this bridge.

Old Wells Street Bridge
Allen County Bridge 541
HSR

Wells Street (Old Alignment) Over St. Marys River in Fort Wayne: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Metal 15 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio and William H. Goshorn and Alvin John Stewart

One of the most ornate truss bridges in the nation, and also featuring complex truss design, this bridge is an artistic masterpiece without compare!

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Werner Road Bridge Ruins
HSR

Werner Road Over Belle River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has been gone for a number of years, but parts left behind tell a tale of history.

Wesler Road Bridge
Whitewater Avenue Bridge (TR-103 Bridge)
HSR

Wesler Road (Whitewater Avenue, TR-103) Over Whitewater Creek in New Paris: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio

The longest and newest of a handful of Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio bridges built in the 1950s/60s in Preble County.

West Auburn Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 153270
HSR

Neon Road Over Turkey River in Rural: Fayette County, Iowa, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 181 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: Horace E. Horton of Minneapolis, Minnesota

A rare truss type is an early example of work done by a noteworthy regional bridge builder.

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West Avenue Bridge
HSR

West Avenue (BR-127 and M-51) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern and Amtrak) in Jackson: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 25.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1923 By: Unknown

This unusual three span concrete arch structure was reduced to rubble by MDOT.

West Bridge Street Bridge
HSR

West Bridge Street Over Railroad (Amtrak and Norfolk Southern) in Parkesburg: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 172 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1903 By: Unknown

West Buxton Bridge
HSR

West Buxton Road (Moderation Street) Over Saco River in Hollis and Buxton: York County, Maine, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 607 ft. Main Span: 234 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Harris Structural Steel Company of New York, New York

One of three very rare and unusual continuous through truss bridges in Maine.

West CA-120 To South I-5 Ramp Bridge
Mossdale Highway Bridge
HSR

West CA-120 To South I-5 Ramp Over San Joaquin River in Mossdale: San Joaquin County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 583 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: Judson Pacific Murphy Company

This bridge is an unusual example of a fixed trunnion bascule bridge with an overhead counterweight and trunnion.

West Chester Bypass Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned West Chester Railroad) Over West Chester Bypass (US-322) in West Chester: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Attractive abutment design makes this abandoned plate girder overpass look more interesting.

West Portage Avenue Bridge
HSR

West Portage Avenue (I-75 BS) Over Power Canal in Sault Ste. Marie: Chippewa County, Michigan, United States

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 265 ft. Main Span: 265 ft. Roadway: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1970 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

One of two identical arch bridges in Sault Ste Marie.

Eight Track Bridge
Western Avenue Railroad Bridges 'Scissors Bridges'
HSR

Railroad (Various) Over Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Chicago Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

These four side-by-side single leaf bascule bridges are among the most unusual bridges in Cook County.

Western Avenue Calumet Sag Channel Railroad Bridges
HSR

Railroad (Metra Rock Island District) Over Calumet Sag Channel in Blue Island: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Western Avenue Calumet Sag Channel Bridge
HSR

Western Avenue Over Calumet Sag Channel in Blue Island: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,123 ft. Main Span: 246 ft. Roadway: 53.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1966 By: Unknown and Sverdrup and Parcel of St. Louis, Missouri

This is a very wide example of a truss bridge with two truss lines.

West Grand Boulevard Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern, Former Michigan Central Railway) Over West Grand Boulevard in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Thomas J. Kennedy and W. H. Ashwell and Company

The oldest dated concrete bridge in Michigan and the only one with Melan reinforcing, this bridge has a decorative stone veneer.

West Newton Bridge
HSR

Main Street (PA-136) Over Youghiogheny River in West Newton: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 490 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1907 By: Unknown

This bridge forms a spectacular gateway into a small town, and is a treasure that should be preserved.

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West Park Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Path Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has been abandoned and its deck has fallen apart.

West Point Railroad Bridge
Atlanta and West Point Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Chattahoochee River in West Point: Troup County, Georgia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

An attractive multi-span railroad truss bridge.

West Rocks Road Bridge
HSR

West Rocks Road Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Norwalk: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Metal Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 27.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Paul Bacco Construction Company of Stamford, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Westside Road Bridge
HSR

Westside Road Over Dry Creek in Rural: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1934 By: Judson Pacific Company of San Francisco, California

This multi-span pony truss has an added sidewalk and replaced piers.

Westleigh Road Bridges
HSR

Railroad (Metra Union Pacific North) and Robert McClory Bike Path Over Westleigh Road in Lake Forest: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1942 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a pair of bridges with some interesting architectural details and the names of their former railroad lines on them.

Westtown Station Bridge
HSR

Street Road (PA-926) Over Chester Creek Branch in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 38 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 20.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: P. J. McCormick and Son of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This is an attractive small stone arch bridge in good condition.

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Wheeler Avenue Bridge
Prospect Street Bridge
HSR

Wheeler Avenue (Prospect Street) Over Turtle Creek in South Beloit: Winnebago County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 138 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive bridge would be a great candidate for reuse as part of a pedestrian trail.

Wheeling and Lake Erie Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Wheeling and Lake Erie) Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift

Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Unknown

This bridge is worth visiting just to see the ore conveyor it is located near to.

Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel Company Railroad Bridge
Labelle Iron Works Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel Company) Over Ohio River in Steubenville, Ohio and Coketown, West Virginia: Jefferson County, Ohio and Brooke County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Cantilever 22 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 660 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1917 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Albert Lucius of New York, New York

This giant railroad bridge is easily viewable from the Market Street Bridge.

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Wheeling Road Bridge
HSR

Wheeling Road Over North Branch Mill Creek in Rural: Lapeer County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Truss bridge parts left behind at a demolition scene reveal a county that does not care for its transportation heritage.

Wheeling Suspension Bridge
HSR

10th Street / Virginia Street (WV-251) Over Ohio River in Wheeling: Ohio County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 1,307 ft. Main Span: 949 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1849 By: Charles Ellet

This is the most significant pre-Civil War bridge in the United States!

Wheelock Parkway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Gateway Trail Rail-Trail) Over Wheelock Parkway in St. Paul: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

Converted for trail use, this bridge is otherwise a good unaltered example of a 1930s railroad overpass.

Whirlpool Rapids Bridge
Lower Arch Bridge
HSR

Whirlpool Bridge Over Niagara River in Niagara Falls: Niagara Region, Ontario and Niagara County, New York, Canada and United States

Metal 16 Panel Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 790 ft. Main Span: 550 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and Leffert L. Buck

A nationally significant monumental late 1800s deck arch bridge compliments the river valley quite well.

Whisnand Ford Bridge
Robertson Ford Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Road Over Stephens Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Indiana, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge looks to have been abandoned for eons, and some of the bridge has been scrapped out.

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White Bridge
HSR

White Bridge Road Over Canaseraga Creek in Rural: Livingston County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

An excellent example of its type, this is an attractive bridge painted to match its name.

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White Mills Road Bridge
HSR

White Mills Road Over Railroad (CSX and Amtrak) in Rural: Columbia County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

This bridge is an uncommon and attractive double-Warren pony truss overpass.

Whites Ridge Road Bridge
HSR

Whites Ridge Road Bridge (TR-515) Over Tenmile Creek in Near Waynesburg: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Hammond Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1877 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

With a bizzare and unique truss configuration this is among the oldest and most important bridges in the region.

White Oak Road Bridge
HSR

White Oak Road Over Conestoga River in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown

An attractive 1930s county-designed truss bridge in Lancaster County.

Whitebread Line Drain Bridge
HSR

St. Clair Parkway (CR-33) Over Whitebread Drain in St. Clair Township: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 29.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

Appearing to be a very old unaltered example a bridge with this railing design, this is a small rigid-frame on a scenic route.

Whitehall - Montague Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over White River in Whitehall: Muskegon County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has one span that is an unusual variable depth plate girder, suggesting it may have once been a swing bridge.

Whitewater River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Central Railroad of Indiana) Over Whitewater River in Rural: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1913 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

A good example of early 20th century railroad truss bridge construction, this is a three span bridge.

Whiting Park Bridge
HSR

Central Walkway Over Shallow Depression in Whiting: Lake County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny concrete arch bridge is an attractive and historic structure of Whiting Park.

Whitmore Lake Road Bridge
HSR

Whitmore Lake Road Over Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National) in Rural: Livingston County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 138 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1960 By: L. W. Edison Company and Michigan State Highway Department

An unusual merger of late 1950s style meeting the slab era of pre-stressed concrete.

White Oak Shade Road Bridge
HSR

White Oak Shade Road Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Norwalk: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: M. A. Gammino Construction Company of Providence, Rhode Island

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

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Wiermans Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Wiermans Mill Road (PA-1009) Over Bermudian Creek in Rural: Adams County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

An excellent representative example of work done by an important bridge company.

WI-101 Bridge
HSR

WI-101 Over Pine River in Rural: Florence County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This bridge is a regionally uncommon example of a metal truss highway bridge.

Wight Island Bridge
HSR

Wight Island Road Over Trent River (Trent-Severn Waterway) in Trent River: Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Dickson Bridge Works Company of Campbellford, Ontario

This bridge has been preserved and is the only way to get to tiny Wight Island today.

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Wightman Road Bridge
Shaws Landing Bridge
HSR

Wightman Road (Stopp Road, TR-620) Over Conneaut Outlet in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

A beautiful bridge associated with an important bridge company.

Wilbur Dam Road Bridge
HSR

Wilbur Dam Road Over Watauga River in Rural: Carter County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 378 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1942 By: Unknown

With its uncommon truss configuration and varying span sizes, this is a very unusual bridge.

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Wilbur Road Bridge
HSR

Wilbur Road Over River Raisin in Rural: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Double-Truss, Single-Story Bailey Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 9.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This is the only historic Bailey truss bridge documented in Michigan.

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Wildcat Road Bridge
HSR

Wildcat Road Over Wildcat Gully in Rural: Livingston County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This bridge has an unusual bottom chord, and the bridge soars over a little gully, and is quite photogenic.

Wilden Avenue Bridge
Oakridge Cemetery Bridge, Elkhart County Bridge 401
HSR

Cemetery Road Over Rock Run Creek in Goshen: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 21.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

Originally crossing Elkhart River as a two span structure, one of the pony truss spans was appropriately moved to a cemetery when the bridge was replaced.

Wiley Bridge
HSR

Gorewood Drive (Claireville Conservation Road) Over Credit River in Brampton: Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Langton and Bartho of Toronto, Ontario

This massive concrete bowstring type arch bridge is skewed and has an unusual overhead bracing arrangement as a result.

Wiley's Bridge
HSR

Street Road Over Leech Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 38 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

A traditional example of a concrete t-beam bridge from the 1920s.

Williamsburg Bridge
HSR

Delancey Street and New York City Subway Over East River in New York: Brooklyn, New York and Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal Through Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 7,308 ft. Main Span: 1,600 ft. Roadway: 76 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Leffert L. Buck

The largest of the three East River suspension bridges, and a nationally significant suspension bridge with an uncommon stiffening truss.

Williams Creek Railroad Bridge
Two Arch Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Whitewater Valley Railroad) Over Williams Creek in Rural: Fayette County, Indiana, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1917 By: Unknown

An exceedingly rare American example of a uniformly curved top chord plate girder.

Williams Road Bridge
Shorts Bridge
HSR

Williams Road (TR-627) Over Sugar Creek in Rural: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Samuel P. White of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This unique bridge uses the rare Phoenix columns in an unusual bridge that is unlike the majority of bridges with Phoenix columns.

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Willoughby Road Bridge
HSR

Willoughby Road Over Sycamore Creek in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: D. T. Frank

This bridge is a good example of its type but is in very bad shape structurally.

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Willow Avenue Bridge
HSR

Willow Street (River Road) Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Tower Drive Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 350 ft. Main Span: 310 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Engels Steel Construction Company of Alabama and Trygve Hoff and Associates

A very late example of a vertical lift truss bridge.

Willow Avenue Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 86640
HSR

Willow Avenue (CR-T63) Over West Fork Cedar River in Rural: Butler County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

A standard plan Parker truss span is an example of a longer span standard plan truss bridge in Iowa.

Willow Road Bridge
HSR

Willow Road Over Huron River in Rural: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 25.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1922 By: Unknown

In a county noted for its unusual arch bridges, this traditional arch bridge stands out for its lack of unusual design.

Willow Road Bridge
HSR

Willow Road Over Middle Fork of North Branch Chicago River in Northfield: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Superior Concrete Construction Company

This bridge is a beautiful example of a bridge with Streamline Moderne design.

Wilson Road Bridge
HSR

Wilson Road Over Lick Run in Jefferson: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Corrugated Multi-Plate Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown and R. A. Schneider

This tiny stone faced bridge is an example of a bridge that looks like a stone arch but is not, a style that was a fad in the 1930s.

Winnetka Road Bridge
HSR

Winnetka Road Over Skokie River in Northfield: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) T-Beam, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This bridge is a concrete structure with a decorative stone arch facade on the sides.

Winters Railroad Bridge
J. Robert Chapman Memorial Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Putah Creek in Winters: Solano County, California and Yolo County, California, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 368 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This attractive and historic railroad truss bridge was converted for pedestrian use.

Wilson Avenue Bridge
HSR

Wilson Avenue Over North Shore Channel in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Continuous Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 210 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 25.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1913 By: Nash-Dowdle Company of Chicago, Illinois

A well-preserved deck plate girder with a center suspended span designed to allow for it to be lifted out for boats in rare circumstances.

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Wilson Avenue Overpass
HSR

Lake Shore Drive (US-41) Over Wilson Avenue in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 106 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of two similar bridges on this section of Lake Shore Drive, and both appear to have been altered.

Wilson Road Bridge
HSR

Wilson Road (TR-593) Over Valley Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: John Denithorne and Sons of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

An excellent, unaltered example of a truss bridge built by a local bridge builder.

Windham Road 19 Bridge
Old Lasslette Road Bridge
HSR

Windham Road 19 (Old Lasslette Road) Over Big Creek in Rural: Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of the few truss bridges in Norfolk County that remains open to vehicular traffic.

Winona Bridge
HSR

MN-43 (Winona Street) Over Mississippi River, City Streets, and Railroad in Winona: Winona County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,282 ft. Main Span: 450 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1941 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Minnesota Highway Department

This cantilever truss is an increasingly rare bridge type, and is a landmark for Winona.

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Wipper Will Road Bridge
HSR

Wipper Will Road (TR-334) Over Little Sandy Creek in Rural: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Rochester Bridge and Construction Company of Rochester, New York

A small pony truss with riveted connections had faithfully served this rural road for over a century.

Wire Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Wire Mill Road Over Merritt Parkway (CT-15) in Stamford: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 30.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Paul Bacco Construction Company of Stamford, Connecticut

One of the individually unique and beautiful bridges crossing one of the most important historic highways in the country.

Wirtz Road Bridge
HSR

Wirtz Road Over Sugar River in Rural: Gladwin County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

A regionally rare example of a metal truss bridge, this structure is abandoned and overgrown.

Wiscasset Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Maine Central) Over Sheepscot River in Wiscasset: Lincoln County, Maine, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 995 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois (Likely Bascule Engineer)

This bridge has a rare Scherzer rolling lift bascule span, but it is the even larger through truss approach spans that draw the eye.

Wiscoggin Drain Private Bridge
HSR

Private Trail Over Wiscoggin Drain in Rural: Tuscola County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of several remaining private, small truss bridges in the western thumb area, this is one of the larger examples.

Wiseman Bridge
HSR

Chestnut Street Over Main Canal in Lewiston: Androscoggin County, Maine, United States

Concrete Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This beautiful bridge is one of only two rainbow arch bridges in the entire state of Maine!

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Witherspoon Bridge
HSR

Witherspoon Road (TR-861) Over Raccoon Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 97 ft. Main Span: 93 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

One of Washington County's most scenic bridges is this small through truss buried in the woods.

Whitakre Bridge
Jay County Bridge 129
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Salamonie River in Rural: Jay County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Attica Bridge Company of Attica, Indiana

This historic bridge was relocated to this site where it is a centerpiece for a park setting.

Wohler Bridge
HSR

Wohler Road Over Russian River in Rural: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 768 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is an uncommon example of a Camelback truss and is also noted for its multi-span configuration.

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Wolf Bridge
HSR

Wolf Bridge Road Over Conodoguinet Creek in Rural: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Agents

This beautiful Pennsylvania through truss was damaged by a car and closed.

Woodfern Road Bridge
HSR

Woodfern Road Over South Branch Raritan River in Rural: Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 187 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1902 By: J. W. Scott of Flemington, New Jersey

Two bridges crossing the river at angles to each other, this is one of the more unique pairs of truss spans in the state.

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Woodland Road Bridge
HSR

Woodland Road Over Au Train River in Rural: Alger County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Worden-Allen Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is an extremely rare example of a state highway department standard highway plate girder.

Woodlawn Bridge
HSR

Cheapside Road Over Sandusk Creek in Woodlawn Park: Haldimand County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Ontario Bridge Company of Toronto, Ontario and Lee and Nash of Brantford, Ontario

A rare example of a multi-span truss bridge, this structure retains good historic integrity as well.

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Woodruff Road Bridge North
HSR

Woodruff Road Over Coldwater River in Rural: Isabella County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: W. J. Anschutz of Saginaw, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This was a rare multi-span example of this particular style of concrete girder.

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Woodruff Road Bridge South
HSR

Woodruff Road Over Coldwater River in Rural: Isabella County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Price Brothers Company of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

Located near another girder, this bridge is also a good example of its type with good integrity.

Woodward Island Railroad Bridge
BNSF - Bridge No. A-1137
HSR

Railroad (BNSF and Amtrak) Over Old River in Rural: Contra Costa County, California and San Joaquin County, California, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Abt)

Length: 177 ft. Main Span: 93 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

One of three extremely rare examples of the unusual patented Abt bascule type in California.

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World War Memorial Bridge
HSR

US-1 Over Piscataqua River in Portsmouth and Kittery: Rockingham County, New Hampshire and York County, Maine, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,201 ft. Main Span: 297 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and J. A. L. Waddell

A memorial to soliders, this rare and technologically significant landmark historic bridge was demolished.

Wren Valley Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 348350
HSR

Wren Valley Road Over Canoe Creek in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A traditional pin-connected pony truss with good historic integrity.

Wrightwood Avenue Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Soo Line, Metra Milwaukee District North) Over Wrightwood Avenue in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Northern Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois and Arthur Engh

This grade separation is noted for its attractive aesthetic detailing and association with the Public Works Administration

WV-47 North Fork Hughes River Bridge
HSR

WV-47 Over North Fork Hughes River in Rural: Ritchie County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 185 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Pittsburgh - Des Moines Steel Company

A good example of a state standard plan 1930s truss bridge in West Virginia.

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WV-47 South Fork Hughes River Bridge
HSR

WV-47 Over South Fork Hughes River in Rural: Ritchie County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 206 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Pittsburgh - Des Moines Steel Company

This was a good example of a state standard truss bridge in West Virginia.

Wyalusing Bridge
Rainbow Bridge
HSR

PA-2010 Over Susquehanna River in Wyalusing: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,461 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1942 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is the last remaining truss bridge and oldest bridge over the Susquehanna River in Bradford County.

Wyandot-Marion Road Bridge
HSR

Wyandot-Marion Road (TR-68) Over Little Sandusky River in Rural: Marion County, Ohio and Wyandot County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small pony truss bridge has counter added using members salvaged from another bridge.

Wyebrook Bridge
HSR

Wyebrook Road Over East Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1888 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its age and its rare elliptical arch span.

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Wyoming Bridge
8th Street Bridge
HSR

8th Street Over Susquehanna River in Wyoming: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,311 ft. Main Span: 228 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1914 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania and David A. Keefe of Athens, Pennsylvania

This long, multi-span example of a pin-connected truss bridge is about to be demolished.

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Yale Road Bridge
HSR

Yale Road Over Silver Creek (Eves Drain) in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 50 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Richard Adler and Michigan State Highway Department

An example of a rare structure type unique to Michigan, this bridge is in good condition.

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Yates Crossing Road Bridge
HSR

Yates Crossing Road (CR-23) Over Mud Creek in Rural: Cabell County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 143 ft. Main Span: 138 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

A beautiful camelback truss is being replaced by a mundane modern structure.

Yaw Road Bridge
HSR

Yaw Road Over Dowagiac River in Rural: Cass County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

One of a few bridges in Cass and Van Buren Counties with this unusual yet attractive railing design.

Yellow Springs Road Bridge
HSR

Yellow Springs Road Over Pine Creek Tributary in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This tiny stone arch still has big charm.

Yellowwood Road Bridge
Brown County Bridge 35
HSR

Yellowwood Road Over North Fork Salt Creek in Rural: Brown County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge was abandoned long ago next to its replacement bridge and today the bridge is falling apart.

Yonge Street Railway Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific and Go) Over Yonge Street in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has attractive arched cantilevers on its northern side.

York Bridge
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Haldimand Road 9 (King Avenue) Over Grand River in York: Haldimand County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This welded beam bridge also has multiple rigid frame approach spans.

York Haven Road Bridge
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Old York Haven Road (Old PA-181 Alignment) Over Conewago Creek in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 18 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 295 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is the only known example in the country of a Pennsylvania truss built by the most prolific pre-1900 bridge company in the nation.

Youngs Point Bridge
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Old Highway 28 Over Otonabee River (Trent-Severn Waterway) in Youngs Point: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1885 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This is one of the oldest surviving metal truss bridges in Ontario, and is also a rare two-span pin-connected truss in Ontario!

Yuras Farm Road Bridge
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Yuras Farm Road Over Browns Run in Rural: Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 10.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio

This little bridge is a traditional example of a bridge type that was common in the late 1800s.

Zimmer Road Deer Creek Bridge
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Zimmer Road Over Deer Creek in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 21.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is one of several small steel stringer bridges in this county that feature an unusual metal railing.

Zoarville Station Bridge
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Camp Tuscazoar Trail Over Conotton Creek in Rural: Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Fink Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 111 ft. Main Span: 111 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1868 By: Smith, Latrobe, and Company of Baltimore, Maryland

One of the most important bridges in the country, this beautiful bridge with Phoenix Columns is the last Fink truss remaining.

Zorger Road Bridge
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Zorger Road Over West Branch Susquehanna River in Rural: Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 173 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This incredible bridge is a former railroad bridge, is extremely rare, and has very tall trusses.

Lincoln Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Park Lagoon in Kenosha: Kenosha County, Wisconsin, United States

Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 245 ft. Main Span: 146 ft. Roadway: 10 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: Works Progress Administration Forces and Charles Whitney

Little Lincoln Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Park Depression in Kenosha: Kenosha County, Wisconsin, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is a tiny concrete foot bridge with abutments decorated in stone.

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6th Street Bridge
Kinzie Avenue Bridge
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6th Street Over Root River and Horlick Drive in Racine: Racine County, Wisconsin, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Rigid-Frame,

Length: 161 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Zendala Construction Company of Manitowoc, Wisconsin and Charles Whitney

This unique concrete arch bridge is noted for its extensive and colorful decorative elements.

Washington Park Bridge
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Park Path Over Root River in Racine: Racine County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Jens Jensen

Although altered, this is an unusual suspension foot bridge.

Memorial Drive Bridge
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Memorial Drive Over Root River in Racine: Racine County, Wisconsin, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1936 By: Unknown

Although its railings have been replaced, everything under the deck of this bridge appears to be original.

Matthiessen State Park Bridge 2
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Park Path Over Deer Creek Gorge in Rural: La Salle County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of three historic concrete arch bridges in this park.

Matthiessen State Park Bridge 1
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Park Path Over Deer Creek Gorge (Lake Falls) in Rural: La Salle County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive and nicely detailed bridge crosses an impressive gorge right over a waterfall.

651st Road Bridge
Ed Hand Highway Bridge
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651st Road (Ed Hand Highway, CR-23) Over Vermillion River in Rural: La Salle County, Illinois, United States

Metal Continuous 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 356 ft. Main Span: 152 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This is an uncommon example of a continuous deck truss.

Rockwell Road Bridge
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Rockwell Road Over Little Vermillion River in La Salle: La Salle County, Illinois, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 158 ft. Main Span: 106 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an unusual pin-connected deck truss highway bridge.

Little Vermillion River Aqueduct
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Illinois and Michigan Canal Over Little Vermillion River in La Salle: La Salle County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

A rare example of a functioning aqueduct, this is composed of a plate girder superstructure.

La Salle Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Buzzi Unicem) Over Illinois River, Illinois and Michigan Canal, and Rockwell Road in La Salle: La Salle County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,850 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Chicago Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois and McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This very long bridge has a variety of spans constructed at a variety of times.

Peru Bridge
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IL-251 Over Illinois River and Water Street in Peru: La Salle County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,292 ft. Main Span: 477 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: Industrial Construction Company and Alfred Benesch and Associates of Chicago, Illinois

This late riveted cantilever truss bridge has a more simple appearance than older cantilever trusses.

Lacon Bridge
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IL-17 (5th Street, Ferry Street) Over Illinois River in Lacon and Sparland: Marshall County, Illinois, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,573 ft. Main Span: 378 ft. Roadway: 26.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Bates and Rogers of Chicago, Illinois

This large bridge has a distinctive appearance because its members do not look as massive as one might expect.

Murray Baker Bridge
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I-74 Over Illinois River in Peoria and East Peoria: Peoria County, Illinois and Tazewell County, Illinois, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,036 ft. Main Span: 600 ft. Roadway: 55 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1958 By: Unknown

With more than five cantilever truss spans, this is a rare bridge, and it was altered by removing a few panels at one end.

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McClugage Bridge
Eastbound Spans
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Eastbound US-24 and US-150 Over Illinois River in Peoria and East Peoria: Peoria County, Illinois and Tazewell County, Illinois, United States

Metal Continuous 16 Panel Pony Truss Stiffening Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 4,745 ft. Main Span: 536 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1948 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and American Bridge Company of New York, New York and George F. Burch

This bridge is noted for its attractive combination of both continuous through and deck truss spans.

Cedar Street Bridge
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Cedar Street (McArthur Highway, IL-29 and IL-116) Over Illinois River in Peoria and East Peoria: Peoria County, Illinois and Tazewell County, Illinois, United States

Metal Cantilever 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,750 ft. Main Span: 296 ft. Roadway: 49.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Kelly-Atkinson Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

Both structurally and aesthetically unique, this bridge was designed by a famous bridge engineer.

Glen Street Foot Bridge
Island Park Foot Bridge
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Glen Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Root River West Channel in Racine: Racine County, Wisconsin, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown

This was an unaltered Works Progress Administration rigid-frame bridge until it was visually ruined by replacement of its original railings.

Mound Cemetery Bridge
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Cemetery Drive Over Reflecting Pool in Racine: Racine County, Wisconsin, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Zendala Construction Company of Manitowoc, Wisconsin and Charles Whitney

This is an attractive and traditionally composed concrete arch bridge complete with balustrade railings.

Babtiste Creek Private Bridge
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Private Trail Over Babtiste Creek in Rural: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual lightweight Warren pony truss has some unusual design to it.

104th Avenue Bridge
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104th Avenue (Willow Springs Road) Over Calumet Sag Channel in Palos: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 406 ft. Main Span: 290 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Unknown and Alfred Benesch and Associates of Chicago, Illinois

One of several 1960s truss bridges on the Calumet Sag Channel.

Southwest Highway Bridge
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Southwest Highway (IL-7) Over Calumet Sag Channel in Palos Hills: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 347 ft. Main Span: 216 ft. Roadway: 43.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

Compared to other truss bridges in Cook County, this bridge has a relatively simple appearance for a bridge of its age.

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Naples Bridge
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US-302 Over Chutes River in Naples: Cumberland County, Maine, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Bobtail)

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Lackawanna Steel Construction Corporation of Buffalo, New York

The demolition of this swing bridge demonstrates the risk that historic bridges in Maine face.

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Utica Bridge
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IL-178 (8th Road) Over Illinois River in Utica: La Salle County, Illinois, United States

Metal Cantilever 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,158 ft. Main Span: 378 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1962 By: Bates and Rogers of Chicago, Illinois

This is a late example of a riveted cantilever through truss.

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Henry Bridge
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IL-18 (School Street) Over Illinois River in Henry: Marshall County, Illinois and Putnam County, Illinois, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,719 ft. Main Span: 364 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

One of a dropping number of surviving landmark size Pennsylvania through truss bridges on the Illinois River.

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CR-2160 Bridge
TR-268 Bridge
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CR-2160 Street (TR-268) Over Bureau Creek in Rural: Bureau County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Hammond Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 176 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Allowing this extremely rare and perfectly preservable truss to be destroyed by a faulty substructure was nothing short of shameful.

Springdale Cemetery Bridge North
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Valley Drive Over Springdale Creek (Formerly Turkey Creek) in Peoria: Peoria County, Illinois, United States

Metal 2 Panel Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of two rare and bizarre Kingpost pony truss bridges in this cemetery.

Springdale Cemetery Bridge South
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Valley Drive Over Springdale Creek (Formerly Turkey Creek) in Peoria: Peoria County, Illinois, United States

Metal 2 Panel Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of two rare and bizarre Kingpost pony truss bridges in this cemetery.

Bloonier Bridge
CR-1600 East Bridge
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CR-1600 East Over West Branch Panther Creek in Rural: Woodford County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: R. A. Cullinan of Tremont, Illinois

A late but good representative example of a concrete through girder.

Boy Scout Road Bridge
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Boy Scout Road (Neal Lane, CR-55) Over Dickison Run in Rural: Peoria County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 20.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Unknown

This skewed truss bridge is a late example of a riveted pony truss.

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Nebraska Avenue Bridge
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Nebraska Avenue Over Dry Run Creek in Peoria: Peoria County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

With attractive balustrade railings, this is an uncommon example of an unaltered rigid-frame bridge in Illinois.

Wayneport Bridge
Bridge E-123
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Wayneport Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Wayneport: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 186 ft. Main Span: 183 ft. Roadway: 14.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York and American Pipe and Construction Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

A lighter weight variation of the Baltimore truss bridge style seen on the Erie Canal in this area.

Nickelsen Creek Private Bridge 1
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Private Drive Over Nickelsen Creek in Rural: Adams County, Indiana, United States

Metal Bedstead Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

The last original known Indiana Bridge Company patented 3 panel plate leg girder, this bridge also has Canton Bridge Company trusses attached to it!

CR-2325 Bridge
TR-202 Bridge
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CR-2325 (TR-202) Over Panther Creek in Rural: Woodford County, Illinois, United States

Metal Cantilever 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Bedstead Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

The last original known Indiana Bridge Company patented cantilever leg truss.

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Laura Bradley Park Bridge
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Park Road Over Dry Run Creek in Peoria: Peoria County, Illinois, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Railing Height Truss, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Unknown

This is a very unusual truss bridge, with handsome railings, early use of riveted connections, and an arched shape to it.

Laura Bradley Park Foot Bridge
Japanese Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Dry Run Creek in Peoria: Peoria County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown and Frederic J. Klein

The traditional concrete arch superstructure of this bridge has been embellished with railings and portal gateways following Japanese architecture.

Dan Hartter Bridge
CR-700 North Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Walnut Creek in Eureka: Woodford County, Illinois, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This truss bridge is a great example of how a historic highway bridge can find new life relocated to a park for pedestrian use.

Chautauqua Park Swinging Bridge Number 1
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Vermillion River in Pontiac: Livingston County, Illinois, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Roadway: 4 ft.

Built 1898 By: Joliet Bridge and Iron Company of Joliet, Illinois

Chautauqua Park Swinging Bridge Number 2
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Vermillion River in Pontiac: Livingston County, Illinois, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Roadway: 4 ft.

Built 1898 By: Joliet Bridge and Iron Company of Joliet, Illinois

Bartonville Railroad Bridge
Chicago North Western Bridge Number 1709
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Sanitation Road and Railroad in Bartonville: Peoria County, Illinois, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 665 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1913 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This attractive lattice truss bridge is noted for its number of spans.

Johnson City Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Susquehanna River in Johnson City and Vestal: Broome County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 985 ft. Main Span: 164 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

One of the longest examples of this uncommon and striking truss configuration.

Indiana Harbor Canal Norfolk Southern Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern and Amtrak) Over Indiana Harbor and Ship Canal (East Chicago Canal) in East Chicago: Lake County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Main Span: 86 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge remains in heavy use by trains and is one of a unique group of bascule bridges on this canal.

Glasgow Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Gateway Western Railroad) Over Missouri River in Glasgow: Howard County, Missouri and Saline County, Missouri, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,434 ft. Main Span: 345 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1900 By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

An impressive bridge that sits on the location of the first all-steel railroad bridge in the world.

Ten Acre Bridge
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Railroad (Conemaugh and Black Lick Railroad) Over Conemaugh River in Johnstown: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 354 ft. Main Span: 354 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

A truly amazing structure to view, this bridge has a narrow width, but is quite tall and long.

London North Branch Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over North Branch Thames River and Oxford Street in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 753 ft. Main Span: 157 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Multiple spans, multiple configurations, and one skewed span, make this a bridge both large and fun to explore.

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Bellaire Bridge
Interstate Bridge
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8th Street Over Ohio River in Bellaire and Benwood: Belmont County, Ohio and Marshall County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,100 ft. Main Span: 700 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and John Edwin Greiner (J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois)

One of the greatest and oldest cantilever bridges on the Ohio is about to be demolished, a serious crime against history.

Cuyahoga Viaduct
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Railroad (RTA Rapid Transit) Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,450 ft. Main Span: 270 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: John Gill and Sons of Cleveland, Ohio

This high-level bridge has an extensive approach system, and a massive main span that is three truss webs wide.

Lehigh Canal Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Lehigh Canal in North Catasauqua: Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This highly unusual bridge has four truss lines that are not equally spaced apart, and the bridge is also skewed.

French King Bridge
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MA-2 (Mohawk Trail) Over Connecticut River and River Road in Rural: Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Continuous Hingeless Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 786 ft. Main Span: 460 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts Department of Public Works

This is an outstanding, award-winning example of a steel deck arch bridge that compliments a very scenic area.

130th Street Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (NICTD South Shore Line) Over Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 432 ft. Main Span: 274 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An example of late railroad truss bridge construction.

General Pierce Bridge
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Montague City Road Over Connecticut River in Greenfield: Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 753 ft. Main Span: 398 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its striking skew and unusual portal bracing.

Northfield Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (New England Central and Amtrak) Over Connecticut River and Caldwell Road in Northfield: Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 706 ft. Main Span: 159 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1904 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This complicated bridge has a variety of designs and construction dates.

Caldwell Road Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Boston and Maine) Over Caldwell Road in Rural: Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This little stone arch overpass is hidden away on a rural road.

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Frith Road Bridge
Fitzgerald Road Bridge
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Frith Road Over Pine River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 179 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive and historic through truss bridge was a local treasure that is now in storage awaiting relocation and reuse.

Power Canal Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Power Canal in Turners Falls: Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This weird two span bridge has spans that slope down to the pier and also has one end post that has two angles to it.

Western Avenue Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway) Over Western Avenue in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 233 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

A beautiful example of art deco design in a railroad overpass.

Southwest Highway Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern and Metra SouthWest Service) Over Little Calumet River in Palos Hills: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 533 ft. Main Span: 280 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This mid-20th Century truss bridge appears to be newer than the highway truss bridge it is next to.

Penn Central Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Penn Central) and Major Taylor Trail Over Little Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 337 ft. Main Span: 272 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad bridge had a rather unattractive pedestrian walkway added to it.

Northbrook Railroad Bridge
CChicago and North Western Railroad Bridge Number 864
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Railroad (Metra Milwaukee District North and Canadian Pacific) in Northbrook: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

A beautiful lattice truss is an important part of the vast Cook County historic bridge collection .

Indiana Harbor Belt Sanitary and Ship Canal Bridge
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Railroad (Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad) Over Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Summit: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 340 ft. Main Span: 176 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge sticks out as unlike the other truss bridges in this area.

Illinois Central Little Calumet River Railroad Bridges
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Railroad (Illinois Central) Over Little Calumet River in Riverdale: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion)

Length: 590 ft. Main Span: 310 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

Hidden inside the approach spans of this group of parallel truss bridges are bascule spans from an older era of this waterway.

Des Plaines River Soo Line Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Des Plaines River in Maywood: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

For a double-track railroad bridge, this bridge has somewhat lightweight trusses.

Congress Parkway "L" Overpass
Ida B. Wells Drive "L" Overpass
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Railroad (Chicago Transit Authority "L" Orange Line) Over Congress Parkway (Ida B. Wells Drive) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 66 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Although much of the Chicago L could be thought of as one large bridge, this span stands out as different, independent, and noteworthy.

Evanston-Wilmette Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Chicago Transit Authority "L" Purple Line) Over North Shore Channel in Evanston: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 425 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Carlton R. Dart

A tradtional, fixed truss bridge perhaps stands out in Cook County for those reasons.

Steubenville Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Ohio River in Steubenville and Weirton: Jefferson County, Ohio and Brooke County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,011 ft. Main Span: 571 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

A massive and impressive continuous truss bridge.

Bishop Road Bridge
HSR

Bishop Road (TR-612) Over Yellow Breeches Creek in Rural: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania and York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 134 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge represents the last chapter in the history of the prolific Wrought Iron Bridge Company.

Hull Drive Bridge
HSR

Hull Drive (PA-7230) Over Bermudian Creek in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 223 ft. Main Span: 151 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge is a rare surviving example of a combination through and pony truss bridge in Pennsylvania.

Sheepford Road Bridge
Old Forge Bridge
HSR

Sheepford Road (TR-968) Over Yellow Breeches Creek in Lower Allen Township: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania and York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 114 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

One of two rare Phoenix column bridges on this creek, this one is particularly noted for its cast iron portal bracing knees.

Farley Bridge
HSR

Farley Road Over Millers River in Farley: Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 127 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

A beautiful, rare example of a classic Dean and Westbrook Phoenix Column truss bridge.

Hamden Road Bridge
HSR

Hamden Road (River Road) Over South Branch Raritan River in Sunnyside: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1885 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

The only multi-span Phoenix column pony truss in the entire state.

Lansdowne Bridge
HSR

Lower Landsdown Road Over Capoolong Creek in Lansdowne: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

A rare and historically intact example of a skewed Phoenix column truss bridge.

Sandy Hook Bridge
HSR

Dayton Street Over Pootatuck River in Sandy Hook: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 189 ft. Main Span: 189 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

A rare, classic example of a bridge fabricated by the Phoenix Bridge Company and erected by Dean and Westbrook.

Walnut Street Bridge
HSR

Walnut Street Over Susquehanna River in Harrisburg: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania and Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,820 ft. Main Span: 240 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 15

Built 1890 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents and Albert Lucius of New York, New York

The longest known Phoenix column bridge remaining today!

Walp Road Bridge
HSR

Walp Road (TR-342) Over Nescopeck Creek in Rural: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

A rare example of a pony truss that utilizes the beautiful and unique Phoenix column in its trusses, one of several such bridges in this county.

Stillwater Lift Bridge
HSR

MN-36 and WI-64 Over St. Croix River in Stillwater and Houlton: Washington County, Minnesota and St. Croix County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,070 ft. Main Span: 144 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

This bridge is both noteworthy as a long multi-span truss bidge, and as a good example of a lift bridge.

La Crosse Bridge
Westbound Spans, Cass Street Bridge
HSR

Cass Street (Westbound US-16 and US-14) Over Mississippi River and Various Streets in La Crosse: La Crosse County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Cantilever 17 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,532 ft. Main Span: 475 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1940 By: Klug and Smith Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Minneapolis Bridge Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota and Wisconsin State Highway Commission

This bridge is a rare but outstanding example of a cantilever truss that was preserved by building a new bridge to form a one-way couplet.

Burlington Skyway Bridge
Burlington Bay James N. Allan Skyway Bridge
HSR

Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) Over Burlington Canal in Burlington and Hamilton: Halton Region, Ontario and Hamilton City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Continuous (Arch and Suspended Deck) Rivet-Connected Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 8,400 ft. Main Span: 495 ft. Roadway: 98 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario (Bridge and Tank Company of Canada) and Philip Louis Pratley

This landmark bridge is an extremely rare surviving example of its type in Canada.

Belle Vernon Bridge
Speers - Belle Vernon Bridge
HSR

I-70 Over Monongahela River, Railroads, and Roads in Speers and Belle Vernon: Fayette County, Pennsylvania and Washington County, Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous (Arch and Suspended Deck) 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,066 ft. Main Span: 450 ft. Roadway: 75 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1951 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This graceful looking bridge is a rare example of its kind and a major pre-interstate structure now a part of I-70.

Jefferson Street Viaduct
HSR

Jefferson Street Over Des Moines River in Ottumwa: Wapello County, Iowa, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,121 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 33.1 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1936 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

A rare multi-span Warren deck continuous truss bridge is a landmark for Ottumwa.

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Tuscumbia Bridge
HSR

MO-17 Over Osage River in Tuscumbia: Miller County, Missouri, United States

Metal Continuous 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,084 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1932 By: Industrial Construction Company of St. Louis, Missouri and Missouri State Highway Commission

This rare, relatively small-scale continuous bridge with a two-span design was needlessly sentenced to the dumpster.

Turners Falls - Gill Bridge
Gill - Montague Bridge
HSR

Main Road (Avenue A) Over Connecticut River in Turners Falls and Riverside: Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,733 ft. Main Span: 450 ft. Roadway: 27.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1938 By: Daniel O'Connells Sons of Holyoke, Massachusetts

This is a stunning bridge with art deco style detailing evident in its aesthetic treatment.

Greenlane Farms Bridge
HSR

Greenland Drive Over Yellow Breeches Creek in Rural: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania and York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 133 ft. Main Span: 131 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

One of two rare Phoenix column bridges on this creek, this one is particularly noted for its lack of alteration.

Bloor Street Humber River Bridge
HSR

Bloor Street Over Humber River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 748 ft. Main Span: 146 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1923 By: Unknown

Although trees make it hard to see the whole bridge, this is a fairly long multi-span example of a steel deck arch bridge.

Centre Island Bridge
Avenue of the Islands Bridge
HSR

Avenue of the Islands Over Long Pond in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 158 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

A centerpiece of an island park, despite alteration, this is a highly significant example of a very unusual bridge design.

Chaudière Bridge (Pont Chaudière)
HSR

Rue Eddy (Booth Street) Over Ottawa River (Rivière des Outaouais) in Ottawa and Gatineau: Ottawa City, Ontario and Outaouais, Québec, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 238 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This impressive Pennsylvania truss bridge also has an unusual support and approach system.

Dundas Street Bridge
HSR

Dundas Street Over Don River, Don Valley Parkway, and Railroad in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 396 ft. Main Span: 142 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This steel arch bridge has been altered, but it retains its original main span and some approach spans.

Gerrard Street Bridge
HSR

Gerrard Street Over Don River, Don Valley Parkway, and Railroad in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 430 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1923 By: Unknown

Although its deck has been replaced and modernized, this bridge retains a superstructure of three shallow arch spans

Leaside Bridge
Confederation Bridge
HSR

Millwood Road Over Don River, Don Valley Parkway, and Railroad in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,443 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 11

Built 1927 By: Unknown and Frank Barber of Toronto, Ontario

This tall and long bridge was widened significantly in the late 1960s.

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Thamesville Bridge
Victoria Road Bridge
HSR

Victoria Road (RR-21) Over Thames River in Thamesville: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 320 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario and Ontario Department of Highways

Bridges of this design are not usually built so small, making this awe-inspiring bridge nationally significant and unusual.

Marine Parkway Bridge
Gil Hodges Memorial Bridge
HSR

Marine Parkway Over Rockaway Inlet in New York: Queens, New York, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,985 ft. Main Span: 540 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and David Steinman of New York, New York

Flats Industrial Railroad Bridge
Cuyahoga River Bridge #8
HSR

Railroad (Flats Industrial Railroad) Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive)

Length: 260 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and Howard, Needles, Tammen and Bergendorff of Kansas City, Missouri

This bridge is one of several vertical lifts in Cleveland.

Fort Henry Bridge
Ninth Street Bridge
HSR

I-70, US-40, US-250 Over Ohio River in Wheeling: Ohio County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,660 ft. Main Span: 577 ft. Roadway: 53.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Howard, Needles, Tammen and Bergendorff of Kansas City, Missouri

This large and impressive steel arch bridge predates the Interstate Highway System.

Julien Dubuque Bridge
HSR

US-20 and IL-35 (Dodge Street) Over Mississippi River, Railroad, and Various Streets in Dubuque and East Dubuque: Dubuque County, Iowa and Jo Daviess County, Illinois, United States

Metal Continuous (Arch and Suspended Deck) Tied Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Cantilever Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 5,760 ft. Main Span: 845 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1943 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Howard, Needles, Tammen and Bergendorff of Kansas City, Missouri

This attractive bridge was cutting edge technology when it was built, due to its innovative design.

Belt Parkway Bridge
HSR

Belt Parkway (NY-907C) Over Bay Parkway in New York: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 68 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown

This bridge is a steel beam bridge with attractive arched beams.

26th Avenue Bridge
HSR

Belt Parkway (NY-907C) Over 26th Avenue in New York: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 68 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown

A representative example of a stone faced concrete rigid-frame bridge on the Belt Parkway, where this bridge type is less common.

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Pelham Bridge
HSR

Shore Road Over Hutchinson River (Eastchester Bay) in New York: The Bronx, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 838 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 39.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

With large concrete arch approach spans and a tiny double-leaf bascule span, this bridge is an early example of both types of bridge.

Jackson Street Bridge
HSR

Frank E. Rodgers Blvd and Jackson Street (CR-697) Over Passaic River in Newark and Harrison: Essex County, New Jersey and Hudson County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 467 ft. Main Span: 221 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Fagan Iron Works of Jersey City, New Jersey and James Owen

Although severely altered, the remaining truss lines of this bridge are a rare example of a lattice truss swing bridge, one of two in Newark.

Clay Street Bridge
HSR

Clay Street (Central Avenue) Over Passaic River in Newark and Harrison: Essex County, New Jersey and Hudson County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 328 ft. Main Span: 235 ft. Roadway: 36.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: A. E. Sandford Company of Hoboken, New Jersey and James Owen

This is a rare example of a lattice truss swing bridge with a genuinely curved top chord, one of two in Newark.

Beckwith Street Bridge
HSR

Beckwith Street Over Tay River (Tay Canal) in Perth: Lanark County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail) and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 147 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 14.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Robert Weddell Bridge and Engine Works of Trenton, Ontario

In place of a traditional trussed tower, this bridge with a somewhat European appearance has a cable stay system over the swing pivot.

Plaza Bridge
HSR

Wellington Street, Rideau Street, and Elgin Street Over Rideau Canal in Ottawa: Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This extremely unusual bridge is a very wide variety of Y bridge.

Old Slys Road Bridge
HSR

Old Slys Road Over Rideau Canal in Smiths Falls: Lanark County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Main Spans: 1

Built 1962 By: Unknown

One of two operable plate girder swing bridges in town.

Abbott Street Bridge
HSR

Abbott Street Over Rideau Canal in Smiths Falls: Lanark County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Unknown

One of two operable plate girder swing bridges in town.

Smiths Falls Bascule Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian Northern) Over Rideau Canal in Smiths Falls: Lanark County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 69 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This early surviving example of a Scherzer rolling lift bascule is a National Historic Site of Canada!

Cedar Street Bridge
Feed Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Cedar Street (Feed Mill Road, TR-481) Over Back Creek in Williamson: Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 117 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1876 By: T. and S. White of New Brighton, Pennsylvania

Built by the company that later bacame the Penn Bridge Company, this ancient metal bridge has unique design details.

Williamson Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Southern Pennsylvania Iron and Railroad Company) Over Back Creek in Williamson: Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an abandoned and fairly old railroad truss bridge.

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Husband Road Bridge
HSR

Husband Road (PA-4009) Over I-70 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 148 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is a heavilly skewed, multi-span plate girder overpass, from the original Turnpike construction.

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Center Avenue Bridge
HSR

Center Avenue (PA-601) Over I-70 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Somerset: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is a representative example of an original Turnpike plate girder overpass.

Watson Road Bridge
HSR

Watson Road (PA-4007) Over I-70 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Bedford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is a representative example of an original Turnpike plate girder overpass.

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Aulwurm Drive Bridge
HSR

Aulwurm Drive Over Little Calumet River in Blue Island: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

Just about everything that could go wrong with this rare multi-span pony truss has gone wrong.

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Bairs Mill Bridge
HSR

Bairs Mill Road Over Kreutz Creek in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Doomed to be turned into scrap, this beautiful bridge contributed to a potential historic district that includes a mill.

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Barto Hollow Road Bridge
HSR

Barto Hollow Road (TR-650) Over Muncy Creek in Rural: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Unknown

This bridge was noted for its attractive and unusual portal bracing, and deserved to be preserved.

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Colony Road Bridge
HSR

Colony Road Over Maple River in Rural: Clinton County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1957 By: P. E. Mason Company of Sandusky, Michigan

An unaltered example of a 1950s stringer in Michigan.

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Gratiot Avenue Southbound Bridge
HSR

Gratiot Avenue Over Clinton River in Mt. Clemens: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 241 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 45.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1919 By: Thomas E. Currie of Detroit, Michigan

A three-span arch bridge that was an early trunkline bridge.

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Green Avenue Bridge
HSR

Green Avenue (CR-663) Over White River in Rural: Newaygo County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1957 By: Lyons-Wagner and Michigan State Highway Department

An unaltered representative example of mid-20th century bridge work in Michigan.

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Kirby Road Bridge
HSR

Kirby Road Over West Branch Clam River in Rural: Clare County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

An excellent example of a steel stringer with lattice railing and a jack arch deck.

Mackinac Trail Bridge
HSR

Mackinac Trail Over Carp River in Rural: Mackinac County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: A. S. Decker of Flint, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This attractive arch bridge has several unusual details.

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McClintock Bridge
HSR

PA-8 Over Oil Creek in McClintock: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 312 ft. Main Span: 152 ft. Roadway: 28.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: T. J. Foley and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This massive-member truss bridge features an uncommon portal bracing design.

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Pennsylvania Avenue Bridge
HSR

Pennsylvania Avenue (PA-51) Over Railroad (CSX) in Monaca: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 184 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This beauty of this bridge and its noteworthy heavy skew were not enough to save it from being reduced to scrap.

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Wittpenn Bridge
HSR

Newark Avenue (NJ-7) Over Hackensack River in Kearny and Jersey City: Hudson County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,126 ft. Main Span: 206 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and Harrington, Howard, and Ash of Kansas City, Missouri and Sigvald Johannesson

This vertical lift bridge with its unique curved approach has been sentenced to the scrapyard despite its historic significance.

Lower Hack Bridge
HSR

Railroad (New Jersey Transit Morristown Line) Over Hackensack River in Kearny and Jersey City: Hudson County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,480 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Waddell and Hardesty of New York, New York

This is one of several vertical lift bridges in this area.

PATH Lift Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH)) Over Hackensack River in Kearny and Jersey City: Hudson County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,015 ft. Main Span: 332 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is one of a unique group of vertical lift bridges in this area.

Mineral Road Bridge
HSR

Mineral Road Over Millers River in Rural: Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Located in a highly scenic location, this bridge sits on an unusual metal bent and has been preserved for pedestrian use only.

Rocks Village Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over Merrimack River in Rocks Village: Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Truss, Fixed

Length: 812 ft. Main Span: 192 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1883 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

The oldest example of riveted connections in the state, this bizarre bridge has a five unique span types built during three different instances.

2nd Level Canal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Amtrak) Over 2nd Level Canal and Lyman Street and Canal Street (MA-116) in Holyoke: Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 550 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

This bridge crosses roads and a canal with different spans types.

County Street Bridge
HSR

County Street Over Ipswich River in Ipswich: Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1861 By: Joseph Ross of Ipswich, Massachusetts

One of several ancient and historic stone arch bridges in Ipswich.

Green Street Bridge
HSR

Green Street Over Ipswich River in Ipswich: Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1894 By: Joseph Ross of Ipswich, Massachusetts and Charles A. Putnam of Salem, Massachusetts

One of the largest of several ancient and historic stone arch bridges in Ipswich.

Central Bridge
John E. Cox Memorial Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over Merrimack River in Lowell: Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Cantilever 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 474 ft. Main Span: 197 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Joseph R. Worcester and Company of Boston, Massachusetts

A rare example of a small-scale cantilever bridge structure.

Lowell Canal Bridge
Prescott Yard Railroad Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Eastern Canal in Lowell: Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A small, lightweight pony truss that likely was originally built for the use of area mills and industry.

5th Street Footbridge
Turners Falls Road Pedestrian Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Power Canal in Turners Falls: Franklin County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

An old riveted pedestrian bridge likely built to allow workers to cross the canal to get to the mills on the other side.

Arch Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Arch Street in Northampton: Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1867 By: Unknown

A traditional, attractive stone arch overpass.

Hotel Bridge
Leeds Hotel Bridge
HSR

Old Shephard Road Over Mill River in Northampton: Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 129 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

For a truss bridge with standard height trusses, this is an extremely long span.

Westfield Bridge
Great River Bridge
HSR

Elm Street (Southbound US-202 and MA-10) Over Westfield River in Westfield: Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Continuous 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 375 ft. Main Span: 184 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1938 By: Daniel O'Connells Sons of Holyoke, Massachusetts and Fay, Spofford, and Thorndike of Boston, Massachusetts

This attractive and unusual continuous through truss was preserved as a one-way couplet with a new bridge carrying northbound traffic.

Westfield Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Westfield River in Westfield: Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 326 ft. Main Span: 161 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1910 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

This is a rare use of a double-Warren truss configuration on a railroad through truss.

Welland Main Street Bridge
Welland Canal Bridge #13
HSR

Westbound Main Street Over Welland Recreational Waterway in Welland: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive)

Length: 232 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

This large vertical lift bridge no longer raises for boats, but has a notable skew.

Glendale Avenue Bridge
Welland Canal Bridge #5
HSR

Glendale Avenue Over Welland Canal in St. Catharines: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive)

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

An extensive photo-documentation of one of several beautiful and functional vertical lifts on Welland Canal.

Dain City Railway Bridge
Welland Canal Bridge #17
HSR

Railroad (Trillium Railway) Over Welland Canal (Abandoned) in Dain City: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

This cool railroad vertical lift, serving a single set of tracks, is much more narrow than the highway bridges.

Clarence Street Bridge
Welland Canal Bridge #21
HSR

Clarence Street Over Welland Canal in Port Colborne: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive)

Main Span: 240 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

This is the southernmost bridge on the Welland Canal and an outstanding example of the vertical lift bridges used on the canal.

Allanburg Bridge
Welland Canal Bridge #11
HSR

RR-20 Over Welland Canal in Allanburg: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive)

Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

One of the Welland Canal lift bridges, this bridge survived a collision with a freightor.

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Forks Road Bridge
Welland Canal Bridge #18
HSR

Forks Road Over Welland Canal (Abandoned) in Dain City: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive)

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

This bridge was once a vertical lift, but its towers were removed.

US-1/US-9 Truck Passaic River Bridge
HSR

US-1 and US-9 Truck Route Over Passaic River in Newark and Kearny: Essex County, New Jersey and Hudson County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,005 ft. Main Span: 333 ft. Roadway: 51 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

This is the older and more significant of two similar vertical lift bridges on this stretch of road.

US-1/US-9 Truck Hackensack River Bridge
HSR

US-1 and US-9 Truck Route Over Hackensack River in Kearny and Jersey City: Hudson County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,480 ft. Main Span: 222 ft. Roadway: 73.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Unknown

One of two vertical lift bridges on this stretch of roadway.

Triborough Bridge
Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
HSR

I-278 Over East River, Harlem River, Bronx Kills, and Various Streets in New York: The Bronx, New York and Queens, New York and Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive)

Length: 13,111 ft. Main Span: 1,380 ft. Roadway: 90.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Othmar Ammann

This enormous and unique bridge is best thought of as three bridges combined into one giant Y-shaped bridge.

Hutchinson River Parkway Metro North Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Metro North) Over Hutchinson River Parkway (NY-907W) in Mount Vernon: Westchester County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown

One of the many locally common, nationally uncommon stone faced concrete overpass bridges in the city.

Hutchinson River Parkway I-95 Bridge
HSR

I-95 (New England Thruway) Over Hutchinson River Parkway (NY-908A) in New York: The Bronx, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 93 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Unknown

One of the many locally common, nationally uncommon stone faced concrete overpass bridges in the city.

Beach Channel Drive Overpass
HSR

Beach Channel Drive (Westbound) Over Beach Channel Drive (Eastbound) in New York: Queens, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 34.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This bridge has a notable skew and is a later example of a stone-faced concrete overpass in the city.

Pelham Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Amtrak) Over Hutchinson River (Eastchester Bay) in New York: The Bronx, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Main Span: 82 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This early surviving example of a Scherzer rolling lift bascule was apparantly once one of three here.

Castleton Bridge
Castleton-On-Hudson Bridge
HSR

New York State Thruway (Berkshire Spur) Over Hudson River in Castleton-On-Hudson: Albany County, New York and Rensselaer County, New York, United States

Metal Continuous 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 5,369 ft. Main Span: 600 ft. Roadway: 66.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: Harris Structural Steel Company of New York, New York

This attractive truss is a pleasing sight along this section of the New York State Thruway.

Old Judd Road Bridge
Colemans Mills
HSR

Old Judd Road Over Oriskany Creek in Colemans Mills: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This bridge has a European look to it thanks to its highly unusual genuinely curved top chord.

Buttonwood Street Bridge
HSR

Buttonwood Street Over Schuylkill River, US-422, Railroad, and River Road in Reading: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 770 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: John H. Wickersham and Concrete-Steel Engineering Company of New York, New York

This beautiful concrete arch bridge is noted for its attractive and unusual railing design, as well as its rigid-frame approach spans.

Schuylkill Avenue Bridge
HSR

Schuylkill Avenue (PA-183) Over Schuylkill River, River Road, and Railroad in Reading: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 670 ft. Main Span: 106 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1924 By: Seeds and Derham of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Charles F. Sanders

Although hard to photograph, this arch bridge which is built on a curve is an attractive structure.

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Wiley's Bridge
HSR

Bowers Road (TR-748) Over Maiden Creek in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 202 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1883 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This beautiful bridge is an early, and one of the largest, rarest, and most ornate examples of the Penn Bridge Company.

Lime Valley Road Bridge
HSR

Lime Valley Road (PA-2030) Over Pequea Creek in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Cantilever Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: M. Rorabaugh of Mountville, Pennsylvania

One of only a few concrete cantilever girder bridges in the entire country, and one of two in Lancaster County.

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Farmersville Road Bridge
HSR

Farmersville Road (PA-1010) Over Conestoga River (Big Conestoga Creek) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Cantilever Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 134 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1917 By: Paul D. Kauffman of Reading, Pennsylvania and Frank H. Shaw of Lancaster, Pennstlvania

One of only a few concrete cantilever girder bridges in the entire country, and the older of two in Lancaster County.

Andrewsville Bridge
HSR

Andrewsville Road Over Rideau River in Rural: Lanark County, Ontario and Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 158 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This charming through truss has been spared demolition thanks to the support of area residents.

Ogdensburg-Prescott Bridge
Seaway Skyway Bridge
HSR

NY-812 Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) in Prescott and Ogdensburg: Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario and St. Lawrence County, New York, Canada

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 7,385 ft. Main Span: 1,143 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1960 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Modjeski and Masters

Designed and built by prolific firms, this monumental bridge has a curved design and a variety of span types.

Iron Bridge Road Bridge
HSR

Iron Bridge Road Over Crosswicks Creek in Rural: Burlington County, New Jersey and Mercer County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This early 20th century truss bridge was relocated here onto 1868 abutments in 1924.

Walnford Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Walnford Mill Road Over Crosswicks Creek in Rural: Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

This pony truss is both rare and significant because it was made from Phoenix columns.

Harvey Road Bridge
HSR

Harvey Road Over Miry Run in Rural: Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small riveted pony truss bridge that is composed of paired angles.

Meirs Road Bridge
HSR

Meirs Road Over Lahaway Creek in Rural: Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 14 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small riveted pony truss bridge that is composed of paired angles.

Centennial Bridge
Rock Island Centennial Bridge
HSR

US-67 Over Mississippi River and Various Streets and Railroads in Davenport and Rock Island: Scott County, Iowa and Rock Island County, Illinois, United States

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,853 ft. Main Span: 538 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1940 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

The first tied arch bridge over the Mississippi, the multiple arch spans make this a unique landmark bridge.

Metropolitan Elevated Railroad Bridge
Paulina Connector Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Metropolitan Elevated Railroad) Over Railroad (Metra Union Pacific West, Metra Milwaukee District West, and Union Pacific) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 256 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

A very important remnant of a former elevated railroad line.

Province Line Road Bridge
HSR

Province Line Road Over Crosswicks Creek in Rural: Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 111 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

This rare Phoenix column truss bridge retains its ornamentation, but has had lead-bearing supports added underneath.

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Caledonia Bridge
HSR

Argyle Street Over Grand River in Caledonia: Haldimand County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 700 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1927 By: Randolph MacDonald Company of Toronto, Ontario

This impressive, nationally significant structure is the longest rainbow arch bridge in Ontario.

Dane Road Bridge
F. W. Kent Park Bowstring Arch Bridge
HSR

Rod Dunlap Memorial Bridge Trail Over F. W. Kent Park Lake in Rural: Johnson County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This rare bowstring truss is part of a unique collection of seven historic truss bridges relocated and reused in F. W. Kent Park.

Maier Avenue Bridge
F. W. Kent Park High Truss Bridge
HSR

Rod Dunlap Memorial Bridge Trail Over F. W. Kent Park Lake in Rural: Johnson County, Iowa, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Pratt Bridge Company of Coffeyville, Kansas

This is the only through truss among the collection of historic truss bridges moved to F. W. Kent Park.

F. W. Kent Park Roof Truss Bridge
HSR

Rod Dunlap Memorial Bridge Trail Over F. W. Kent Park Lake in Rural: Johnson County, Iowa, United States

Metal 10 Panel Welded Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge was made from salvaged 1930s roof trusses, which appear to be an old example of welded trusses.

Bayertown Road Bridge
F. W. Kent Park Half Hip Pony Truss Bridge
HSR

Rod Dunlap Memorial Bridge Trail Over F. W. Kent Park Lake in Rural: Johnson County, Iowa, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This bridge is an example of a Pratt truss with the least number of possible panels.

Buck Creek Bridge
F. W. Kent Park Pratt Half Hip Pony Truss Bridge
HSR

Rod Dunlap Memorial Bridge Trail Over F. W. Kent Park Lake in Rural: Johnson County, Iowa, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Iowa Bridge Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This is the largest pin-connected pony truss bridge in this park that features seven relocated historic truss bridges.

Otter Creek Bridge
F. W. Kent Park Pony Truss Bridge
HSR

Rod Dunlap Memorial Bridge Trail Over F. W. Kent Park Lake in Rural: Johnson County, Iowa, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive bridge is noted for its use of v-lacing instead of cover plate, giving it a distinctive appearance.

F. W. Kent Park Queenpost Pony Truss Bridge
F. W. Kent Park Pony Truss Bridge
HSR

Rod Dunlap Memorial Bridge Trail Over F. W. Kent Park Lake in Rural: Johnson County, Iowa, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two Queenpost truss bridges that have been relocated to this unique park.

Quarry Bridge
HSR

Three Bridges Road Over Iowa River in Quarry: Marshall County, Iowa, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This attractive Whipple truss bridge is closed to traffic but would be feasible to restore.

Black Bridge
HSR

360th Street Over Iowa River in Rural: Tama County, Iowa, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss,

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 168 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its combination of spans including a through and pony truss.

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Marvin Street Bridge
HSR

Marvin Street (US-6) Over Marvin Creek in Smethport: McKean County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 38.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This 1921 bridge was widened so it today displays the appearance of a 1946 bridge.

Yates Avenue Bridge
HSR

Yates Avenue Over Railroad (Union Pacific) in Rural: Marshall County, Iowa, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge features an unusual design of truss members that was found on a number of highway over railroad type bridges.

Webster Street Bridge
Zola Avenue Bridge
HSR

Webster Street (Zola Avenue) Over Railroad (Union Pacific) in Le Grand: Marshall County, Iowa, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This skewed bridge has both unusual design details and some unusual alterations.

B Avenue Bridge
HSR

B Avenue Over Railroad (Union Pacific) in Rural: Tama County, Iowa, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This skewed bridge has both unusual design details and some unusual alterations.

E Avenue Bridge
HSR

E Avenue Over Wolf Creek in Rural: Tama County, Iowa, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: George E. King Bridge Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This charming bridge has been abandoned but would be a great bridge to preserve.

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Chambers Ford Bridge
HSR

380th Street Over Iowa River in Rural: Tama County, Iowa, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 345 ft. Main Span: 159 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1890 By: Clinton Bridge and Iron Works of Clinton, Iowa and George E. King Bridge Co. of Des Moines, Iowa

With one span dating to 1890 and another dating to 1903, this bridge has a number of unusual design details.

Sutliff Bridge
Sutliff's Ferry Bridge
HSR

Sutliff Road (CR-F14) Over Cedar River in Sutliff: Johnson County, Iowa, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 833 ft. Main Span: 215 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1897 By: Fair-Williams Bridge and Manufacturing Company of Ottumwa, Iowa and J. R. Sheely and Company of Des Moines, Iowa and George W. Wynn of Iowa City, Iowa

A locally cherished bridge, one span of this impressive bridge was destroyed by a flood and replaced with a modern span.

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Black Hawk Bridge
Lansing Bridge
HSR

IA-9 and WI-82 (Ballou Street) Over Mississippi River in Lansing: Allamakee County, Iowa and Crawford County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Cantilever 22 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,631 ft. Main Span: 652 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Melvin B. Stone of Minneapolis, Minnesota

One of the most unusual, beautiful, and significant bridges on the Mississippi River.

Fremont Mill Bridge
Central Park Bridge
HSR

Central Park Trail Over Park Lake in Central Park: Jones County, Iowa, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 127 ft. Main Span: 127 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1873 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

One of the oldest, largest, and most complete examples of its unusual, patented type in the country.

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Henry Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 348910, Hutchinson Bridge
HSR

Scenic River Road Over Upper Iowa River in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 121 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Clinton Bridge and Iron Works of Clinton, Iowa (Possible Builder)

This traditionally composed bridge is a good representative example of its kind.

Hale Bridge
Wapsipinicon River Bridge
HSR

Park Pathway Over Wapsipinicon River in Rural: Jones County, Iowa, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 263 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1879 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

A rare multi-span bowstring, this is the longest bowstring bridge in Iowa and was relocated.

Cemetery Road Bridge
Anamosa Bridge
HSR

Cemetery Road Over Wapsipinicon River in Anamosa: Jones County, Iowa, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Milwaukee Bridge and Iron Works of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

A large, impressive, and ornate Pratt truss with excellent historic integrity.

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Bertram Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 220850
HSR

Bertram Road Over Indian Creek in Near Cedar Rapids: Linn County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Hammond Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 191 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

One of the most important bridges in the state, this bridge has an extremely rare truss design and follows several patented designs.

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Chimney Rock Bridge
Snell Bridge
HSR

Chimney Rock Road Over Upper Iowa River in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Continental Bridge Company of Chicago and Peotone, Illinois

Apparantly relocated here in 1952, this is a beautiful and significant bridge built by an uncommon and elusive builder.

Washington Mill Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 145870
HSR

Creek Branch Lane Over Prairie Creek in Rural: Dubuque County, Iowa, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 114 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

An extremely rare example of a Massillon bowstring, this bridge features their unique pole and plate top chord.

Fischer Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 145610
HSR

Fischer Road Over Prairie Creek in Rural: Dubuque County, Iowa, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Clinton Bridge and Iron Works of Clinton, Iowa

An attractive example of a bridge built by a noteworthy and prolific Iowa bridge builder.

Shaw Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 207750
HSR

Shaw Road Over Wapsipinicon River in Rural: Jones County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 335 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: Unknown

A good representative example of a rural 1920s truss bridge.

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Oneota Riverview Trail Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 3480
HSR

Oneota Riverview Trail Over Dry Run (Drainage Channel) in Decorah: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: Unknown

Crossing a concrete channelized run, this bridge is a later standard pony truss.

Freeport Bridge
HSR

Park Trail Over Park Grounds in Decorah: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 12 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This well-preserved bridge is the second longest historic bowstring truss span in the United States.

Cold Water Creek Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 349700
HSR

Cold Water Creek Road Over Cold Water Creek in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1962 By: Unknown

A short and late example of a standard riveted truss in Iowa.

Hog's Back Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 52540
HSR

US-52 Over Dry Run (Drainage Channel) in Decorah: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 30.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1963 By: Unknown

This bridge has an unusual appearance for its type and is surrounded by a dramatic landscape.

Lower Road Bridge
HSR

Lower Road (Privatized) Over Buffalo Creek in Rural: Jones County, Iowa, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This rare two-span bowstring is in great condition but is privately owned.

Scenic River Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 348950
HSR

Scenic River Road Over Unnamed Creek in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 2 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: R.D. Wheaton Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

One of several nationally significant kingpost truss bridges in Winneshiek county.

Martha Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Private Driveway Over Martha Creek in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 2 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: R.D. Wheaton Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This nationally significant Kingpost was relocated to a private driveway but remains viewable to the general public.

Winneshiek Slough Bridge
HSR

WI-82 Over Winneshiek Slough (Mississippi River Backwaters) and Railroad (BNSF) in Rural: Crawford County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Continuous 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 640 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This attractive bridge is a late example of a riveted continuous deck truss.

U Avenue Bridge
HSR

U Avenue Over South Branch Salt Creek in Rural: Tama County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Unknown

This traditional pin-connected truss bridge is closed to traffic but would be easy to restore.

285th Street Bridge
HSR

285th Street Over Salt Creek in Rural: Tama County, Iowa, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Unknown

If rehabilitated, this quaint through truss bridge could continue to carry light vehicular traffic for decades to come.

380th Street Bridge
HSR

380th Street Over Salt Creek in Rural: Tama County, Iowa, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is an Iowa standard design riveted pony truss span of decent length.

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107th Street Bridge
HSR

107th Street Over Coon Creek in Rural: Iowa County, Iowa, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

A bridge which is an example of a small standardized riveted pony truss in Iowa.

E Avenue Bridge
HSR

E Avenue Over Iowa River in Rural: Tama County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 331 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This is a standard design riveted through truss in Iowa.

Long Point Bridge
P Avenue Bridge
HSR

P Avenue Over Iowa River in Rural: Tama County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 503 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown

This 1940s riveted truss bridge is wider than many of the riveted truss bridges remaining in Iowa.

5th Street Bridge
Lincoln Highway Mud Creek Bridge
HSR

5th Street (Historic Lincoln Highway) Over Mud Creek in Tama: Tama County, Iowa, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 22 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Paul N. Kingsley of Strawberry Point, Iowa

This tiny and simple bridge was built with substantial ornamentation to advertise the Lincoln Highway and is historically significant for its association with that highway.

Center Street Bridge
HSR

Center Street Over Asher Creek in Near Marshalltown: Marshall County, Iowa, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 195 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1920 By: Unknown

Concealed by both grass and an unimaginative metal railing, is the truth that this is a multi-span concrete arch bridge.

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Benton County Field Bridge
HSR

Field Access Over Branch Buckeye Creek in Rural: Benton County, Iowa, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is abandoned and partially collapsed in a field.

Gateway Bridge
South Bridge
HSR

US-30 (8th Avenue and Clinton Road) Over Mississippi River and Railroad in Clinton and Fulton: Clinton County, Iowa and Whiteside County, Illinois, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 4,165 ft. Main Span: 644 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Allied Structural Steel Company of Chicago, Illinois and Clinton Bridge and Iron Works of Clinton, Iowa and Modjeski and Masters

This graceful mid-20th Century suspension bridge is noted for only having a single suspended span.

Bergfeld Pond Bridge
Whitewater Drive Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Bergfeld Pond in Dubuque: Dubuque County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 17.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1872 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

One of two ancient truss bridges with Keystone columns and cast iron bracing salvaged from a former Mississippi River bridge and relocated twice.

Cloie Branch Bridge
Clay Hill Drive Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Heritage Trail) Over Dry Land in Rural: Dubuque County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 93 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1872 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

One of two ancient truss bridges with Keystone columns and cast iron bracing salvaged from a former Mississippi River bridge and relocated twice.

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Great Valley Bridge
Greensburg Pike Bridge
HSR

Greensburg Pike Over Turtle Creek and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Turtle Creek: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 845 ft. Main Span: 192 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This important multi-span bridge has a heavy skew and an incline.

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Paxton Bridge
HSR

Paxton Farm Road Over Chartiers Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Unknown

This tiny pony truss is among the first bridges to ever use a rolled H-section for a top chord.

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Mill Road Bridge
Wizard Oil Bridge
HSR

Mill Road Over Pine Creek in Rural: Scioto County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 129 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Located near an old mill site, this bridge is impressive despite replaced portal bracing.

East Delhi Road Bridge
HSR

East Delhi Road Over Huron River in Delhi Mills: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A historically significant and picturesque bridge located at a historic crossing and former mill site.

300th Street Bridge
HSR

300th Street Over Quinn Creek in Rural: Fayette County, Iowa, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Kingpost Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual through kingpost truss is one of the most unique truss bridges ever encountered!

3rd Avenue Bridge
HSR

3rd Avenue (IA-150) Over Wapsipinicon River in Independence: Buchanan County, Iowa, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 341 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1927 By: Miller-Taylor Construction Company of Waterloo, Iowa

This is a particularly outstanding surviving example of a concrete arch bridge in Iowa.

280th Street Bridge
HSR

6th Street Liberty Trail Over Drain in Independence: Buchanan County, Iowa, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 39 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: D. H. Young of Manchester, Iowa

This rare Kingpost pony truss was relocated here for pedestrian use.

Otter Creek Bridge
Liberty Trail Bridge
HSR

Liberty Trail Over Wapsipinicon River Tributary in Independence: Buchanan County, Iowa, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This is an extremely strange bridge whose unusual design raises many questions about its history.

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Kentucky Avenue Bridge
Lovers Lane Boulevard Bridge, Otter Creek Bridge
HSR

None Over None in Independence: Buchanan County, Iowa, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This mystery bridge has been moved from somewhere and was sitting on the grass in a park in Independence when discovered.

South Pettibone Drive Bridge
Pettibone Slough Bridge
HSR

South Pettibone Drive Over Pettibone Slough in La Crosse: La Crosse County, Wisconsin, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 30.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This is a concrete arch bridge that was widened in 1950.

John A. Latsch Bridge
Old Duke Road Bridge
HSR

Old Duke Road Over North Channel Mississippi River in Rural: Winona County, Minnesota, and Buffalo County, Wisconsin, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Cantilever Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,220 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 13

Built 1916 By: Unknown

Hidden on old highway alignment is this magnificent, long concrete arch bridge with rare cantilevered approach spans from 1947.

La Crosse Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Mississippi River (West Channel) in La Crescent: Houston County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,055 ft. Main Span: 359 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and Charles Frederick Loweth

This impressive and frequently operated swing bridge is enhanced by a variety of approach spans.

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Waterville Bridge
HSR

Mechanic Street (OH-64) Over Maumee River in Waterville: Lucas County, Ohio and Wood County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 846 ft. Main Span: 167 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1948 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

This is a the largest highway truss bridge in northwestern Ohio.

Dubuque Railroad Bridge
Illinois Central Bridge W182
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Mississippi River in Dubuque and East Dubuque: Dubuque County, Iowa and Jo Daviess County, Illinois, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,535 ft. Main Span: 350 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and American Bridge Works of Chicago, Illinois

The subject of horrific alterations, this bridge demonstrates that historic railroad bridges on the Mississippi River are at risk.

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Clinton Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Mississippi River (West Channel) in Clinton and Fulton: Clinton County, Iowa and Whiteside County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 855 ft. Main Span: 460 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This swing bridge is noted for its span length as well as its variety of approach spans.

Lock and Dam Number 15
Access Bridge
HSR

Dam Access Road Over Mississippi River in Davenport and Rock Island: Scott County, Iowa and Rock Island County, Illinois, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Truss Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,270 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 11

Built 1934 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This dam is notable to bridge enthusiasts for its bridge structure consisting of a rare K-truss design.

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Willis Avenue Bridge
HSR

Willis Avenue Over Harlem River in New York: The Bronx, New York and Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 3,212 ft. Main Span: 304 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Edge Moor Bridge Works of Wilmington, Delaware and Thomas Curtis Clarke

A unique bridge that truly gained its incredible beauty from its superstructure design alone.

Bridgeport Bridge
State Street Bridge
HSR

State Street (Fort Road) Over Cass River in Bridgeport: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 331 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1906 By: Joliet Bridge and Iron Company of Joliet, Illinois

A rare two-span truss, this bridge was saved from a collapsing substructure and preserved in its original location for pedestrians.

Moselem Springs Bridge
HSR

Eagle Road (TR-794) Over Moselem Creek in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: New Jersey Bridge Company of Manasquan, New Jersey and Dreibelbis and Company

This short full-slope pony truss bridge has a tall appearance to it and is also noted for its skew and association with a rare builder.

Heffners Bridge
HSR

Garman Road (TR-761) Over Sacony Creek in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Climax Road Machine Company of Marathon, New York and Dreibelbis and Company

This bridge is a rare example of a bridge built by Climax Road Machine Company.

Zettlemoyer's Bridge
HSR

Long Road (TR-787) Over Maiden Creek in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 152 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Unknown and Dreibelbis and Company

This is a traditional example of a pin-connected truss bridge of decent span length.

Shuberts Saucony Bridge
HSR

Dutch Mill Road (TR-774) Over Sacony Creek in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1861 By: Richard Pierce and William Kinney

This is a very old stone arch with uncommon elliptical design that has been visually marred by shotcrete.

Tulpehocken Street Bridge
HSR

Tulpehocken Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Railroad (Conrail) in Reading: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 76 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Unknown

This is an unusual plate girder foot bridge.

Lenhartsville Bridge
HSR

Penn Street Over Maiden Creek in Lenhartsville: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 225 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1922 By: Paul D. Kauffman of Reading, Pennsylvania and Charles F. Sanders

This is a large, well-decorated, and unaltered concrete t-beam bridge with a curved approach.

Old PA-22 Bridge
HSR

Old PA-22 Over Maiden Creek in Lenhartsville: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1950 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is a fairly long unaltered example of a state standard concrete t-beam bridge.

Grantham Road Bridge
HSR

North Grantham Road Over Fisher Run in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its unusual design where the deck and railing follows the contour of the arch.

Poplar Neck Plate Girder Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Schuylkill River in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 654 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad bridge has one larger deck truss span stuck in with its more numerous deck plate girder spans.

Benjamin Franklin Bridge
Ben Franklin Bridge
HSR

I-676 (US-30) and PATCO Over Delaware River and Streets in Philadelphia: Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania and Camden County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 8,170 ft. Main Span: 1,750 ft. Roadway: 77.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Modjeski and Masters (Ralph Modjeski)

The longest suspension span in the world when first built, this bridge remains one of the best examples of its kind in the country.

Market Street Bridge
HSR

Market Street (PA-3012) Over Susquehanna River in Harrisburg: Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,415 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 16

Built 1928 By: James McGraw Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Modjeski and Masters (Ralph Modjeski)

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I-74 Bridges
Iowa-Illinois Memorial Bridge
HSR

I-74 Over Mississippi River in Bettendorf and Moline: Scott County, Iowa and Rock Island County, Illinois, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,018 ft. Main Span: 740 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1935 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Modjeski and Masters (Ralph Modjeski)

One built in 1935 and one built in 1960, this unique pair of amazingly identical suspension bridges also has an impressive continuous pony truss approach system.

Blue Water Bridge
Original/Westbound Span
HSR

I-69 and I-94 / KH-402 Over St. Clair River in Port Huron and Sarnia (Point Edward): St. Clair County, Michigan and Lambton County, Ontario, Canada and United States

Metal Cantilever (Arched) Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 6,178 ft. Main Span: 871 ft. Roadway: 32 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1938 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Modjeski and Masters (Ralph Modjeski)

Designed by Modjeski and Masters, this monumental bridge features an extremely rare shape of cantilever and continues to carry unimaginable traffic.

Buttonwood Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Buttonwood Street in Reading: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This railroad bridge has architectural details that match that of the nearby arch bridge which was built at the same time.

Red Bridge
HSR

Devils Hollow Road (Old Alignment) Over Benson Creek in Rural: Franklin County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This bypassed bridge is a classic example of a pin-connected truss bridge built by the King Bridge Company.

Grimes Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Grimes Mill Road Over Boone Creek in Rural: Fayette County, Kentucky and Clark County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown

This riveted truss bridge has trusses with an unusual shape to them.

Hopewell Bridge
HSR

KY-3306 Over Little Sandy River in Rural: Greenup County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 157 ft. Main Span: 157 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1868 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This is an outstanding and very old example of a Phoenix column truss bridge.

Driveway Bridge
HSR

Private Driveway Over Branch Elkhorn Creek in Rural: Scott County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, W. B. Bassett Agent

This bridge is noted for its laced end posts and association with an uncommon agent.

Galloway Pike Bridge
Galloway Road Bridge
HSR

Galloway Road Over North Elkhorn Creek in Rural: Scott County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Empire Bridge Company of Lexington, Kentucky

This traditional historic Pratt truss has been bypassed by a replacement bridge, yet is lucky enough to remain standing.

Young's High Bridge
Tyrone Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Kentucky River in Tyrone: Anderson County, Kentucky and Woodford County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Cantilever 20 Panel Pin-Connected Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,650 ft. Main Span: 551 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1889 By: Union Bridge Company of Athens, Pennsylvania and Buffalo, New York and Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan and John W. MacLeod

The largest cantilever in the country when built, this is one of the oldest known cantilever trusses in the country and is unaltered!

Singing Bridge
State Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (US-60X, St. Clair Street) Over Kentucky River in Frankfort: Franklin County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 15 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 409 ft. Main Span: 406 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This magnificent bridge is one of the last remaining long-span bridges built by the King Bridge Company.

Jo Blackburn Bridge
Tyrone Bridge
HSR

US-62 (Tyrone Pike) Over Kentucky River in Tyrone: Anderson County, Kentucky and Woodford County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,256 ft. Main Span: 362 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This is a large and impressive deck truss with a curved approach.

Paynes Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Paynes Mill Road Over South Elkhorn Creek in Rural: Woodford County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Brackett Construction Company of Cincinatti, Ohio

This unusual little pony truss was replaced but the trusses were put on the replacement as decorations.

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Weisenburger Mill Bridge
HSR

Weisenburger Mill Road Over South Elkhorn Creek in Rural: Scott County, Kentucky and Woodford County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is a fairly heavy duty riveted pony truss.

Camp Nelson Bridge
HSR

Camp Nelson Road (Old US-27) Over Kentucky River in Rural: Garrard County, Kentucky and Jessamine County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 574 ft. Main Span: 276 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This riveted truss bridge has been abandoned but remains in good condition.

Old Clay's Ferry Bridge
HSR

Old Richmond Road (KY-2328, Old US-25) Over Kentucky River in Rural: Fayette County, Kentucky and Madison County, Kentucky, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 14 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 443 ft. Main Span: 217 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1869 By: Louisville Bridge and Iron Company of Louisville, Kentucky and Albert Fink

With a cast iron top chord, this bridge is one of the rarest types of historic bridge in the entire country.

Burnsville Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over Little Kanawha River in Burnsville: Braxton County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 206 ft. Main Span: 138 ft. Roadway: 10 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Variety Iron Works of Cleveland, Ohio

This is one of the largest and last remaining bridges built by the Variety Iron Works.

Valley Road Bridge
Stottsville Bridge
HSR

Valley Road (PA-372) Over Buck Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Bender Construction Company and Nathan R. Rambo

One of a number of bridges of this design in the county, this example has lost original railings.

Forest Manor Road Bridge
HSR

Forest Manor Road Over Branch Big Elk Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown and T. G. Colesworthy

This little steel stringer bridge was designed to look like an all-concrete bridge.

Poplar Neck Road Bridge
HSR

Poplar Neck Road Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 25.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a very unusual highway over railroad pony truss bridge that appears to be a railroad design.

Chatham Road Bridge
Gilberts Mill Bridge
HSR

Chatham Road Over Branch White Clay Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: William P. Davis

One of a number of unusual bridges with stone abutments and a jack-arch deck in the county.

Loop Road Bridge
HSR

Loop Road Over Pequea Creek in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown and H. W. Crawford

This bridge is an unusual combination of a plate girder and truss span.

Rock Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Rock Hill Road (Creek Road) Over Big Conestoga River in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 256 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1923 By: Unknown and H. W. Crawford

Plentiful lattice and v-lacing on this bridge make it a great looking bridge.

Pusey Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Pusey Mill Road Over Big Elk Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

Resting on stone abutments, this is a small concrete t-beam bridge.

Embreeville Bridge
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Embreeville Road (PA-162) Over West Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 220 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Dunleavy Brothers of Coatesville, Pennsylvania and Harry K. Ellis

This unusual concrete arch bridge has three arch spans, one small closed spandrel and two larger open spandrel spans.

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Sugars Bridge
HSR

Downingtown Pike (US-322) Over East Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 142 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is a good example of a highway department plate girder bridge.

Downingtown Pike Bridge
HSR

Downingtown Pike (US-322) Over Valley Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: John H. Wickersham and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is an unaltered example of a state standard concrete t-beam bridge.

Manor Avenue Bridge
HSR

Manor Avenue (US-322) Over Beaver Creek in Downingtown: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 36.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1934 By: Edward Daylor Company and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This concrete t-beam bridge retains the plaque stone from a previous stone arch bridge at this location.

McDowell's Bridge
HSR

Newark Road (PA-896) Over East Branch Big Elk Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown and Harry K. Ellis

This an unornamented but also unaltered example of a concrete arch bridge.

Ewing Road Bridge
Phillips Mill Bridge
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Ewing Road (PA-3044) Over Middle Branch White Clay Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Corcoran Construction Company of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This is a small concrete encased steel stringer bridge.

Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Creek Road (PA-3061) Over Taylors Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Corcoran Construction Company of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This is one of the earliest and least altered examples of an unusual jack-arch deck steel stringer bridge design in the county.

Pusey Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Pusey Mill Road Over Big Elk Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 29 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: J. McCormick and Son and Nathan R. Rambo

One of a number of unusual bridges in this county that feature jack-arch decks, this one has original railing.

Thouron Road Bridge
HSR

Thouron Road (TR-378) Over Tributary Doe Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: P. J. McCormick and Son of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This small concrete bridge has minimal aesthetic treatment which is confined to the interior of the bridge railings.

Smith's Bridge
Valley Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Valley Creek Road (PA-3061) Over Valley Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 18 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1923 By: Unknown and Harry K. Ellis

This bridge may not contribute to the Historic District it is in, but it sure harmonizes a lot better than a modern replacement bridge would!

Ewing Road Bridge
HSR

Ewing Road (PA-3044) Over East Branch Big Elk Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown and T. G. Colesworthy

This is a small concrete encased steel stringer bridge with concrete paneled railings.

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Winters Bridge
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Winters Road (Railroad Avenue) Over Putah Creek in Winters: Solano County, California and Yolo County, California, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 447 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1907 By: W. N. Concanon Company of San Francisco, California and P. N. Ashley

This early example of a concrete arch bridge was allowed to deteriorate, then condemned to demolition and replacement.

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Van Atta Road Bridge
HSR

Van Atta Road Over Red Cedar River in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

With interesting railings, this bridge is in very bad shape but is in a scenic location.

Washington Bridge
Washington Heights Bridge
HSR

181st Street Over Harlem River in New York: The Bronx, New York and Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,685 ft. Main Span: 510 ft. Roadway: 68 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1888 By: Passaic Rolling Mill Company of Paterson, New Jersey and Charles Conrad Schneider

This bridge is one of the most beautiful arch spans around, with a vast network of bracing.

Sunrise Road Bridge
Delaware County Bridge 108
HSR

CR-500 West (Sunrise Road) Over Williams Creek in Rural: Delaware County, Indiana, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

This is a small riveted Warren pony truss in good condition.

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Smithfield Bridge
Delaware County Bridge 161
HSR

CR-170 South Over White River in Smithfield: Delaware County, Indiana, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 189 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

This is a early, long example of a riveted Warren through truss span.

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Salina Bridge
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Bridge Street (Edmon Road, PA-1060) Over Kiskiminetas River in Salina: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 669 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1906 By: Unknown

A long, three span example of an uncommon type, this bridge is enjoyable to view and cross.

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Military Street Bridge
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Military Street (BL 69/94) Over Black River in Port Huron: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion)

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Detroit Bridge and Steel Works of River Rouge, Michigan and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This page includes a tour of the replacement bascule bridge to compare to the historic 7th Street Bridge also in Port Huron.

Rugby Bridge
HSR

TN-52 (Old Alignment) Over White Rock Creek in Rugby: Morgan County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A small riveted Warren pony truss likely from the early 20th Century.

Point Pleasant - Henderson Railroad Bridge
Kanawha River Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Kanawha River in Point Pleasant and Henderson: Mason County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 13 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 475 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Unknown

A very large single span Parker truss with an extensive girder approach system.

Southport Bridge
HSR

ME-27 (Western Avenue, Hendricks Hill Road) Over Townsend Gut in Southport: Lincoln County, Maine, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 374 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Lackawanna Steel Construction Corporation of Buffalo, New York

This is one of the only larger size swing bridges in Maine, and it still operates for boats.

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23 Mile Road Bridge
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23 Mile Road Over North Branch Clinton River in Macomb Township: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1935 By: Unknown

The 1950s railings cantilevered out on this bridge conceal a two-span 1930s arch bridge below.

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Balyeat Field Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over Nash Creek in Sparta: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small pony truss has been altered and deteriorated, but still has heritage value and could be restored.

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Britain Avenue Bridge
HSR

Britain Avenue Over I-94 in Rural: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: L. W. Edison and Company and Carl Goodwin and Sons of Allegan, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge was a rare example of a curved t-beam with no added modern guardrails.

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Mifflintown Bridge
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Bridge Street / Main Street (PA-35) Over Juniata River in Mifflintown and Mifflin: Juniata County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 690 ft. Main Span: 172 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1937 By: Whitaker and Diehl of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

Despite an attractive appearance and potential for reuse, this bridge will not be left standing next to its planned replacement.

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Hastings Bridge
Hastings High Bridge
HSR

US-61 (Vermillion Street, Great River Road) Over Mississippi River and 2nd Street in Hastings: Dakota County, Minnesota and Washington County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Continuous (Arch and Suspended Deck) Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,832 ft. Main Span: 514 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1951 By: Unknown and Sverdrup and Parcel of St. Louis, Missouri

Despite this bridge's status as a monumental size historic bridge, preservation possibilities for this bridge were rejected.

Hastings Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Mississippi River in Hastings: Dakota County, Minnesota and Washington County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 12 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,755 ft. Main Span: 324 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge had a swing main span that was demolished and replaced in 1981, but the approach truss span remains original and noteworthy.

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Fairhaven Bridge
Concord-Fairhaven Road Bridge
HSR

Concord-Fairhaven Road (TR-218) Over 4 Mile Creek in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

A beautiful example of a rural pin connected through truss.

28th Street Bridge
HSR

28th Street Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) and Martin Luther King East Busway in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 315 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown and Pittsburgh Department of Public Works

This is a graceful through truss bridge that carries a highway over a railroad line.

Grand Avenue Bridge
Indiana Street Bridge
HSR

Grand Avenue Over North Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 188 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

One of the older Chicago bridges, this is an older version of the pony truss bascule bridge design seen in Chicago.

Torrence Avenue Calumet River Bridge
Henry Ford II Memorial Bridge
HSR

Torrence Avenue Over Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Girder, Fixed

Length: 497 ft. Main Span: 276 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company of Chicago, Illinois and American Bridge Company of New York, New York and City of Chicago

This impressive bridge is one of only a couple non-bascule movable bridges that the city constructed in the 20th Century.

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Division Street North Branch Bridge
Charles Levy Bridge
HSR

Division Street Over North Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 242 ft. Main Span: 149 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Roemheld and Gallery and City of Chicago

Division Avenue has two rare first generation Chicago bascule bridges within sight of each other, and this is the westernmost one.

95th Street Bridge
HSR

95th Street Bridge (US-12) Over Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 343 ft. Main Span: 239 ft. Roadway: 62 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1958 By: Overland Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

This is the bascule bridge the seen in the Blues Brothers movie.

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Western Avenue Bridge
HSR

Western Avenue Over Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 295 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 107.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

Looking like a fixed plate girder today, this was once a mighty vertical lift bridge, before the towers were removed.

Grantsville Bridge
HSR

US-40 Alt Over Casselman River in Grantsville: Garrett County, Maryland, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 137 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

This excellent example of a 1930s standard plan Maryland truss bridge is located in a very beautiful setting.

Cleves Bridge
HSR

US-50 Westbound Over Great Miami River in Cleves: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 893 ft. Main Span: 248 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1958 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Ohio State Highway Department

While a newer truss, built in 1958, this bridge is still riveted and is noted for its multi-span length.

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Cleves Warsaw Road Bridge
HSR

Cleves Warsaw Road (CR-209) Over Muddy Creek in Rural: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 244 ft. Main Span: 232 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Brackett Bridge Company of Cincinnati, Ohio and Massillon Bridge and Structural Company

This beautiful truss bridge is only the latest victim of Hamilton County's lack of vision.

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Camp Road Bridge
HSR

Camp Road (PA-1021) Over East Branch Perkiomen Creek in Rural: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 146 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1858 By: James White

This ancient stone arch bridge sadly is altered and has deteriorated.

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Capilano Bridge
HSR

Marine Drive (Highway 99 and 1A) Over Capilano River in West Vancouver: Greater Vancouver District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 250 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Western Bridge Company of Vancouver, British Columbia and A. L. Carruthers

This historically significant bridge is one of the last remaining heritage bridges in the entire Greater Vancouver area.

Brandywine Valley Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over East Branch Brandywine Creek, US-322, Bradford Avenue, and Old Trolley Road in Downingtown: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,451 ft. Main Span: 201 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This very long viaduct is mostly deck plate girders, but has two truss spans, one rivet-connected and one pin-connected.

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Berne Station Bridge
Berne Bridge
HSR

Fisher Dam Road (TR-558) Over Schuylkill River in Berne: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 206 ft. Main Span: 204 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Agents

This beautiful and rare truss bridge is slated for demolition despite its historic value and potential for preservation.

22 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

22 Mile Road Over Osborn Drain in Rural: Kent County, Michigan and Newaygo County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny bridge is noted for its railing design, evidence of railing diversity in Michigan.

South Bend Norfolk Southern Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over St. Joseph River in South Bend: St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 6

Built 1926 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This bridge does not appear to be in use any more.

Sackville Bridge
HSR

Cavan Road Over Plainville Creek (Cold Creek) in Rural: Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete 5 Panel Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 17.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: W. C. Gibson of Port Hope, Ontario

This small concrete bowstring arch bridge is the only example of its type in the township.

Green Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Green Street in Atglen: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This structure is actually two stone arch bridges side by side, with one having a brick ring.

Main Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Main Street in Atglen: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a representative example of a Pennsylvania Railroad plate girder overpass.

Boot Road Philadelphia and Thorndale Line Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Boot Road in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional stone arch overpass.

Boot Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Boot Road in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a narrow stone arch overpass with a couple alterations.

Burgoyne Road Railroad Overpass West
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Burgoyne Road in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This road passes under the same railroad line twice in a short distance, yet the two overpasses are not the same design.

PA-372 Railroad Overpass
Valley Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Valley Avenue (PA-372) in Atglen: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: C. A. Sims and Company and William H. Brown

This is an unaltered representative example of a stone arch overpass on the Pennsylvania Railroad.

Burgoyne Road Railroad Overpass East
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Burgoyne Road in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Unknown

This road passes under the same railroad line twice in a short distance, yet the two overpasses are not the same design.

Noble Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad, Enola Low Grade Rail-Trail) Over Noble Road and East Branch Octoraro Creek in Atglen: Chester County, Pennsylvania and Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Charles A. Sims and Company and William H. Brown

This is a very impressive semicircular stone arch bridge.

Church Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad, Enola Low Grade Rail-Trail) Over Church Street in Quarryville: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an extremely rare example of a skewed stone arch bridge.

Cedar Hollow Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Cedar Hollow Road in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a very narrow stone arch overpass with a brick barrel interior.

Lloyd Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Lloyd Avenue in Downingtown: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This decent sized stone arch overpass provides enough room for two lanes of traffic.

Brandywine Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Brandywine Avenue (US-322) in Downingtown: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This crossing consists of a stone arch bridge plus a fairly old concrete slab structure as well.

Greenbelt Drive Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Greenbelt Drive in Pomeroy: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

With good historic integrity, this is a stone arch bridge with a brick barrel.

Oak Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Oak Street in Pomeroy: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This stone arch was widened a long time ago with a concrete arch structure which is itself today worth noting.

Warren Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Warren Avenue in Malvern: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of a number of Pennsylvania Railroad overpasses that are stone except for the arch ring and barrel which is brick.

Pine Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Pine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania and Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small arch bridge has a brick ring and barrel.

Quarryville Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad, Enola Low Grade Rail-Trail) Over Private Drive in Quarryville: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a representative example of a Pennsylvania Railroad plate girder overpass.

Glen Allen Mill Bridge
HSR

McCormick Road (TR-626) Over Yellow Breeches Creek in Rural: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania and York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1918 By: W. H. Drawbaugh of Dover, Pennsylvania and Charles A. Williams of Jacobus, Pennsylvania

This is one of a couple unusual arch bridges in this county with uncommon railing design.

Old Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Old Mill Road (TR-455) Over Catawissa Creek in Rural: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 79 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Pottsville Construction Company of Pottsville, Pennsylvania

This is a good representative example of a concrete t-beam bridge.

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Village Road Bridge
HSR

Village Road (PA-741) Over Pequea Creek in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1923 By: J. Miller Eshelman of Landisville, Pennsylvania and Frank H. Shaw of Lancaster, Pennstlvania

Although deteriorated, this bridge was a concrete arch bridge with attractive architectural detailing.

Fairview Street Bridge
HSR

Fairview Street (PA-1020) Over Pine Creek in Rural: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This is a example of a small concrete arch bridge that is not heavily altered.

US-209 Bridge
HSR

US-209 Over Railroad (Reading Blue Mountain and Northern) in Port Carbon: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This fascinating bridge was built around rocky outcroppings and looks like it leaps right out of the solid rock!

Port Carbon Railroad Bridges
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Railroad (Reading Blue Mountain and Northern) Over Schuylkill River in Port Carbon: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This is an unusual pair of concrete bridges that allow a railroad line to branch off in a Y formation.

Pottsville Schuylkill River Bridge
HSR

None (Abandoned) Over Schuylkill River in Pottsville: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an interesting pedestrian foot bridge that has been abandoned so long that a tree of substantial size is growing through it.

Reeds Road Bridge
HSR

Reeds Road Over East Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: Irwin T. Stout

One of a number of 20th Century bridges in Chester County noted for their elaborate stone substructures.

Marion Williamsport Road Bridge
HSR

Marion Williamsport Road (CR-61) Over Whetstone Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an attractive Warren pony truss in decent condition.

Outerbridge Crossing
HSR

NY-440 and NJ-440 Over Arthur Kill in Perth Amboy and New York: Middlesex County, New Jersey and Staten Island, New York, United States

Metal Cantilever 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 10,140 ft. Main Span: 750 ft. Roadway: 39.7 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1928 By: Unknown and J. A. L. Waddell

This impressive and large cantilever bridge is an increasingly old and rare surviving example of its type in this region.

Greenwich Bridge
HSR

Long Dam Road Over Sacony Creek in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1915 By: Reading Contracting Company of Reading, Pennsylvania

This is an uncommon example of a concrete encased steel through plate girder.

Intercounty Bridge
Juniata Road Bridge
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Juniata Road (PA-849) Over Juniata River in Duncannon: Dauphin County, Pennsylvania and Perry County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 650 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This is an impressive, nicely decorated concrete arch bridge.

Valley Station Bridge
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Railroad (Reading Railroad) Over Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This curved bridge is a pair of deck plate girder bridges, but only one actually has a deck today.

Montchanin Road Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad Octoraro Branch) Over DE-100 (Montchanin Road) in Rural: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed plate girder overpass.

Rock Run Bridge
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Wagontown Road (PA-4003) Over West Branch Brandywine Creek in Rock Run: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 178 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Corcoran Construction Company of West Chester, Pennsylvania and Nathan R. Rambo

This is a relatively late stone arch bridge of decent size.

Elkview Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad Octoraro Branch) Over East Branch Big Elk Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 853 ft. Roadway: 4.5 ft. Main Spans: 12

Built By: Unknown

This is a relatively short example of the tower and girder type of railroad bridge.

Phoenixville Pike Bridge
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Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Phoenixville Pike in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This is an unaltered representative example of a plate girder overpass on the Pennsylvania Railroad.

Buck Run Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Pennsylvania Railroad Pomery to Newark Branch) Over Buck Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This plate girder and nearby remains of an overpass are a reminder that a railroad line once ran through here.

Wagontown Road Bridge
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Wagontown Road Over Railroad (Delaware Valley Railroad) in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Unknown

This bridge has an unusual concrete jack-arch deck.

Wilson Mill Road Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Conrail) Over Wilson Mill Road and West Branch Big Elk Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an unusual girder bridge with a concrete slab span over an adjacent road.

Poplar Neck Bridge
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Poplar Neck Road Over Schuylkill River in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 550 ft. Main Span: 91 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1918 By: Whitaker and Diehl of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

This concrete arch bridge was extensively reconstructed and widened in 1952.

Martic Forge Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned, Future Enola Low Grade Rail-Trail) Over Pequea Creek in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 585 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is an impressive high level bridge with a deck truss span.

Valley Station Bridge
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Railroad (Reading Railroad) Over Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Built 1917 By: Unknown

One of two railroad bridges in this area, and both carry the same railroad line over the same creek.

Struble Trail Bridge
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Railroad (Struble Rail-Trail) Over Harmona Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown

Although on a rail-trail now, this former railroad bridge is otherwise unaltered.

Safe Harbor Enola Low Grade Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Enola Low Grade Rail-Trail) Over Conestoga River in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,561 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

Sitting next to a lower plate girder bridge, this is an impressive railroad deck truss bridge with a curved series of girder approach spans.

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Emerald Avenue Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Norfolk and Western) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive bridge features a heavy skew and decorative portal bracing!

Buck Run Road Bridge
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Buck Run Road (Gum Tree Road) Over Buck Run in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Dalton Brothers and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is a concrete arch bridge with period state standard concrete railing.

Indian Creek Railroad Bridges
Pomeroy and Newark Railroad Bridges
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Indian Creek in Avondale: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a pair of nearly idencial plate girder bridges located about a quarter mile from each other on the same line crossing the same creek.

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Christman Road Bridge
Hummel's Bridge
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Christman Road (TR-770) Over Sacony Creek in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

This is a fairly long span example of a half-hip pony truss bridge.

McCormick Road Private Bridges
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Private Driveway Over Yellow Breeches Creek in Rural: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania and York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This is an impressive stone arch bridge, plus there are a couple nearby much smaller stone bridges.

Boiling Springs Bridge
Ege's Bridge
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Race Street (TR-538) Over Yellow Breeches Creek in Boiling Springs: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1854 By: Unknown

This is a very old and decent sized stone arch bridge that contributes to a historic district.

Race Street Bridge
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Race Street (TR-538) Over Tributary Yellow Breeches Creek in Boiling Springs: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: G. W. Ensign of Camp Hill, Pennsylvania

This is a small concrete arch bridge that contributes to a historic district.

Lime Street Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad, Enola Low Grade Rail-Trail) Over Lime Street in Quarryville: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional plate girder overpass is one of a number of old bridges that enhance the heritage value of the Enola Low Grade Rail-Trail.

Vintage Road Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad, Enola Low Grade Rail-Trail) Over Vintage Road in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional stone arch overpass, and part of a rail-trail today.

Marticville Road Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad, Enola Low Grade Rail-Trail) Over Marticville Road (Old PA-324) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: H. S. Kerbaugh and William H. Brown

Thanks to a widening project, this is a nice looking 1905 stone arch on one side, and a nice looking 1916 concrete arch on the other.

Lancaster Pike Southbound Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad, Enola Low Grade Rail-Trail) Over Lancaster Pike (PA-272) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive and fairly large stone overpass provides for a road with two lanes and considerable shoulder.

Lancaster Pike Northbound Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad, Enola Low Grade Rail-Trail) Over Lancaster Pike (PA-272) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This odd looking tunnel-like structure is actually a stone arch bridge covered up with concrete.

Quaker Church Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad, Enola Low Grade Rail-Trail) Over Quaker Church Road in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional plate girder overpass is one of a number of old bridges that enhance the heritage value of the Enola Low Grade Rail-Trail.

Pequea Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Pequea Creek in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built 1919 By: Unknown

This is a traditional example of a railroad concrete arch bridge.

Slate Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Slate Hill Road (TR-955) Over Yellow Breeches Creek in Rural: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania and York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is mostly composed of stone, but the fascia of the arch ring is brick.

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27 Mile Road Bridge
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27 Mile Road Over North Branch Clinton River in Rural: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A nice classic Pratt pony truss that is rusting away.

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Brandywine Avenue Bridge
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Brandywine Avenue (Downingtown Pike, US-322) Over East Branch Brandywine Creek in Downingtown: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 216 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

Ths bridge is a good multi-span skewed example of a highway plate girder.

Willimansett Bridge
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Cabot Street (MA-116 and MA-141) Over Connecticut River and Railroad (Pioneer Valley Railroad) in Holyoke and Chicopee: Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 798 ft. Main Span: 173 ft. Roadway: 26.9 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1891 By: R. F. Hawkins Iron Works of Springfield, Massachusetts and Edward S. Shaw of Boston, Massachusetts

This is an extremely early example of a large bridge with riveted connections.

Isleton Bridge
HSR

CA-160 Over Sacramento River in Rural: Sacramento County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 624 ft. Main Span: 226 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1923 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

With its two rare rainbow arch spans and a steel heel-trunnion truss bascule span, this is a unique combination of concrete and steel.

Burroughs Street Bridge
HSR

Portland Riverwalk Rail-Trail Over Looking Glass River in Portland: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This extremely rare two-span pony truss was moved from Kent County.

Wood Road Bridge
Red Bridge
HSR

Wood Road Over Cohocton River in Rural: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 207 ft. Main Span: 207 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

This magnificent bridge is a rare pin-connected Baltimore and also has Phoenix Columns!

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Bertram Bridge
Ely Street Bridge
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Ely Street Over Big Creek in Bertram: Linn County, Iowa, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 208 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1891 By: J. E. Jayne and Son of Iowa City, Iowa

A well-preserved truss bridge built by an obscure bridge company.

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Black Bridge
Haze Road Bridge
HSR

Haze Road Over Betsie River in Rural: Benzie County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is the only remaining truss bridge in the county, and is in danger of collapse.

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Vernier Street Bridge
Ira Road Bridge
HSR

Vernier Street (Ira Road) Over Swan Creek in Fairhaven: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 50 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: J. E. Mason and Michigan State Highway Department

One of the oldest examples of Michigan's curved-chord through girder bridge.

Knoebels Amusement Park Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Old Smokey Train Ride) Over South Branch Roaring Creek in Knoebels Grove: Columbia County, Pennsylvania and Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Knoebels Amusement Resort relocated and reused this rare Phoenix Column truss bridge for a train ride in the park.

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Collingwood Boulevard Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Abandoned Norfolk and Western) Over Collingwood Boulevard in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan

Abandoned, this is an extremely old and rare example of a railroad pony truss bridge, with an unusual truss configuration to boot.

Pine Island Drive Bridge
HSR

Pine Island Drive Over Rogue River in Rural: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Peter Brill of Vriesland, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

One of Michigan's most significant bridges, this unusual, yet beautiful bridge is noted for its arch shape and overhead bracing.

Bolson Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 347310
HSR

143rd Avenue Over Upper Iowa River in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 217 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A representative example of a rural standard plan Parker truss in Iowa.

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Rattlesnake Bridge
HSR

Bridgeway Street Over Thompson River in Spences Bridge: Thompson-Nicola District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

A rare and historically intact deck truss is a historic centerpiece for a small community.

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Chartiers Bridge
HSR

Seven Creeks Road (PA-1014) Over Castile Run in Chartiers: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

An attractive and traditional rivet-connected Parker pony truss bridge.

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Brownsville Road Bridge
PA-88 Peters Creek Bridge
HSR

Brownsville Road (PA-88) Over Peters Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: F. S. Wilson of Kittanning, Pennsylvania

This is a traditionally composed example of a highway through plate girder.

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Bell Road Bridge
Dover Mill Bridge
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Bell Road Over Huron River in Dover: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This structure was moved off its abutments with plans for restoration, which never were completed.

Wenatchee Bridge
Columbia River Bridge
HSR

Apple Capital Loop Trail (Former Bridge Street and 9th Street) Over Columbia River in Wenatchee and East Wenatchee: Chelan County, Washington and Douglas County, Washington, United States

Metal Cantilever 26 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,320 ft. Main Span: 520 ft. Roadway: 20.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1908 By: Unknown and Marvin Chase

One of the oldest surviving highway cantilever truss bridges, this iconic bridge has been preserved for pedestrian use.

Joso High Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Snake River (Lake Herbert G West) in Rural: Franklin County, Washington and Walla Walla County, Washington, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,920 ft. Main Span: 246 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1914 By: Kelly-Atkinson Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois

This is an impressive high and long tower and girder style railroad bridge that also includes deck truss main spans.

Grand Coulee Bridge
HSR

WA-155 Over Columbia River in Coulee Dam: Douglas County, Washington and Okanogan County, Washington, United States

Metal Cantilever 22 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,089 ft. Main Span: 550 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1935 By: J. H. Pomeroy of San Francisco, California and Washington Department of Highways

Adjacent to the Grand Coulee Dam, this is an early surviving example of the distinctive design of cantilever truss found in the state.

Fort Spokane Bridge
HSR

WA-25 Over Columbia River in Fort Spokane: Lincoln County, Washington and Stevens County, Washington, United States

Metal Cantilever 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 958 ft. Main Span: 432 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1941 By: C. and F. Teaming and Trucking Company and Ralph W. Finke (Washington Department of Highways)

Adjacent to the Grand Coulee Dam, this is an early surviving example of the distinctive design of cantilever truss found in the state.

Bridge of the Gods
Port of Cascade Locks Bridge
HSR

Toll Road Over Columbia River, Railroad, and Wa Na Pa Street in Cascade Locks: Hood River County, Oregon and Skamania County, Washington, United States

Metal Cantilever 30 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,855 ft. Main Span: 708 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company of Seattle, Washington

Only such a spectacular historic cantilever truss of unique design like this one would be worthy of the lofty name it inherited.

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Black Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Maine Central) and Bridge Street Over Androscoggin River in Brunswick and Topsham: Cumberland County, Maine, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 318 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1909 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This unique railroad bridge has a second deck suspended under it for highway traffic.

McMillin Bridge
HSR

WA-162 Over Puyallup River in Rural: Pierce County, Washington, United States

Concrete 10 Panel Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 210 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Dolph Jones of Tacoma, Washington and W. H. Witt Company of Seattle, Washington and Homer M. Hadley

One of the most unique bridges in the country, this record-breaking bridge is the most unique of only a few concrete trusses in the country.

Drew Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Suwannee and San Pedro) Over Suwannee River in Rural: Lafayette County, Florida and Suwannee County, Florida, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing)

Main Span: 260 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of the most historically significant bridges in the state, this long abandoned bridge has cast iron struts and may be the oldest of its kind.

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Mill Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Mill Hill Road (TR-336) Over Nescopeck Creek in Rural: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

An excellent an unaltered representative example of a relatively early truss bridge with riveted connections in Pennsylvania.

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River Road Bridge
HSR

River Road (PA-32) Over Tohickon Creek in Point Pleasant: Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 152 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1922 By: A. Oscar Martin

This attractive concrete arch bridge with good integrity contributes to a historic district.

Ione Bridge
HSR

CR-93250 (NF-9354) Over Pend Oreille River in Ione: Pend Oreille County, Washington, United States

Metal Cantilever 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 830 ft. Main Span: 273 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: Interstate Engineering and Construction Company of Newport, Washington and H. A. Sewell of Newport, Washington

This bridge is one of the oldest cantilever deck truss bridges in the state, and one of the few historic truss bridges in this region.

Northport Bridge
HSR

WA-25 Over Columbia River (Franklin D. Roosevelt Lake) in Northport: Stevens County, Washington, United States

Metal Cantilever 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,540 ft. Main Span: 504 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1951 By: Midland Structural Steel Company and Washington Department of Highways

This attractive cantilever truss bridge includes a series of curved t-beam approach spans to accomodate flooding.

Kettle Falls Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Columbia River (Franklin D. Roosevelt Lake) in Near Kettle Falls: Ferry County, Washington and Stevens County, Washington, United States

Metal Cantilever 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,216 ft. Main Span: 608 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1940 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This extremely unusual cantilever truss has its anchor and cantilever arms reversed from what the typical locations would be.

George Sellar Bridge
HSR

WA-285 (5th Street, Stevens Street) Over Columbia River, Railroad, and WA-28 Ramp in Wenatchee and East Wenatchee: Chelan County, Washington and Douglas County, Washington, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,208 ft. Main Span: 480 ft. Roadway: 60.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1950 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Washington Department of Highways

This extremely unusual bridge is cantilever truss bridge whose suspended span is a steel tied through arch.

Cowichan River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Southern Railway of Vancouver Island) Over Cowichan River in Duncan: Cowichan Valley District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 220 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

One of the most historically significant bridges in Canada, this spectacular bridge is the only known example in North America of its design.

Meridian Street Bridge
SR-167 Puyallup River Bridge
HSR

Meridian Street (WA-167) Over Puyallup River in Puyallup: Pierce County, Washington, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Turner-Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 477 ft. Main Span: 371 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company of Seattle, Washington and Maury M. Caldwell

This unique bridge is not a true Turner truss, but is the only known surviving bridge with a configuration similar to a Turner truss.

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Puyallup Avenue Bridge
Puyallup River Bridge
HSR

Puyallup Avenue (Eells Street, Pacific Highway) Over Puyallup River and Various Roads and Railroads in Tacoma: Pierce County, Washington, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,833 ft. Main Span: 252 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1927 By: Grant Smith and Company of Seattle, Washington and Washington Department of Highways

This long bridge with its variety of span designs including some very unique skewed river spans, is to be reduced to scrap metal.

Yakima Valley Trolley Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Yakima Valley Trolley Line) Over Naches River in Yakima and Selah: Yakima County, Washington, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pegram Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 324 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1895 By: Unknown and George Herndon Pegram

This is the only example of a rare patented Pegram truss bridge in Washington State.

Benton City - Kiona Bridge
HSR

WA-225 (1st Street) Over Yakima River in Benton City: Benton County, Washington, United States

Concrete Cantilever Tied Cable-Stayed, Fixed

Length: 400 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1957 By: Everett McKellar of Chelan, Washington and Homer M. Hadley

This hybrid concrete and steel bridge was the first prototypical cable-stayed bridge in the United States.

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Boscawen - Canterbury Bridge
HSR

Depot Street (West Road) Over Merrimack River in Boscawen and Canterbury: Merrimack County, New Hampshire, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 347 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1907 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and John W. Storrs of Concord, New Hampshire

This unaltered bridge was the oldest example of its type in the entire state of New Hampshire.

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Old Lakeshore Road Bridge
HSR

Old Lakeshore Road Over Cull Drain (Perch Creek) in Sarnia: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Jenks-Dresser Company of Sarnia, Ontario

A beautiful pony truss is complimented by Lake Huron in the background, forming a unique, breathtaking scene.

Mosquito Lake Road Bridge
Old Guide Meridian Bridge
HSR

Mosquito Lake Road Over Middle Fork Nooksack River in Rural: Whatcom County, Washington, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 423 ft. Main Span: 338 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Toledo Bridge and Crane Company of Toledo, Ohio

Although shortened by two panels this bridge remains the longest pin-connected highway truss span in the state.

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George Milroy Bridge
HSR

66th Avenue Over Puyallup River in Fife: Pierce County, Washington, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 345 ft. Main Span: 308 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Hart Construction Company of Tacoma, Washington

This attractive truss bridge is noted for its span length yet is at risk for demolition and replacement!

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2nd Street Bridge North
HSR

2nd Street Over Gun River in Rural: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 50 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is one of two beautiful concrete camelback bridges only a short distance from each other.

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2nd Street Bridge South
HSR

2nd Street Over Gun River in Hooper (Rural): Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 50 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Yost Brothers of Decatur, Indiana and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge was both rare as a good example of a small camelback bridge, and also as a Covert Act bridge.

Aden Road Bridge
HSR

Aden Road (VA-646) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Rural: Prince William County, Virginia, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This early, short railroad truss is a rare example of a bridge built by the noteworthy Keystone Bridge Company.

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Carlton Bridge
HSR

New Lebanon Road (PA-1015) Over French Creek in Carlton: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 276 ft. Main Span: 137 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1888 By: Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio

A stunning Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio bridge, showcasing some of their unique, unusual design ideas.

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Cayuga Bridge
King's Highway 3 Grand River Bridge
HSR

KH-3 Over Grand River in Cayuga: Haldimand County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 619 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1924 By: Unknown

With five magnificent spans, the loss caused by the planned demolition of this iconic structure will be devastating.

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Michigan Avenue Bridge
HSR

Michigan Avenue Over Rice Creek in Rural (Near Marshall): Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: B. C. Lord of Clayton, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This small through girder is a relic from when Michigan Avenue was US-12.

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Cunningham Road Bridge
HSR

Cunningham Road (PA-3008) Over Marsh Creek in Rural: Adams County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 255 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

An extremely rare bridge located a handful of miles from historic Gettysburg, this bridge is slated for demolition.

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Division Street North Branch Canal Bridge
Division Street Eastern Bridge
HSR

Division Street Over North Branch Chicago River Canal in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 260 ft. Main Span: 173 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Roemheld and Gallery and City of Chicago

This bridge is noted for its unusual decorative plate bracing that is unlike other similarly designed bridges.

Dodd Ford Bridge
HSR

CR-147 (521st Avenue) Over Blue Earth River in Rural (Near Amboy): Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 148 ft. Main Span: 143 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: L. H. Johnson of Minneapolis, Minnesota

This rare camelback truss is an outstanding example of its type and enjoys the support of the local community.

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Factory Island Bridge
North Dam Mill Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Pipe Line Over Saco River South Channel in Biddleford: York County, Maine, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Maine threw away a perfect opportunity to preserve and convert this former pipeline truss bridge for pedestrian use!

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Fisher Ford Bridge
HSR

WV-9 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Cacapon River in Rural: Morgan County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 245 ft. Main Span: 245 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This highly significant bridge was a beautiful and unaltered example of its type, yet was not preserved.

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Folks Road Bridge
HSR

Folks Road Over South Branch Kalamazoo River in Rural: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 50 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

The last remaining concrete camelback bridge in Jackson County.

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Groveland Bridge
Bates Bridge
HSR

MA-113 and MA-97 Over Merrimack River in Groveland: Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 790 ft. Main Span: 117 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts and George F. Swain

This unusual bridge has large through truss approach spans that overwhelm and all but hide the plate girder main span.

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Guilford Red Bridge
Collier Ridge Road Bridge
HSR

Collier Ridge Road Over West Fork Tanners Creek in Near Guilford: Dearborn County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 139 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This beautiful former railroad bridge is slated for demolition but community residents want to see this historic bridge rehabilitated.

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High Street Bridge
HSR

High Street (Ridge Pike, PA-4031) Over Manatawny Creek in Pottstown: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 212 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 47.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1908 By: Unknown

This is an early, wide, and unaltered example of a deck plate girder with lattice railings.

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Hooversville Bridge
HSR

Railroad Street (PA-4021) Over Stonycreek River in Hooversville: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 166 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1914 By: Farris Engineering (Bridge) Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is an impressive example of an uncommon design, a concrete-encased plate girder!

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Inner Belt Bridge
Central Viaduct
HSR

I-90 Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Cantilever 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 5,078 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 110 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1959 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This very long, curving deck truss bridge was demolished and replaced!

Iron Bridge Road Bridge
HSR

Iron Bridge Road (PA-3009, Center Road) Over Shermans Creek in Rural: Perry County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1899 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Agents

Already rare, multi-span pony truss bridge will only become more rare thanks to the decision to demolish this historic bridge.

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Ironville Bridge
HSR

Ironville Road (PA-1014) Over Little Juniata River in Ironville: Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 166 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1912 By: Curwensville Construction Company of Curwensville, Pennsylvania

This attractive concrete arch bridge was allowed to deteriorate and then condemned to demolition by PennDOT.

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Iroquois 1780 Bridge
TR-212 Bridge
HSR

Iroquois 1780 Over Drainage Ditch in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is one of the smallest truss bridges to be found!

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Lebanon Road Bridge
HSR

Lebanon Road (PA-885) Over Railroad (Union Railroad) in West Mifflin: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 146 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 42.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This unique concrete arch bridge had an extremely rare and unusual stepped skew design!

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Lamine Bridge
MO-41 Lamine River Bridge
HSR

MO-41 Over Lamine River in Lamine: Cooper County, Missouri, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 523 ft. Main Span: 201 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Carrothers and Crouch of Kansas City, Kansas and St. Louis Structural Steel Company of St. Louis, Missouri

This bridge contains one of the largest Parker truss spans in the state!

Lemasters Bridge
HSR

Lemasters Bridge Road (CR-18/7) Over Middle Island Creek in Rural: Tyler County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 189 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This bridge features extremely rare riveted Queenpost truss approach spans at each end.

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Littlefield Corner Bridge
HSR

Hotel Road Over Little Androscoggin River in Littlefield Corner: Androscoggin County, Maine, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Berlin Construction Company of Berlin Connecticut

This attractive through truss bridge continues to carry heavy traffic.

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Locust Street Bridge
HSR

Locust Street (PA-403) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Johnstown: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 31.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

This is a traditionally composed example of a riveted highway through plate girder.

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Luthers Mills US-6 Bridge
HSR

US-6 (Roosevelt Highway) Over Sugar Creek in Near Luthers Mills: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 117 ft. Main Span: 111 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This standard plan bridge is attractive due to an arched shape as well as plentiful v-lacing and lattice.

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MO-OO Bridge
Old US-40 Bridge
HSR

MO-OO (Old US-40) Over Chouteau Creek in Rural: Cooper County, Missouri, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This traditional standard plan pony truss had an unusual riveted built-up beam running alongside it for unknown reasons.

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PA-281 / US-30 Overpass
HSR

PA-281 Over US-30 in Stoystown: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Roberts Paving Company

This bridge retains excellent historic integrity and thus is a good representation of its type.

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Peters Road Bridge
HSR

Peters Road (TR-703) Over Railroad (Western New York and Pennsylvania) in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 97 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This bridge is an unaltered example of a standard plan railroad plate girder grade separation.

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Pointe Drive Bridge
HSR

Pointe Drive Over Unnamed Canal in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Hill and Belknap and Michigan State Highway Department

A former trunk line bridge built to a Michigan standard girder bridge plan.

Pollocks Mill Bridge
HSR

Mahle Road (Pollocks Mill Road, TR-597) Over 10 Mile Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

One of Pennsylvania's finest bridges is this breathtaking, extremely ancient bridge that features the unique designs of its builder!

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Port Mann Bridge
HSR

TC-1 (BC-44) Over Fraser River in Coquitlam and Surrey: Greater Vancouver District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 6,867 ft. Main Span: 1,201 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1964 By: Unknown and CBA Engineering

The province rejected the feasible preservation of this bridge in favor of choosing to demolish the largest arch span in Canada.

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Riley Center Road Bridge
HSR

Riley Center Road Over Belle River in Riley Center: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This bridge is significant for being built during the Great Depression, and also its good historic integrity.

San Francisco Oakland Bay Bridge
HSR

I-80 Over San Francisco Bay in San Francisco and Oakland: San Francisco County, California and Alameda County, California, United States

Metal Deck Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Modified Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 22,655 ft. Main Span: 2,310 ft. Roadway: 58 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1936 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Charles Henry Purcell, Charles E. Andrew, and Glen Woodruff

Both a suspension bridge and a cantilever truss bridge, and one of the largest and most important historic bridges in the country, half of this bridge was demolished!

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Siam Steel Bridge
HSR

Steel Bridge Road Over Watauga River in Rural: Carter County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 137 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1941 By: Unknown

Steel Bridge Road no longer has a steel bridge on it, since a slab of concrete has replaced it.

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Spring Grove Bridge
HSR

York Road (PA-116) Over West Branch Codorus Creek in Spring Grove: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1923 By: Unknown

This bridge was a rare example of a closed spandrel ribbed arch bridge.

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Steep Falls Bridge
HSR

ME-11 (Sokokis Avenue and Main Street) Over Saco River in Steep Falls: York County, Maine and Cumberland County, Maine, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 226 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

This impressive bridge has been denied the benefits of a maintained coat of paint.

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Sumner Avenue Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 6140
HSR

Sumner Avenue Over West Fork Des Moines River in Humboldt: Humboldt County, Iowa, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 297 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 25.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1920 By: Unknown

Beauty and historic significance are apparantly not enough to save this bridge from demolition.

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University Avenue Bridge
Jack Kerouac Textile Memorial Bridge
HSR

University Avenue Over Merrimack River in Lowell: Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 486 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 36.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1895 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York and John E. Cheney

A rare pin-connected deck truss located serves a university yet is slated for demolition.

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Upper Bluffton Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 348810
HSR

West Ravine Road Over Upper Iowa River in Bluffton: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is a textbook example of the work its builder did, and also has a rare Queenpost approach.

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Wabash Road Bridge
HSR

Wabash Road Over Cocalico Creek in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

An interesting example of a 1930s county-designed truss bridge.

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Waltz Mill Bridge
HSR

Waltz Mill Road (PA-3037) Over Sewickley Creek in Waltz Mill: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This bridge had a beautiful brick deck and balustrade railings, and was an early example of its type.

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Washington Road Bridge
HSR

Washington Road Over Bad River in Rural: Gratiot County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1955 By: Raff and Dexter of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is an example of a trend where bridges with aesthetic value are replaced by bridge devoid of all beauty.

US-101 Big Quilcene River Bridge
HSR

US-101 (Pacific Coast Scenic Byway) Over Big Quilcene River in Rural: Jefferson County, Washington, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 244 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

One of a number of historic bridges on US-101 in the Olympic penninsula.

Kettle Falls Bridge
HSR

US-395 Over Columbia River (Franklin D. Roosevelt Lake) in Near Kettle Falls: Ferry County, Washington and Stevens County, Washington, United States

Metal Cantilever 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,267 ft. Main Span: 600 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1941 By: Pacific Car and Foundry Company and Washington Department of Highways

This impressive bridge was built to replace a lower deck truss bridge that was inundated by the Grand Coulee Dam.

US-101 Skokomish River Bridge
HSR

US-101 (Pacific Coast Scenic Byway) Over Skokomish River in Rural: Mason County, Washington, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 405 ft. Main Span: 240 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Pacific Car and Foundry Company

One of a number of historic bridges on US-101 in the Olympic penninsula.

US-101 Hamma Hamma River Bridge South
HSR

US-101 (Pacific Coast Scenic Byway) Over South Hamma Hamma River in Rural: Mason County, Washington, United States

Concrete Three-Hinged Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Colonial Building Company of Spokane, Washington and Washington Department of Highways

One of two beautiful and rare concrete rainbow arch bridges on this stretch of highway, notable for their use of hinges.

US-101 Hamma Hamma River Bridge North
HSR

US-101 (Pacific Coast Scenic Byway) Over North Hamma Hamma River in Rural: Mason County, Washington, United States

Concrete Three-Hinged Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Colonial Building Company of Spokane, Washington and Washington Department of Highways

One of two beautiful and rare concrete rainbow arch bridges on this stretch of highway, notable for their use of hinges.

Vernita Bridge
HSR

WA-24 Over Columbia River in Rural: Benton County, Washington and Grant County, Washington, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,982 ft. Main Span: 264 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1965 By: Peter Kiewit and Sons of Omaha, Nebraska

This bridge has the appearance of a continuous truss, but is a carefully disguised three span simple truss.

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US-101 Duckabush River Bridge
HSR

US-101 (Pacific Coast Scenic Byway) Over Duckabush River in Rural: Jefferson County, Washington, United States

Concrete Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 168 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: West Coast Construction Company

This is a rare example of a rainbow arch bridge and is different from the other two rainbow arch bridges on this highway.

Moyie Bridge
HSR

Crowsnest Highway (BC-3) Over Moyie River and Railroad (Canadian Pacific) in Rural: East Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 345 ft.

Built By: Unknown

This is an unaltered mid-20th Century steel stringer bridge.

Kingsgate Bridge
HSR

Crowsnest Highway (BC-3) Over Moyie River in Rural: Central Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 230 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Unknown

One of several in this area, a nice looking and good representative example of mid-20th Century provincial highway truss bridge construction.

Curzon Junction Bridge
HSR

Crowsnest Highway (BC-3) Over Moyie River in Rural: Central Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Unknown

One of several in this area, a nice looking and good representative example of mid-20th Century provincial highway truss bridge construction.

Curzon Bridge
HSR

Crowsnest Highway (BC-3) Over Moyie River in Rural: Central Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Unknown

One of several in this area, a nice looking and good representative example of mid-20th Century provincial highway truss bridge construction.

Ryan Bridge
HSR

Crowsnest Highway (BC-3) Over Moyie River in Rural: East Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 220 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Unknown

One of several in this area, a nice looking and good representative example of mid-20th Century provincial highway truss bridge construction.

Yahk Bridge
HSR

Crowsnest Highway (BC-3) Over Moyie River in Rural: Central Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an attractive and uncommon example of a small through arch bridge.

Nelson Bridge
Big Orange Bridge
HSR

BC-3A Over Kootenay River in Nelson: Central Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Cantilever 16 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,060 ft. Main Span: 487 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1957 By: Western Bridge and Steel Fabricators Limited of Vancouver, British Columbia and A. B. Sanderson and Company

This impressive cantilever truss bridge with its distinctive appearance is a local landmark for Nelson.

Trail Bridge
HSR

BC-3B and BC-22A Over Columbia River in Trail: Kootenay Boundary District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 954 ft. Main Span: 238 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1961 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and F. T. Brown

This late but impressive steel arch bridge is noted for having a third arch rib in the center of the roadway.

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Old Trail Bridge
Old Bridge
HSR

Closed Road Over Columbia River in Trail: Kootenay Boundary District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 693 ft. Main Span: 174 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This early surviving example of a rivet-connected through truss in British Columbia is slated for demolition despite obvious preservation potential!

Waneta Bridge
HSR

BC-22A (Waneta Highway) Over Pend Oreille River in Waneta: Kootenay Boundary District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Cantilever 10 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 500 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1893 By: San Francisco Bridge Company of San Francisco, California and Hugh Lincoln Cooper and E. J. Roberts

This former railway bridge is one of the oldest cantilever through truss bridges in North America.

Allenby Road Bridge
HSR

Allenby Road Over Cowichan River in North Cowichan: Cowichan Valley District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 176 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Unknown

This is a busy riveted truss bridge that has a few alterations to its original design.

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Monebrake Road Bridge
TR-150 Bridge
HSR

Monebrake Road (TR-150) Over 7 Mile Creek in Rural: Preble County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 71 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

An attractive warren pony truss with riveted connections.

Cedar Road Bridge
HSR

Cedar Road Over Nanaimo River in Nanaimo: Nanaimo District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Tied Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an impressive riveted through arch span.

TC-1 Northbound Haslam Creek Bridge
HSR

TC-1 (Island Highway) Northbound Over Haslam Creek in Rural: Nanaimo District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small, but graceful looking riveted steel arch.

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Platter Creek Road Bridge
Coffin Trail Bridge
HSR

Platter Creek Road (Coffin Trail, CR-126) Over Platter Creek in Rural: Defiance County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Perkins Bridge and Supply Company

An attractive pony truss bridge is rusted but has good historic integrity.

Slocan Valley Road Bridge
HSR

Slocan Valley Road Over Slocan River in Rural: Central Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of two very similar bridges found along this stretch of the Slocan River that may have been relocated from a multi-span bridge.

Passmore Upper Road Bridge
HSR

Passmore Upper Road Over Slocan River in Rural: Central Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of two very similar bridges found along this stretch of the Slocan River that may have been relocated from a multi-span bridge.

Kootenay River Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Kootenay River (West Channel) in Rural: Central Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 425 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is the largest and most noteworthy of three bridges that take the railway over the Kootenay River using a couple tiny islands.

Castlegar Robson Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Columbia and Western Railway) Over Columbia River in Castlegar: Central Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 704 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Unknown

This swing bridge mounted on a tall stone pier is an indication that tall boats once used this river.

TC-1 Southbound Chemainus River Bridge
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TC-1 (Island Highway) Southbound Over Chemainus River in Rural: Cowichan Valley District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 280 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Western Bridge and Steel Fabricators Limited of Vancouver, British Columbia and British Columbia Department of Public Works

This is one of a number of riveted bridges on this highway which today serve one direction of traffic.

Creston Bridge
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Crowsnest Highway (BC-3) Over Kootenay River in Rural: Central Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Tied Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 700 ft. Main Span: 350 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1962 By: Western Bridge Company of Vancouver, British Columbia and Foundation of Canada Engineering

This is an impressive and graceful multi-span through arch bridge.

Shoreacres Bridge
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BC-3A Over Slocan River in Shoreacres: Central Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Cantilever Pin and Hanger Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 402 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1962 By: Western Bridge Company of Vancouver, British Columbia and Choukalos, Woodburn, and McKenzie

This bridge is noted for its lack of alteration, arch-shaped girders, and cantilever design.

Shoreacres Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Slocan River in Shoreacres: Central Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive railroad truss bridge is easy to view from the nearby highway.

Waneta Railway Bridge
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Railroad (BNSF) Over Pend Oreille River in Waneta: Kootenay Boundary District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 500 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1945 By: Unknown

This bridge with its unuusal top chord end post connections replaced the adjacent cantilever bridge which serves vehicular traffic today.

Hell Gate Bridge
New York Connecting Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Amtrak Northeast Corridor, CSX, and Canadian Pacific) Over East River, Little Hell Gate, Bronx Kills, and Various Streets in New York: The Bronx, New York and Queens, New York and Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal 23 Panel Two-Hinged Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Inverted Bowstring Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 17,846 ft. Main Span: 978 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Gustav Lindenthal

This iconic bridge had the longest arch span in the world when built, but its approach spans are also very noteworthy.

South Bend Rail-Trail Bridge
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Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over St. Joseph River in South Bend: St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 510 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This traditionally composed deck plate girder railroad bridge was converted for pedestrian use.

28th Street Railroad Overpass
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28th Street (M-11) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Wyoming: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 63 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: L. W. Lamb Company of Jackson, Michigan

An example of a Michigan overpass with riveted steel bents, this bridge was widened.

Benson Creek Bridge
Old Taylor Avenue Bridge
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Taylor Avenue (Pedestrian Walkway on Old Alignment) Over Benson Creek in Frankfort: Franklin County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: Unknown

This impressive Whipple truss has been left in place for pedestrian use only.

Downlin Forge Road Bridge
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Downlin Forge Road (PA-4004) Over East Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1941 By: Unknown

Unaltered, this is a good representative example of a state standard steel stringer bridge.

High Street Bridge
Seidersville Road Bridge
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High Street (Seidersville Road) Over Saucon Creek in Near Hellertown: Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Welded Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 131 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of the oldest examples of a welded truss bridge in Pennsylvania and one of the few examples of a welded through truss.

Amasa Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Soo Line) Over Hemlock River in Amasa: Iron County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Unknown

This uncommon example of a railroad pony truss has massive members.

Auburn Riverwalk Bridge
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Railroad (Auburn Riverwalk Rail-Trail) Over Androscoggin River in Lewiston and Auburn: Androscoggin County, Maine, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 425 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This multi-span railroad truss bridge has been converted for non-motorized public use.

Avoca Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Livonia, Avon and Lakeville) Over Cohocton River in Avoca: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

An attractive Baltimore truss bridge with massive members and a skew.

Barker-Stewart Island Railroad Bridge West
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Railroad (Wisconsin Central) Over Wisconsin River (West Channel) in Wausau: Marathon County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 13 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 380 ft. Main Span: 158 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1888 By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

A multi-span example of a nationally uncommon truss type, with a variety of span designs.

Benicia - Martinez Railroad Bridge
Southern Pacific Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Carquinez Strait (Suisun Bay) in Martinez and Benicia: Contra Costa County, California and Solano County, California, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,620 ft. Main Span: 328 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Waddell and Hardesty of New York, New York

This difficult to photograph historic bridge is a very long structure with a variety of span types and is sandwiched between two highway bridges..

Big Beaver Boulevard Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Conrail) Over Big Beaver Boulevard (PA-18) in Near Homewood: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 230 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an impressive, massive through truss that carries a railroad over a highway.

Brantford Railway Truss Bridge
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Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Grand River in Brantford: Brant County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This impressive bridge has two truss spans with subtle differences and unusual details.

Bridgeport Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Cass River in Bridgeport: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 530 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

A beautiful through railroad truss with an interesting portal and plenty of v-lacing and lattice.

Calumet River Norfolk Southern Railroad Bridge
Nickel Plate Road Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 12 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift

Main Span: 320 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1971 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is an impressive example of a traditional mid-20th Century railroad vertical lift bridge.

Calumet Sag Channel Canadian National Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Calumet Sag Channel in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 395 ft. Main Span: 325 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A typical example of a Calumet Sag Channel railroad bridge.

Canal Outlet Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Pioneer Valley Railroad) Over 3rd Level Canal Outlet in Holyoke: Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This important bridge is an extremely old example of a metal railroad bridge and was built by a noteworthy company.

Casselman Railway Bridge
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Railroad (ViaRail) Over South Nation River in Casselman: Prescott and Russell United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 520 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This is a multi-span railroad through truss that replaced an earlier metal truss bridge at this location.

Flint River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Central Michigan / Huron and Eastern Railroad) Over Flint River in Rural: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 235 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An awesome through truss with an unusual modified Warren truss configuration.

Cheboygan River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Cheboygan River in Rural: Cheboygan County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 138 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a good, early example of a railroad through truss built by the American Bridge Company of New York, New York.

Chicago and Western Indiana Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Chicago and Western Indiana) Over Little Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 400 ft. Main Span: 270 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A typical example of the railroad truss bridges found on the Little Calumet River and Calumet Sag Channel.

Clarion Secondary Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Clarion Secondary Railroad) Over Clarion River in Rural: Clarion County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 845 ft. Main Span: 270 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1908 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio and Albert Lucius of New York, New York

This large and visually stunning bridge is a magnificent example of its type, and is hidden out in a very rural location.

Lower Maumee River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Maumee River in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,415 ft. Main Span: 353 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

One of several large and impressive swing bridges on the Maumee River in Toledo.

Lockport Railroad Bridge
Upside-Down Bridge, Bridge E-231
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Railroad (Falls Road Railroad) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Lockport: Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 395 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 8.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This impressive structure was built as a deck truss to limit boat height on the Erie Canal to benefit the railroads.

Loudon Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Tennessee River (Watts Bar Lake) in Loudon: Loudon County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 12 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,725 ft. Main Span: 375 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge appears to be a very late example of a metal truss bridge and is noted for its simple span length.

Whitford High Line Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Railroad (Amtrak) and Whitford Road in Exton: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 375 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This impressive bridge is a beautiful pin-connected Parker truss of substantial span length.

Wheeling and Lake Erie Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Wheeling and Lake Erie) Over Maumee River in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,315 ft. Main Span: 345 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Edge Moor Bridge Works of Wilmington, Delaware and Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan

A beautiful example of a large, pin-connected swing bridge with extensive approach spans.

Yellow Line Bridge
Skokie Swift Bridge
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Railroad (Chicago Transit Authority Over North Shore Channel and McCormick Boulevard in Skokie and Evanston: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 835 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This bridge contains a variety of spans but its double-warren deck truss is locally rare.

Rockwood Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Huron River in Rockwood: Wayne County, Michigan and Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 234 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A nice railroad through truss with unusual portal bracing and deck plate girder approaches.

Peshtigo Southern Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Peshtigo River in Peshtigo: Marinette County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 355 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This impressive three span lattice truss has a center span that is shorter than the end spans.

New River Norfolk Southern Railroad Bridge
Cincinnati Southern New River Bypass Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern, Cincinnati Southern) Over New River in Rural: Scott County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Cantilever Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,622 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1963 By: Unknown

This high level truss bridge is a late but large example of its type.

Michigan City Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern, Amtrak) Over Trail Creek in Michigan City: La Porte County, Indiana, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 195 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This gorgeous swing bridge still operates for boats and carries Amtrak trains.

Fort Wayne Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over St. Marys River in Fort Wayne: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This is a rare pin connected camelback railroad truss bridge!

Daggett Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Little Cedar River in Daggett: Menominee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

One of only a few known surviving lattice through truss bridges in Michigan, this bridge sits out in the open for all to see.

Brilliant Bridge
Highway 93 Bridge
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BC-3A (Highway 93) Over Kootenay River in Brilliant: Central Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Hingeless Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 992 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1966 By: Western Bridge Company of Vancouver, British Columbia

This impressive arch bridge sits right next to the former highway bridge which has been preserved.

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Findlay Street Bridge
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Findlay Street Over I-70 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in New Baltimore: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This original Pennsylvania turnpike overpass is a rare example of the rigid-frame built with a notable grade.

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Church Street Bridge
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Church Street (PA-2037) Over Railroad (CSX) in Garrett: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 166 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1919 By: Unknown

An excellent example of a Pennsylvaia highway plate girder with an attractive brick deck.

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McArdle Roadway Pedestrian Overpass
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Walkway (Abandoned) Over P.J. McArdle Roadway in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

There once was likely a lot more to this very unusual overpass that today leads nowhere.

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Chestnut Street Bridge
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Chestnut Road Over Railroad (CSX) in Coraopolis: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Unknown and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

A complete example of a riveted pedestrian footbridge, this historic structure is to be demolished.

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Ridge Avenue Bridge
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Ridge Avenue Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 40.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Currently abandoned, this unusual bridge could be restored to serve pedestrians in its park setting.

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Koppel Viaduct
Ellwood - Koppel Bridge
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PA-351 Over Beaver River in Koppel: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,206 ft. Main Span: 221 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This is an uncommon example of a simple span large deck truss, and this bridge has a few unusual details as well.

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Pennsylvania Turnpike Beaver River Bridge
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I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) Over Beaver River, PA-1001, and Railroad in Rural: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,546 ft. Main Span: 410 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1952 By: Unknown

This is a large cantilever deck truss that is hidden in a wooded setting.

King Street Bridge
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King Street (US-11, PA-696, PA-533) Over Middle Spring Creek in Shippensburg: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 47 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Ferro-Concrete Construction Company of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

This is an attractive traditional arch bridge that has the unusual addition of an Indian head sculpture on the railing.

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Ray Road Bridge
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Ray Road Over Blackford Creek in Rural: Daviess County, Kentucky and Hancock County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

An important, intact example of the truss design that is associated with its builder.

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Kern Bridge
Yaeger Bridge
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195th Lane (TR-190, Ivywood Lane) Over LeSeuer River in Rural (Near Mankato): Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1873 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

The longest historic bowstring truss span in the United States and the second longest in North America, this bridge is also unaltered!

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Broad Street Bridge
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US-52 and IA-64 (Broad Street) Over Mississippi River Overflow in Sabula: Jackson County, Iowa, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 342 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This through truss adds interest to an otherwise unremarkable causeway.

Sabula Rail Bridge
Sabula Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Iowa, Chicago, and Eastern Railroad) Over Mississippi River in Sabula: Jackson County, Iowa and Carroll County, Illinois, United States

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,967 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Charles Frederick Loweth

This is an impressive bridge both because of its swing span but also its Pratt and Parker truss approach spans.

1st Avenue Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Abandoned Soo Line) Over 1st Avenue in Bessemer: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 195 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

One of only two truss railroad overpasses that cross a highway in Michigan, this is a very unusual truss.

Rainbow Bridge
La Conner Bridge
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Pioneer Parkway Road (Maple Avenue) Over Swinomish Slough in La Conner: Skagit County, Washington, United States

Metal 21 Panel Hingeless Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 792 ft. Main Span: 550 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Neukirch Brothers of Seattle, Washington and Harry R. Powell and Associates

This graceful arch bridge is noted for its uncommon design type, aesthetics, and span length.

Division Street Bridge
Mt. Vernon Bridge
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Division Street (WA-536) Over Skagit River in Mt. Vernon: Skagit County, Washington, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 675 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Guy F. Atkinson and George Stevens

Although it no longer opens for boats, this is a good example of a truss swing bridge in Washington State.

Bebee Bridge
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US-97 Over Columbia River in Rural: Chelan County, Washington, United States

Metal Continuous Tied Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,227 ft. Main Span: 520 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1962 By: Unknown

This unusual bridge stands next to the towers of the suspension bridge it replaced.

US-2 Kootenai River Bridge
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US-2 Over Kootenai River in Rural: Lincoln County, Montana, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete (Stone Faced) T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 942 ft. Main Span: 264 ft. Roadway: 31.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1942 By: McNutt Brothers of Eugene, Oregon

This is a somewhat unusually configured continuous deck truss.

Westmond Bridge
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US-95 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Railroad (BNSF) in Rural: Bonner County, Idaho, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 262 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This riveted truss bridge was bypassed but left standing next to its replacement, and might eventually serve a trail.

Steel Bridge
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OR-99W and Railroad (Southern Pacific) Over Willamette River in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 800 ft. Main Span: 211 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri

This unique double deck lift bridge has the ability to lift the lower deck only or both decks as needed.

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Burnside Bridge
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Burnside Street Over Willamette River and Various Streets and Railroad in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,807 ft. Main Span: 213 ft. Roadway: 68 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Pacific Bridge Company of Portland, Oregon and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois and Gustav Lindenthal

An attractive bascule bridge with uncommon double-Warren deck truss approach spans, and designed by Gustav Lindenthal, a famous engineer.

Mission Avenue Bridge
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Mission Avenue Over Spokane River in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 348 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This is an early and unaltered example of a concrete arch bridge in Washington State.

Monroe Street Bridge
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Monroe Street Over Spokane River in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 893 ft. Main Span: 281 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1911 By: Unknown and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri, and John C. Ralston and Morton McCartney

With its unique aesthetic details this bridge briefly held a record for span length when completed.

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Division Street Bridge
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Division Street Over Railroad (Abandoned Grand Trunk Western / Dequindre Cut Greenway) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of several remaining overpasses that relate the industrial growth of Detroit during that time.

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Adelaide Street Bridge
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Adelaide Street Over Railroad (Abandoned Grand Trunk Western / Dequindre Cut Greenway) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of several remaining historically significant overpasses that relate the industrial growth of Detroit during that time.

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Wilkins Street Bridge
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Wilkins Street Over Railroad (Abandoned Grand Trunk Western / Dequindre Cut Greenway) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of several remaining historically significant overpasses that relate the industrial growth of Detroit during that time.

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Alfred Street Bridge
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Alfred Street Over Railroad (Abandoned Grand Trunk Western / Dequindre Cut Greenway) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of several remaining overpasses that relate the industrial growth of Detroit during that time.

Washington Street Railroad Overpass
Washington Street Overcrossing
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Washington Street Over Railroad (BNSF, Former Northern Pacific) in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 170 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This is a very wide railroad overpass and its arch design makes it different from other overpasses in the area.

Greene Street Bridge
Esmeralda-Greene Street Bridge
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Greene Street Over Spokane River, Riverton Avenue, and Upriver Drive in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 434 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Roadway: 52.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1955 By: Henry Hagman of Cashmere, Washington and E. J. Garnett

This concrete arch bridge is one of the youngest of its type in both Spokane and the entire state.

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Trent Avenue Bridge
East Trent Bridge
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Trent Avenue (WA-290) Over Spokane River in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 513 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is an unaltered, traditional example of a concrete arch bridge and a fairly early surviving example as well.

Sunset Boulevard Overpass
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Sunset Boulevard Over Inland Empire Way in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 79 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This is an early, unaltered, and attractive highway over highway grade separation bridge.

Lombard Street Bridge
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North Lombard Street (US-30 Bypass) Over Railroad (BNSF, Portsmouth Cut) in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 340 ft. Main Span: 91 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1909 By: Unknown and Ralph Modjeski

Rock Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (BNSF) Over Rock Creek in Stevenson: Skamania County, Washington, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a traditional pin-connected railroad truss and riveted plate girder bridge.

Naches River BNSF Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (BNSF) Over Naches River in Yakima and Selah: Yakima County, Washington, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 366 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This traditional pin-connected railroad through truss makes a nice comparison to the rare Pegram truss bridge it sits next to.

I-82 Westbound Naches River Bridge
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I-82 Westbound (US-97) Over Naches River in Selah: Yakima County, Washington, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 276 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: D. Nygren and Washington Department of Highways

This is one of two older truss bridges on this expressway which sit next to newer bridges including two 1960 truss bridges.

I-82 Westbound Yakima River Bridge
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I-82 Westbound (US-97) Over Yakima River in Selah: Yakima County, Washington, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 317 ft. Main Span: 223 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Hofius Steel and Equipment Company and Washington Department of Highways

This is one of two older truss bridges on this expressway which sit next to newer bridges including two 1960 truss bridges.

Murray Morgan Bridge
11th Street Bridge
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11th Street Over City Waterway (Thea Foss Waterway) in Tacoma: Pierce County, Washington, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,748 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri

This large vertical lift bridge on a 4 percent grade was rehabilitated and is a major preservation success story.

Tacoma Narrows Bridge
Sturdy Gertie
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WA-16 Westbound Over Tacoma Narrows in Tacoma: Pierce County, Washington, United States

Metal Deck Truss Stiffening Warren Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 5,978 ft. Main Span: 2,800 ft. Roadway: 46.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1950 By: Bethlehem Pacific Coast Steel Company and Charles E. Andrew and Dexter R. Smith

This bridge replaced the infamous Galloping Gertie bridge which collapsed, and both bridges are discussed on this page.

Marshall Bridge
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Cheney-Spokane Road Over Marshall Creek, Fish Lake Trail, and Railroad (Northern Pacific) in Marshall: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 547 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 10

Built 1949 By: Clifton and Applegate and W. L. Malony of Spokane, Washington

With a variety of span lengths, this is an outstanding example of a curved t-beam bridge.

Washington Water Power Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Portion of Spokane River in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small bridge that is part of the Spokane Falls complex of waterfalls, dams, and power generation facilities.

Howard Street Middle Channel Bridge
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Howard Street (Non-Motorized Traffic Only) Over Spokane River Middle Channel in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 242 ft. Main Span: 194 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Beer's Building Company of Seattle, Washington and Morton McCartney

This impressive and uncommon Baltimore truss is the only pin-connected truss bridge in Spokane.

Howard Street North Channel Bridge
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Howard Street (Non-Motorized Traffic Only) Over Spokane River North Channel in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 212 ft. Main Span: 106 ft. Roadway: 54 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1909 By: Unknown

One of two noteworthy historic bridges that carry Howard Street over the river, and today only serve non-motorized traffic.

Post Street Bridge
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Post Street Over Spokane River in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 333 ft. Main Span: 259 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Olson and Johnson Company and Morton McCartney

This concrete arch bridge has an interesting history, including a collapse during construction and a 1937 widening.

Hatch Road Bridge
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Hatch Road Over Latah Creek (Hangman Creek) in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 166 ft. Main Span: 111 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Charles A. McClung and B. J. Garnett

This is a simple-looking concrete arch bridge that has unfortunately lost its original railings.

11th Avenue Bridge
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11th Avenue Over Latah Creek (Hangman Creek) in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: G. H. Weller

This is an attractive and unaltered concrete arch bridge.

Sunset Boulevard Bridge
Latah Bridge
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Sunset Boulevard (BL-90) Over Latah Creek (Hangman Creek) in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,070 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 45 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1913 By: J. E. Cunningham and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri, and Morton McCartney

This is the least altered of the two largest and most impressive concrete arch bridges in Spokane.

Marne Bridge
Riverside Avenue Bridge
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Riverside Avenue Over Latah Creek (Hangman Creek) in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Charles A. McClung and Alfred D. Butler

Although the arch itself is unaltered, this bridge has lost its original railings.

Chambers Bay Railroad Bridge
Bridge 14
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Railroad (BNSF) Over Chambers Bay (Steilacoom Creek) in Steilacoom: Pierce County, Washington, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Direct Lift)

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This blend of bascule and lift technologies is the only surviving example of the unique patented Strauss direct lift bridge in the country!

1st Street Bridge
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1st Street (WA-3) Over Goldsborough Creek in Shelton: Mason County, Washington, United States

Concrete Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 57 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: McRae Brothers

This is a small but rare and graceful looking example of a concrete rainbow arch bridge in Washington State.

Lyons Ferry Bridge
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WA-261 Over Snake River (Lake Herbert G West) in Rural: Columbia County, Washington and Franklin County, Washington, United States

Metal Cantilever 26 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,040 ft. Main Span: 520 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: Kuckenberg and Wittman of Portland, Oregon and Washington Department of Highways

This unusual and early surviving cantilever truss bridge was moved to this beautiful rural location in 1968.

Bridgeport Bridge
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WA-17 Over Columbia River in Bridgeport: Douglas County, Washington and Okanogan County, Washington, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,150 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1950 By: Unknown and United States Army Corps of Engineers

This is an increasingly uncommon example of a continuous deck truss.

WA-153 Bridge
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WA-153 Over Methow River in Rural: Okanogan County, Washington, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 425 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown and Washington Department of Highways

This is an excellent representative example of a mid-20th Century truss bridge in Washington State.

Pateros Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Cascade and Columbia River) Over Methow River in Pateros: Okanogan County, Washington, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 378 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This curved bridge offers a variety of span types and represents typical railroad bridge construction from the period.

West Monitor Bridge
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Old Monitor Road Over Wenatchee River in Rural: Chelan County, Washington, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 312 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1907 By: Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company of Seattle, Washington

This rehabilitated bridge is one of the few examples of a pin-connected through truss highway bridge in the entire state!

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Udora Bridge
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Ravenshoe Road (RR-32) Over Uxbridge Brook in Rural: Durham Region, Ontario and York Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is an early example of a rigid-frame bridge in Ontario and is noted for retaining its original railings.

Clark Fork Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Clark Fork River in Clark Fork: Bonner County, Idaho, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 996 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 10.2 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This railroad bridge served briefly as a vehicular bridge before being converted for pedestrian only use.

Clark Fork Railroad Girder Bridge
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Railroad (BNSF) Over Clark Fork River in Clark Fork: Bonner County, Idaho, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,178 ft. Main Spans: 11

Built By: Unknown

This bridge appears to be a later example of a riveted deck plate girder.

Noxon Bridge
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Klakken Road (CR-020) Over Clark Fork River (Cabinet Gorge Reservoir) in Noxon: Sanders County, Montana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 600 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: Unknown

Located in a region with few metal truss bridges, this example is located in a very scenic setting.

Sylvan Island Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned) Over Sylvan Slough in Moline: Rock Island County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 15 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 202 ft. Main Span: 195 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1868 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan and Thomas Curtis Clarke

Among the oldest metal bridges in the country is this rarest of bridge types, a cast iron truss... plus it has a rare configuration and Phoenix columns!

Troy Bridge
Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Bridge
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Kootenai River Road (CR-071) Over Kootenai River in Troy: Lincoln County, Montana, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 445 ft. Main Span: 221 ft. Roadway: 9.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1912 By: Coast Bridge Company of Portland, Oregon

There are very few truss bridges in this region remaining, but this bridge would be impressive and noteworthy anywhere.

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Kootenai Falls Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Kootenai River in Rural: Lincoln County, Montana, United States

Metal Swinging Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed

Main Span: 210 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a narrow swinging foot bridge that appears to have a few parts that are older.

Naples Bridge
Naples Viaduct
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Old US-95 (Deep Creek Loop) Over Railroad (BNSF and Union Pacific) and Deep Creek in Naples: Boundary County, Idaho, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 502 ft. Main Span: 161 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This bridge is on old US highway alignment and has an interesting combination of concrete approach spans and a metal truss span.

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Sandpoint Railroad Bridge
Lake Pend Oreille Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (BNSF) Over Lake Pend Oreille in Sandpoint: Bonner County, Idaho, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 4,800 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This is an extremely long railroad bridge, and although many of its approach spans have been replaced, the main swing span remains historic.

East Hope Bridge
HSR

Wellington Place Over Strong Creek in East Hope: Bonner County, Idaho, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This is a little bridge that has an unusual alteration, suggesting an interesting reuse of materials to widen it.

Moyie Bridge
Moyie River Canyon Bridge
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US-2 Over Moyie River in Moyie Springs: Boundary County, Idaho, United States

Metal Continuous Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,222 ft. Main Span: 378 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1965 By: Northern Imperial Construction Company of Portland, Oregon

With its welded beams, this extremely high bridge looks about 10 years newer than it is.

Chelan Falls Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Cascade and Columbia River) Over Chelan River in Chelan Falls: Chelan County, Washington, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 525 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional railroad bridge and it features a through and pony truss span.

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11th Street Bridge
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11th Street (WA-509) Over Puyallup Waterway in Tacoma: Pierce County, Washington, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,760 ft. Main Span: 161 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is a vertical lift bridge that had its towers removed as well as all machinery turning it into a fixed truss bridge.

Lincoln Avenue Bridge
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Lincoln Avenue Over Puyallup River in Tacoma: Pierce County, Washington, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 466 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This bridge is unusual because each of its three spans is slightly different in length and as a result the members on each span also differ.

Puyallup River BNSF Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (BNSF) Over Puyallup River in Tacoma: Pierce County, Washington, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 400 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

One of a couple traditional railroad bridges on this section of river.

Purdy Bridge
HSR

WA-302 Over Henderson Bay (Burley Lagoon) in Rural: Pierce County, Washington, United States

Concrete Continuous Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 550 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1936 By: Portland Dredging Company of Portland, Oregon and W. H. Witt Company of Seattle, Washington and Homer M. Hadley

This strikingly plain bridge that looks newer than it is was found to be historic since it was one of the first of a type that later became more common.

Foothills Trail Bridge
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Railroad (Foothills Trail Rail-Trail) Over Puyallup River in Rural: Pierce County, Washington, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This metal truss railroad bridge provides an excellent compare and contrast opportunity as it sits next to a rare concrete truss highway bridge.

Washtucna Railroad Bridge
Washtucna Spokane, Portland and Seattle Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Columbia Plateau Rail-Trail) Over North Street in Washtucna: Adams County, Washington, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This little deck truss bridge is a suprise find out in the middle of nowhere.

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Magnolia Bridge
West Garfield Street Bridge
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Garfield Street (Magnolia Boulevard) Over Various Streets and Railroad Lines in Seattle: King County, Washington, United States

Concrete Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,008 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 15

Built 1929 By: J. M. Clapp

This is a large, complex, multi-ramp curved viaduct with rare concrete truss spans, but also suffers from alteration.

WA-9 Bridge
Valley Highway Bridge
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WA-9 (Valley Highway) Over North Fork Nooksack River in Rural: Whatcom County, Washington, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 410 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1954 By: Unknown and Washington Department of Highways

This is a multi-span example of a standard Washington State through truss bridge.

North Fork Nooksack River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (BNSF) Over North Fork Nooksack River in Rural: Whatcom County, Washington, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 419 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1899 By: Unknown

This is a class pin-connected railroad through truss that remains in service for trains.

West End Bridge
West End - North Side Bridge
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US-19 Over Ohio River and Railroad in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Tied Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,221 ft. Main Span: 780 ft. Roadway: 40.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Allegheny County Department of Public Works, Vernon R Covell

A visual gateway for the Ohio River, this bridge has an extremely tall arch, and is very photogenic.

McKees Rocks Bridge
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Blue Belt (PA-3104) Over Ohio River, Railroad, and Various Streets in McKees Rocks and Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 22 Panel Two-Hinged Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 5,900 ft. Main Span: 750 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

This very long landmark bridge has an unbelievable variety and number of span types including two rare crescent arch spans!

Mosier I-84 Overpass
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US-30 Over I-84 in Mosier: Wasco County, Oregon, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 167 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This is a representative example of an early surviving overpass bridge for an Interstate Highway in Oregon.

Dr. John McLoughlin Memorial Bridge
McLoughlin Bridge
HSR

OR 99E (McLoughlin Boulevard) Over Clackamas River in Gladstone: Clackamas County, Oregon, United States

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 730 ft. Main Span: 240 ft. Roadway: 4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1933 By: Lindstrom and Feigenson of Portland, Oregon and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This is an imppressive steel arch span that also includes attractive concret approach spans.

Seufert Viaduct
HSR

Viewpoint Road (Historic Columbia River Highway) Over Fifteen Mile Creek in Rural: Wasco County, Oregon, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 238 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1920 By: Colonial Building Company of Spokane, Washington and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

Decorative arch facades give this bridge the aesthetic details that characterized the Historic Columbia River Highway bridges.

Canoe Pass Bridge
HSR

WA-20 Over Canoe Pass in Rural: Skagit County, Washington, United States

Metal Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 511 ft. Main Span: 350 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Wallace Bridge and Structural Steel Company of Seattle, Washington and Washington Department of Highways (O R. Elwell)

In a stunning setting visited by many tourists, this is one of two impressive bridges here of different type but similar appearance that offer a nice engineering contrast.

Deception Pass Bridge
HSR

WA-20 Over Deception Pass in Rural: Island County, Washington and Skagit County, Washington, United States

Metal Cantilever 22 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 976 ft. Main Span: 550 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1935 By: Wallace Bridge and Structural Steel Company of Seattle, Washington and Washington Department of Highways (O R. Elwell)

In a stunning setting visited by many tourists, this is one of two impressive bridges here of different type but similar appearance that offer a nice engineering contrast.

I-5 Skagit River Bridge
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I-5 Over Skagit River in Mt. Vernon: Skagit County, Washington, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,112 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1955 By: Peter Kiewit and Sons of Omaha, Nebraska

Although structurally noted for a design that looked continuous but is actually simple spans, this bridge was made infamous when a truck crashed into and collapsed one of the spans.

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Evergreen Point Floating Bridge
Governor Albert D. Rosellini Bridge / SR-520 Bridge
HSR

WA-520 Over Lake Washington in Seattle and Medina: King County, Washington, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Pontoon, Movable: Retractile and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 12,383 ft. Main Span: 7,518 ft. Roadway: 51.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1963 By: Guy F. Atkinson and Charles E. Andrew

One of several unusual Washington State floating bridges that are extremely unusual and unlike bridges found anywhere else in North America.

Pilchuck Creek Bridge
HSR

WA-9 (Old Alignment) Over Pilchuck Creek in Rural: Snohomish County, Washington, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1916 By: Arvid Edwin Peterson and Daniel Luten

This bridge is the oldest bridge on the state highway system and noted for its association with Daniel Luten.

Goodwin Road Bridge
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Goodwin Road (Route 285) Over Wenatchee River, Goodwin Road, and Railroad (BNSF) in Cashmere: Chelan County, Washington, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 503 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This unique bridge has a curved design and features an unusually large variety of span types.

Grand Coulee Dam Bridge
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Dam Access Road Over Columbia River (Franklin D. Roosevelt Lake) in Coulee Dam: Grant County, Washington and Okanogan County, Washington, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,650 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 11

Built 1941 By: Consolidated Builders, Inc. and S. O. Harper

This bridge is an extremely long arch bridge that is dwarfed by the dam of which the bridge is an integral part.

Rock Island Bridge
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Railroad (BNSF) Over Columbia River in Rock Island: Chelan County, Washington and Douglas County, Washington, United States

Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 900 ft. Main Span: 417 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Edge Moor Bridge Works of Wilmington, Delaware

This is an unusual railroad bridge that was made even more unusual long ago when supplemental trusses were added to it.

Wenatchee Avenue Bridge
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Wenatchee Avenue (Northbound) Over Wenatchee River and Railroad (BNSF) in Wenatchee: Chelan County, Washington, United States

Metal Cantilever 13 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 641 ft. Main Span: 260 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company of Seattle, Washington and Washington Department of Highways

This pair of bridges also includes a noteworthy plate girder bridge that was built to form a one-way couplet.

Wenatchee River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (BNSF) Over Wenatchee River in Rural: Chelan County, Washington, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 625 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1899 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This railroad bridge has a variety of spans, but its pin-connected Warren through truss span is most noteworthy.

Monitor Bridge
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Main Street (Old Monitor Road) Over Wenatchee River in Monitor: Chelan County, Washington, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 357 ft. Main Span: 131 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: Henry Hagman of Cashmere, Washington and A. M. Buell

This is an attractive concrete arch bridge that has a single solid rib.

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Spottsville Bridge
Richard W. Owen Memorial Bridge
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US-60 Over Green River in Spottsville: Henderson County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,103 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: International Steel and Iron Company of Evansville, Indiana and Koss Construction Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This truss bridge is noted for its decent main span length as well as its variety of span types.

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Smithland Bridge
Lucy Jefferson Lewis Memorial Bridge
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US-60 Over Cumberland River in Smithland: Livingston County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,818 ft. Main Span: 500 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Nashville Bridge Company of Nashville, Tennessee and Modjeski and Masters

This bridge is noteworthy for association with an important engineering firm and for its large 500 foot truss span.

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New Harmony Bridge
Harmony Way Bridge
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IN-66 and IL-14 Over Wabash River in New Harmony: Posey County, Indiana and White County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,579 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1930 By: Nashville Bridge Company of Nashville, Tennessee

Noteworthy for its size, design, and operation as a toll bridge, this historic truss has been closed and is at risk for demolition.

Chain of Rocks Canal Bridge
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Chain of Rocks Road (Historic US-66) Over Chain of Rocks Canal in Granite City: Madison County, Illinois, United States

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss,

Length: 2,368 ft. Main Span: 463 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Bushman Construction Company

This impressive bridge is noted for its large through truss span and rare continuous deck truss approach spans.

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I-270 Chain of Rocks Canal Bridge
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I-270 Over Chain of Rocks Canal in Granite City: Madison County, Illinois, United States

Metal Cantilever 16 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam),

Length: 1,990 ft. Main Span: 480 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1963 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Sverdrup and Parcel of St. Louis, Missouri

This attractive identical pair of cantilever truss bridges were reduced to scrap metal in favor of a mundane steel stringer replacement bridge.

Cairo Mississippi River Bridge
Birds Point Bridge
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US-60 and US-62 Over Mississippi River in Cairo and Birds Point: Alexander County, Illinois and Mississippi County, Missouri, United States

Metal Cantilever 22 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 5,182 ft. Main Span: 700 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1929 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Waddell and Hardesty of New York, New York

This increasingly rare two tower cantilever truss has a distinctive appearance due to its long series of approaching towerless cantilever truss approach spans.

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Cairo Ohio River Bridge
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US-60, US-62, and US-51 Over Ohio River in Cairo: Alexander County, Illinois and Ballard County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Cantilever 22 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,865 ft. Main Span: 800 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1937 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and Modjeski and Masters

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Bend Road Bridge
Withington Ford Bridge
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Bend Road (Route N) Over Meramec River in Rural: Franklin County, Missouri, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 422 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1916 By: Miller and Borcherding of St. Louis, Missouri

This is an attractive and rare Pennsylvania truss bridge that is feasible to preserve and should not be demolished.

Gale Bridge
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Old IL-3 Over Sexton Creek in Rural: Alexander County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 338 ft. Main Span: 172 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown and Illinois Division of Highways

This bridge with its combination of truss types and curved roadway is one of the few historic truss bridges in Illinois to be rehabilitated.

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Daniel Boone Bridge
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I-64, US-40, and US-61 (Northbound and Westbound) Over Missouri River in Chesterfield: St. Louis County, Missouri and St. Charles County, Missouri, United States

Metal Continuous 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,614 ft. Main Span: 514 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1935 By: Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Missouri State Highway Commission

This rare continuous through truss has a distinctive appearance formed by its arrangement as a pair of two-span continuous trusses.

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Milton-Madison Bridge
Madison-Milton Bridge
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US-421 Over Ohio River in Madison and Milton: Trimble County, Kentucky and Jefferson County, Indiana, United States

Metal Cantilever 22 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,184 ft. Main Span: 600 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1929 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and J. G. White Engineering Company

One of the most important and unique cantilever truss bridges in the country is slated for demolition!

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Ledbetter Bridge
George Rogers Clark Memorial Bridge
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US-60 Over Tennessee River in Rural: McCracken County, Kentucky and Livingston County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,036 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: Unknown and Modjeski and Masters

This bridge was noted for its large and visually captivating through truss spans.

Twin Bridges (Northbound Bridge)
Bi-State Vietnam Gold Star Twin Bridges / John James Audubon Bridge
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US-41 Over Ohio River in Near Evansville: Henderson County, Kentucky and Vanderburgh County, Indiana, United States

Metal Cantilever 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,395 ft. Main Span: 720 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1932 By: Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Rieth-Riley Construction Company of Goshen, Indian and Modjeski and Masters

Designed by a noted engineering firm, this is an increasingly rare example of a landmark riveted cantilever truss bridge.

Thebes Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Mississippi River in Thebes: Alexander County, Illinois and Scott County, Missouri, United States

Metal Cantilever 22 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 3,817 ft. Main Span: 671 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1905 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Ralph Modjeski and Alfred Noble

This bridge is one of the most significant early large-scale cantilever truss bridges in the United States.

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Capac Road Bridge
Sparling Road Private Bridge
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Capac Road Over Belle River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This riveted truss bridge bridge was found sitting on private property.

MO-21 Meramec River Bridge
Tesson Ferry Road Bridge
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Tesson Ferry Road (MO-21) Over Meramec River in Concord: Jefferson County, Missouri and St. Louis County, Missouri, United States

Metal Continuous (Arch and Suspended Deck) 11 Panel Tied Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 648 ft. Main Span: 264 ft. Roadway: 46.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1940 By: Stupp Brothers Bridge and Iron Company of St. Louis, Missouri and Missouri State Highway Commission

This was the first bridge in the United States of this unusual continuous tied arch design.

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US-66 Meramec River Bridge
Times Beach Bridge
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Historic US-66 (Old Alignment) Over Meramec River in Times Beach: St. Louis County, Missouri, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,009 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: Frazier-Davis Construction Company of St. Louis, Missouri and Missouri State Highway Commission

Abandoned and at risk for demolition, this impressive bridge compose of plate girder and truss spans is additionally significant for its association for historic Route 66.

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Line 14 Bridge
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Line 14 Over Avon River in Rural: Perth County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a classic riveted pony truss bridge with a few minor alterations.

Meadowlily Road Bridge
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Meadowlily Road Over South Branch Thames River in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 285 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

London's most secluded truss bridge, this bridge was in poor condition, but is a beautiful structure and has since been rehabilitated for pedestrian use.

Church Street Bridge
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Church Street Over Trout Creek in St. Marys: Perth County, Ontario, Canada

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1884 By: James Clyde and James Elliot

This is a beautiful, restored 1880s two-span stone arch bridge that fits right into St. Marys, a town filled with historic stone buildings.

Strathroy Victoria Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Sydenham River in Strathroy: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Double-Truss, Single-Story Bailey Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Fabricated with British steel, this appears to be a vintage example of a Bailey truss bridge.

Trout Creek Railway Bridge
London Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Via Rail, Canadian National) Over Trout Creek, Timms Lane, and Widder Street in St. Marys: Perth County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 805 ft. Main Spans: 12

Built By: Unknown

This is one of two similar high level early 20th Century deck plate girder bridges resting on 1850s stone substructures in St. Marys.

13 Mile Road Private Bridge
Highbury Avenue Private Bridge
HSR

Private Trail Over Unnamed Creek in Rural: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a privately owned riveted truss bridge on some farmland.

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Hohman Avenue Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Chicago, Indianapolis, and Louisville) Over Grand Calumet River in Hammond: Lake County, Indiana, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Page) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 255 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is an extremely unusual bascule bridge, and an unexpected sight on the Grand Calumet River today.

Ashmun Street Bridge
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Ashmun Street (I-75 BS) Over Power Canal in Sault Ste Marie: Chippewa County, Michigan, United States

Metal Two-Hinged Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 257 ft. Main Span: 257 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Fry and Cain and Michigan State Highway Department

One of the most beautiful and rarest bridges in Michigan, this unique, massive trussed steel arch bridge provides an impressive clear span over the canal.

Umatilla Bridge
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I-82 (Eastbound) and US-295 Over Columbia River in Umatilla: Umatilla County, Oregon and Benton County, Washington, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin and Hanger Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,380 ft. Main Span: 600 ft. Roadway: 27.6 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1955 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Tudor Engineering Company of San Francisco, California

This distinctive bridge is noted for its unusual span arrangement which is more extensive than most cantilever truss bridges.

Great Falls Road Bridge
Collins River Bridge
HSR

Great Falls Road (TN-287), Over Collins River in Rural: Warren County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 655 ft. Main Span: 246 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and Nashville Bridge Company of Nashville, Tennessee and Eugene F. Falconnet

This bridge is noted for its variety of spans, and most importantly for its reused 1880s Parker truss of extremely unusual design.

Trammell Bridge
HSR

FL-20 (Blountstown Highway) Over Apalachicola River in Near Blountstown and Near Bristol: Calhoun County, Florida and Liberty County, Florida, United States

Metal Cantilever (Arched) 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 8,397 ft. Main Span: 280 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1938 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Allied Engineering Corporation

This was the first long-span truss bridge in Florida, and is also an early example nationwide of the arch cantilever truss bridge type.

Hal W. Adams Bridge
Mayo Bridge
HSR

FL-51 (Irvin Avenue) Over Suwannee River in Rural (Near Mayo): Lafayette County, Florida and Suwannee County, Florida, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 687 ft. Main Span: 420 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: L.J. and W.J. Cobb Construction Company of Tampa, Florida and Nashville Bridge Company of Nashville, Tennessee and Florida State Road Department

This unusual, relatively short-span suspension bridge is the only suspension bridge in Florida.

Kenova Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Ohio River and Various Streets and Railroad in South Point and Kenova: Wayne County, West Virginia and Lawrence County, Ohio, United States

Metal 16 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 4,000 ft. Main Span: 521 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Charles S. Churchill

As impressive as this massive bridge is, the story of how it was constructed is even more impressive.

12th Street Bridge
Ben M. Williamson Sr. Bridge
HSR

12th Street Over Ohio River in Coal Grove and Ashland: Boyd County, Kentucky and Lawrence County, Ohio, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,278 ft. Main Span: 739 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Unknown and John Edwin Greiner (J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois)

This large cantilever bridge is an impressive structure that appears to be well maintained.

Riegelsville Bridge
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Delaware Road Over Delaware River in Riegelsville: Warren County, New Jersey and Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 577 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1904 By: John A. Roebling Sons Company of Trenton, New Jersey

This multi-suspension-span bridge is a remarkable structure that is truly unique.

Roebling Bridge
Covington and Cincinnati Suspension Bridge
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Multiple Roads/Routes Over Ohio River in Cincinnati and Covington: Hamilton County, Ohio and Kenton County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Through Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 2,162 ft. Main Span: 1,057 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1866 By: John A. Roebling Sons Company of Trenton, New Jersey and John A. Roebling

One of the most historically significant suspension bridges in the country, this 1866 wonder was built by John Roebling!

Androscoggin Swinging Bridge
Brunswick-Topsham Swinging Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Androscoggin River in Brunswick and Topsham: Cumberland County, Maine, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Main Span: 332 ft. Roadway: 6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: John A. Roebling Sons Company of Trenton, New Jersey

This suspension foot bridge has been altered many times since it was built.

Beaty Bridge
HSR

Swilley Road (9th Drive) Over Alapahoochee River in Rural: Hamilton County, Florida, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Roanoke Bridge Company of Roanoke, Virginia

One of the oldest truss bridges in Florida, this bridge displays the distinctive and extremely unusual details of its builder.

Hillman Bridge
Ellaville Bridge
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US-90 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Suwannee River in Ellaville: Madison County, Florida and Suwannee County, Florida, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 916 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: R. H. H. Blackwell Company of East Aurora, New York

This truss bridge with a long concrete approach system was bypassed and abandoned, but left open to pedestrians.

Ellaville Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Seaboard Coast Line) Over Suwannee River in Ellaville: Madison County, Florida and Suwannee County, Florida, United States

Metal 7 Panel Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,093 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

A traditional riveted plate girder railroad bridge.

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Houlihan Bridge
James P. Houlihan Bridge
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GA-25 (Coastal Highway) Over Savannah River in Port Wentworth: Chatham County, Georgia, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,465 ft. Main Span: 240 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge has take a beating from trucks over the years, but remains a rare example of a highway truss swing bridge in Georgia.

Paces Ferry Road Bridge
Hermi's Bridge
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Paces Ferry Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Chattahoochee River in Atlanta: Fulton County, Georgia and Cobb County, Georgia, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 370 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1903 By: Cotton States Bridge Company of Atlanta Georgia

The only known documented example of a surviving bridge by the Cotton States Bridge Company, this bridge has been bypassed and preserved.

CSX Chattahoochee River Bridge
Seaboard Air Line Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Chattahoochee River in Atlanta: Fulton County, Georgia and Cobb County, Georgia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 940 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This railroad bridge with its pin-connected truss and riveted plate girder spans remains in use by trains today.

Market Street Bridge
HSR

Market Street Over Hogan's Creek in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Robert G. Lassiter and Company and Henry J. Klutho and Charles V. Imeson

This is one of a series of attractive bridges constructed under the direction of a noted architect as part of an improvement of Hogan's Creek.

Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street (US-1 and US-17) Over Hogan's Creek in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Robert G. Lassiter and Company and Henry J. Klutho and Charles V. Imeson

This is the centerpiece bridge of a series of attractive bridges constructed under the direction of a noted architect as part of an improvement of Hogan's Creek.

Liberty Street Bridge (Decorative Facing)
HSR

Liberty Street Over Hogan's Creek in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Robert G. Lassiter and Company and Henry J. Klutho and Charles V. Imeson

Originally one of a series of bridges over Hogan's Creek, this one was replaced, but the ornamental facing and railing was retained.

Laura Street Bridge
HSR

Laura Street Over Hogan's Creek in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 38 ft. Main Span: 19 ft. Roadway: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Robert G. Lassiter and Company and Henry J. Klutho and Charles V. Imeson

This is one of a series of attractive bridges constructed under the direction of a noted architect as part of an improvement of Hogan's Creek.

Henry J. Klutho Park Bridge South
Julia Street Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Former Julia Street) Over Hogan's Creek in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Span: 22 ft. Roadway: 58 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Robert G. Lassiter and Company and Henry J. Klutho and Charles V. Imeson

This is one of a series of attractive bridges constructed under the direction of a noted architect as part of an improvement of Hogan's Creek.

Henry J. Klutho Park Bridge North
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Hogan's Creek in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Robert G. Lassiter and Company and Henry J. Klutho and Charles V. Imeson

This is one of a series of attractive bridges constructed under the direction of a noted architect as part of an improvement of Hogan's Creek.

Confederate Park Bridge
Ocean Street Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Ocean Street) Over Hogan's Creek in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Robert G. Lassiter and Company and Henry J. Klutho and Charles V. Imeson

This is one of a series of attractive bridges constructed under the direction of a noted architect as part of an improvement of Hogan's Creek.

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Browns Bridge
HSR

Browns Bridge Road (GA-369) Over Lake Lanier (Chattahoochee River) in Rural: Forsyth County, Georgia and Hall County, Georgia, United States

Metal Continuous 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,372 ft. Main Span: 327 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1955 By: Unknown and Patchen and Zimmerman of Augusta Georgia

This is the largest of a couple similar through truss bridges constructed to accomodate the reservoir created by Buford Dam.

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Bolling Bridge
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Dawsonville Highway (GA-53) Over Lake Lanier (Chestatee River) in Rural: Forsyth County, Georgia and Hall County, Georgia, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 800 ft. Main Span: 244 ft. Roadway: 25.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1956 By: Unknown and Patchen and Zimmerman of Augusta Georgia

This is the smaller of a couple similar through truss bridges constructed to accomodate the reservoir created by Buford Dam.

Lanier Bridge
HSR

Dawsonville Highway (GA-53 Westbound) Over Lake Lanier (Chattahoochee River) in Gainesville: Hall County, Georgia, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,216 ft. Main Span: 260 ft. Roadway: 25.6 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1956 By: Unknown

One of a number of original bridges built to accommodate the reservoirs created by the construction of Buford Dam.

Longstreet Bridge
General James Longstreet Memorial Bridge
HSR

Cleveland Highway (US-129 and GA-11) Over Lake Lanier (Chattahoochee River) in Gainesville: Hall County, Georgia, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 824 ft. Main Span: 153 ft. Roadway: 25.6 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1957 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Patchen and Zimmerman of Augusta Georgia

This unusual continuous plate girder with its distinctive arched girders won an award from the American Institute of Steel Construction for beauty.

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Rogers Bridge
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Pipeline (Abandoned Rogers Bridge Road) Over Chattahoochee River in Johns Creek: Fulton County, Georgia and Gwinnett County, Georgia, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Span: 225 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Roanoke Bridge Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This former highway bridge today carries only a large pipeline on its deck.

Settles Bridge
HSR

Settles Bridge Road (Abandoned) Over Chattahoochee River in Suwanee: Forsyth County, Georgia and Gwinnett County, Georgia, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 175 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Even though this bridge is located in a National Recreation Area, this beautiful bridge has been abandoned and allowed to deteriorate.

Savannah Footbridge East
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Pedestrian Walkway Over River Street Access (Abercorn Ramp) in Savannah: Chatham County, Georgia, United States

Metal Lattice Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of three unique historic European-style lattice girder foot bridges in Savannah, this one is noted for what appears to be cast iron floor beams.

Savannah Footbridge Middle
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Drayton Ramp in Savannah: Chatham County, Georgia, United States

Metal Lattice Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of three unique historic European-style lattice girder foot bridges in Savannah, this one is noted for a lack of alteration.

Savannah Footbridge West
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Drayton Ramp in Savannah: Chatham County, Georgia, United States

Metal Lattice Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of three unique historic European-style lattice girder foot bridges in Savannah, this one is noted for its deck girders and ornamentation.

Simon Kenton Memorial Bridge
Maysville - Aberdeen Bridge
HSR

Business US-62 and US-68 Over Ohio River and Various Streets in Maysville and Aberdeen: Mason County, Kentucky and Brown County, Ohio, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,866 ft. Main Span: 1,060 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: John A. Roebling Sons Company of Trenton, New Jersey and Modjeski and Masters

This beautiful bridge and work of famous engineers Modjeski and Masters is also one of the few surviving suspension bridges on the Ohio River

Market Street Bridge
Chief John Ross Bridge
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Market Street (US-27) Over Tennessee River in Chattanooga: Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,895 ft. Main Span: 359 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Toledo Bridge and Crane Company of Toledo, Ohio and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois and John Edwin Greiner (J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois)

One of the largest bascule bridges ever constructed, this is also a rare movable arch bridge.

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Frank J. Wood Bridge
Green Bridge
HSR

US-201 (Main Street) Over Androscoggin River in Brunswick and Topsham: Cumberland County, Maine, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 815 ft. Main Span: 310 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

With a relatively long central span and an unusual design that is skewed at one pier only, this bridge is also extremely busy.

Walnut Street Bridge
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Walnut Street Over Tennessee River in Chattanooga: Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,370 ft. Main Span: 320 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1891 By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio and Edwin Thacher

One of the most signficant landmark bridges in the country is this awe-inspiring bridge with ornate details.

Myrtle Avenue Bridge
HSR

Myrtle Avenue Over McCoy Creek in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 39 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 39.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown and T. B. Carrick

With its unusual railing which was used on a few area bridges, this small t-beam bridge was evaluated as historic.

I-95 Myrtle Avenue Bridge
HSR

I-95 Over Railroad (Myrtle Avenue and Railroad) in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,431 ft. Main Span: 386 ft. Roadway: 79.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This unusual bridge today squeezed in between other newer bridges is the only steel arch bridge in Florida.

Mathews Bridge
John E. Mathews Bridge
HSR

Arlington Expressway (FL-10A) Over St. Johns River in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 7,376 ft. Main Span: 810 ft. Roadway: 49 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1953 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Reynolds, Smith and Hills of Jacksonville, Florida

This large cantilever truss bridge with an extensive approach approach system is a rare example of its kind in Florida.

Hart Bridge
Isaiah David Hart Bridge / The Green Monster
HSR

US-1 Alternate (FL-228, Commodore Point Expressway) Over St. Johns River in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Metal Continuous (Arch and Suspended Deck) Bolt-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,844 ft. Main Span: 1,088 ft. Roadway: 55.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1967 By: Allied Structural Steel Company of Chicago, Illinois and Sverdrup and Parcel of St. Louis, Missouri

This bridge is a very late example of its type, but is rare in the context of Florida, and also notable as part of area expressway development.

Central of Georgia 1853 Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Central of Georgia) Over Savannah – Ogeechee Barge Canal and West Boundary Street in Savannah: Chatham County, Georgia, United States

Brick Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 37.7 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1853 By: Unknown

This is the older of two rare brick arch bridges, and is also significant as a surviving bridge pre-dating the Civil War.

Main Street Bridge
John T. Alsop Jr. Bridge
HSR

Main Street (US-1) Over St. Johns River in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,680 ft. Main Span: 365 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio

Designed with aesthetic appearance in mind, this is the largest vertical lift bridge in Florida.

Jacksonville Railroad Bridge
FEC Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Florida East Coast) Over St. Johns River in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,456 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This is an outstanding example of a Strauss heel-trunnion bascule bridge and also includes a variety of truss and plate girder approach spans.

University Boulevard Bridge
HSR

University Boulevard (FL-109) Over Arlington Expressway (FL-10A) in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 196 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 55.8 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1952 By: Unknown

This is an early and attractive looking example of a highway overpass that survives in an unaltered condition.

Old Mulberry Bridge
HSR

Quarter Road (Private) Over Elk River in Rural: Lincoln County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Bedstead Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 170 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

One of the earliest works of the American Bridge Company, this bridge is noted for its unique half-bedstead approach spans.

Little Norris Creek Bridge
HSR

Private Driveway Over Little Norris Creek in Rural: Lincoln County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This uncommon example of a steel stringer bridge with lattice railings serves a private driveway.

Hobbs Bridge
HSR

Curtis Road (J. D. Suggs Road) Over Elk River in Rural: Lincoln County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 304 ft. Main Span: 199 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Unknown

This rare pin-connected Baltimore highway truss was bypassed and abandoned, with its approach spans removed.

Paint Rock River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Paint Rock River in Rural: Jackson County, Alabama, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This is a traditional railroad through truss bridge.

Mentone Bridge
HSR

AL-117 Over West Fork Little River in Mentone: DeKalb County, Alabama, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 127 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is small but an attractive looking concrete arch bridge.

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Herron Avenue Bridge
HSR

Herron Avenue Over Lowries Run in Emsworth: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

A traditionally composed example of a highway plate girder bridge.

Port Credit Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Go, Canadian National) Over Credit River in Mississauga: Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Inverted Bowstring Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 269 ft. Main Span: 173 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This bridge's extremely unusual design gives it a very high level of heritage significance.

Buffalo Valley Railway Bridge
Tennessee Central Caney Fork River Bridge
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Railroad (Nashville and Eastern) Over Caney Fork River in Buffalo Valley: Smith County, Tennessee and Putnam County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 640 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown and Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

The swing span of this bridge was replaced in 1907, but the original approach spans from an earlier year remain.

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Martha Gallatin Bridge
Veterans Memorial Bridge
HSR

TN-109 Over Cumberland River in Gallatin: Wilson County, Tennessee and Sumner County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,373 ft. Main Span: 317 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1954 By: Unknown

This was one of only a few bridges in the state of this highly unusual continuous truss design.

Barren Fork River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Caney Fork and Western) Over Barren Fork River in McMinnville: Warren County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 380 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is an uncommon example of a multi-span railroad pony truss bridge.

Wilkes T. Thrasher Bridge
HSR

TN-153 Over Tennessee River (Chickamauga Dam) in Chattanooga: Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Rigid-Frame, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,374 ft. Main Span: 192 ft. Roadway: 59 ft. Main Spans: 18

Built 1954 By: Unknown

This large bridge is significant for being built on top of a 1936 dam, and also for its use of rare steel rigid-frame spans.

Chickamauga Dam Access Road Bridge
North Channel Greenway Drive Bridge
HSR

North Channel Greenway Drive (Chickamauga Dam Access Road) Over North Chickamauga Creek in Chattanooga: Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Continuous Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 202 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This bridge serves an access road for the Chickamauga Dam, and was built at the same time as the dam.

Five Points Norfolk Southern Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over South Chickamauga Creek in Chattanooga: Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 450 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge retains a historic truss main span, but the approach spans have been replaced.

Old Stone Fort Bridge
HSR

Camp Ground Lane Over Duck River in Manchester: Coffee County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 261 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Joliet Bridge and Iron Company of Joliet, Illinois

Relocated here many years ago, this bridge is notable for its builder and ornamental portal bracing.

Ellis Cove Road Bridge
HSR

Ellis Cove Road Over Battle Creek in Rural: Marion County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This historic truss bridge was bypassed and abandoned, but sadly not before its owner had made a bunch of strange and unsightly alterations to the bridge.

Great Falls Dam Bridge
HSR

Great Falls Dam Road Over Caney Fork River in Rural: Warren County, Tennessee and White County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 782 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 27

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This steel stringer bridge with lattice railing was built as an integral part of a dam.

Bridge of Lions
Matanzas River Highway Bridge
HSR

FL-A1A (Cathedral Place, Anastasia Boulevard) Over Matanzas River (Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway) in St. Augustine: St. Johns County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Cantilever Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,545 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia and John Edwin Greiner (J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois)

This well-known bascule bridge with its beautiful design and long approach system was rehabilitated with a focus on appearance and function.

Ortega River Bridge
HSR

FL-211 (San Juan Avenue and Grand Avenue) Over Ortega River (McGirts Creek) in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,143 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: American Bascule Bridge Company of Pensacola, Florida and A. Bentley and Sons of Toledo, Ohio and T. B. Carrick

This very small double leaf bascule span has a very long series of low-level approach spans.

Ortega River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Ortega River (McGirts Creek) in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Length: 560 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This is a small plate girder rolling lift bascule span.

Amelia River Railroad Bridge
Seaboard Air Line Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (First Coast Railroad) Over Amelia River in Rural: Nassau County, Florida, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 365 ft. Main Span: 235 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This nice looking railroad through truss swing bridge is a rarity in the local area.

St. Marys River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (First Coast Railroad) Over St. Marys River in Rural: Nassau County, Florida and Camden County, Georgia, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 450 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and A. Bentley and Sons of Toledo, Ohio

At a casual glance this may look like it only has fixed plate girder spans, but it does include a swing span.

George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Abandoned Alignment of FL-A1A, Heckscher Drive) Over Nassau Sound in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida and Nassau County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,413 ft. Main Span: 174 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: Unknown

This swing bridge and its long approach system was bypassed and preserved as a fishing pier and pedestrian walkway.

Beaufort Bridge
Richard V. Woods Memorial Bridge
HSR

US-21 Business (Carteret Street, Sea Island Parkway) Over Beaufort River in Beaufort: Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,290 ft. Main Span: 248 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1960 By: Unknown

A late but regionally uncommon example of a metal truss bridge, this swing bridge carries a lot of traffic.

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US-21 Harbor River Bridge
HSR

Sea Island Parkway (US-21) Over Harbor River in Rural: Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,851 ft. Main Span: 172 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Virginia Bridge Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This is a rare surviving example of a historic metal truss bridge in South Carolina.

Tennessee River Railroad Bridge
Tennbridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern, Cincinnati Southern) Over Tennessee River in Chattanooga: Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

A good example of a vertical lift truss bridge for railroad use.

Pearl City Bridge
HSR

Dyer Road Over Elk River in Rural: Lincoln County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge contrasts common forms of historic truss bridges.

Henderson Drive Railroad Overpass
21st Street Underpass
HSR

Railroad (Baltimore and Ohio) Over Henderson Drive (OH-611) in Lorain: Lorain County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This railroad overpass has some aesthetic design to it.

West Liberty Bridge
HSR

CR-225 (Liberty East Road) Over Alum Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1876 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge shows evidence that it may have been relocated here from a more urban location long ago.

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I-94 / I-69 Black River Bridge
HSR

I-69 / I-94 Over Black River and Riverside Drive in Port Huron: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 766 ft. Main Span: 146 ft. Roadway: 56.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1950 By: Fry and Cain / Walter Toebe Company and Michigan State Highway Department

Predating the interstate highway system, this bridge was a rare Michigan example of a cantilevered plate girder with a suspended span.

Poplar Neck Road Bridge
HSR

Poplar Neck Road Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This is an unusual non-standard bridge with attractive railings.

Viaduct Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Viaduct Avenue in Downingtown: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a narrow stone arch overpass.

Eddy Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern and RTA Rapid Transit) Over Eddy Road in East Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio and A. J. Hines

One of several surviving rare steel plate girder arch overpasses in East Cleveland, all built by the noteworthy King Bridge Company.

Elsinore Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern and RTA Rapid Transit) Over Elsinore Avenue in East Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio and A. J. Hines

One of several surviving rare steel plate girder arch overpasses in East Cleveland, all built by the noteworthy King Bridge Company.

Coit Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern and RTA Rapid Transit) Over Coit Avenue in East Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio and A. J. Hines

One of several surviving rare steel plate girder arch overpasses in East Cleveland, all built by the noteworthy King Bridge Company.

Collamer Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern and RTA Rapid Transit) Over Collamer Avenue in East Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio and A. J. Hines

One of several surviving rare steel plate girder arch overpasses in East Cleveland, all built by the noteworthy King Bridge Company.

Doan Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern and RTA Rapid Transit) Over Doan Avenue in East Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 69 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio and A. J. Hines

One of several surviving rare steel plate girder arch overpasses in East Cleveland, all built by the noteworthy King Bridge Company.

Holyoke Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern and RTA Rapid Transit) Over Holyoke Avenue in East Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio and A. J. Hines

One of several surviving rare steel plate girder arch overpasses in East Cleveland, all built by the noteworthy King Bridge Company.

Lakefront Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern and RTA Rapid Transit) Over Lakefront Avenue in East Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio and A. J. Hines

One of several surviving rare steel plate girder arch overpasses in East Cleveland, all built by the noteworthy King Bridge Company.

Hayden Avenue Railroad Overpass
Eddy Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Hayden Avenue (Eddy Road) in East Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

One of a couple concrete arch railroad overpasses in this neighborhood.

Lakefront Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Lakefront Avenue in East Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

One of a couple concrete arch railroad overpasses in this neighborhood.

Lake Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Amtrak) Over Lake Avenue in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This bridge has a unique cast iron encasement that makes it one of the most beautiful existing examples of cast iron ornamentation on a bridge.

Euclid Avenue Railroad Overpass
55th Street Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Conrail) Over Euclid Avenue and 55th Street in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 5

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This plate girder was originally built with ornamental cast iron coping and cast iron encasement for the columns, but just one lonley cast iron column remains today.

Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (RTA Rapid Transit) Over Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad overpass has attractive railings as well as attractive riveted, curved details on the fascia girders.

Vermilion Bridge
HSR

Liberty Avenue (US-6) Over Vermilion River in Vermilion: Erie County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 246 ft. Main Span: 240 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Ohio State Highway Department

This is an increasingly rare example of a state standard design riveted through truss in Ohio.

John Bright Number 1 Iron Bridge
Havensport Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Fetters Run in Lancaster: Fairfield County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Inverted Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Hocking Valley Bridge Works of Lancaster, Ohio

This amazing bridge is the only known all-metal inverted bowstring through truss.

Blackhand Gorge Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Pedestrian Walkway Over Claylick Creek in Rural: Licking County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected A-Frame Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 43 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Unknown

This unusual bridge may be the only one of its kind in the entire country!

Rocky Fork Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Springer Road Over Ohio Brush Creek in Rural: Highland County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 11 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This rare and classic 1870s cast and wrought iron bowstring truss is long abandoned and needs to be relocated and preserved!

Lock One Park Bridge
Blackhoof Street Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Miami and Erie Canal in New Bremen: Auglaize County, Ohio, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 8 Panel Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 58 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 7.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1864 By: David H. Morrison (Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio)

This incredible cast iron bowstring is among the oldest metal bridges in the country and documents the start of a bridge company that was always thinking outside the box.

Mallaham Bridge
HSR

TR-M-6 Over Riley Creek in Rural: Putnam County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1876 By: David H. Morrison (Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio)

This fascinating bridge is the only bowstring of this design by the Columbia Bridge Works, and it features the unusual design traits of its builder.

Egypt Pike Bridge
New Holland Bridge
HSR

Egypt Pike Over Mud Run in New Holland: Pickaway County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1876 By: Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio

This is the least altered of only a few surviving examples of the exceedingly unusual bowstrings built by Champion Bridge Company.

Old Town Creek Bridge - North
HSR

Private Driveway Over Old Town Creek in Xenia: Greene County, Ohio, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio

One of only three bowstrings surviving by this company, this bridge is in an interesting setting right next to a bowstring by a different builder!

Old Town Creek Bridge - South
HSR

Private Driveway Over Old Town Creek in Xenia: Greene County, Ohio, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This rare bowstring truss bridge is in an interesting setting right next to an even more rare bowstring by a different builder!

North Creek Bridge
TR-18A Bridge
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TR-18A Over North Powell Creek in North Creek: Putnam County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio

This is an early and unaltered Columbia Bridge Works pony truss, and it has the unusual designs associated with the company.

Lofton Henderson Memorial Bridge
21st Street Bridge
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Henderson Drive (OH-611) Over Black River in Lorain: Lorain County, Ohio, United States

Metal Cantilever (Arched) 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,704 ft. Main Span: 390 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1939 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Wilbur J. Watson and Associates of Cleveland, Ohio

This bridge breaks away from traditional period designs and defines its own unique visual and structural design, unlike any other bridge.

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Leet Street Bridge
Oliver Bridge
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Leet Street Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Leetsdale: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

One of the oldest truss bridges in the county, this bridge has unusual design details.

Rockingham Bridge
Whispering Pines Road Bridge
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Whispering Pines Road (TR-712) Over Dark Shade Creek in Rural (Reitz): Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 57 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio

An extremely rare example of the unusual designs that the Columbia Bridge Works employed.

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Layton Bridge
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Layton Road Over Youghiogheny River in Near Layton: Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Combination (Half-Deck/Through) Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 911 ft. Main Span: 181 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1899 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works)

This bridge is half deck and half through truss, but its setting and the tunnel next to it truly define what makes this bridge special.

Ohio Connecting Railroad Bridge
Brunot Island Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Ohio River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 4,548 ft. Main Span: 525 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1915 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

Constructed with innovative methods, this is a very long bridge with a record-breaking rivet-connected truss span.

George Westinghouse Bridge
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US-30 (Historic Lincoln Highway) Over Turtle Creek, Railroad, Tri Boro Expressway, and Braddock Avenue in East Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,524 ft. Main Span: 460 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1931 By: Booth and Flinn Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

This enormous and famous bridge had the longest concrete arch span in the world when first built.

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Dorlans Mill Bridge
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Dorlans Mill Road (PA-4019) Over East Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This 1930s steel stringer bridge retains its original concrete railings.

CR-21 Bridge
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CR-21 Over Great Miami River in Rural: Logan County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 143 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

Many locals appear to be unaware that this is a rare, early and noteworthy example of an iron Whipple truss bridge.

Brilliant Suspension Bridge
Doukhobor Suspension Bridge
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Brilliant Road (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Kootenay River in Brilliant: Central Kootenay District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 28 Panel Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Main Span: 331 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Local Doukhobor Workers and Cartwright, Matheson, and Company of Vancouver, British Columbia

This former highway bridge was bypassed by a newer bridge many years ago and more recently has been rehabilitated for pedestrian use.

Rattlesnake Creek Driveway Bridge
Cairo Driveway Bridge
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Private Driveway Over Rattlesnake Creek in Cairo: Allen County, Ohio, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Span: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: East Iron and Machine Company of Lima, Ohio

This small bridge is noteworthy because it is known who built it, and the builder is one whose bridge work is not well documented.

Mill Road Bridge
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Mill Road (TR-385) Over Greenville Creek in Gettysburg: Darke County, Ohio, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 137 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

Featuring the unusual pipe-based portal bracing associated with its builder, this rare Whipple truss is preserved for pedestrian use.

Gilboa Bridge
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CR-13 Over Blanchard River in Gilboa: Putnam County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 139 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This classic Wrought Iron Bridge Company through truss has been preserved in place for pedestrian use.

Fulton Farms Bridge
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Ebberts Road Over Lost Creek in Rural: Miami County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio

This cast and wrought iron bridge appears to be one of the oldest surviving Pratt truss bridges built by this bridge company.

Fisher Road Bridge
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Fisher Road Over Ottawa River in Rural: Allen County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Continuous Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 89 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is an unusual variable depth concrete girder, and appears to be unlike any surviving concrete girder bridge in Ohio.

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Lincoln Highway Bridge
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Lincoln Highway (Historic Lincoln Highway) Over Pike Run in Rural: Allen County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This bridge was located on a former alignment of the historic Lincoln Highway.

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Ream Road Bridge
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Ream Road Over Wrestle Creek in Rural: Allen County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This was a small example of a concrete curved girder.

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Hook-Waltz Road Girder Bridge
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Hook-Waltz Road Over Little Cranberry Creek in Rural: Allen County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Pandora Cement Block Company

This was a tiny concete girder bridge that retained good historic integrity.

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Hook-Waltz Road Truss Bridge
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Hook-Waltz Road Over Sugar Creek in Rural: Allen County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 58 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This pony truss was unusual due to its decorative finials uncommon both on pony trusses, and any truss from the rivet-connected era.

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Rarden Bridge
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OH-73 (Main Street) Over Rarden Creek in Rarden: Scioto County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of the longest spanning examples of a concrete curved girder in Ohio.

Russells Point Bridge
Sandy Beach Amusement Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Indian Lake Harbor in Russells Point: Logan County, Ohio, United States

Metal Continuous (Arched) Rivet-Connected Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This highly unusual pedestrian truss bridge is a remnant of a long-lost amusement park.

Muchinippi Creek Bridge
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Abandoned Farm Access Over Muchinippi Creek in Near New Hampshire: Auglaize County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This abandoned and deteriorated truss bridge is collapsing under the weight of a heavy concrete deck.

Waco Suspension Bridge
Bridge Street Bridge
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Bridge Street Over Brazos River in Waco: McLennan County, Texas, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 475 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1870 By: John A. Roebling Sons Company of Trenton, New Jersey and Thomas M. Griffith

Mostly rebuilt in 1914, retaining a few portions of the previous 1870 bridge, this magnificent structure is a preserved Waco landmark and an important historic bridge.

US-62 Cumberland River Bridge
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US-62 Over Cumberland River in Grand Rivers: Livingston County, Kentucky and Lyon County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Cantilever (Arched) 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,467 ft. Main Span: 350 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1952 By: Unknown

This bridge is an example of a rare variation of a cantilever truss noted for its arch-like shape.

Old OH-12 Bridge
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Old OH-12 Over Ottawa River in Rural: Putnam County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 230 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: Swisher - Fosnaugh

This is a traditional concrete arch bridge that is in a rural location and is unaltered.

Covington Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Stillwater River in Covington: Miami County, Ohio, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1906 By: Unknown

Buried in the woods is this rare skewed stone arch bridge and has a large span length among stone arch bridges in Ohio.

Ariel-Foundation Park Bridge
Mill Road Wakatomika Creek Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Park Lagoon in Mt. Vernon: Knox County, Ohio, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1876 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Relocated and preserved, this is one of the only bowstrings by this builder that uses Phoenix columns instead of keystone-style columns.

Klump Road Bridge
Old Town Creek Preserve Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Oldtown Creek in Logan: Hocking County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Motherwell Iron and Steel Company of Logan, Ohio

This relocated and preserved bridge is a rare surviving example of a bridge built by this builder.

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Rushville US-22 Bridge
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US-22 (Cincinnati Zanesville Road) Over Little Rush Creek and Railroad (Conrail) in Near Rushville: Fairfield County, Ohio, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 515 ft. Main Span: 214 ft. Roadway: 33.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1959 By: Unknown

This uncommon continuous truss with cantilevered end spans was replaced even though it was in good condition.

Rushville Bridge
HSR

CR-77 (Rushville Road) Over Little Rush Creek and Railroad (Conrail) in Near Rushville: Fairfield County, Ohio, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is a small deck truss bridge that is hard to photograph.

Blue Creek Road Driveway Bridge
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Private Driveway Over South Fork Scioto Brush Creek in Rural: Adams County, Ohio, United States

Metal Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an unusual plate girder bridge noted for its curved top chord.

Higginsport Bridge
HSR

Big Run Road Over White Oak Creek in Higginsport: Brown County, Ohio, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 176 ft. Main Span: 176 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

This abandoned and overgrown bridge is an excellent example of a Whipple truss built by a notable Ohio company.

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Old IN-158 Bridge
Lawrence County Bridge 100
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Old IN-158 Over Salt Creek in Rural: Lawrence County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 97 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1876 By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

This may be one of the oldest surviving metal bridges in the country built by Smith Bridge Company.

Garners Ford Bridge
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Garners Ford Road (CR-37) Over Raccoon Creek in Rural: Gallia County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 182 ft. Main Span: 137 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This classic Pratt truss bridge was overlooked by the historic bridge inventory because of a simple typo, and may be the work of Smith Bridge Company.

Big Sandy Junction Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Big Sandy River and US-60 in Catlettsburg and Kenova: Boyd County, Kentucky and Wayne County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,465 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1943 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This riveted truss bridge has approach spans which were built later in the 1950s by the American Bridge Company.

Old OH-522 Bridge
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Old OH-522 (CR-10A) Over Pine Creek in Rural: Lawrence County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This uncommon multi-span pin-connected pony truss is also a very old example of a traditional pin-connected pony truss.

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Youngs Bridge
Old OH-73 Bridge
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Old OH-73 (TR-79, Laurel Fork Road) Over Dry Run in Youngs: Scioto County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This bridge only served a couple houses on a dead-end road and would have been a better candidate for rehab instead of replacement.

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New Hope Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over White Oak Creek in New Hope: Brown County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Lomas Forge and Bridge Works of Cincinnati, Ohio

This abandoned bridge is a rare surviving truss by this Cincinnati bridge builder, which was later called the Brackett Bridge Company.

NX Bridge
Annie Bridge, Bridge 8.04
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Railroad (Conrail) Over Passaic River in Newark and Harrison: Essex County, New Jersey and Hudson County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 440 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

Kept in its raised position, this is an abandoned but noteworthy example of a Strauss heel-trunnion bascule bridge.

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CR-550 West Bridge
Hendricks County Bridge 272
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CR-550 West Over Railroad (Conrail) in Rural: Hendricks County, Indiana, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1907 By: Unknown

This bridge is an early and somewhat unusual example of its kind.

Little Conemaugh River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Conemaugh and Black Lick Railroad) Over Little Conemaugh River in Johnstown: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 280 ft. Main Span: 280 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works)

This railroad bridge both has an impressive and attractive appearance.

Little Conemaugh River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Little Conemaugh River in Johnstown: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 215 ft. Main Span: 215 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Cambria Steel of Johnstown, Pennsylvania (Cambria Iron Works of Johnstown, Pennsylvania)

This railroad bridge with its heavy skew was built by the steel company which is such a major part of Johnstown history.

Stone Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern, Former Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Conemaugh River, PA-56, and Iron Street in Johnstown: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 580 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1888 By: Alexander G. Sparks and Shipley W. Evans of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and William H. Brown

Not only is this stone bridge, which was later altered with concrete on one side, it is noted for its skewed design, engineer, and involvement with the 1889 Johnstown Flood.

McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge
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PA-2114 Over Monogahela River and Railroad (Conrail) in Duquesne and McKeesport: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,252 ft. Main Span: 382 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

This is a large and late pin-connected through truss that has both Pratt and Parker truss spans.

Washington Crossing Bridge
40th Street Bridge
HSR

40th Street (PA-2124) Over Allegheny River and Various Railroads, Streets, and Trails in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,432 ft. Main Span: 380 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1924 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

Including several decorative elements, the structure of this steel arch bridge even on its own would be graceful and beautiful.

Swindell Bridge
East Street Bridge
HSR

North Charles Steet (Essen Street) Over I-279 (Parkway North) and East Street in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever Multiple-Type-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,097 ft. Main Span: 545 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh Department of Public Works

This magnificent bridge sweeps over the valley and today is a gateway icon for travelers entering or leaving the downtown Pittsburgh area.

Jerome Street Bridge
HSR

George Lysle Boulevard (5th Avenue, PA-2094) Over Youghiogheny River and Railroad in McKeesport: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Two-Hinged Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 761 ft. Main Span: 455 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

This striking bridge is one of only a few known crescent arch bridges in North America.

Franklin Street Bridge
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Franklin Street (PA-3055) Over Stonycreek River in Johnstown: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 236 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Roadway: 38.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This 1930s bridge is part of the downtown Johnstown historic district.

Krings Bridge
HSR

Kring Street (Soap Hollow Road, PA-4041) Over Stonycreek River in Krings (Near Johnstown): Cambria County, Pennsylvania and Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 213 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1937 By: Guy Trimpey and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

One of a couple uncommon multi-span pony truss bridges near Johnstown.

Bridge Street Bridge
Ferndale Avenue Bridge
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Bridge Street (Ferndale Avenue, PA-403) Over Stonycreek River in Johnstown and Ferndale: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 237 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Roadway: 34.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Sheesley and Janney and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

A State Highway Department standard plan truss bridge is part of a beautiful collection of bridges in Johnstown.

Riverside Bridge
Eisenhower Boulevard Bridge
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Eisenhower Boulevard (PA-2006) Over Stonycreek River in Ferndale and Riverside: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 232 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1937 By: Altoona Construction Corporation of Altoona, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

One of a couple uncommon multi-span pony truss bridges near Johnstown.

Sciotoville Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Ohio River in Sciotoville and Siloam: Scioto County, Ohio and Greenup County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Continuous 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,463 ft. Main Span: 775 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1916 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Gustav Lindenthal and David Steinman

Designed by noted engineers Gustav Lindenthal and David Steinman, this massive, prototypical continuous truss bridge once held a record for length.

Metcalf Street Bridge
Dixie Highway Bridge
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Metcalf Street (Dixie Highway) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Lima: Allen County, Ohio, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 538 ft. Main Span: 308 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This awe-inspiring massive membered bridge has a mighty skew to it!

Panther Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Panther Creek in Rural: Miami County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is an ancient, extremely rare bridge that had been serving as a bridge for a private driveway but is now bypassed.

Owens Road Bridge
HSR

Owens Road Over Panther Creek in Rural: Miami County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

This ca. 1885 bridge displays the distinctive design details of a bridge built by the Smith Bridge Company.

Point Pleasant - Kanauga Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Ohio River in Kanauga and Point Pleasant: Gallia County, Ohio and Mason County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,925 ft. Main Span: 420 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1908 By: Unknown

This bridge features several Parker truss spans and a Pennsylvania truss channel span.

Depot Street Bridge
Beachy Street Bridge
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Depot Street (TR-805) Over Casselman River in Salisbury: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Horseheads Bridge Company of Horseheads, New York

Noteworthy for association with an uncommon builder, this bridge features ornate knee bracing.

Hickory Street Bridge
Carlton Lee Haselrig Bridge
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Hickory Street Over Stonycreek River in Johnstown: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 236 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This 1930s bridge does not follow the Pennsylvania Highway Department Parker plan often found in the state during this period.

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River Street Bridge
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River Street Over Nonquon River in Seagrave: Durham Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small Warren pony truss on a quiet road.

St. Johns Bridge
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US-30 Bypass (Philadelphia Avenue) Over Willamette River in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,609 ft. Main Span: 1,207 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: Wallace Bridge and Structural Steel Company of Seattle, Washington and Robinson and Steinman of New York, New York

This iconic bridge is one of the most beautiful suspension bridges in the country.

Erie Avenue Bridge
Charles Berry Bascule Bridge
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Erie Avenue (US-6) Over Black River in Lorain: Lorain County, Ohio, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,053 ft. Main Span: 330 ft. Roadway: 47 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and Wilbur J. Watson and Associates of Cleveland, Ohio

This graceful bascule bridge was noted for its very large span length when completed.

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Oldham Bridge
HSR

Crumb Road (TR-816) Over Clear Shade Creek in Rural: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown

Lots of taxpayer dollars were used to replace this extremely rural bridge mainly for the benefit of a single private business.

Philson Bridge
HSR

County Bridge Road (TR-713) Over Wills Creek in Rural: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small but nice looking pony truss with interesting rigid floor beam attachments.

Keystone Viaduct
Western Maryland Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Great Allegheny Passage Rail-Trail) Over Railroad (CSX), PA-2006 (Glade City Road), and Flaugherty Creek in Rural: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 910 ft. Main Span: 240 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

Crossing a variety of features, the highlight of this bridge is the massive truss span over a railroad line.

Bethlehem Steel Company Foot Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Conemaugh River in Johnstown: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 290 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Only one of the two spans of this foot bridge is historic, dating to when Bethlehem Steel Company constructed a new bridge for its workers.

Big Hickory Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Caney Fork and Western) Over Big Hickory Creek in McMinnville: Warren County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This rare pin-connected Warren truss bridge had a third riveted truss added in between the trusses long ago.

Jenkinsburg Bridge
Bull Run Bridge
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Mt. Nebo - Bull Run Road (CR-14-4) Over Cheat River in Rural: Preston County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 224 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A stunning bridge in a stunning setting, and a popular destination for locals, this bridge rewards all who undertake the adventurous drive to this bridge.

Rockville Mt. Nebo Road Bridge
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Rockville - Mt. Nebo Road (CR-14) Over Big Sandy Creek in Rural: Preston County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 149 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This beautiful truss bridge is deteriorated and appears sadly to be an example of how steel bridges do not weather as nicely as wrought iron.

Central Avenue Bridge
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Central Avenue (PA-403) Over Stonycreek River in Johnstown: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 265 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 40.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1917 By: Unknown

This concrete arch bridge has been altered, but is an increasingly uncommon example of its type in the area.

Thurmond Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) and CR-25-2 Over New River in Rural: Fayette County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 827 ft. Main Span: 226 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown

Leading to a preserved ghost town, this unusual railroad bridge also has a one-lane vehicular roadway cantilevered off of the side of the bridge.

Prince Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over New River in Rural: Fayette County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 708 ft. Main Span: 228 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1899 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works)

This attractive railroad bridge is noted for its skew

Sutton Bridge
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CR-19-40 (2nd Street) Over Elk River in Sutton: Braxton County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 369 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

With its combination of through and pony truss spans, this bridge is a great demonstration of a state-designed truss bridge in West Virginia.

Old Main Street Bridge
Old Woman Run Bridge
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Main Street (Sutton Dam Road, CR-19-27) Over Old Woman Run in Rural: Braxton County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This historic truss bridge was left standing after it was replaced by a culvert.

New River Gorge Bridge
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US-19 (Mountaineer Expressway) Over New River in Fayetteville: Fayette County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 14 Panel Two-Hinged Braced Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,031 ft. Main Span: 1,700 ft. Roadway: 67.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1977 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Michael Baker Jr. Inc.

Although of structurally modern design, this bridge gained a listing in the National Register of Historic Places due to its record-breaking span length.

Fayette Station Bridge
Tunney Hunsaker Bridge
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CR-82 (Fayette Station Road) Over New River in Fayetteville: Fayette County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 421 ft. Main Span: 279 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

Nearly all of this historic bridge was replaced with modern materials that aside from the use of bolts, closely resemble the original bridge materials.

Rochester Beaver Bridge
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PA-51 (Pennsylvania Avenue) Over Beaver River, Railroad (Norfolk Southern), and PA-65 in Rochester and Beaver: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever 17 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 993 ft. Main Span: 365 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1963 By: Pittsburgh - Des Moines Steel Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

Configured as two parallel superstructures on a shared substructure, this is a later but increasing rare example of a deck cantilever truss bridge.

Monaca - East Rochester Bridge
East Rochester Monaca Bridge
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PA-51 (Pennsylvania Avenue) Over Ohio River and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Monaca and East Rochester: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,037 ft. Main Span: 730 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1959 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Michael Baker Jr. Inc.

Later examples of cantilever truss bridges such as this bridge are becoming increasingly rare and historically significant as older examples are replaced.

Shippingport Bridge
Midland - Shippingport Bridge
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PA-168 Over Ohio River and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Shippingport and Midland: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous (Arched) 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,616 ft. Main Span: 620 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1961 By: Unknown and Michael Baker Jr. Inc.

This visually pleasing bridge is a rare example of an arched continuous truss, one that does not have a suspended deck.

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Heth's Run Bridge
Haights Run Bridge
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Butler Street (PA-8) Over Heth's Run (Haights Run) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 327 ft. Main Span: 255 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1914 By: Cummings Structural Concrete Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (Robert A. Cummings) and T. J. Wilkerson of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This arch bridge has been mostly buried in dirt!

Beaver Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (CSX) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Beaver: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built 1909 By: Cummings Structural Concrete Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (Robert A. Cummings)

This is a nice looking and early surviving concrete arch bridge carrying a railroad over a railroad.

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Frankfort Road Bridge
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Frankfort Road (PA-18) Over Raccoon Creek in Rural: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 229 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

A classic example of 1930s truss bridge technology in Pennsylvania.

Rochester-Bridgewater Bridge
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Bridge Street (PA-4042) Over Beaver River and Railroad in Rochester and Bridgewater: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 648 ft. Main Span: 367 ft. Roadway: 32.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1933 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This bridge is a pattern book of Pennsylvania State Highway Department truss designs.

Ambridge Bridge
Ambridge-Aliquippa Bridge / Ambridge-Woodlawn Bridge
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11th Street Over Ohio River, PA-51, and Railroad in Ambridge and Aliquippa: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever 22 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,995 ft. Main Span: 530 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1927 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and T. J. Wilkerson of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This gorgeous and unique multi-cantilever span design is a testimony to why Ambridge is even in existence!

Rochester-Beaver Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Beaver River and Water Street in Rochester and Beaver: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 660 ft. Main Span: 330 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1913 By: Unknown

A large two-span railroad truss bridge crosses the Beaver River at the Ohio River.

High Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway (Closed, To Reopen Summer 2015) Over Harlem River in New York: The Bronx, New York and Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,450 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This stunning bridge is really an 1848 stone arch bridge with a 1927 metal arch span replacing five spans.

McKeesport Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Youghiogheny River in McKeesport: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 930 ft. Main Span: 248 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1968 By: Unknown

This is a late example of a steel truss bridge that uses rivets in its construction.

River Road Ramp Bridge
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River Road Ramp Over Railroad (CSX) in McKeesport: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1945 By: Unknown

A traditional highway over railroad plate girder in Pennsylvania, this bridge connects to the larger and more significant historic arch bridge.

Riverton Bridge
McKeesport Connecting Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Steel Heritage Trail, Great Allegheny Passage Rail-Trail) Over Monogahela River and Railroad in Duquesne and McKeesport: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,570 ft. Main Span: 340 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works)

This beautiful truss bridge with its long 19th Century truss spans has been converted for pedestrian use.

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Drake Road Bridge
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Drake Road Over Raleigh Plains Drain (Jeannettes Creek) in Rural: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1947 By: Unknown

This bridge is an excellent example of a lattice guardrail beam bridge in Ontario.

Eufaula Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Central of Georgia Railway) Over Chattahoochee River (Walter F George Lake) in Eufaula: Barbour County, Alabama and Quitman County, Georgia, United States

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1962 By: Unknown

This impressive bridge is one of the only historic bridges in the region.

American Steel and Wire Company - Central Furnaces Bridge
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Abandoned Access Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has had its westerly approach completely removed, leaving a bridge to nowhere.

Central of Georgia 1860 Viaduct
Turner House Bridge
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Railroad (Rail-Trail, Former Central of Georgia) Over Savannah – Ogeechee Barge Canal and West Boundary Street in Savannah: Chatham County, Georgia, United States

Brick Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 241 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 31.2 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1860 By: Unknown

Built just before the Civil War, this is the newer of two rare brick arch bridges, and has been reused for pedestrians and to house a building.

Tomhannock Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Former Fitchburg Railroad) Over Tomhannock Creek in Schaghticoke: Rensselaer County, New York, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Unknown

An unusual arch bridge was one of a number built by the Fitchburg Railroad.

Charlotte Highway Bridge
Centerline Bridge
HSR

Bridge Park Trail Over Bridge Park Drive in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 177 ft. Main Span: 173 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Buckeye Bridge Works of Cleveland, Ohio

This is one of only three Whipple trusses in Michigan and was moved to Historic Bridge Park where it is part of an iconic entrance to the park.

Bauer Road Bridge
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Bridge Park Trail Over Dickinson Creek in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 89 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

One of the oldest truss bridges in Michigan, this ornate bridge was moved to Historic Bridge Park.

Gale Road Bridge
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Bridge Park Trail Over Dickinson Creek in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Lafayette Bridge Company of Lafayette, Indiana

This rare skewed through truss was moved to Historic Bridge Park.

20 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

Bridge Park Trail Over Dickinson Creek in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This riveted pony truss was moved to Historic Bridge Park where it has been preserved.

133rd Avenue Bridge
HSR

Bridge Park Trail Over Dickinson Creek in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Michigan Bridge Company of Portland, Michigan

This impressive half-hip Pratt pony was moved to Historic Bridge Park.

Marantette Bridge
Railroad Street Bridge
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Railroad Street Over St. Joseph River in Mendon: St. Joseph County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 141 ft. Main Span: 139 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This bridge deserves to be restored as it is an unaltered pin-connected Pratt truss of considerable span length.

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Pennsylvania Avenue Bridge
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Pennsylvania Avenue Over Railroad (Black River and Western) in Flemington: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Unknown

A railroad overpass features a deck with a camber.

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Wadsworth Street Bridge
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Wadsworth Street (Brooklyn Heights Road) Over St. George River in Thomaston: Knox County, Maine, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Belidor) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 231 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

Although all machinery has been removed, this bridge is one of the only examples in the country of a belidor type bascule bridge.

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Eatonville Bridge
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Church Road Over Bowmans Creek in Eatonville: Wyoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 107 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Agents

This abandoned bridge is located in a tiny community with a strong feeling of an era long past.

Neville Island Railroad Bridge
Pittsburgh, Chartiers and Youghiogheny Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Ohio Central) Over Ohio River Back Channel in Neville Township: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 800 ft. Main Span: 260 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Unknown

This bridge is unusual because it includes both a Pennsylvania and double-intersection Warren truss span.

Jackson Street Bridge
Bridge Street Bridge
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Jackson Street (Bridge Street) Over Des Plaines River in Joliet: Will County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 284 ft. Main Span: 166 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Mississippi Valley Structural Steel Company and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This beautiful bridge is one of the narrower two-lane Scherzer rolling lift bridges in Joliet.

Cass Street Bridge
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Westbound US-30 (Cass Street, Western Avenue) Over Des Plaines River in Joliet: Will County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Length: 294 ft. Main Span: 174 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Independent Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

One of the two truss bascule bridges that each carry a direction of US-30

Ruby Street Bridge
Historic US Route 66 Bridge
HSR

Historic US-66 (Ruby Street, Columbia Street, IL-53) Over Des Plaines River in Joliet: Will County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion)

Length: 396 ft. Main Span: 257 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This is Joliet's only trunnion bascule bridge, and it is part of old US-66.

Belle Isle Bridge
Douglas MacArthur Bridge
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East Grand Boulevard Over Detroit River in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Cantilever Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 2,356 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Roadway: 61 ft. Main Spans: 19

Built 1923 By: Greiling Brothers Construction Company of Green Bay, Wisconsin and Lewis Merritt Gram

A rare centilevered concrete arch, this is the longest concrete deck arch bridge in Michigan, over 2000 feet in length and 19 spans!

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Peet Street Bridge
Bridge E-218
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Peet Street Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

One of a number of surviving Erie Canal bridges, this example has been abandoned.

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Wruck Road Bridge
Bridge E-219
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Wruck Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 191 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This bridge has been closed and it retains original, deteriorated, approach spans.

McPherson Bridge
Concession Road 8 Bridge
HSR

Concession Road 8 Over Teeswater River in South Bruce: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two nearly identical bridges in Bruce County, that likely share a common history, and otherwise may be unique among bridges in Canada.

Prospect Street Bridge
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Prospect Street Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Lockport: Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 273 ft. Main Span: 267 ft. Roadway: 29.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 2005 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This non-historic modern truss bridge provides a dialog on the ethics of modern truss bridge use.

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5th Side Road Bridge
HSR

5th Side Road (River Road) Over Drainage Canal in Rural: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This bridge is unusual for its use of a timber substructure.

Concession Road 8 Bridge
HSR

Concession Road 8 Over Teeswater River in Brockton: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is a rare pin-connected truss bridge and has some unusual details.

Sanctuary Line Bridge
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Sanctuary Line Over South Maitland River in Central Huron: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This rare pin-connected truss bridge is abandoned in a nature preserve.

Abraham Line Bridge
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Abraham Line Over Little Maitland River in Morris-Turnberry: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This is a good example of a distinctive style of bridge found in Ontario.

Pump Station Road Bridge
Hawkins Bridge
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Pump Station Road (TR-659) Over Tenmile Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 159 ft. Main Span: 156 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

Built by a prominent regional company, this bridge with a rare truss configuration is in very poor condition.

Whiskey Run Viaduct
Norfolk and Western Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern, Wheeling and Lake Erie) Over I-376 (Parkway West) in Carnegie: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous (Straight Chords) Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This unusual continuous truss bridge should be a familiar sight to anyone entering or leaving the Pittsburgh area via I-376.

B Line Bridge
HSR

B Line Over Snake Creek in Arran-Elderslie: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small, traditionally composed structure is largely unaltered.

Snake Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Snake Creek in Arran-Elderslie: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Corbet Foundry and Machine Company of Owen Sound, Ontario

This bridge stands out as significant as a documented surviving example of a product by a small, little-known bridge builder.

Youngs Bridge North
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Sideroad 15 Over Snake Creek in Arran-Elderslie: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Ontario Bridge Company of Toronto, Ontario

This bridge is one of two nearly identical bridges on the same road crossing the same creek.

Youngs Bridge South
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Sideroad 15 Over Snake Creek in Arran-Elderslie: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Ontario Bridge Company of Toronto, Ontario

This bridge is one of two nearly identical bridges on the same road crossing the same creek.

Invermay Bridge
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Concession Road 6 Over Sauble River in Invermay (Arran-Elderslie): Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a very short example of a subdivided double-intersection Warren truss.

Arranvale Bridge
Stan Dolphin Memorial Bridge
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Mill Road Over Sauble River in Arranvale (Arran-Elderslie): Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss is located in a scenic setting right on a bend in the road.

Sideroad 25 Bridge
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Sideroad 25 Over North Saugeen River in Arran-Elderslie: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Dickson Bridge Works Company of Campbellford, Ontario

This bridge is a noteworthy documented example of a bridge built by one of a number of smaller Ontario bridge builders.

Chesley Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Chesley Heritage Rail-Trail) Over North Saugeen River in Chesley (Arran-Elderslie): Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This high level railroad bridge made from British steel has been converted to a trail for non-motorized traffic.

Chesley Bridge
HSR

Chesley Heritage Trail Over North Saugeen River in Chesley (Arran-Elderslie): Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Currently serving a non-motorized trail, this bridge is today the last remaining truss bridge in Chesley, following demolition of another truss.

Kolb Bridge
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Sideroad 13/14 (Sideroad 10) Over Mill Creek in Saugeen Shores: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A traditional riveted Pratt truss on a seasonal road.

CR-3 Bridge
HSR

CR-3 Over Saugeen River in Saugeen Shores: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This bridge with its attractive railings bypassed an older and more significant heritage bridge.

Old CR-3 Bridge
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CR-3 (Old Alignment) Over Saugeen River in Saugeen Shores: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

Although Bruce County has an impressive collection of riveted truss bridges, this one stands out for its multi-span configuration.

Bruce-Saugeen Townline Bridge
CR-11 Bridge
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Bruce-Saugeen Townline (CR-11) Over Mill Creek in Saugeen Shores: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has the appearance of an unusual pony truss with vertical members, but it appears that the bridge was not always this way.

Dudgeon Bridge
HSR

Greenock-Brant Road Over Teeswater River in Brockton: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Hugh Watt and Thomas French Pearse

This bridge is noted for its extremely unusual and innovative truss span, which was relocated here to replace a previous span.

Sideroad 5 Bridge
HSR

Sideroad 5 Over North Saugeen River in Arran-Elderslie: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A hidden suprise around a couple curves in the road, this small, attractive pony truss turns an otherwise typical rural Ontario sideroad into something special.

Southampton Bridge
HSR

KH-21 (Albert Street) Over Saugeen River in Southampton (Saugeen Shores): Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Continuous 14 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 450 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1959 By: Unknown and Reginald Arthur Blyth

A rare, and relatively late example of continuous deck bridge construction.

Ira Lake Road Bridge
HSR

Ira Lake Road Over Spring Creek in Northern Bruce Penninsula: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

A tiny bridge sits tucked away on a scenic rural road.

Concession Road 18 Bridge
HSR

Concession Road 18 Over Beatty Saugeen River in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Painted red, this pony truss is a beautiful feature of this road.

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Orchardville Bridge
HSR

Orchardville Sideroad (Old KH-6) Over Beatty Saugeen River in Orchardville (Southgate): Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

Although deteriorated, this beautiful rainbow arch bridge remains in place for non-motorized use on old highway alignment.

Schoen Bridge
Concession 2 WGR Bridge
HSR

Concession 2 WGR Over South Saugeen River in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss bridge also features an approach span which is a rolled i-beam girder.

Bannerman Bridge
HSR

Concession Road 14 Over Teeswater River in South Bruce: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Ontario Bridge Company of Toronto, Ontario

This is a later but traditional example of a riveted pony truss bridge.

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Riversdale Bridge
Sideroad 20 Bridge, Cromar's Bridge
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Sideroad 20 (Bridge Street) Over Teeswater River in Riversdale (Brockton): Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Hunter Brothers of Kincardine, Ontario (Hunter Bridge and Boiler Company of Kincardine, Ontario)

This nice looking bridge is hidden on a back road past the tiny community of Riversdale.

Sideroad 25 Bridge
HSR

Sideroad 25 N Over Teeswater River in South Bruce: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

Concrete girder bridges such as this one are uncommon in Ontario.

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Sideroad 19 Bridge
HSR

Sideroad 19 Over Beaver River in Grey Highlands: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional riveted pony truss bridge is located in the scenic Beaver River valley.

10th Line Bridge
HSR

10th Line Over Beaver River in Clarksburg (The Blue Mountains): Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This skewed pony truss has been closed to vehicular traffic but remains open to pedestrians.

Hudson Bridge
HSR

10th Sideroad SDR Over Beatty Saugeen River in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Corbet Foundry and Machine Company of Owen Sound, Ontario

This bridge is a rare surviving example of a bridge built by the Corbet Foundry and Machine Company.

Artemesia Glenelg Townline Bridge
HSR

Artemesia Glenelg Townline Over Saugeen River in Priceville (Grey Highlands and West Grey): Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small riveted pony truss sits on the edge of the small community of Priceville.

Baptist Church Road Bridge
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Baptist Church Road Over Saugeen River in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This little riveted pony truss is a pleasant suprise for anyone who appreciates an interesting drive.

Concession Road 4 Bridge
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Concession Road 4 Over Saugeen River in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This pony truss fits in nicely with the rural, undeveloped wooded setting it resides in.

McQuarrie Bridge
HSR

North Line Over Saugeen River in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Ontario Bridge Company of Toronto, Ontario

This bridge retains a builder plaque, that may suggest a common builder for other bridges in the area with similar details but no plaques.

North Line Bridge
HSR

North Line Over Saugeen River in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This simple bridge is a regionally rare example of a concrete deck arch bridge and appears to be a very old example as well.

Kennedy Bridge
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Concession Road 2 NDR Over Saugeen River in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This unaltered pony truss bridge has been closed to traffic and therefore has an uncertain future.

Concession Road 4 NDR Bridge
HSR

Concession Road 4 NDR Over Saugeen River in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a nice riveted through truss in an area whose surviving truss population is mostly pony truss bridges.

Saugeen Cedars Bridge
Hawk's Crossing
HSR

Campground Road Over Saugeen River in West Grey (Near Hanover): Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This unique bridge serves a campground which acquired and relocated a couple different truss spans to form a single bridge here.

Old Bridge Road Bridge
HSR

Old Bridge Road Over Saugeen River in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is today closed and essentially bypassed by a nearby highway, but before being closed it took a beating from trucks!

Schenk Bridge
HSR

Concession Road 2 WGR Over Saugeen River in West Grey (Near Durham): Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a locally uncommon example of a lightweight pony truss design composed of paired angles.

Euphrasia St. Vincent Townline Bridge
HSR

Euphrasia St. Vincent Townline Over Grier Creek in Meaford and Grey Highlands: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small unaltered concrete bridge on a dead end road.

Harriston Road Bridge
HSR

Harriston Road (CR-87, Former KH-87) Over Maitland River in Wroxeter (Howick Township): Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

Multi-span rigid-frame bridges like this one are less common than single span examples in Ontario.

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Kinburn Line Bridge
HSR

Kinburn Line Over Bayfield River in Huron East: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Retaining original gas pipe railings, this riveted pony truss is in good condition and is noted for its lack of alteration.

MacDonald Road Bridge
HSR

MacDonald Road Over Black Creek in Bluewater: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Stratford Bridge Company of Stratford, Ontario

This bridge is noteworthy as a documented example of a bridge built by the Stratford Bridge Company.

Pont de Québec
Quebec Bridge
HSR

QC-175 and Railroad (Canadian National) Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) in Québec City and Lévis: Capitale-Nationale, Québec and Chaudiére-Appalaches, Québec, Canada

Metal Cantilever Pin-Connected K-Truss Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,239 ft. Main Span: 1,800 ft. Roadway: 94 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1917 By: St. Lawrence Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and George Herrick Duggan, Ralph Modjeski, and Others

One of the most significant and impressive historic bridges in the world, the longest cantilever truss bridge span on the planet!

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Woolen Mills Bridge
Factory Street Bridge
HSR

Factory Street (TR-372) Over Lake Creek in Cooperstown: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This bright yellow bridge sits out in the open for people to admire and easily photograph.

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Charlton Park Road Bridge
HSR

Charlton Park Road Over Thornapple River in Rural: Barry County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1956 By: Gene Fewell

This bridge is an extremely early surviving prestressed concrete bridge in Michigan.

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Fergus Road Shiawassee River Bridge
HSR

Fergus Road Over Shiawassee River in Rural: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 220 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1956 By: Jarvick Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This 1958 bridge is noted for its length and skew.

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Gootch's Mill Bridge
Gooch Mill Bridge
HSR

MO-V Over Petite Saline Creek in Rural: Cooper County, Missouri, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 171 ft. Main Span: 171 ft. Roadway: 13.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri

This stunning Parker truss was saved and reused in 1938, but now that the bridge is historic, it will be demolished.

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Gratiot Avenue Pine River Bridge
HSR

Gratiot Avenue Over Pine River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1931 By: E. C. Nolan and Son of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A remnant of the US-25 days of Gratiot, this bridge displays the width of a road that was once three lanes rather than two.

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Marengo Bridge
23 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

23 Mile Road Over Kalamazoo River in Marengo: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 60 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Mead Brothers of Battle Creek, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is the last known concrete camelback bridge in Calhoun County.

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Mead Avenue Bridge
HSR

Mead Avenue Over French Creek in Meadville: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 14 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 268 ft. Main Span: 129 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1871 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This ancient, unique, and very historic bridge is two bridges in one and also has Keystone Columns.

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Mermill Road Bridge
HSR

Mermill Road Over Rocky Ford in Rural: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

An extremely rare example of a curved chord through girder in Ohio.

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Range Line Road Bridge
Lake County Bridge 2
HSR

Range Line Road (Clay Street) Over Kankakee River in Rural: Lake County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 169 ft. Main Span: 167 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This sturdy Parker truss is to be replaced, but will be put in storage and possibly preserved elsewhere.

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Richmond-Dresden Bridge
Maine Kennebec Bridge
HSR

ME-197 (Ferry Road, Patterson Road) Over Kennebec River in Richmond: Sagadahoc County, Maine and Lincoln County, Maine, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,239 ft. Main Span: 177 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This long multi-span through truss contains one of the few remaining historic movable bridges left in Maine, yet is slated for demolition.

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Rick Road Bridge
HSR

Rick Road (TR-450) Over Elk Creek in Rural: Erie County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 97 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This bridge has a pony truss span and a slightly smaller stringer span.

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Rodesiler Highway Bridge
HSR

Rodesiler Highway Over Draper Drain in Rural: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

An example of a small concrete through girder in Michigan.

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Wing Road Bridge
Canal Road Bridge
HSR

Wing Road (TR-689, Canal Road) Over Conneaut Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This was once one of a number of remaining truss bridges in the Conneautville area.

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Eshelman Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Eshelman Mill Road Over Mill Creek in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge was relocated here and altered somewhat in 1933.

Illinois and Michigan Canal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific) Over Illinois and Michigan Canal in Utica: La Salle County, Illinois, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Unknown

This is a rare double-Warren pony truss bridge that has been abandoned.

Harlem Avenue Railroad Bridge
Santa Fe Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Burlington Northern and Santa Fe, Former Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe) Over Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Forest View: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 373 ft. Main Span: 364 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

One of several remaining historically significant center-pivot swing bridges in Chicago.

Lemont Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Burlington Northern and Santa Fe, Former Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe) Over Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Lemont: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Bobtail)

Length: 399 ft. Main Span: 260 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A beautiful 1898 railroad rim-bearing turntable swing bridge is one of a few of swing bridges remaining on the canal.

Cicero Avenue Railroad Bridge
Chicago and Western Indiana Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Chicago and Western Indiana, Belt Railway) Over Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 335 ft. Main Span: 335 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

Located near Nerska Junction, this center-pivot swing bridge is one of a few remaining railroad swing bridges on the Sanitary and Ship Canal.

Illinois Central Sanitary and Ship Canal Bridge
Kedzie Avenue BNSF Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Burlington Northern and Santa Fe, Former Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe) Over Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 328 ft. Main Span: 323 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

One of only a few remaining swing bridges in Cook County.

Middle Bridge
HSR

Hayes Drive Over Jackson Park South Lagoon in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Unknown

This stone faced concrete arch bridge is an exceedingly old example of its type and a rare Melan type arch bridge.

Douglas Park Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over Park Stream in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive structure has served as a decorative park of a pedestrian walkway for many years.

Murray Street Bridge
HSR

Murray Street Over Millrace Canal (Goshen Hydraulic Canal) in Goshen: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 15.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Elkhart Bridge and Iron Company of Elkhart, Indiana

A former IN-25 bridge, this truss connects residences to a walking trail and is historically significant structure.

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Point - Bellville Road Bridge
HSR

Point - Bellville Road (CR-29) Over Whetstone Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

Although small, unadorned, and deteriorated, this bridge is noteworthy as an early concrete girder.

Como Park Foot Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Railroad (Abandoned Streetcar) in St. Paul: Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: William S. Hewett and Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota

One of two extremely rare examples of a Melan arch in Como park.

Blue Bridge
Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Converted To Pedestrian Walk) Over Grand River in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 575 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1892 By: Unknown

This gorgeous bridge was restored with visually appropriate railings for pedestrian use, and is used frequently today for function and pleasure.

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CR-489 Bridge
HSR

CR-489 Over Rainy River in Rural: Presque Isle County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Frank and Stiehl of Au Gres, Michigan

A relatively large example of a bridge using an uncommon Michigan railing standard.

Cardington Denmark Martel Road Bridge North
HSR

Cardington Denmark Martel Road (CR-28) Over Shaw Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This bridge is an extremely rare example of a rivet-connected truss bridge with u-bolt hangers for the floor beams.

Ruggles Road Bridge
HSR

Ruggles Road (TR-178) Over North Branch Kokosing River in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This is a traditional half-hip Pratt pony truss.

Queen Street Bridge
Riverside Bridge / Queen Street Viaduct
HSR

Queen Street And TTC Streetcar Over Don River, Don Valley Parkway, Bayview Avenue, and Railroad in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 129 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Cleveland Bridge and Engineering Company of Darlington, England

This impressive bridge was built with steel that came from variety of English and Scottish steel mills.

Llano Bridge
Roy B. Inks Bridge
HSR

TX-16 (TX-71) Over Llano River in Llano: Llano County, Texas, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 876 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1936 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas

A beautiful, preserved, multispan example of a 1930s standard plan truss in Texas is the centerpiece of this town.

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Broad Street Bridge
HSR

Broad Street (US-219) Over Elk Creek in Ridgway: Elk County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Will Dickinson of Ridgway, Pennsylvania

Built by a local builder, this beautiful bridge is an early, unusual, unaltered, and well-decorated concrete bridge in excellent condition.

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Cardington Denmark Martel Road Bridge South
HSR

Cardington Denmark Martel Road (CR-28) Over Shaw Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Edwards Sheet Metal Works of Frederickton, Ohio

One of only two mid-20th Century riveted pony truss bridges documented in Morrow County.

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Coleman Road Bridge
HSR

Coleman Road (TR-152) Over Whetstone Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

An outstanding example of a bridge built by a noteworthy Ohio bridge builder.

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Cardington Edison Road Bridge
HSR

Cardington Edison Road (CR-9) Over Whetstone Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Edwards Sheet Metal Works of Frederickton, Ohio

Despite potential for less costly rehabilitation, demolition and replacement was selected for this bridge.

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Cavanaugh Bridge
Jackson County Bridge 195
HSR

CR-550 West Over Muscatatuck River in Rural: Jackson County, Indiana and Washington County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 181 ft. Main Span: 174 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Lafayette Bridge Company of Lafayette, Indiana

A long span example of a Pratt truss, this bridge has deteriorated, but could still be restored.

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Mill Run Bridge
HSR

PA-381 (Mill Run Road, Whites Bridge Road) Over Indian Creek Reservoir (Mill Run Reservoir) in Rural: Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 156 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This was a rare surviving example of an earlier state standard through truss plan.

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Iroquois 1400 Bridge
TR-156 Bridge
HSR

Iroquois 1400 Over Whiskey Creek in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

A classic half-hip pony truss continues to the present day to fulfill its task of serving traffic in the middle of nowhere.

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Confederation Drive Bridge
HSR

Confederation Drive Over Rideau River (Waste Weir Channel of Rideau Canal) in Smiths Falls: Lanark County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 159 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1904 By: Locomotive and Machine Company of Montréal, Québec

This attractive multi-span pony truss is the only truss bridge in Smiths Falls, which has a number of heritage bridges.

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Barters To Hodgdon Bridge
Trevett Bridge
HSR

Barters Island Road Over Back River in Trevett: Lincoln County, Maine, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 288 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Berlin Construction Company of Berlin Connecticut

This bridge stands out among historic bridges in Maine as a pony truss swing bridge.

Brooklyn Bridge
HSR

Adams Street Over East River in New York: Brooklyn, New York and Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal Through Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 5,989 ft. Main Span: 1,596 ft. Roadway: 59.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1883 By: New York Bridge Company, Edge Moor Iron Company, J. Lloyd Haigh, and Others and Washington Augustus Roebling, John Augustus Roebling, and Others

This stunning bridge has been called the most influential bridge in U.S. history.

Glen Rock Truss Bridge
HSR

Sewer Plant Access Road Over South Branch Codorus Creek in Glen Rock: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

While the origins of this long-ago relocated railroad bridge are unclear, yet it is clear that this is a highly significant, very old metal bridge.

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Iron Haupt Truss Bridges
Ronks Bridge and Ardmore Bridge
HSR

None Over None in Strasburg: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Haupt Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Herman Haupt

Two of the rarest and oldest metal bridges in the country have been sitting here in storage for many years, and deserve to be restored ASAP.

Memorial Bridge
US-31 Manistee Bridge
HSR

US-31 (Cleveland Street / Cypress Street) Over Manistee River in Manistee: Manistee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 316 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Strom Construction Company and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This impressive bridge is one of the best preserved and ornately decorated bascule bridges in Michigan.

Watkins Glen Iron Foot-Bridge
HSR

Watkins Glen State Park Trail Over Glen Creek in Watkins Glen: Schuyler County, New York, United States

Metal 18 Panel Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 10.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1870 By: Unknown and John L. Foreman

This nationally significant and unique structure is made of cast and wrought iron.

Scarlets Mill Bridge
Horseshoe Trail Bridge
HSR

Horseshoe Trail Over Railroad (Abandoned Reading Railroad) in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 10 Panel Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: Philadelphia and Reading Railroad and John L. Foreman

Including cast iron vertical members, this is one of the most unique bowstring truss bridges in the United States.

Upton Road Bridge
Grist Mill Bridge
HSR

Upton Road (Old Alignment) Over Maple River in Elsie: Clinton County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan

This is a beautiful bridge in a beautiful setting, and is also historic due to its rarity and integrity.

Stewartstown Railroad Bridge
Valley Road Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Stewartstown Railroad) Over Valley Road in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1870 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Jacob Hays Linville

Although altered, this bridge is one of the only surviving bridges with Keystone columns and is an rare early iron railroad bridge example.

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Birdsall Bridge
HSR

River Road Over Ouse River in Rural: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive truss bridge on a quiet rural road was relocated here in the 1950s.

Hidden Lake Forest Preserve Bridge
Barney Mill Road Bridge, Bryant Avenue Bridge
HSR

Forest Preserve Trail Over East Branch Du Page River in Downers Grove: DuPage County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 11.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This is the only known example of a cast and wrought iron bowstring truss in the Chicagoland area.

Wingham Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Wingham Community Rail-Trail, Former Canadian National) Over Maitland River in Wingham (North Huron): Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

A variety of spans were relocated here in 1915 to construct this unique bridge, including a rare pin-connected Warren truss.

Balls Bridge
HSR

Little Lakes Road Over Maitland River in Rural: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1885 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

The local community got behind one of the oldest and most significant heritage bridges in the region, saving it from demolition!

Water Street Bridge
Wingham Dam
HSR

Water Street Over Maitland River in Wingham (North Huron): Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This unusual bridge is now closed, but is also part of a dam.

QEW Credit River Bridge
HSR

Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) Over Credit River in Mississauga: Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 840 ft. Roadway: 94.8 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1934 By: Unknown

Although widened on both sides in 1960, this bridge remains an impressive example of its type.

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Front Street Bridge
HSR

Front Street Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Oshawa: Durham Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

Demolished in June 2011, this was the only one of three very old overpasses in Oshawa that retains its original railings.

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KH-3 KH-401 Bridge
Highway 3 Bridge
HSR

KH-3 (Talbot Road) Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Windsor: Essex County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 42.2 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1956 By: Unknown and M. M. Dillon and Company

This was a rare surviving multi-span rigid-frame overpass in Ontario and was unaltered.

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Trafalgar Road Bridge
HSR

Trafalgar Road Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Rural: Halton Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its attractive arched superstructure which is similar in appearance to curved t-beam bridges in the United States.

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Wellington Road Bridge
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Wellington Road Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Unknown and C. C. Parker and Associates of Hamilton, Ontario

A rare example of its design, the Ministry of Culture recognized this bridge as historic.

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Vedder Mountain Road Bridge
HSR

Vedder Mountain Road Over Vedder River in Chilliwack: Fraser Valley District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 230 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Unknown

This is a standard mid-20th Century riveted through truss bridge.

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Prangley Drain Bridge
HSR

CR-21 (Base Line Road) Over Prangley Drain (Little Bear Creek) in Rural (Near Dresden): Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 23.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

A good, historically intact example of Ontario's rainbow arch design.

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Line 12 Bridge
Trafalgar Bridge
HSR

Line 12 Over North Branch Thames River in Rural: Perth County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 143 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This rare pin-connected through truss has some details that are evidence of an older era of steel fabrication.

Doon Village Road Bridge East
Schneider Creek Bridge East
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Doon Village Road Over Schneider Creek in Kitchener: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

One of two nearly identical concrete arch bridges on this section of road.

Doon Village Road Bridge West
Schneider Creek Bridge West
HSR

Doon Village Road Over Schneider Creek in Kitchener: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

One of two nearly identical concrete arch bridges on this section of road.

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Monroe Norfolk Southern Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over River Raisin in Monroe: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 453 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This spectacular bridge is not only impressive to the eye, it is also a rare pinned Baltimore truss.

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Fullerton Avenue Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Metra Union Pacific North) Over Fullerton Avenue in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Continuous Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1899 By: Unknown

This is a representative example of several similar railroad overpass bridges in this area on this line slated for demolition and replacement.

Sohl Avenue Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Former Michigan Central) Over Grand Calumet River in Hammond: Lake County, Indiana, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 245 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This long-abandoned railroad bridge is absolutely buried in the trees although it is not far off the road.

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Bay Shore Road Bridge
Escanaba River Bridge Ruins
HSR

Bay Shore Road (Old US-41 and US-2 Alignment) Over Escanaba River in Escanaba: Delta County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 840 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Main Spans: 21

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This is the remains of a mostly collapsed bridge that was once one of the longest t-beam bridges in Michigan.

Glen Road Bridge
HSR

Glen Road Over Yellow Creek in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal One-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 645 ft. Main Span: 310 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

Buried in the trees, this beautiful and magnificent work of engineering and heritage has recieved little public awareness.

St. Clair Viaduct
Vale of Avoca
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St. Clair Avenue Over Yellow Creek (Avoca Ravine) in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal One-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 509 ft. Main Span: 260 ft. Roadway: 54.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This impressive arch bridge is hard to view and photograph, but is a noteworthy heritage bridge with a well-documented construction.

Bayview Avenue Bridge
HSR

Bayview Avenue Over West Branch Don River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 900 ft. Main Span: 155 ft.

Built 1929 By: Unknown and Margison and Babcock

This multi-span deck truss bridge was widened with a very similar looking parallel set of trusses in 1960.

Old Bayview Avenue Bridge
HSR

Bayview Avenue (Abandoned Alignment) Over West Branch Don River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete 10 Panel Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a long-abandoned arch bridge of simple design, that appears to serve an old highway alignment.

Governor's Bridge
HSR

Governors Road Over Mud Creek in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1923 By: Goldie Construction and F. G. Engholm

This is a large, but simply ornamented example of an uncommon bridge type in Ontario.

Mt. Pleasant Road Bridge
HSR

Mt. Pleasant Road Over Rosedale Ravine, Rosedale Valley Road, Castle Frank Brook in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 440 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1948 By: Unknown

This is a later but uncommon example of a riveted deck truss bridge with good integrity.

Chorley Park Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Pedestrian Walkway in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This attractive arch bridge was originally part of a long-lost Government House complex.

New Hampton Bridge
HSR

Shoddy Mill Road (Rymon Road) Over Musconetcong River in New Hampton: Hunterdon County, New Jersey and Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1868 By: William Cowin of Lambertville, New Jersey and Francis C. Lowthrop

The oldest example of three nationally significant cast iron bridges in Hunterdon County.

Walnut Street Bridge
Pony Bridge / Wagner's Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Saucon Creek Mill Race in Hellertown: Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 5 Panel Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 12.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1860 By: Beckel Iron Foundry and Machine Shop of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Francis C. Lowthrop

One of the oldest and most important metal historic bridges in the country, this bridge has numerous unique and amazing details.

Old Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Old Mill Road Over Saucon Creek in Lower Saucon Township: Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Continuous 5 Panel Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1870 By: Beckel Iron Foundry and Machine Shop of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Francis C. Lowthrop

This ancient cast iron bridge is nationally significant as one of the rarest types of bridges, and it has a continuous type design.

Old Shiloh Road Bridge
HSR

Old Shiloh Road (Concession Road 2) Over Pefferlaw Brook in Udora: York Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Charles Borromeo Mattaini of Fergus, Ontario

This is an attractive example of a concrete bowstring bridge.

Locks Bridge
HSR

Brunel Road (DR-2) Over North Branch Muskoka River in Huntsville: Muskoka District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This is a nice looking mid 20th Century truss bridge.

Huntsville Swing Bridge
HSR

Main Street (DR-2, DR-3) Over Muskoka River in Huntsville: Muskoka District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This heritage swing bridge forms a centerpiece for Huntsville, and is one of the few preserved heritage truss bridges in Ontario.

Huntsville Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Muskoka River in Huntsville: Muskoka District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 325 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Featuring a combination of truss spans, the main through truss span has an uncommon variation of a Warren truss.

Cannington Foot Bridge
Trootie Street Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Trootie Street) Over Beaver River in Cannington: Durham Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This narrow and lightweight pedestrian foot bridge shows signs of alteration, suggesting relocation.

12th of Brant Bridge
HSR

Concession Road 12 Over Saugeen River in Brockton: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 277 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unique bridge has two span each of a different type, and is among the largest heritage bridges in the county.

Black Bridge
HSR

Clark Street (30th Sideroad) Over Beaver River in Clarksburg (The Blue Mountains): Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Charles Borromeo Mattaini of Fergus, Ontario

This is an extremely rare example of a rainbow arch with overhead bracing.

Woodbine Bridge
O'Connor Drive Bridge
HSR

O'Connor Drive Over Taylor-Massey Creek in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 810 ft. Main Span: 172 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: R. H. McGregor Construction Company and Margison and Babcock

This ornate bridge is one of the largest and most significant concrete arch bridges in Ontario!

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Brockton Bridge
HSR

Concession Road 2A (Concession Road 20) Over Teeswater River in Brockton: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This is a lightweight pony truss of noteworthy span length.

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Big Irwin Bridge
HSR

Brant-Elderslie Townline Over Teeswater River in Arran-Elderslie and Brockton: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Sarnia Bridge Company of Sarnia, Ontario

This bridge has been altered in a repair project, but remains an attractive structure.

Watson's Bridge
HSR

Greenock-Elderslie Road Over Teeswater River in Arran-Elderslie and Brockton: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 114 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This is an attractive truss bridge that is an attractive addition to the road it serves, and has been repaired.

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190th Avenue Bridge
HSR

190th Avenue Over Little Muskegon River in Rural: Mecosta County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1916 By: E. W. Baldwin of St. Louis, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is a very old and long former trunk line example of a concrete girder bridge in Michigan.

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Beaver Road Bridge
HSR

Beaver Road Over South Branch Tobacco River in Rural: Clare County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A concrete girder bridge in very poor condition due to improper maintainance.

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Carl Worth Road Bridge
Worth Road Bridge
HSR

Carl Worth Road (FH-40) Over Little Brevort River in Rural: Mackinac County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is the only example of a concrete girder bridge in Mackinac County.

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Cascade Road Bridge
HSR

Cascade Road Over Railroad (Abandoned C and O) in Rural: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 138 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 43 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: W. Marshall and Son of Galesburg, Michigan

In excellent condition, yet doomed, this is the second longest straight chord concrete through girder in Michigan; also features a unique t-beam hybrid twist.

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Central Avenue Bridge
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Central Avenue (MN-65) in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 121 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This skewed railroad overpass with attractive railings is to be demolished and replaced.

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Dunbar Bridge
Valleyview Road Bridge
HSR

Valleyview Road (TR-839) Over Raccoon Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 10.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is a skewed, bulky structure that retains excellent historic integrity.

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Homewood Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Conrail) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Homewood: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 135 ft.

Built By: Unknown

This riveted pony truss with a heavy skew is an unexpected suprise on the Pennsylvania Turnpike.

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Hurley Bridge
Old M-63 Bridge
HSR

Old M-63 Over Little Manistee River in Rural: Lake County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: David L. Green of Muskegon, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This former trunk line bridge appears to be the only bridge in the entire county with any heritage value whatsoever.

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Oak Street Bridge
HSR

Oak Street Over Railroad (BNSF and Metra BNSF Railway) in Hinsdale: DuPage County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

While this region has many grade separations, few are one lane highway plate girders like this bridge.

Grand Haven Bascule Bridge
HSR

US-31 Over Grand River in Grand Haven and Ferrysburg: Ottawa County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 693 ft. Main Span: 226 ft. Roadway: 78.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1960 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Hazelet and Erdal of Chicago, Illinois

A very large 1960 bascule bridge that carries heavy US-31 traffic.

Clark Hill Road Bridge
Kausooth Bridge
HSR

Clark Hill Road Over Fish Creek in Rural: Marshall County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 195 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a bridge in a beautiful setting, with a impressive hill right behind it.

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21 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

21 Mile Road Over Rice Creek in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

Most bridges in Michigan of this type are closed to traffic; this one remains open with some modifications.

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13 Mile Road Bridge
HSR

13 Mile Road Over Rouge River in Bingham Farms: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 69 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 41 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown

Although altered, this is an unusual and early curved t-beam.

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Middle Gibraltar Road Bridge
HSR

Middle Gibraltar Road Over Waterway Canal in Gibraltar: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Cantilever Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

A good example of the bizarre Wayne County cantilevered arch bridge design.

Higgins Road Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Higgins Road (IL-72) in Rosemont and Des Plaines: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1934 By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed plate girder overpass on altered piers.

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St. James Road Bridge
HSR

St. James Road (CR-141 East) Over Olentangy River in Rural: Marion County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 193 ft. Main Span: 188 ft. Roadway: 28.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a highly attractive, traditional pin-connected Parker truss.

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Seven Hills Road Bridge
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Seven Hills Road Over Railroad (Panhandle Railroad and Rail-Trail) in Rural: Licking County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This early railroad-designed Pratt pony truss has some extremely unusual details including trussed floor beams!

Kent Street Bridge
Portland and Danby Bridge
HSR

Portland Riverwalk Over Grand River in Portland: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 224 ft. Main Span: 219 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Wynkoop and McGormley of Toledo, Ohio

This large pinned Parker truss is one of only three such highway structures in Michigan.

Normanby Bentinck Townline Bridge
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Normanby Bentinck Townline Over Beatty Saugeen River in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small riveted pony truss with lattice railing.

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Iroquois 100 Bridge
TR-371 Bridge
HSR

Iroquois 100 Over Fountain Creek in Rural: Iroquois County, Illinois, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This pony truss is in decent shape yet has been abandoned.

Adrian Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Lakeshore and Michigan Southern) Over South Branch River Raisin in Adrian: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1867 By: Unknown

A large two-span stone arch bridge built in 1867, this is a very old bridge for Michigan.

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Crooked Creek Road Bridge
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Crooked Creek Road (PA-3038, TR-310) Over Marsh Creek in Rural: Adams County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 69 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This bridge is located near historic Gettysburg and should be preserved and promoted as an area attraction.

Iron Bridge
Spokane Union Pacific Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Spokane River in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Triple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 530 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1902 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is an extremely rare example of a triple intersection Warren truss, and has been preserved for pedestrians.

Latah Creek Railroad Bridge
Hangman Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Latah Creek (Hangman Creek) in Spokane: Spokane County, Washington, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 245 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a small riveted railroad deck truss bridge of traditional construction.

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Fort Steuben Bridge
Stanton Bridge
HSR

Freedom Way Over Ohio River in Steubenville and Weirton: Jefferson County, Ohio and Brooke County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 1,585 ft. Main Span: 689 ft. Roadway: 20.25 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: Dravo Contracting Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Clarence W. Hudson

Despite its impressive size, and beautiful design, this awe-inspiring bridge is going to be demolished!

Cumberland Valley Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Susquehanna River in Harrisburg: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania and Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 77 ft. Main Spans: 43

Built 1916 By: Robert Grace Contracting Company

An extremely long concrete arch bridge that may be reused for a light rail system.

Jamestown Line Bridge
HSR

Jamestown Line Over Catfish Creek in Central Elgin: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A beautiful structure, this bridge represents an unusual design of truss that was built throughout Ontario.

Sparta Line Catfish Creek Bridge
HSR

Sparta Line Over Catfish Creek in Central Elgin: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 210 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

An attractive, unaltered example of a traditionally composed riveted through truss bridge in Ontario.

Southdale Line Bridge
HSR

Southdale Line Over Catfish Creek in Central Elgin: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This short through truss documents an unusual type of bridge built with frequency in Ontario.

Brouwers Line Bridge
HSR

Brouwers Line Over Catfish Creek in Central Elgin: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive truss bridge was rehabilitated and is in good condition.

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Meeks Bridge
Sparta Line Kettle Creek Bridge
HSR

Sparta Line (CR-27) Over Kettle Creek in Southwold: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 127 ft. Main Span: 127 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and James A. Bell

An excellent example of an uncommon heritage bridge type built by a prominent Canadian bridge builder.

Fulton Bridge
HSR

Fulton Bridge Line Over Kettle Creek in Southwold: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This metal truss bridge has a relatively long span length for a truss of its configuration and depth.

Sutherland Line Bridge
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Sutherland Line Over Kettle Creek in Central Elgin: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A very short example of an unusual bridge design that was built with some frequency in Ontario.

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Edison Drive Bridge
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Edison Drive (Main Street) Over Big Otter Creek in Vienna (Bayham): Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is hidden away on this road at the northern end of Vienna.

Dennis Road Bridge
Dennis Side Road Bridge
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Dennis Road Over Big Otter Creek in Bayham: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss bridge has a decent span length and unusual plate outriggers.

Blenheim Road Bridge
Silver Bridge
HSR

Blenheim Road Over Nith River in Rural: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 127 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Reid-Riddell Engineering of Toronto, Ontario

A beautiful and excellent example of this distinctive bridge design.

6th Street Railroad Bridge
Augusta Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Savannah River in Augusta: Richmond County, Georgia and Aiken County, South Carolina, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule

Main Span: 101 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1912 By: Unknown and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge has a variety of span types.

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Sligo Bridge
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US-70 and TN-26 Over Caney Fork River (Center Hill Lake) in Rural: DeKalb County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,375 ft. Main Span: 304 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1948 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and United States Army Corps of Engineers

This bridge was constructed to accomodate the reservoir formed by the construction of the Center Hill Dam in 1948.

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Prince Bridge
Thomas Buford Pugh Memorial Bridge
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WV-41 (Stanaford Road) Over New River in Rural: Fayette County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 734 ft. Main Span: 201 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This bridge was noted for its heavy skew which resulted in unusual truss web design.

Marthaville Road Bridge
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Marthaville Road Over Black Creek in Enniskillen Township: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is an unexpected suprise on this paved Lambton County road.

Mill Street Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Cedar Creek and Mill Street (CR-12) in Woodstock: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This imposing bridge crosses a road and creek at the same time.

Sproules Bridge
Bridge No. A2
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6th Line Over Willow Brook in Amaranth Township: Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

If the construction date given for this bridge is correct, it is one of the oldest of its kind in Canada.

Red Bridge
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Southgate Melancthon Townline Over Grand River in Melancthon Township and Southgate Township: Dufferin County, Ontario and Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This extremely rare pin-connected truss bridge has an uncertain future.

Jonston Bridge
HSR

6th Line Over Willow Brook in Amaranth Township: Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown and Christie and Beattie

This is a small, unaltered concrete bowstring arch bridge.

8th Line Bridge
Bridge 9
HSR

8th Line Over Erin Branch Credit River in Erin: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This concrete bowstring arch bridge is a tiny jewel along this road.

Sideroad 17 Bridge
Bridge PB024
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Sideroad 17 Over Yatton Creek in Mapleton Township: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This small concrete bowstring arch bridge has been allowed to become very overgrown and buried in gravel.

Sideroad 18 Bridge
Bridge PB025
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Sideroad 18 Over Yatton Creek in Mapleton Township: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Charles Borromeo Mattaini of Fergus, Ontario

One of two small surviving concrete bowstring arch bridges in this township.

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Sideroad 20 Bridge
Bridge 27-WG
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Sideroad 20 Over Irvine Creek in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Charles Borromeo Mattaini of Fergus, Ontario

This charming concrete bowstring arch bridge is doomed to be replaced with a mundane slab of concrete.

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Keldon Bridge
Hooker Bridge
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Sideroad 27-28 Over Mud Creek in Grand Valley: Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown and Christie and Beattie

This is the last surviving concrete bowstring bridge in Grand Valley, and is visible to nearby Highway 89.

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5th Line Bridge
Bridge 4-WG
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5th Line Over Local Stream in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete 2 Panel Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Charles Borromeo Mattaini of Fergus, Ontario

This may be the shortest concrete bowstring arch bridge in Ontario if not all of Canada!

Shiloh Bridge
Bridge 3-E
HSR

6th Line Over Speed River in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Charles Borromeo Mattaini of Fergus, Ontario

Although its verticals have spalled, this bridge remains an early and excellent example of its type that is deserving of preservation.

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Lilly Bridge
Bluestone Lake Bridge
HSR

WV-20 Over Bluestone Lake (Bluestone River) in Rural: Summers County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Cantilever 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,164 ft. Main Span: 278 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1950 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This is a late, but rare example of a cantilever truss bridge in West Virginia, and noted for its multiple cantilever units.

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Mercer Pike Bridge
Geneva Swamp Bridge
HSR

Mercer Pike (PA-2003) Over Conneaut Outlet (Geneva Swamp) in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

This bridge is interesting because of its unusual decorative detailing on the portal bracing.

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PA-910 Pennsylvania Turnpike Bridge
HSR

Gibsonia Road (PA-910) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 187 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission

With a skew and a steep grade, this bridge is a particularly unique representative example of a 1950s Pennsylvania Turnpike overpass.

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Dorchester Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over South Branch Thames River in Dorchester: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown

This bridge is an uncommon example of a highway deck truss in Ontario.

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Dunn Avenue Bridge
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Dunn Avenue Over Railroad (Go, Canadian National) in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is one of a number of plate girder grade separations constructed along this section of railway.

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Dowling Avenue Bridge
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Dowling Avenue Over Railroad (Go, Canadian National) in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is one of a number of plate girder grade separations constructed along this section of railway.

Mercer Street Extension Bridge
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Mercer Street Extension (Private Section) Over Connoquenessing Creek in Harmony: Butler County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This beautiful riveted through truss bridge in a county with few truss bridges is unfortunately fenced off and privately owned.

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Pont Kensington (Kensington Bridge)
HSR

Chemin de la 2E Concession Over Rivière Trout in Kensington: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This exceptional bridge is noted for its beautiful cast iron portal knee braces and has been closed to traffic.

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Middleville Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Thornapple River in Middleville: Barry County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 142 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Lyons Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

Functioning as a gateway to downtown, Middleville appears to have tried to keep their historic bridge well maintained.

Northampton Street Bridge
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Northampton Street Over Delaware River in Easton and Phillipsburg: Northampton County, Pennsylvania and Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Cantilever 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 560 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1896 By: Union Bridge Company of Athens, Pennsylvania and Buffalo, New York and James Madison Porter III

One of the most unusual, rarest, and beautiful bridges in the entire region.

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Bloomington Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 220800
HSR

Bloomington Road (Historic Lincoln Highway) Over Big Creek in Rural: Linn County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

Located on original Lincoln Highway alignment, this bridge is an attractive standard plan bridge.

CR-3 Bridge
Neely Hill Sugar Creek Road
HSR

CR-3/8 Over Sugar Creek in Rural: Pleasants County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge with a decorative portal detail was bypassed by a new bridge, and allowed to continue standing even though not in use.

Minto Normanby Townline Bridge
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Minto Normanby Townline Over South Saugeen River in West Grey and Minto: Grey County, Ontario and Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This through truss bridge is uncommon in an area noted for small creeks with pony trusses on them.

Concession Road 14 Bridge
HSR

Concession Road 14 Over Beatty Saugeen River in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Big ugly modern guardrails all but hide this tiny pony truss.

Concession Road 16 Bridge
HSR

Concession Road 16 Over Beatty Saugeen River in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

The bottom chord of this riveted pony truss has been replaced.

Southgate Road 4 Bridge
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Southgate Road 4 Over South Saugeen River in Southgate: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This bridge stands out among other bridges of this type in the area due to its lack of alteration.

Southgate Road 10 Bridge
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Southgate Road 10 Over South Saugeen River in Southgate: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss was apparantly hit by a vehicle and subsequently repaired.

Southgate Sideroad 47 Bridge
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Southgate Sideroad 47 Over South Saugeen River in Southgate: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a lightweight pony truss bridge in a secluded setting.

Southgate Sideroad 57 Bridge
HSR

Southgate Sideroad 57 Over South Saugeen River in Southgate: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Standard Steel Construction Company of Port Robinson, Ontario

This bridge is a pleasant suprise hiding around the corner.

Southgate Sideroad 61 Bridge
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Southgate Sideroad 61 Over South Saugeen River in Southgate: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss differs from others documented in the area in that it lacks outriggers.

South Saugeen River Private Bridge
HSR

Private Driveway Over South Saugeen River in Southgate: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss has been supplemented with what appear to be salvaged roof trusses.

16 Mile Creek Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National and Go Transit) Over 16 Mile Creek and Cross Avenue in Oakville: Halton Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 490 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

This deck truss bridge noted for its very shallow trusses was more recently widened on one side with girders.

Black Ash Road Bridge
HSR

Black Ash Road Over Bear Creek in Enniskillen Township: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has been abandoned, perhaps drawing curious bridge enthusiasts.

Fairweather Road Bridge
HSR

Fairweather Road Over Bear Creek in Enniskillen Township: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is nothing spectacular, but appears to have rolled girders with floorbeams supporting the deck.

23rd Line Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over 23rd Line in Zorra: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This is an extremely old surviving example of a concrete arch bridge in Canada.

Southside Park Bridge
HSR

Southside Park Road Over Cedar Creek in Woodstock: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an old concrete arch bridge in a park setting that has been rehabilitated.

Princess Elizabeth Bridge
Bridge No. ML7
HSR

CR-12 Over Conestogo River in Mapleton Township: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 164 ft. Main Span: 164 ft. Roadway: 27.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

The official name and dedication of this bridge is a sure sign that it is not a recent bridge.

Palmerston Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Grand Truck Railway Yard in Palmerston (Minto): Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 570 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1912 By: Unknown

Beautifully preserved as part of a railroad museum, this is one of the largest truss footbridges in Ontario and one of the most iconic bridges in the region.

CR-109 Middle Bridge
HSR

CR-109 (Former KH-9) Over Conestogo River in Wellington North: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

One of several old and unaltered concrete bridges along this stretch of road, this is the only one that is an arch bridge.

CR-109 Far East Bridge
HSR

CR-109 (Former KH-9) Over Conestogo River in Wellington North: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Roadway: 37.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

One of several old and unaltered concrete bridges along this stretch of road that document a transition period in Ontario bridge design.

CR-109 West Bridge
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CR-109 (Former KH-9) Over Conestogo River in Wellington North: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

One of several old and unaltered concrete bridges along this stretch of road that document a transition period in Ontario bridge design.

CR-109 East Bridge
HSR

CR-109 (Former KH-9) Over Conestogo River in Wellington North: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Roadway: 37.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

One of several old and unaltered concrete bridges along this stretch of road that document a transition period in Ontario bridge design.

Moorefield Bridge
Bridge No. ML2
HSR

CR-10 Over Moorefield Creek in Mapleton Township: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Roadway: 27.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This is a small pony truss bridge and a gateway into the small community of Moorefield.

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OH-56 Salt Creek Bridge
HSR

OH-56 Over Salt Creek in Rural: Pickaway County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and D. H. Overman and Ohio State Highway Department

This attractive and unusual pony truss has vertical end posts and a strong arch-like shape.

Tiffany Creek Culvert
Tiffany Creek Bridge
HSR

Wilson Street and Bruce Trail Over Tiffany Creek in Hamilton (Near Ancaster Heights): Hamilton City, Ontario, Canada

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small stone arch has the potential to be one of the oldest in Ontario.

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Beechwood Boulevard Bridge
Greenfield Bridge
HSR

Greenfield Road (Beechwood Boulevard) Over I-376, US-22, US-30 (Penn Lincoln Parkway / Parkway East) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 466 ft. Main Span: 274 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: E. M. Wichert Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh Department of Public Works

This once-proud structure is today an example of our flawed surface transportation funding programs.

Emerson Simmons Bridge
Bridge No. ML4
HSR

Wellington Street (CR-11) Over Conestogo River in Mapleton Township: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 214 ft. Main Span: 107 ft. Roadway: 33.1 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1952 By: A. H MacLellan and W. H. Keith

This bridge stands out among other truss bridges in the area as a multi-span pony truss bridge.

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Burgoyne Bridge
St. Paul Street Bridge
HSR

St. Paul Street Over 12 Mile Creek in St. Catharines: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,236 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1915 By: Dominion Steel and Coal Corporation and Sprague and Reppert of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Despite its significance as an impressive deck truss that soars across the valley of 12 Mile Creek, demolition is planed for this heritage bridge.

Tansley Bridge
Dundas Street Bridge
HSR

Dundas Street (RR-5) Over Bronte Creek in Burlington: Halton Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Continuous 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 700 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1948 By: Unknown

Although it has been widened on one side with ugly beams, the original part of this bridge is a beautiful example of a deck truss bridge.

Old Tansley Bridge Piers
HSR

Pipeline (Former Dundas Street Alignment) Over Bronte Creek in Burlington: Halton Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 545 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1919 By: Unknown

Although the substructure is modern, the piers of this bridge are old, from a former highway bridge at this location.

Sideroad 6 Bridge
Bridge No. ML6
HSR

Sideroad 6 Over Mallet River in Mapleton Township: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is a small but complete example of a riveted pony truss, and it has a slight skew.

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Flax Bridge
Bridge No. ML3
HSR

CR-11 Over Mitchells Creek in Mapleton Township: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: A. H MacLellan and W. H. Keith

This small mid-20th Century pony truss bridge retains integrity of original design and truss materials.

Middletown Road Railway Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Middletown Road in Hamilton: Hamilton City, Ontario, Canada

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This rare stone arch overpass was widened some time long ago with an additional stone arch system.

Royal Windsor Drive Plate Girder Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Royal Windsor Drive in Oakville: Halton Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1965 By: Unknown

One of two parallel railway over highway overpasses of strongly different appearance and design, this one is a traditional railway design.

Royal Windsor Drive Rigid-Frame Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Royal Windsor Drive in Oakville: Halton Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1952 By: Unknown

One of two parallel railway over highway overpasses of strongly different appearance and design, this one looks more like a highway bridge.

Spencer Creek Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Spencer Creek in Hamilton: Hamilton City, Ontario, Canada

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an uncommon example of a stone arch bridge.

3rd Line Bridge
Bridge No. CW1
HSR

3rd Line Over Speed River Tributary in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 38 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This is an example of one of the unusually large number of concrete girder bridges built in this part of Ontario.

4th Line Bridge
Bridge No. CW22
HSR

4th Line Over Speed River in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown

This is an example of one of the unusually large number of concrete girder bridges built in this part of Ontario.

Sideroad 5 Bridge
Bridge No. CW16
HSR

Sideroad 5 Over Carroll Creek Tributary in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 29 ft. Roadway: 21.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This is an example of one of the unusually large number of concrete girder bridges built in this part of Ontario.

7th Line Bridge
Bridge No. CW4
HSR

7th Line Over Irvine Creek in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is an example of one of the unusually large number of concrete girder bridges built in this part of Ontario.

7th Line Bridge
Bridge No. CW5
HSR

7th Line Over Irvine Creek in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 39 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is a small and simple example of a concrete arch bridge.

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7th Line Bridge
Bridge No. A6
HSR

7th Line Over Willow Brook in Amaranth Township: Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Roadway: 16.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is an example of one of the unusually large number of concrete girder bridges built in this part of Ontario.

7th Line Bridge
Bridge No. A4
HSR

7th Line Over Willow Brook in Amaranth Township: Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Roadway: 16.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is an example of one of the unusually large number of concrete girder bridges built in this part of Ontario.

Sideroad 15 Bridge
Bridge No. A5
HSR

Sideroad 15 Over Willow Brook in Amaranth Township: Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Roadway: 15.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is an example of one of the unusually large number of concrete girder bridges built in this part of Ontario.

Sideroad 20 Bridge
Bridge No. A7
HSR

Sideroad 20 Over Willow Brook in Amaranth Township: Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is an example of one of the unusually large number of concrete girder bridges built in this part of Ontario.

Sideroad 24-25 Bridge
Bridge No. GV2
HSR

Sideroad 24-25 Over Black Creek in Grand Valley: Dufferin County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is an example of one of the unusually large number of concrete girder bridges built in this part of Ontario.

Old 4th Line Bridge
Bridge No. CW2
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4th Line (Abandoned Alignment) Over Eramosa River Tributary in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown

On old alignment, this is a long-abandoned concrete arch bridge.

5th Line Bridge
Bridge No. CW6
HSR

5th Line Over Irvine Creek in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

The original railings on this concrete arch bridge have been replaced.

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Furnace Street Bridge
HSR

Furnace Street Over River Raisin in Manchester: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This beautiful historic bridge is a potential tourist attraction, but Manchester instead wasted money fencing it off.

Forks of the Credit Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Orangeville Brampton Railway) Over Erin Branch Credit River and Forks of the Credit Road in Caledon (Near Belfountain): Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is located in a scenic area where railway and river wind through the Niagara Escarpment.

Mt. Forest Bridge
Constable Rick Hopkins Memorial Bridge
HSR

KH-6 (Main Street) Over South Saugeen River in Wellington North (Mt. Forest): Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1961 By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a highway deck truss in this region of Ontario.

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Bosworth Bridge
Bridge No. ML5
HSR

CR-7 Over Conestogo River in Mapleton Township: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 138 ft. Main Span: 138 ft. Roadway: 28.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario and C. C. Parker and Associates of Hamilton, Ontario

This pony truss is noted for its extremely long span length.

Caldwell Bridge
Bridge No. CW27
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Scotland Street (CR-43) Over Grand River in Centre-Wellington (Fergus): Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 164 ft. Roadway: 32.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and W. H. Keith

Although the bracing has been altered, this remains an attractive crossing for the community it serves.

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Sideroad 5 Bridge
Bridge No. CW12
HSR

Sideroad 5 Over Carroll Creek in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 39 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is an extremely rare example of a pin-connected pony truss bridge in Ontario.

Washington Street Bridge
Bridge No. CW19
HSR

Washington Street Over Irvine Creek in Centre-Wellington (Elora): Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is a small concrete deck arch bridge with original railings.

Rothsay Bridge
Bridge No. ML1
HSR

CR-7 Over Mallet River in Mapleton Township: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Roadway: 27.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This pony truss enjoys good historic integrity.

CR-87 Bridge
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CR-87 (Former KH-87) Over Maitland River in Minto (Harriston): Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Unknown

Ontario has many concrete rigid-frame bridges, but all-steel examples like this one are rare.

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Station Street Bridge
HSR

Station Street Over Erin Branch Credit River in Erin (Hillsburgh): Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown

Uncommon, elaborate railings on this bridge make a simple structure look a lot more elaborate than it really is.

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Travis Road Bridge
HSR

Travis Road (PA-3022) Over Sugar Creek in North Towanda: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 156 ft. Main Span: 152 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge has great tourism potential if it were to be restored.

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Larimer Avenue Bridge
HSR

Larimer Avenue Over Washington Boulevard (PA-8) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 548 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: John F. Casey Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh Department of Public Works

This impressive bridge held world records for size when completed.

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Hiltons Gap Bridge
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US-58 and US-421 Over North Fork Holston River in Rural: Scott County, Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 248 ft. Main Span: 143 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Roanoke Iron and Bridge Works of Roanoke, Virginia

An excellent example of a standard plan truss bridge in Virginia.

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Woolwich Street Bridge
Salem Bridge
HSR

Woolwich Street Over Irvine Creek in Elora: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This bridge is an attractive and unaltered pony truss over this scenic section of Irvine Creek.

Bottom Road Bridge
HSR

Bottom Road Over Little Gunpowder Falls in Rural: Baltimore County, Maryland and Harford County, Maryland, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge has a portal bracing design that is unusual for its builder.

Carroll Road Bridge
HSR

Carroll Road Over Carroll Branch in Rural: Baltimore County, Maryland, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: Gilbert and Nelson of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

This is a very old example of a Pratt truss bridge and built by a company of which few examples remain.

Vinegar Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Vinegar Hill Road Over Little Gunpowder Falls in Kingsville: Baltimore County, Maryland and Harford County, Maryland, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This bridge is noted for its unusual pipe struts and ornamental portal bracing knees.

Masemore Road Bridge
HSR

Masemore Road Over Gunpowder Falls in Rural: Baltimore County, Maryland, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is an uncommon example of a skewed pin-connected highway truss bridge.

Cuba Road Bridge
HSR

Cuba Road Over Western Run in Rural: Baltimore County, Maryland, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 116 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A traditional example of a bridge built by the top truss builder in the 19th Century.

Guilford Quarry Railroad Bridge
Guilford Pratt Truss Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Patuxent Branch Rail-Trail) Over Little Patuxent River in Columbia: Howard County, Maryland, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Unknown

This lightweight railroad bridge has been preserved and reused as a rail-trail bridge.

Sparks Road Bridge
HSR

Sparks Road Over Gunpowder Falls in Sparks: Baltimore County, Maryland, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 178 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge features a design pattern that its builder only rarely used, and has been altered with a steel arch retrofit.

Paper Mill Road Bridge
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Paper Mill Road (Old Alignment) Over Loch Raven Reservoir (Gunpowder Falls) in Phoenix: Baltimore County, Maryland, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 521 ft. Main Span: 361 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and John Edwin Greiner (J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois)

This unique and ornamented bridge has been bypassed and abandoned in good condition.

Simpsons Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Simpsons Mill Road Over Little Pipe Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland and Carroll County, Maryland, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Unknown

This is a fairly short Pratt through truss of traditional design.

Governor's Bridge
HSR

Governor Bridge Road Over Patuxent River in Bowie: Prince Georges County, Maryland and Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Span: 114 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This traditional riveted through truss bridge is an uncommon example of its type in the local area.

Hollifield Road Bridge
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Hollifield Road (Johnnycake Road) Over Patapsco River in Rural: Baltimore County, Maryland and Howard County, Maryland, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 164 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown and Maryland State Roads Commission

This is an excellent example of a state-designed 1930s truss bridge in Maryland.

Parkton Stone Arch Bridge
Frederick Road Bridge
HSR

Frederick Road (MD-463) Over Little Falls in Parkton: Baltimore County, Maryland, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 18 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1809 By: John Small, George Small,Michael Gardner, and Jonathan Jessup and John Davis

This is the oldest known stone arch bridge in Maryland.

Hanover Street Bridge
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bridge
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Hanover Street Over Middle Branch Patapsco River in Baltimore: Baltimore City, Maryland, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rall) and Approach Spans: Concrete Cantilever Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 2,023 ft. Main Span: 229 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and John Edwin Greiner (J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois)

Both the concrete approach spans and the bascule span of this amazing bridge are independently examples of extremely rare and unusual bridge types.

Brownsville Bridge
Old Brownsville Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (PA-2067) Over Monongahela River and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Rural: Fayette County, Pennsylvania and Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 20 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 945 ft. Main Span: 520 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A historical feat when completed, this pin connected bridge is noted for its enormous Pennsylvania truss span.

Kerr's Bridge
Sideroad 22C Bridge / Breadner Bridge
HSR

Sideroad 22C Over Beaver River in Grey Highlands: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 114 ft. Main Span: 114 ft. Roadway: 13.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

Featuring a unique portal bracing, this bridge appears to be one of the oldest of its kind in Ontario.

1st Line North Bridge
HSR

1st Line Over Irvine Creek in Centre-Wellington: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Roadway: 16.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Reid-Riddell Engineering of Toronto, Ontario

One of a rapidly disappearing group of beautiful heritage concrete bowstring rainbow arch bridges in this township.

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Hulton Bridge
Jonathon Hulton Memorial Bridge / Oakmont Bridge
HSR

Hulton Road (PA-2082) Over Allegheny River in Oakmont: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 22 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,544 ft. Main Span: 505 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

One of the last remaining large pin-connected truss bridges in Pennsylvania is this unique multi-span through truss with a huge main span!

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Monte Rio Bridge
Bohemian Highway Bridge
HSR

Bohemian Highway Over Russian River in Rural: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 772 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1934 By: Unknown

This uncommon multi-span pony truss has a suprisingly streamlined appearance.

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Old US-41 Rapid River Bridge
HSR

CR-I39 (15 Road) Over Rapid River in Rural: Delta County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1916 By: Delta Contracting Company of Escanaba, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is among the oldest trunk line bridges in Michigan and an early, rare multi-span concrete girder.

Long Grove Bridge
HSR

Robert Parker Coffin Road Over Buffalo Creek in Long Grove: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Joliet Bridge and Iron Company of Joliet, Illinois

This locally rare truss bridge with beautiful sidewalk hand railing sadly has a fake wooden covering to make it look like a covered bridge.

Hatfield Road Bridge
HSR

Hatfield Road (PA-4005) Over West Branch Brandywine Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This traditional t-beam superstructure sitting on an old stone substructure contributes to a historic district.

Cheboygan Bridge
HSR

US-23 (State Street) Over Cheboygan River in Cheboygan: Cheboygan County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: W. J. Storen Company of Detroit, Michigan and Hazelet and Erdal of Chicago, Illinois

This is a tiny double-leaf bascule bridge that was built in 1940.

Kinzie Street Railroad Bridge
Chicago and Northwestern Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Union Pacific) Over North Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Girder, Fixed

Length: 196 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Toledo-Massillon Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

A record-setting bridge when built, this bridge was a pioneer in new bascule bridge designs and technology.

Chicago and Alton Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Metra Heritage Corridor, Amtrak, and Canadian National) Over South Fork South Branch Chicago River (Bubbly Creek) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Page) and Approach Spans: Metal Girder, Fixed

Length: 214 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 34.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and William M. Hughes of Chicago, Illinois

The first ever built, and today the last remaining example of a Page bascule bridge.

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Chewton Bridge
HSR

Wampum Road (PA-288) Over Railroad (CSX) in Chewton: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 319 ft. Main Span: 153 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

An attractive variation on a standard plan bridge in the state, with a heavy skew.

Camp Meeting Road Bridge
HSR

Camp Meeting Road (Skillman Road, CR-602) Over Railroad (Conrail) in Rural: Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Howe Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1889 By: Unknown

This is a very unique low-profile, lightweight truss overpass bridge featuring a rare truss design.

Hibernia Mine Railroad Bridge
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Raritan River Greenway, Duke Island Park Bikeway Over Raritan Power Canal in Raritan: Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 71 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 10.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This is a very early and rare example of a truss bridge with Phoenix columns.

Still Valley Road Bridge
HSR

Still Valley Road Over Pohatcong Creek in Rural: Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its decorative cast iron caps at the ends of the top chords and its use of uncommon rivet head types.

Old Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Old Mill Road Over Wickecheoke Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its unusual cast iron bearing design.

Baptist Church Road Bridge
HSR

Baptist Church Road Over Mulhockaway Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Horseheads Bridge Company of Horseheads, New York

This bridge is a rare example of a bridge built by this company.

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Torrence Avenue Grand Calumet River Bridge
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Torrence Avenue Over Grand Calumet River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 522 ft. Main Span: 306 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown and H. C. Taylor

This is an amazing and beautiful Pennsylvania through truss that is both massive and complex!

Cider Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Cider Mill Road (Reaville-Clover Hill, CR 29) Over Neshanic River in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its unusual struts and portal bracing as well as its uncommon rivet head types.

Lamington Road Bridge
HSR

Lamington Road Over Rockaway Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Unknown

This bridge has had load-bearing girders added, but retains the noteworthy and distinctive details of the original truss.

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Cratetown Road Bridge
HSR

Cratetown Road Over Prescott Brook in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

A heavilly altered truss bridge, with many welded parts added.

Mountain Road Bridge
HSR

Mountain Road Over Railroad (New Jersey Transit, Raritan Valley Line) in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This truss is unusual in that both top and bottom chords have the same polygonal configuration.

Ferry Road Bridge
HSR

Ferry Road Over Plum Brook in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

This pony truss is noted for its rivets with cone and steeple heads in a number of areas.

Ravine Road Bridge
HSR

Ravine Road Over Pohatcong Creek in Rural: Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Welded Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Welding Engineers Inc. of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This early welded truss bridge also reused salvaged riveted floorbeams from a pin-connected truss bridge.

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Groton City Bridge
HSR

Groton City Road Over Fall Creek in Groton City (Rural): Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A classic 19th Century rural pony truss continues to serve traffic.

Fairview-Snodgrass Road Bridge
HSR

Non-Motorized Pathway Over Beedle Ditch in Near Troy: Miami County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 69 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

Composed of six unusually small panels, this bridge has been relocated and preserved.

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Portersville Road Bridge
HSR

Portersville Road (PA-488) Over Slippery Rock Creek in Rural: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 310 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1932 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is a two-span Pratt through truss, and has been lucky to escape demolition so far.

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Escanaba Railroad Bridge
CN Railway Bridge 117.01
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Escanaba River in Escanaba: Delta County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 675 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 10 ft. Main Spans: 10

Built 1892 By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

Among the longest railroad bridges in Michigan this is a rare lattice truss bridges, one of only a handful in the state.

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Perry Street Bridge
HSR

Perry Street Over Oil Creek in Titusville: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

This technologically significant truss bridge is a rare surviving bridge by the noteworthy Morse Bridge Company.

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Albany Bridge
Delaware County Bridge 85
HSR

CR-800 East (Strong Road) Over Mississinewa River in Albany: Delaware County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 177 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

Although with some alteration, this bridge is an important example of a Camelback truss.

Short Line Bridge
Marcy Trestle
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Cuyahoga River in Cuyahoga Heights: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Deck Truss, Fixed

Built 1907 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

An altered structure, this is a very tall and impressive bridge that soars over the river valley.

Old Delaware Turnpike Bridge
HSR

Old Delaware Avenue Over Normans Kill in Albany: Albany County, New York, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 161 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1905 By: Unknown

Abandoned on old alignment, this is a very old and unaltered concrete arch bridge and it retains a brick deck..

Lower Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Lower Creek Road Over Wickecheoke Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a heavy duty riveted pony truss that replaced a 19th century truss bridge.

Lower Kingtown Road Bridge
HSR

Lower Kingtown Road Over Capoolong Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This traditional pony truss bridge has enjoyed a well-maintained paint system.

Hamp Road Bridge
HSR

Hamp Road Over Alexauken Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge has a lot of alterations but retains the key design details of its original builder.

Pohatcong Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Private Access Over Pohatcong Creek in Rural: Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This private access bridge was built by using fishbelly floor beams from a truss bridge, placed upside down!

Rainbow Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Rainbow Hill Road Over Neshanic River in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 153 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a nice looking multi-span pony truss of traditional design.

Suwannee Springs Bridge
HSR

US-129 (Abandoned Alignment, 93rd Drive) Over Suwannee River in Suwannee Springs: Suwannee County, Florida and Hamilton County, Florida, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas

This truss bridge with a long concrete approach system was bypassed and abandoned, but left open to pedestrians.

Kuhl Road Bridge
HSR

Kuhl Road Over Neshanic River in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 5 Panel Welded Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This is an early example of an all-welded truss bridge.

Wertsville Road Bridge
HSR

Wertsville Road (CR-602) Over Tributary of Back Brook in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Welded Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Welding Engineers Inc. of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Stacey Widdicombe

This is the oldest example of an all-welded truss bridge in the county.

Wilson Road Bridge
HSR

Wilson Road Over Moores Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pin-connected bridge is now welded and so severely altered it might be better described as a newer bridge using parts of an older one.

Van Lieus Road Bridge
HSR

Van Lieus Road Over Back Brook in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Welded Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual welded truss bridge appears to use parts salvaged from other riveted truss bridges.

Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Creek Road Over Pohatcong Creek in Rural: Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Welded Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Welding Engineers Inc. of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This is an early example of an all-welded truss bridge.

Welisewitz Road Bridge
HSR

Welisewitz Road Over Back Brook in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Snook and Sons

This is a short but heavy-built pony truss bridge.

Milltown Road Bridge
HSR

Milltown Road Over Lockatong Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: William H. Schaaf

This is a small pony truss in a scenic setting next to an old mill.

Rake Factory Road Bridge
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Rake Factory Road (Rake Road) Over Wickecheoke Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This is an unaltered example of a riveted pony truss compiled of riveted angles.

Upper Kingtown Road Bridge
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Upper Kingtown Road Over Capoolong Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Dover Boiler Works of Dover, New Jersey

This bridge is noted for its association with the Dover Boiler Works.

Califon Bridge
HSR

Main Street (CR-512) Over South Branch Raritan River in Califon: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: I. P. Bartley and Co. of Bartley, New Jersey and Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

Although this altered truss has the name of I. P. Bartley on its plaque, it is clearly a truss fabricated by Massillon Bridge Company.

Buttzville Road Bridge
HSR

Buttzville Road Over Pequest River in Rural: Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Unknown

This early rivet-connected truss bridge is features an uncommon double-Warren truss configuration.

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Twin Bridge North
HSR

River Road Over Black River in Forestport: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Havana Bridge Works of Montour Falls, New York and Elmira, New York

One of two truss bridges on this road, this example is noted for its ornate plaque and finials.

Station Road Bridge West
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Station Road Over Paulins Kill in Hainesburg: Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Havana Bridge Works of Montour Falls, New York and Elmira, New York

This bridge is a rare example of its builder and retains unique decorative finials.

Station Road Bridge East
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Station Road Over Paulins Kill Branch in Hainesburg: Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Unknown

This bridge is within sight of another historic truss bridge, creating an uncommon setting.

Jackson Road Bridge
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Jackson Road (Stevens Lane, Pleasant Valley Road) Over North Branch Raritan River in Rural: Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 21.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This bridge is a rare example of a Warren truss bridge with no verticals.

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Point Mountain Road Bridge
HSR

Point Mountain Road (CR-645) Over Musconetcong River in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey and Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

This bridge displays the distinctive design details of the Smith Bridge Company, a prolific Midwest builder that is not well represented in this region.

Hoffman's Crossing Bridge
HSR

Hoffmans Crossing Road Over South Branch Raritan River in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Tippett and Wood of Phillipsburg, New Jersey

This bridge is noteworthy for its association with a local company that more often built water towers than bridges.

Hollow Brook Road Bridge
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Hollow Brook Road Over Lamington River in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Inverted Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Unknown

This is a very unusual pony truss noted for its unusual truss configuration, decorative cast iron caps, and tiny span length.

Bridge Street Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over Railroad (CSX Trenton Line) in Manville: Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This well maintained truss bridge is notable for association with the Phoenix Bridge Company.

Burnt Mill Road Bridge
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Burnt Mill Road Over Lamington River in Rural: Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Unknown

This pony truss is a rare example of a Warren truss that has no vertical members.

Adamsville Bridge
HSR

Farmview Road (CR-71) (Gallipolis-Jackson Road) Over Raccoon Creek in Adamsville: Gallia County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Cantilevered Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 134 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: Unknown and Ohio State Highway Department

This incredible bridge may be the only example of its type in the country, and is one of the most significant historic bridges in Ohio.

Grand Ledge Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Grand River in Grand Ledge: Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 466 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 10 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1904 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

One of the most impressive deck trusses in Michigan, this bridge spans the unusual sandstone cliffs that grace the edge of the river in this area.

Tunkhannock Viaduct
Nicholson Bridge
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Railroad (St Lawrence and Hudson / Norfolk Southern) Over Tunkhannock Creek in Nicholson: Wyoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 2,375 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 12

Built 1915 By: Flickwir and Bush of New York, New York and Abraham Burton Cohen

The largest concrete bridge in the world, this enormous bridge has been called a wonder of the world.

Kingwood-Locktown Road Bridge
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Kingwood-Locktown Road Over Wickecheoke Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 24.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This classic riveted pony truss has some odd alterations but still looks nice overall.

Locktown-Sergeantsville Road Bridge
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Locktown-Sergeantsville Road Over Plum Brook in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is a tiny lightweight riveted pony truss composed of paired angles.

Locktown Sergeantsville Road Bridge
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Locktown Sergeantsville Road Over Wickecheoke Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This pony truss bridge was relocated to this location long ago.

York Street Bridge
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York Street Over Hakihohake Creek in Milford: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

This poor altered pony truss bridge has such shoddy looking repairs that it is comical!

Main Street Bridge
Kenneth "Red" Vandegrift Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Railroad (New Jersey Transit Raritan Valley Line) in Phillipsburg: Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 149 ft. Main Span: 137 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This impressively skewed and barely polygonal through truss bridge is noted for its unusual design details.

Haney's Mill Bridge
Brook Road Bridge
HSR

Brook Road Over Flat Brook in Rural: Sussex County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 10.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

With its a-frame portal bracing, this bridge is a good example of a late Wrought Iron Bridge Company truss bridge.

Brook Road Bridge
HSR

Brook Road Over Big Flat Brook in Rural: Sussex County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 11.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge remains on an old road that is today used by non-motorized traffic.

Old Mine Road Bridge
HSR

Old Mine Road Over Flat Brook in Rural: Sussex County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss was bypassed by a new bridge and abandoned.

Roy Tract Bridge
Roy's Bridge
HSR

Fish and Game Road Over Flat Brook in Rural: Sussex County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This bridge has some alterations but retains some nice details including cast iron pin caps.

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Walker Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Walker Hill Road (TR-342) Over Owens Run in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 57 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This unaltered riveted truss bridge has been closed to traffic.

Willow Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Willow Avenue in Bloomsbury: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Stone and Brick Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its skewed design and also its use of brick in the arch ribs.

Covered Bridge Road Bridge
HSR

Covered Bridge Road Over Wickecheoke Creek Tributary in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Despite the name of the road, this bridge is actually a small stone arch bridge.

Horseshoe Bend Road Bridge
HSR

Horseshoe Bend Road Over Copper Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 21 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Unknown

This small stone arch bridge has a very sharp bend as the road turns to cross the creek.

Municipal Drive Railroad Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Pohatcong Creek and Municipal Drive in Rural: Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

A lot of overhead fill and a substantial width make this overpass feel more like a pair of tunnels as it crosses over both creek and road.

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Kingwood Stockton Road Bridge
HSR

Kingwood Stockton Road (CR-519) Over Lockatong Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 14 ft. Roadway: 28.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This small arch bridge was replaced as part of a project to replace a truss bridge at this location.

Bridgepoint Bridge
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Mill Pond Road Over Pike Run in Bridgepoint: Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 57 ft. Main Span: 18 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1822 By: Unknown

Visiting this beautiful stone arch bridge within a historic district is like taking a trip back in time.

Island Road Bridge
HSR

Island Road Over Rockaway Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Altered with added beams, this is a fairly long span for a half-hip pony truss and as such it is also noted for its tall trusses.

Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Mill Road Over Rockaway Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Dover Boiler Works of Dover, New Jersey

This bridge is noted for its two very short truss spans that make use of uncommon steeple head rivets in some areas.

McCan Mill Road Bridge
Vliettown Bridge
HSR

McCan Mill Road Over Lamington River in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey and Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown

This is a traditional example of a relatively heavy-built riveted pony truss.

Meadow Lane Bridge
HSR

Meadow Lane Over North Branch Rockaway Creek in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Dover Boiler Works of Dover, New Jersey

For a truss bridge of this small size, this one is noted for unusually large eyebars in the end panels.

Stone Sign Post Road Bridge
HSR

Stone Sign Post Road Over Plum Brook in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 2 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: J. W. Scott of Flemington, New Jersey

This is a very short pony truss bridge that is also noted for its ornamentation, unsusual for such a diminutive span.

Peck's Ferry Bridge
HSR

Locktown-Flemington Road Over Plum Brook in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 2 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 29 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 24.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: J. W. Scott of Flemington, New Jersey

Although altered, the unusual design and ornamentation of this very short pony truss bridge can still be appreciated.

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Manners Road Bridge South
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Manners Road (CR-609) Over Back Brook in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Dover Boiler Works of Dover, New Jersey

One of two bridges on this section of road that are modern bridges that retained the historic trusses as decorative elements on them.

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Manners Road Bridge North
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Manners Road (CR-609) Over Neshanic River in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 71 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two bridges on this section of road that are modern bridges that retained the historic trusses as decorative elements on them.

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Hunter Road Bridge
Howell Living History Farm Bridge
HSR

Hunter Road Over Moores Creek (Pleasant Valley Creek) in Rural: Mercer County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Variety Iron Works of Cleveland, Ohio

Although a rare example of its builder, this bridge has been abandoned and is severely deteriorated and at risk for collapse.

Greens Bridge
Raritan Valley Line Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Raritan Valley Line, Central Railroad of New Jersey) Over Lapatcong Creek (Morris Canal) and NJ-122 in Phillipsburg: Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 394 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

This is an impressive, tall stone arch bridge that may date to the 1860s.

East Swinney Park Bridge
Mechanic Street Bridge
HSR

Rivergreenway (Non-Motorized Path) Over St. Marys River in Fort Wayne: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Metal 15 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Roadway: 8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

One of the most unusual and significant bridges in Indiana is this truss bridge built for pedestrian use only, and by an important company at that!

Stackpole Bridge
HSR

Simpson Road Over Stackpole Creek in Saco: York County, Maine, United States

Stone Semicircular Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1848 By: Unknown

With a tiny span and large abutments, this is the oldest known highway bridge in Maine.

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Dresden Suspension Bridge
HSR

OH-208 Over Muskingum River in Dresden: Muskingum County, Ohio, United States

Metal 24 Panel Pony Truss Stiffening Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 705 ft. Main Span: 443 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1914 By: Bellefontaine Bridge and Iron Company of Bellefontaine, Ohio and Clyde Tucker Morris of Columbus, Ohio

Bypassed and abandoned, this rare and beautiful bridge is one of a very small number of eyebar suspension bridges in the country.

Falling Rock Camp Iron Bridge
Doc Brown Bridge
HSR

Future Pedestrian Trail Over Rocky Fork in Rural: Licking County, Ohio, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 13 Panel Pin-Connected Post Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 14.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1872 By: Unknown

One of only a few known Post truss bridges in the country, this is a remarkable example of a cast iron truss bridge.

White Bridge
HSR

Riverside Drive Over Yellow Creek in Poland: Mahoning County, Ohio, United States

Metal 14 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 127 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1877 By: Ohio Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio and William Rezner of Cleveland, Ohio

This is one of the only surviving examples in the country of the unusual Rezner patent bowstring truss bridge.

Lorain Road Viaduct
HSR

Lorain Road (OH-10) Over Rocky River in Fairview Park: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 13 Panel Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,230 ft. Main Span: 256 ft. Roadway: 52.2 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1935 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and D. H. Overman and Ohio State Highway Department

This graceful arch bridge was noted for its early use of welds, reducing the use of rivets in many areas.

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Hilliard Road Bridge
HSR

Hilliard Road (CR 69) Over Rocky River in Rocky River and Lakewood: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 860 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1925 By: Walsh Construction Company of Cleveland, Ohio and Alfred M. Felgate

This large, ornate concrete arch bridge has sadly been allowed to deteriorate.

Brookpark Viaduct
HSR

Brookpark Road (OH-17) Over Rocky River in Fairview Park and Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,919 ft. Main Span: 192 ft. Roadway: 52.2 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1933 By: Highway Construction Company of Cleveland, Ohio and D. H. Overman and Ohio State Highway Department

This long and impressive arch bridge, and work of notable state engineer D. H. Overman, has been allowed to deteriorate.

Freedom Bridge
Owen County Bridge 99
HSR

Monon High Bridge Trail Over IN-25 (Hoosier Heartland Highway) in Delphi: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 303 ft. Main Span: 299 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Lafayette Bridge Company of Lafayette, Indiana

Noted for its significant length, design, and age, this bridge was relocated and reused as a pedestrian overpass to spectacular effect.

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Erie Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Western New York and Pennsylvania) Over Oil Creek in Oil City: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1892 By: Unknown

An attractive and unaltered example of a pin-connected railroad truss, this bridge contributes to a historic district.

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Sugarcreek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern, Former Atlantic and Great Western) Over Sugar Creek in Sugarcreek: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a beautiful railroad bridge with attractive portal and sway bracing, and is located right next to a highway truss!

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Irishtown Road Bridge
HSR

Irishtown Road (PA-2005) Over Railroad (Bessemer and Lake Erie) in Rural: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This bridge is an interesting example of a bridge that has both t-beam and girder spans with integrity.

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Peters Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Pittsburgh and West Virginia) Over Peters Creek and Piney Fork Road in Jefferson: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad bridge is noted for its through truss span with a highly unusual skew design.

Lion Bridge
Old Sutton Road Bridge
HSR

Sutton Road (IL-59) Abandoned Alignment Over Poplar Creek in Hoffman Estates: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown and Harry L. Emerson

An early surviving example of a concrete arch bridge and it has lion sculptures cast into the walls.

Dundee Road Bridge
HSR

Dundee Road (IL-68) Over Des Plaines River in Wheeling: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 172 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 52 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1905 By: Unknown and Harry L. Emerson

This is a bridge has a history of alteration, but at the core is a very old concrete arch bridge.

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Long Stretch Road Bridge
HSR

Long Stretch Road Over Turtle Creek in Rural: Bracken County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 8 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This rare cast and wrought iron bowsting truss bridge is in bad need of preservation.

Mine Road Bridge
HSR

Mine Road Over Stony Brook in Rural: Mercer County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This is an excellent example of a Pratt truss by the notable King Bridge Company.

Pottersville Bridge
HSR

Fairmount Road and Black River Road (CR-512) Over Lamington River in Pottersville: Hunterdon County, New Jersey and Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 27.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This is an unaltered example of a highway plate girder built by a noteworthy company.

Riverton-Belvidere Bridge
HSR

Water Street (Martins Creek Belvidere Highway, SR-1004) Over Delaware River in Belvidere and Riverton: Warren County, New Jersey and Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 652 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1904 By: New Jersey Bridge Company of Manasquan, New Jersey

A rare surviving example of its builder, this is an impressive multi-span truss bridge with an uncommon truss configuration.

Mahoning Avenue Viaduct
HSR

Mahoning Avenue Over Shenango River and Railroad (Various) in New Castle: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,195 ft. Main Span: 307 ft. Roadway: 29.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1923 By: Independent Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Thomas Gilkey

This extremely long bridge is noted for a curve during its length of over 1000 feet, as well as some oddly skewed spans.

NJ-173 Bridge
HSR

NJ-173 (Old US-22) Over South Branch Raritan River in Clinton: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 188 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This is an uncommon and unaltered example of a concrete-encased steel plate girder.

Pittsburgh and Lake Erie Railroad Bridge
Big Run Branch Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Pittsburgh and and Lake Erie) Over Shenango River in New Castle: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 370 ft. Main Span: 235 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This highly skewed and unusually ornate railroad bridge is one of the most beautiful railroad bridges ever seen!

Glendon Hill Road Canal Bridge
HSR

Glendon Hill Road Over Lehigh Canal and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Glendon: Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 137 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Guerber Engineering Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

This truss bridge crosses a historic canal and a railroad line in its single span.

Glendon Hill Road River Bridge
HSR

Glendon Hill Road Over Lehigh River in Easton: Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 357 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This truss bridge is noted for its use of rolled beams in uncommon areas.

Canal Road Bridge
Six Mile Creek Aqueduct
HSR

Canal Road and Delaware and Raritan Canal Over Six Mile Run in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 12 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1834 By: Unknown

This is a very old canal-related stone arch bridge and aqueduct that has been widened in an unusual way.

Mohawk Dam Bridge
HSR

Utility Access Road Over Muskingum River in Rural: Coshocton County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio

This bridge with variable depth truss serves as access to the utility building for a dam all of which is detailed in Art Deco style.

Mile Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Mile Creek Road Over Mile Creek in Rural: Knox County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has details more commonly associated with 1870s bowstrings, suggesting it is one of the oldest Pratt truss bridges in Ohio.

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Wangaum Falls Bridge
HSR

Wangum Road (TR-367) Over Middle Creek in Rural: Wayne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 89 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Unknown

Located in a breathtaking waterfall setting, demolishing and replacing this historic bridge on a one-lane road is an enormous waste.

Rexford Falls Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Mad Brook in Sherburne: Chenango County, New York, United States

Metal Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1877 By: William Sheldon of Sherburne, New York

This unique bowstring footbridge has unusual design details.

Rodrick Bridge
Ohio State University Newark Campus Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Local Drain in Newark: Licking County, Ohio, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 9 Panel Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1872 By: Coshocton Iron Works of Coshocton, Ohio and Squire Whipple

This nationally significant bridge is the only surviving Whipple arch type bowstring outside of New York State.

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M-50 Thornapple River Bridge
HSR

M-50 (North Clinton Trail) Over Thornapple River in Rural: Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 54.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Frank and Stiehl of Au Gres, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is an example of an attractive Michigan stringer design that features concrete encasement and concrete balustrade railings.

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M-50 Little Thornapple River Bridge
HSR

M-50 (North Clinton Trail) Over Little Thornapple River in Rural: Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a very small example of a Michigan stringer bridge with concrete balustrade railings.

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M-50 Thornapple River Overflow Bridge
HSR

M-50 (North Clinton Trail) Over Thornapple River Overflow in Rural: Eaton County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A very short t-beam that has a distinctive railing design used in Michigan for short spans.

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Wagon Wheel Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 77850
HSR

200th Street Over Des Moines River in Rural: Boone County, Iowa, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 703 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1911 By: Iowa Bridge Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This unique bridge is an extremely rare bridge that contains a variety of pin-connected through truss span designs.

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Birdsboro Bridge
Birdsboro Viaduct
HSR

PA-82 (Center Road, Furnace Street) Over Schuylkill River and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Birdsboro: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,123 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1927 By: Whitaker and Diehl of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and Charles F. Sanders

This large and unique bridge has a bridge ramp that intersects with it, and this ramp has an original brick deck and railings.

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Cochranton Bridge
HSR

PA-173 (Adams Street) Over French Creek in Cochranton: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 315 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Alex C. Bailey of Philipsburg, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

A two span through Parker truss forms a gateway into town.

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Johnson Road Bridge
HSR

Johnson Road Over Grand River in Rural: Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This bridge has distinctive ornamental portal bracing knees that allow historians to identify who built the bridge.

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Kiefel Bridge
Green Bridge
HSR

Green Bridge Road (Quemahoning Dam Road, TR-628) Over Quemahoning Creek in Rural: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 171 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1913 By: Unknown

An attractive example of a truss bridge composed of riveted angles in a beautiful setting.

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Eggner's Ferry Bridge
Eggner Ferry Bridge
HSR

US-68 and KY-80 Over Kentucky Lake (Tennessee River) in Rural: Marshall County, Kentucky and Trigg County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,496 ft. Main Span: 368 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1932 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana and J. M. Johnson

This impressive bridge was the victim of an accident when a boat hit and destroyed one of its span.

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Sellwood Bridge
HSR

Tacoma Street Over Willamette River in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Metal Continuous (Straight Chords) 22 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,972 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1925 By: Gilpin Construction Company of Portland, Oregon and Gustav Lindenthal and Ira G. Hedrick

The significance of this monumental bridge as an early large-scale continuous highway truss bridge designed by a famous engineer did not save it from the scrapyard.

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Shawville Bridge
HSR

Shawville Highway (PA-970) Over West Branch Susquehanna River in Shawville: Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 340 ft. Main Span: 163 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1937 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

A beautiful two-span truss bridge that went for 40 years without being painted thanks to improper maintainance.

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Van Zandt Bridge
Potter Road Bridge
HSR

Potter Road Over South Fork Nooksack River in Rural: Whatcom County, Washington, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 243 ft. Main Span: 10 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Portland Bridge Company of Portland, Oregon and Carl McCoy

This attractive riveted truss bridge in a scenic setting was sentenced to demolition and replacement.

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St. Anthony Parkway Bridge
Northtown Bridge
HSR

St. Anthony Parkway Over Railroad (BNSF and Canadian Pacific) in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 534 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This bridge is an impressive multi-span truss bridge crossing a railroad yard.

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South Bristol Bridge
HSR

ME-129 Over The Gut in South Bristol: Lincoln County, Maine, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This rare and frequently operated bobtail swing bridge is slated for demolition and replacement!

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Albert Street Bridge
Strathroy Bridge
HSR

Albert Street (CR-39) Over Sydenham River in Strathroy: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown

An attractive warren pony truss that retains original lattice guardrails.

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Beaverdams Road Bridge
HSR

Beaverdams Road Over Lake Gibson (Power Canal, Beaverdams Creek) in Thorold: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1946 By: Unknown

This attractive riveted pony truss is the latest heritage bridge in the Region of Niagara to be at risk for demolition.

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Beaverdams Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Lake Gibson (Power Canal, Beaverdams Creek) in Thorold: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1946 By: Unknown

A large single-span through plate girder that has been abandoned.

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Merrittville Highway Bridge
Power Canal Bridge
HSR

Merrittville Highway Over Lake Gibson (Power Canal, Beaverdams Creek) in Thorold: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1946 By: Unknown

An impressive two-span pony truss continues to serve a fairly high volume of traffic.

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Mitchell's Bridge
HSR

North Line Over Burnt River in Rural: Kawartha Lakes City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This classic heritage truss bridge is slated for demolition and replacement with an ugly modern bridge!

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Puce River Bridge
HSR

CR-22 Over Puce River in Puce: Essex County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is an intact and uncommon example of a multi-span rigid-frame bridge.

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Seaway International Bridge
North Channel Bridge
HSR

Seaway International Bridge Road Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) North Channel and Canal in Cornwall: Stormont Dundas and Glengarry United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal Continuous (Arched) Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,350 ft. Main Span: 414 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1962 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario and Hugh Pratley of Montréal, Québec

This iconic bridge is a late, but rare and unusual arched truss and is being replaced with a boring low level bridge.

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Upper Big Chute Road Bridge
HSR

Upper Big Chute Road (CR-17) Over North River in Rural: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1948 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its use of lattice railing.

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Morris Road Bridge
HSR

Morris Road (TR-653) Over Railroad (Erie Railroad) in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

An extremely unusual, abandoned railroad overpass truss bridge.

Dresden Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Ohio Central Railroad) Over Wakatomika Creek in Dresden: Muskingum County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This is a late example of a pin-connected railroad through truss.

Ellis Bridge
Pennsylvania Railroad Bridge 12
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Muskingum River in Rural: Muskingum County, Ohio, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 550 ft. Main Span: 134 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has a complex and fascinating history and includes a rare Whipple truss span.

East Main Street Bridge
HSR

East Main Street Over North Fork Licking River in Newark: Licking County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 157 ft. Main Span: 151 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This unusually wide pin-connected truss bridge remains open to heavy traffic today, albeit with significant alterations.

Mount Vernon Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX, Ohio Central Railroad) Over Kokosing River in Mount Vernon: Knox County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1899 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works)

This is one of several nice looking historic railroad truss bridges in Mt. Vernon.

Mount Vernon Dry Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX, Ohio Central Railroad) Over Dry Creek in Mount Vernon: Knox County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works)

With a slight skew, this is one of several nice looking historic railroad truss bridges in Mt. Vernon.

Mount Vernon Heart of Ohio Railroad Bridge
Mount Vernon Pennsylvania Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Heart of Ohio Rail-Trail) Over Kokosing River in Mount Vernon: Knox County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 230 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an impressive and well preserved railroad truss bridge, one of three railroad truss bridges in this city.

Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street (OH-13) Over Kokosing River in Mount Vernon: Knox County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1892 By: T. B. Townsend of Zanesville, Ohio

This impressive stone arch bridge remains the primary highway bridge in Mount Vernon.

Lucerne Road Bridge
Ariel Foundation Park Pratt Truss Bridge
HSR

Park Road Over Park Stream in Mount Vernon: Knox County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 13.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio

Although they do not function as load-bearing trusses anymore, these Pratt trusses remain historic structures that add beauty and heritage to a unique park.

OH-715 Walhonding River Bridge
HSR

OH-715 Over Walhonding River in Rural: Coshocton County, Ohio, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 410 ft. Main Span: 203 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1914 By: Central Concrete and Construction Company of Canton, Ohio and Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This rare example of a multi-span pin-connected Pennsylvania through truss has been bypassed and abandoned.

Warren Road Bridge
HSR

Warren Road (TR-147) Over Wakatomica Creek in Rural: Knox County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has details suggesting it may date to the 1880s and be a product of the Mount Vernon Bridge Company.

Limestone Valley Road Kent Run Bridge
HSR

Limestone Valley Road Over Kent Run in Rural: Muskingum County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This is the larger of a couple of curved chord through girder bridges on this section of road.

Limestone Valley Road Bridge
HSR

Limestone Valley Road Over Kent Run Tributary in Rural: Muskingum County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 29 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is the smaller of a couple of curved chord through girder bridges on this section of road.

Dry Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Private Driveway Over Dry Creek in Rural: Licking County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Located on a private driveway, this is an unusual pony truss noted for its latticed endpost.

Bradner Creek Bridge
HSR

Farm Access Over Bradner Creek in Rural: Livingston County, New York, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Horseheads Bridge Company of Horseheads, New York

Featuring the unusual and decorative details of its builder, this is one of the few surviving examples of the Horseheads Bridge Company.

Everman Road West Ditch Bridge
HSR

Everman Road Over West Ditch in Rural: Livingston County, New York, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This short, abandoned pony truss had a lot a major alterations during its service life.

Hendricks Ford Bridge
Hendrickson Ford Bridge
HSR

Hendricks Ford Road Over Driftwood River in Rural: Bartholomew County, Indiana, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 316 ft. Main Span: 158 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1880 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This very old truss bridge is a rare example of a multi-span Whipple truss, and has several unusual details.

Blue Bridge
Lamereaux Road Bridge
HSR

Lamereaux Road (TR-118) Over West Branch Huron River in Rural: Huron County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1882 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This attractive through truss has stringers that today carry the live load, and is noted for slight differences between the two truss spans.

Big Run Road Bridge
HSR

Big Run Road (Old Alignment) Over Kokosing River in Rural: Knox County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 194 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This bridge was bypassed and later preserved for pedestrian use. Do not be fooled by all the bolts, this used to be an all-riveted bridge!

Rocky Fork Road Bridge
HSR

Rocky Fork Road Over Rocky Fork in Rural: Licking County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Pittsburgh - Des Moines Steel Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Ohio State Highway Department

This is a state-designed highway truss with a relatively early use of rolled Bethlehem wide flange beams.

Painter Run Private Bridge
HSR

Private Driveway Over Painter Run in Rural: Licking County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Someone gets to drive over this classic little pony truss bridge every time they leave their home!

Black River Bridge
Posey County Bridge 53
HSR

Griffin Road Over Black River in Rural: Posey County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 242 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Toledo Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio (Former Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio)

This truss bridge has an unusual subdivided center panel and strangely lists the name of the river it crosses on the portal.

Bloomsbury Bridge
HSR

Church Street (CR-579) Over Musconetcong River in Bloomsbury: Hunterdon County, New Jersey and Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Toledo Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio (Former Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio)

This one-lane truss bridge was widened to two lanes and placed on top of a new steel stringer bridge.

Kedzie Avenue CN Railroad Bridge
Chicago, Madison and Northern Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National, Former Chicago, Madison and Northern) Over Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 479 ft. Main Span: 474 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Toledo Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio (Former Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio)

The longest swing span in Cook County, this center-pivot swing bridge has an attractive peak at the center of its span, unlike two nearby swing bridges.

Lesher Road Bridge
HSR

Lesher Road (TR-614) Over Pithole Creek in Rural: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Toledo Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio (Former Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio)

This small pony truss was spared demolition by adding a load-bearing stringer bridge on top of the truss deck.

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Orange Road Bridge
HSR

Orange Road Over Olentangy River in Rural: Delaware County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 182 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Toledo Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio (Former Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio)

Although bypassed, this bridge with remarkable historic integrity is having its fate decided, and could face demolition.

Sterling Road Bridge
HSR

M-156 Sidewalk Over Silver Creek in Morenci: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Toledo Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio (Former Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio)

This small through truss was moved from Hillsdale County to Morenci to serve pedestrian traffic.

Powell Bridge
TR-48 Bridge
HSR

TR-48 Over Tiderishi Ditch in Rural: Hancock County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Toledo Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio (Former Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio)

A small half-hip pony truss turns an otherwise nondescript road into something worth driving down.

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Bridgeport Bridge
Pony Bridge, William H. Murray Bridge
HSR

Historic US-66 (US-281, OK-8) Over South Canadian River in Rural (Near Bridgeport): Caddo County, Oklahoma and Canadian County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,944 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 38

Built 1933 By: Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Oklahoma Highway Commission

With 38 truss spans, this is the longest known simple-span pony truss bridge in America, a signature Route 66 bridge, and the longest bridge in Oklahoma.

Tarentum Bridge
George Stuart Memorial Bridge
HSR

PA-366 Over Allegheny River and 1st Avenue in Tarentum: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,784 ft. Main Span: 446 ft. Roadway: 55 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1949 By: Unknown

As a result of demolition, this bridge is an increasingly rare example of a bridge on the Allegheny River with historic and aesthetic value.

62nd Street Bridge
Senator Robert D. Fleming Bridge
HSR

62nd Street (PA-8) Over Allegheny River and Various Streets and Railroad in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Cantilever Deck Girder,

Length: 2,106 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Parsons, Brinckerhoff, Hall, and Macdonald of New York, New York

This late example of a riveted cantilever truss bridge has an unusually shaped truss, with a shallow arched appearance.

Stone Cliff Bridge
Thurmond-McDenoree Road Bridge
HSR

Thurmond-McDenoree Road (CR-25) Over New River and Railroad in Rural: Fayette County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 760 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This unique bridge compliments its breathtaking setting very nicely.

Hinton Main Street Bridge
Avis Overhead Bridge
HSR

Main Street (Old WV-107) Over Grace Street and Railroad (CSX) in Hinton: Summers County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 445 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This impressive viaduct includes not only one of the only rainbow arch spans in West Virginia, but an impressive curved approach system of deck arch spans as well.

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Howellville Road Bridge
HSR

Howellville Road Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Howellville (Tredyffrin Township): Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: Unknown

This bridge is a very old and rare example of its kind, yet remains in good condition.

2nd Avenue Bridge
HSR

2nd Avenue Over Thunder Bay River in Alpena: Alpena County, Michigan, United States

Metal Railing Height Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam),

Length: 262 ft. Main Span: 127 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: W. J. Storen Company of Detroit, Michigan and Clifford E. Paine of Chicago, Illinois

This noteworthy bascule bridge won an award for its beauty when constructed.

Alderson Bridge
HSR

Monroe Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Greenbrier River in Alderson: Greenbrier County, West Virginia and Monroe County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 453 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1914 By: Concrete Steel Bridge Company of Clarksburg, West Virginia and Frank Duff McEnteer

One of the most notable concrete arch bridges in the state, this is also one of the only historic bridges in the entire state to be preserved!

Fort Spring Bridge
HSR

CR-43 (Fort Spring Pike Road) Over Greenbrier River in Rural: Greenbrier County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 253 ft. Main Span: 169 ft. Roadway: 21.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This riveted truss bridge is in suprisingly good condition.

Laurel Run Road Bridge
HSR

CR-40-15 (Laurel Run Road) Over Little Birch River in Rural: Braxton County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This pony truss bridge has been abandoned, and is noted for its laced endposts.

Belleville Road Bridge
Burroughs Street Bridge
HSR

Burroughs Street Over Flat River in Rural: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and Michigan State Highway Department

This historic camelback truss was moved to Burroughs Street from Wayne County

Euritt Bridge
HSR

River Road Over Grand River in Rural: Decatur County, Iowa, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Truss, Fixed

Length: 235 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Daniel and Webster of Garden Grove, Iowa

This bridge includes a remarkable pony truss span that is a bedstead at one end only, as well as an unaltered through truss span.

Lower Bridge
English Center Bridge
HSR

Little Pine Creek Road (PA-4001) Over Little Pine Creek in English Center: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Plate Girder Stiffening Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed

Length: 306 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York

Perhaps the only surviving example of its kind, this is among the most unusual and significant historic bridges in the country.

Creamery Bridge
Miami County Bridge No. 49
HSR

8th Street (Plum Creek Road) Over Marais Des Cygnes River in Osawatomie: Miami County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Marsh (Standard) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 316 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Maxwell Construction Company of Columbus, Kansas and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

One of the most visually impressive Marsh arch bridges in Kansas, this one has also been sensitively rehabilitated.

Asylum Bridge
HSR

1st Street (Osawatomie Road) Over Marais Des Cygnes River in Osawatomie: Miami County, Kansas, United States

Metal Continuous 8 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Modified Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 219 ft. Main Span: 121 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri

This is one of the most unique bridges in the entire country with a design that defies classification, but has been called a Reverse Parker truss.

Soden's Grove Bridge
Soden Grove Bridge
HSR

Commercial Street (Old KS-99) Over Cottonwood River in Emporia: Lyon County, Kansas, United States

Concrete 14 Panel Marsh (Tied) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Western Bridge Company of Harrisonville, Missouri and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

The oldest dated Marsh arch bridge in Kansas, this impressive Marsh arch bridge was bypassed and left standing for pedestrians.

Humboldt Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over Neosho River in Humboldt: Allen County, Kansas, United States

Concrete 12 Panel Marsh (Tied) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 248 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1932 By: J.S. Vance and Son of Parsons, Kansas and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

The two large arches of this bridge which gracefully rise above the roadway provide an iconic gateway for Humboldt.

Route 66 Brush Creek Bridge
HSR

Historic US-66 Over Brush Creek in Rural: Cherokee County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Marsh (Standard) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 133 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Maxwell Construction Company of Columbus, Kansas and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

Historic Route 66 only enters Kansas for a few miles, but in that short distance it includes one of Kansas' Marsh arch bridges, the only one on Route 66.

Red Oak II Bridge
HSR

Red Oak II Drive Over Red Oak II Lagoon in Rural: Jasper County, Missouri, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This rare Kingpost truss bridge was relocated to Red Oak II, a living history exhibit

Polo Bridge
Otter Creek Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over Park Lagoon in Polo: Caldwell County, Missouri, United States

Metal 10 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1875 By: Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company of Leavenworth, Kansas

Reocated for pedestrian use, this rare cast and wrought iron bowstring is one of the only examples of a bowstring by Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Works.

Nebraska Road Bridge
HSR

Nebraska Road Over Tauy Creek in Rural: Franklin County, Kansas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri

This remarkable and unique bridge is of extremely lightweight design, and documents a transition from pin to riveted connections.

60th Street Bridge
Oinck Bridge
HSR

60th Street Over Fishing River in Rural: Ray County, Missouri, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Girder, Fixed

Length: 232 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge has a very tall and imposing look to it, thanks to its position, span length, and unusually narrow roadway.

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Imperial Avenue Bridge
Ridge Road Bridge (Iowa Number 197890)
HSR

Imperial Avenue (Ridge Road) Over North Skunk River in Kellogg: Jasper County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Marshalltown Bridge and Iron Works of Marshalltown, Iowa

An attractive pin-connected truss bridge sits unused and abandoned, ready for a restoration.

Jenks Bridge
HSR

96th Street (Old Alignment) Over Arkansas River in Jenks and Tulsa: Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,941 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 19

Built 1948 By: Standard Paving Company of Tulsa, Oklahoma and George O. Straughan and Oklahoma Highway Commission

This bridge is noted for its extraordinary number of pony truss spans, and is one of two such bridges in the county.

Haskell Bridge
HSR

OK-104 (Old Alignment) Over Arkansas River in Rural: Wagoner County, Oklahoma and Muskogee County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,564 ft. Main Span: 153 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1911 By: Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company of Leavenworth, Kansas

This abandoned bridge is one of the longest simple-span pin-connected truss bridges in the entire country!

Old OK-104 Bridge
HSR

OK-104 (Old Alignment) Over Choska Creek in Rural: Wagoner County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Located just east of the Arkansas River bridge, this small abandoned pony truss is nearly completely buried in overgrowth.

Southern Villa Bridge
Old Jenks Bridge
HSR

Oak Drive Over Joe Creek in Tulsa: Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Relocated and preserved here to serve a residential community, this bridge was originally part of the former Jenks Bridge.

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Broadway Bridge
Buck O'Neil Bridge
HSR

US-169 (Broadway Boulevard) Over Missouri River and Various Streets and Railroads in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri and Clay County, Missouri, United States

Metal Tied Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,764 ft. Main Span: 540 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1955 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Howard, Needles, Tammen and Bergendorff of Kansas City, Missouri

A monumental bridge with a complex approach system displays traditional riveted fabrication applied to then-modern superhighway design.

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Stephenson Road 1 Bridge
McCamus Bridge / Bird's Bridge
HSR

Stephenson Road 1 Over North Branch Muskoka River in Bracebridge and Huntsville: Muskoka District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 153 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Roadway: 14.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Central Bridge and Engineering Company of Peterborough, Ontario and William H. Law of Peterborough, Ontario

This beautiful heritage truss could have been preserved, but is instead a victim of bad abutments and a lack of local appreciation.

Sauble Falls Bridge
HSR

Sauble Falls Parkway (Old Alignment) Over Sauble River in Sauble Falls: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Theodore Seaman

With excellent historic integrity, this lone remnant of the Sauble Falls community is this rare and relatively long multi-span girder bridge.

Walkers Bridge
Allenford Road Bridge
HSR

Allenford Road Over Sauble River in South Bruce Penninsula: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of the only bridges with heritage value located on the Bruce Penninsula.

Port Elgin Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Bruce County Rail-Trail) Over Mill Creek in Port Elgin (Saugeen Shores): Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of only a couple known railway truss bridges in Bruce County, this one has been converted to a rail-trail.

South Pine River Private Bridge
HSR

Private Driveway Over South Pine River in Huron-Kinloss: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Now a private driveway, this former highway truss bridge noted for its lightweight members remains in place.

Lanesville Line Bridge
HSR

Lanesville Line Over 9 Mile River in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is the only metal truss bridge along this stretch of river.

Division Line Bridge
HSR

Division Line Over 9 Mile River in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of three concrete girders along this stretch of river. Each girder bridge is a little different looking.

River Mill Line Bridge
HSR

River Mill Line Over 9 Mile River in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is one of three concrete girders along this stretch of river. Each girder bridge is a little different looking.

Cransford Line Bridge
HSR

Cransford Line Over 9 Mile River in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is one of three concrete girders along this stretch of river. Each girder bridge is a little different looking.

Niagara Canyon Bridge
Cisco Bridge / Goldstream Railway Trestle
HSR

Railroad (Island Corridor Foundation, Southern Railway of British Columbia) Over Niagara Creek in Rural: Capital District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Cantilever 21 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 525 ft. Main Span: 315 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1884 By: Hawkes, Crayshay and Company of Gateshead, England and Charles Conrad Schneider

This is the oldest cantilever truss bridge in North America and among the first major cantilevers built in the world.

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Martin Road Bridge
Valley Mills Bridge
HSR

Martin Road Over Shiawassee River in Rural: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio

This ancient bridge displays remarkable beauty and historic integrity, yet is in danger of collapse!

Winterbourne Bridge
HSR

Peel Street Over Grand River in Woolwich Township: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 311 ft. Main Span: 154 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This beautiful heritage bridge is an extremely rare multi-span example of its type.

Buggy Bridge
HSR

Buggy Lane (Crooks Tract Road) Over Grand River in Woolwich Township: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

One of the most unusual bridges in Ontario is this through truss-like structure pieced together from random pieces of salvaged riveted steel.

Martin Street Bridge
Mill Street Bridge
HSR

Martin Street (Mill Street) Over South Saugeen River in Wellington North (Mt. Forest): Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Central Bridge and Engineering Company of Peterborough, Ontario and William H. Law of Peterborough, Ontario

This bridge is a rare example of a surviving pin-connected truss bridge built by a notable Ontario builder, and remains open for non-motorized traffic.

St. Jacobs Railway Viaduct
St. Jacobs Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Waterloo Junction Railway) (Canadian National) Over Conestogo River and Abandoned Mill Race in Woolwich Township (St. Jacobs): Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 466 ft. Main Span: 158 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

An impressive railway deck truss bridge that includes a series of tower and girder style approach spans at each end.

Springbank Road Bridge
HSR

Springbank Road Over Ausable River in North Middlesex: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Despite some changes to the approach spans, the main span of this bridge remains a complete example of a riveted pony truss bridge.

Chatsworth Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific Rail-Trail) Over Spey River Tributary in Chatsworth Township: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Stone and Brick Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1873 By: William Henry, W. Henderson, and John Forbes

Concerned citizens successfully put an end to demolition plans for this rare stone arch bridge, which today is preserved.

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Waubaushene Bridge
Duck Bay Road Bridge
HSR

Duck Bay Road Over Matchedash Bay in Waubaushene: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This three span pony truss bridge is a very unique structure.

Huron Street Bridge
HSR

Huron Street Over Avon River in Stratford: Perth County, Ontario, Canada

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 113 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1885 By: John Corrie

Not only is this a rare example of a stone arch bridge, it is an unusually ornate example of its kind in Ontario.

Sideroad 3 Bridge
HSR

Sideroad 3 Over Sauble River in Chatsworth Township: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss appeared to be in good condition, yet was closed to traffic perhaps due to abutment problems.

Road 129 Bridge
HSR

Road 129 Over Smith Creek in Perth East (Near Milverton): Perth County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This largely unaltered truss bridge sits in a traditional agricultural setting.

Conestogo River Driveway Bridge
HSR

Private Driveway Over Conestogo River in Wellington North (Near Arthur): Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Located on a private driveway, this appears to be a former highway truss bridge that was relocated here.

35 Line Bridge
Old King's Highway 8 Bridge
HSR

35 Line (Former KH-8 Alignment) Over Whirl Creek in West Perth: Perth County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

Closed to vehicular traffic, this bridge is on former King's Highway alignment, and as such displays standard provincial-level bridge design.

Wellington Terrace Bridge
6th Line Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Heritage Garden in Centre-Wellington Township: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 20.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

In addition to its significance as a concrete bowstring bridge, this is also notable as a concrete bridge that has been relocated.

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Mill Creek Bridge
HSR

Marian Avenue (Abandoned) Over Mill Creek in Fort Scott: Bourbon County, Kansas, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This mysterious bridge appears to have been pieced together long ago from a variety of other bridges by amateurs with no engineering background.

Independence Bowstring Bridge
HSR

Burns Street Over Verdigris River in Independence: Montgomery County, Kansas, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 229 ft. Main Span: 154 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1871 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This incredible bridge is one of the finest surviving iron bowstring truss bridges, and one of the only ones to use Phoenix columns.

Wea Creek Bridge
Antioch Road Bridge
HSR

West Trail Over Kansas River Tributary in Topeka: Shawnee County, Kansas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 69 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1870 By: Buckeye Bridge Works of Cleveland, Ohio

This is the last surviving example in the country of a Mahlon Miller patent design bowstring truss bridge.

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Scioto Darby Road Bridge
HSR

Scioto Darby Road Over Big Darby Creek in Rural: Pickaway County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 255 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1910 By: Oregonia Bridge Company of Lebanon, Ohio

This attractive truss bridge remains in use and in good condition.

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Pherdon Road Private Bridge
HSR

Private Access Over South Branch Macon Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This extremely unusual bridge has inclined end posts riveted to vertical beams that support the truss like a bedstead.

206th Street Bridge
HSR

206th Street Over Delaware River Branch in Rural: Jefferson County, Kansas and Jackson County, Kansas, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This is a rare Kingpost pony truss that as of 2016 remained open to traffic as well.

294th Street Bridge
HSR

294th Road Over Grasshopper Creek in Rural: Atchison County, Kansas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss is noted for its cast iron bearing shoes and use of star iron outriggers.

Randolph Road Bridge
HSR

Randolph Road Over Duncan Creek in Rural: Doniphan County, Kansas, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This remarkable bridge was clearly pieced together from salvaged parts of a railroad truss bridge.

Monument Road Bridge
HSR

Park Pathway Over Park Stream in Rural: Doniphan County, Kansas, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected A-Frame Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Relocated to a park, this unique bridge was built using salvaged parts of some other truss bridge.

Larkinburg Road Bridge
HSR

Larkinburg Road Over Cottonwood Creek in Rural: Doniphan County, Kansas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This truss bridge was long ago relocated to this location, and was shortened when the move took place.

ASB Bridge
Fratt Bridge - Armour-Swift-Burlington Bridge
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Missouri River in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri and Clay County, Missouri, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,475 ft. Main Span: 428 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri

This unique bridge is one of only two unusual telescoping vertical lift bridges in the country.

Central Avenue Bridge
Central Avenue Viaduct
HSR

Central Avenue Over Kansas River (Kaw River) and Various Roads and Railroads in Kansas City: Wyandotte County, Kansas, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,451 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1918 By: Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Harrington, Howard, and Ash of Kansas City, Missouri

While its use, deck configuration, and approach system have changed over the years, the double deck truss spans over the river remain intact.

Rock Island - Armourdale Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific) Over Kansas River (Kaw River) in Kansas City: Wyandotte County, Kansas, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 740 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1905 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This classic railroad bridge sits abandoned and would be a great candidate for conversion for pedestrian use.

7th Street Trafficway Bridge
Herman G. Dillion Bridge
HSR

7th Street (US-169) Northbound Lanes Over Kansas River (Kaw River) and Various Roads and Railroads in Kansas City: Wyandotte County, Kansas, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,018 ft. Main Span: 334 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: Unknown

This graceful cantilever deck truss is surrounded by another bridge plus fences and railroads and is hard to view and photograph.

Neosho Rapids Bridge
HSR

Road 145 Over Neosho River in Neosho Rapids: Lyon County, Kansas, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 473 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1940 By: C. J. McCoy Construction Company of Emporia, Kansas

This bridge is the last surviving example of this unusual small-scale continuous through truss in Kansas.

Rocky Ford Bridge
HSR

Road P Over Cottonwood River in Rural: Lyon County, Kansas, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 219 ft. Main Span: 215 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pin-connected Pratt truss is noted for its above-average span length.

Anderson Road Bridge
HSR

Anderson Road (RS 1592) Over Negro Creek in Rural: Atchison County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown

This is a good representative example of a concrete through girder bridge in Kanas.

Haskell Road Bridge
HSR

Haskell Road (Farmington South Road) Over Stranger Creek in Rural: Atchison County, Kansas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is a traditional example of a riveted polygonal Warren pony truss in a rural location.

81st Street Bridge
HSR

81st Street Over Rock Creek in Rural: Jefferson County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Marsh (Standard) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 117 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This bridge is an excellent example of small-scale Marsh rainbow arch bridge construction.

Finney Road Bridge
Valley Falls Cedar Creek Bridge
HSR

Finney Road (K-900 Parks Route) Over Cedar Creek in Rural: Jefferson County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Marsh (Tied) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 202 ft. Main Span: 91 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: F. P. Watkins of El Dorado, Kansas and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This rainbow Marsh arch is complimented by a number of simple approach spans.

KS-4 Bridge
HSR

KS-4 Over Rock Creek in Rural: Jefferson County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 173 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1961 By: Unknown

This is a representative example of a curved t-beam bridge with original railings.

Jewell Road Bridge
HSR

Jewell Road Over Stranger Creek in Rural: Atchison County, Kansas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 114 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed example of a riveted pony truss bridge.

Old Jefferson Town Bridge
Rock Creek Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Local Creek in Oskaloosa: Jefferson County, Kansas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1875 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This small cast and wrought iron bowstring truss bridge has been relocated and preserved in this location.

Carey's Ford Bridge
HSR

335th Street Over Marais Des Cygnes River in Rural: Miami County, Kansas, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 248 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri

This bridge offers a nice combination of riveted pony and pin-connected through truss spans.

Spencer's Crossing Bridge
HSR

2370 Road Over Pottawatomie Creek in Rural: Anderson County, Kansas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 230 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

With both through and pony truss spans, this bridge is a one-stop visit to learn about the typical design details of the Wrought Iron Bridge Company.

5th Street Bridge
Pine Street Bridge
HSR

5th Street (Pine Street) Over Railroad (BNSF) in Melvern: Osage County, Kansas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 148 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This bridge has a design that makes it cleat it is associated with the railroad.

Old KS-7 Bridge
6th Street Bridge
HSR

6th Street (Old KS-7) Over Pottawatomie Creek in Osawatomie: Miami County, Kansas, United States

Concrete 12 Panel Marsh (Tied) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 373 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: J.S. Vance and Son of Parsons, Kansas and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This Marsh arch bridge was rehabilitated in 2012 and offers two different lengths over its three span configuration.

Caplinger Mills Bridge
HSR

676 Road Over Sac River in Caplinger Mills: Cedar County, Missouri, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Queenpost Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 488 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1895 By: Chicago Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

With a spectacular combination of truss types, this is among the largest surviving pin-connected highway truss bridges in the state.

327th Street Bridge
HSR

327th Street Over Marais de Cygnes River Tributary in Rural: Miami County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Topeka Bridge and Iron Company of Topeka, Kansas

This is a small but intact example of a Luten arch bridge.

Tyree Road Bridge
HSR

Tyree Road (CR 657) Over McCarty Creek in Rural: Vernon County, Missouri, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company of Leavenworth, Kansas

This pony truss is noted for its use of star iron for its outriggers.

Young's Ford Bridge
HSR

Logan Road Over Clear Creek in Rural: Vernon County, Missouri, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 11 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: St. Louis Bridge and Iron Company of St. Louis, Missouri

This bridge is a rare and old surviving example of a bridge built by the St. Louis Bridge and Iron Company.

Hackleman Bridge
HSR

MO-39 Over Cedar Creek in Rural: Cedar County, Missouri, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 221 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Ben D. Prater of Harrisonville, Missouri and Missouri State Highway Commission

This is a late but traditional state highway riveted pony truss.

305th Street Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 81560
HSR

305th Street Over Lime Creek in Rural: Buchanan County, Iowa, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is a short through truss bridge with a distinctive supervisor plaque.

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3rd Street Bridge
Green Bridge
HSR

3rd Street (Harmon Street) Over Cedar River in Waverly: Bremer County, Iowa, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 363 ft. Main Span: 121 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1917 By: Illinois Steel Bridge Company of Jacksonville, Illinois

This attractive riveted truss bridge has been at risk for demolition.

Waddell "A" Truss Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over Rush Creek in Parkville: Platte County, Missouri, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected A-Frame Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works) and J. A. L. Waddell

This is one of only two surviving a-frame bridges in the country designed by J.A.L. Waddells himself.

Harry S. Truman Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Missouri River in Rural: Jackson County, Missouri and Clay County, Missouri, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,577 ft. Main Span: 417 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1945 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Howard, Needles, Tammen and Bergendorff of Kansas City, Missouri

This is a later example of a riveted vertical lift bridge, and a rare steel bridge completed during World War II.

90th Street Bridge
HSR

90th Street Over Big Slough Creek in Rural: Jefferson County, Kansas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This bridge has a couple unusual details, and with the exception of altered portal bracing, retains good historic integrity.

Memorial Bridge
HSR

Comanche Avenue Over Caney River in Bartlesville: Washington County, Oklahoma, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 317 ft. Main Span: 139 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Wood and White of Tulsa, Oklahoma

This bridge is noted for its attractive design including ornamental pillars that are a memorial to those who fought in World War I.

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Cherokee Bridge
Bartles Road Bridge
HSR

OK-123 (Bartles Road, Cherokee Avenue) Over Caney River in Bartlesville: Washington County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 418 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: L. M. Mackey of Wagoner, Oklahoma and Oklahoma Highway Commission

This truss bridge consists of both pony and through truss spans and is noted for its lack of alteration including sidewalks.

Johnstone Avenue Bridge
HSR

Johnstone Avenue (3946 Road) Over Sand Creek in Bartlesville: Washington County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 295 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This pin-connected truss bridge has been bypassed and abandoned.

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OK-99 Caney River Bridge
HSR

OK-99 Over Caney River in Rural: Osage County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 535 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1935 By: M. E. Gillioz of Monett, Missouri and Oklahoma Highway Commission

This early surviving K-Parker truss bridge has three truss spans, and each span is different.

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OK-99 Pond River Bridge
HSR

OK-99 Over Pond River in Rural: Osage County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 315 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: M. E. Gillioz of Monett, Missouri and Oklahoma Highway Commission

This is one of two K-Parker truss bridges found along this stretch of road.

Rangeline Road Bridge
HSR

Rangeline Road (Kickapoo Road) Over Squirrel Creek in Shawnee: Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma, United States

Concrete 9 Panel Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown and Oklahoma Highway Commission

This is the only rainbow arch bridge in the entire state!

Bixby Bridge
HSR

US-64 (Old Alignment) Over Arkansas River in Bixby: Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,900 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 19

Built 1939 By: Guy H. James of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Oklahoma Highway Commission

This bridge is noted for its extraordinary number of pony truss spans, and is one of two such bridges in the county.

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James C. Nance Bridge
US-77 South Canadian River Bridge
HSR

US-77 Over South Canadian River and Railroad in Lexington and Purcell: Cleveland County, Oklahoma and McClain County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,642 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 34

Built 1938 By: Guy H. James of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Nelson Turner

One of the longest simple-span deck trusses in the entire country, this iconic bridge was reduced to a pile of scrap metal!

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OK-10 Spring River Bridge
HSR

OK-10 Over Spring River in Rural: Ottawa County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 631 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1952 By: Unknown and Oklahoma Highway Commission

This beautiful deck truss bridge in a scenic location looks a lot older than it is.

3370 Road Bridge
HSR

3370 Road Over Deep Fork Canadian River in Rural: Lincoln County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 193 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This is one of two traditional riveted Pratt through truss bridges in this area.

3380 Road Bridge
HSR

3380 Road Over Deep Fork Canadian River in Rural: Lincoln County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 173 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: J. O. Mathews

This is one of two traditional riveted Pratt through truss bridges in this area.

Cowley Bridge
Kelso Bridge
HSR

West Stevens Creek Road Over Elk River in Rural: Lincoln County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 11 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 171 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

Not only is this the only iron bowstring in the state, it is one of the longest bowstring spans in North America, and the longest known of its builder.

US-281 Tower Bridge
HSR

Historic US-66 (US-281, OK-8) Over Canadian River Tributary in Rural: Caddo County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 378 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 11

Built 1933 By: Unknown and Oklahoma Highway Commission

Only the most observant travelers on Historic Route 66 will discover that this high level bridge is more than a typical steel stringer bridge.

3350 Road Bridge
HSR

3350 Road Over Eagle Creek in Rural: Lincoln County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 2 Panel Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This rare kingpost pony truss appears to have been pieced together from other salvaged truss bridge parts at an unknown date.

96th Street Bridge
HSR

96th Street Over Bird Creek in Rural: Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 303 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

Perhaps a rail bridge originally, this bridge was relocated here long ago from an unknown location and widened for highway traffic.

131st Street Bridge
HSR

131st Street Over Bird Creek in Rural: Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 201 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bypassed and abandoned bridge is a rare and excellent example of an uncommon highway truss type.

Bonny Oaks Drive Bridge
HSR

Bonny Oaks Drive (TN-17) Over Chickamauga Creek in Chattanooga: Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 420 ft. Main Span: 162 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown and Tennessee State Highway Department

An increasingly rare example of an unusual truss design which is a hybrid of a Parker and K-truss.

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Brittsville Bridge
TN-58 Bridge
HSR

TN-58 Over Hiwassee River (Chickamauga Lake) in Rural: Meigs County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,068 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This beautiful, unusual truss bridge in a state with few truss bridges was sent to the dumpster.

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Marion Memorial Bridge
Haletown Bridge
HSR

Dixie Highway (US-41/US-72/US-64) Over Tennessee River (Nickajack Lake) in Haletown: Marion County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,870 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This unusual and large bridge was demolished despite preservation support and not being in the way of its replacement.

106th Street Bird Creek Bridge
HSR

106th Street Over Bird Creek in Rural: Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 263 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio and R. K. Hughes

This is a beautiful and uncommon example of a pin-connected Parker truss.

106th Street Hominy Creek Bridge
HSR

106th Street Over Hominy Creek in Rural: Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 251 ft. Main Span: 144 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Patterson Steel Company

This is a nicely proportioned bridge and in a county noted for its variety of truss bridges helps to form this special group of Tulsa County truss bridges.

116th Street Bridge
HSR

116th Street Over Hominy Creek Tributary in Rural: Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive pony truss bridge was likely relocated here long ago from an unknown previous location.

KCS Blue Parkway Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Kansas City Southern) Over Blue Parkway in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 480 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: List Construction Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

This is one of several beautiful and impressive railroad bridges on this section of railroad line.

KCS Gregory Boulevard Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Kansas City Southern) Over Gregory Boulevard in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 500 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: List Construction Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

This is one of several beautiful and impressive railroad bridges on this section of railroad line.

KCS Wildcat Hollow Drive Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Kansas City Southern) Over Wildcat Hollow Drive (67th Street) in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 227 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: List Construction Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

This is one of several beautiful and impressive railroad bridges on this section of railroad line.

KCS 63rd Street Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Kansas City Southern) Over 63rd Street Trafficway in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 875 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 20 ft.

Built 1928 By: List Construction Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

One of several high level bridges on this railroad line, this bridge stands out for its use of steel instead of concrete.

18th Street Bridge
HSR

US-69 (18th Street) Over Kansas River and Railroad (BNSF) in Kansas City: Wyandotte County, Kansas, United States

Metal Continuous (Straight Chords) Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,227 ft. Main Span: 424 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1959 By: Unknown

This is a large deck truss bridge composed of a wide deck supported by three truss lines.

Liberty Bridge
MO-291 Northbound Bridge
HSR

MO-291 Northbound Over Missouri River in Sugar Creek: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Metal Continuous 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,882 ft. Main Span: 460 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1949 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and Sverdrup and Parcel of St. Louis, Missouri

This bridge is an outstanding and rare surviving example of a beautiful type of bridge that once graced Missouri in far larger populations.

Dewlen-Spohnhauer Bridge
HSR

Old US-160 Over Verdigris River in Near Independence: Montgomery County, Kansas, United States

Concrete 13 Panel Marsh (Tied) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 434 ft. Main Span: 122 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1926 By: Fifield Construction Company of Waterloo, Iowa and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This is an impressive four span Marsh rainbow arch bridge.

Hackberry Road Bridge
HSR

Hackberry Road Over Pawnee Creek in Rural: Bourbon County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Marsh (Standard) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This Marsh rainbow arch bridge appears to be sufficient for the traffic it serves on this rural road.

Coffeyville Railroad Bridge
Missouri Pacific Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned South Kansas and Oklahoma Railroad) Over Verdigris River in Near Coffeyville: Montgomery County, Kansas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 318 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is a classic railroad through truss bridge that also has an unusual variable depth deck plate girder approach span.

Ungeheuer Road Bridge
HSR

Ungeheuer Road (Old US-69) Over Mine Creek in Rural: Linn County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Marsh (Standard) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Maxwell Construction Company of Columbus, Kansas and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This bridge is a small-scale example of a Marsh rainbow arch bridge.

Bronco Road Bridge
HSR

Bronco Road Over Cedar Creek in Rural: Chautauqua County, Kansas, United States

Concrete 9 Panel Marsh (Tied) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 146 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This bridge, built to replace a bridge washed away in a flood, has fared much better than its predecessor.

3rd Street Bridge
HSR

3rd Street Over Fishing River in Mosby: Clay County, Missouri, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Noted for its exceedingly rare used of a curved top chord, this bridge was relocated from Jackson County here in 1969.

Crawford Street Bridge
HSR

Crawford Street Over Mill Creek in Fort Scott: Bourbon County, Kansas, United States

Concrete 9 Panel Marsh (Tied) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 138 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This Marsh rainbow arch bridge has been closed to vehicular traffic but can still be walked on.

70th Street Bridge
HSR

70th Street (Valencia Road) Over Big Soldier Creek in Rural: Shawnee County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Marsh (Standard) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This small Marsh rainbow arch bridge enjoys local support.

10th Street Bridge
HSR

10th Street Over Blacksmith Creek in Rural: Shawnee County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Marsh (Standard) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Maxwell Construction Company of Columbus, Kansas and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This small Marsh arch bridge remains in good condition as of 2016.

National Avenue Bridge
HSR

National Avenue Over Marmaton River in Fort Scott: Bourbon County, Kansas, United States

Concrete 14 Panel Marsh (Standard) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 202 ft. Main Span: 197 ft. Roadway: 30.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: T. H. Johnson Contractor of Dallas, Texas and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This Marsh arch bridge is both the longest-spanning and the youngest surviving Marsh arch bridge in Kansas.

Hartford Bridge
HSR

19th Lane Over Neosho River in Hartford: Coffey County, Kansas and Lyon County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Marsh (Standard) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 293 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This older Marsh arch bridge displays a different overhead bracing design than most of the Marsh arch bridges in Kansas.

Cedar Vale Bridge
HSR

Heritage Road (Old US-166) Over Caney River in Near Cedar Vale: Chautauqua County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Marsh (Standard) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 292 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: J.S. Vance and Son of Parsons, Kansas and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This bridge and the road it serves has been bypassed by a new alignment of the US highway, reducing the traffic it must serve.

Coffeyville Bridge
Roy W. White Bridge
HSR

CR-1800 Over Verdigris River in Near Coffeyville: Montgomery County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Marsh (Tied) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 294 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Fifield Construction Company of Waterloo, Iowa and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This attractive three-span tied Marsh rainbow arch bridge has a slightly larger center span.

Red Bridge
HSR

Red Bridge Road (Old Alignment) Over Blue River in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 260 ft. Main Span: 93 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

This unusual, somewhat European-styled truss bridge with its curved top chord has been left standing in a park next to its replacement.

Hamilton Road Bridge
HSR

Hamilton Road (TR-743) Over Muddy Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A small and photogenic truss does a good job of conveying the quaint designs of the past.

Gilmore Farm Bridge
Pulaski County Bridge 31 - Blue Bridge
HSR

Delphi Historic Trails (VanScoy Towpath Trail Access) Over Wabash and Erie Canal in Delphi: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Stearns Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Winamac Bridge Company of Winamac, Indiana

A unique bridge with a unique story, this restored bridge is the only Stearns truss surviving today.

Paint Creek Bridge
Carroll County Bridge 85 - Red Bridge
HSR

Delphi Historic Trails (Founders Towpath and Draper North End Trail Connector) Over Wabash and Erie Canal in Delphi: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1874 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This rare Massillon Bridge Company bowstring with its distinctive Howe truss chords and floorbeams has been preserved here.

Houck Iron Bridge
Putnam County Bridge 146 - Grey Bridge
HSR

Delphi Historic Trails (Underhill Towpath Trail Connector) Over Wabash and Erie Canal in Delphi: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This impressive, tall Pratt highway truss bridge has been relocated and preserved here for non-motorized use.

CR-300 Bridge
Wells County Bridge 3
HSR

CR-300 (Former IN-303) Over Wabash River in Rural: Wells County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 306 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1940 By: John R. Gates of Fort Wayne, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

This late example of a state highway riveted through truss serves light county traffic today.

Dillman Road Bridge
Monroe County Bridge 83
HSR

Dillman Road Over Clear Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

A classic riveted pony truss remains today with good historic integrity.

Franklin Street Bridge
Carroll County Bridge 150
HSR

Franklin Street (Bicycle Bridge Road) Over Wabash and Erie Canal in Delphi: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: John C. O'Connor

One of two historic stone arch bridges in this community of historic bridges.

Washington Street Bridge
Carroll County Bridge 2
HSR

Washington Street Over Wabash and Erie Canal in Delphi: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 113 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: John C. O'Connor

One of two historic stone arch bridges in this community of historic bridges.

Strawtown Koteewi Park Bridge
White River Campground Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over West Fork White River in Noblesville: Hamilton County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Triple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 294 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 14.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Chicago Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois, Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana, and New Castle Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

Using two different truss bridges plus a third replica span, this is one of the most unique bridge preservation projects ever completed.

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Isabella Road Bridge
HSR

Isabella Road Over Little Salt Creek in Rural: Isabella County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This tiny bridge is noteworthy as a product of the Works Progress Administration.

Onion Creek Bridge
HSR

County Road 4500 Over Onion Creek in Near Coffeyville: Montgomery County, Kansas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Bedstead Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Western Bridge Company of Harrisonville, Missouri

The truly unique bridge has an ornamental portal bracing design and is noted as a through truss bedstead.

Old Military Bridge
Marmaton Bridge
HSR

240th Street (Abandoned) Over Marmaton River in Fort Scott: Bourbon County, Kansas, United States

Metal 10 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 212 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

One of the only multi-span iron bowstring bridges surviving in the country, this abandoned bridge is almost impossible to see through the overgrowth.

Long Shoals Bridge
HSR

265th Street Over Little Osage River in Rural: Bourbon County, Kansas, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 176 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 13.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Midland Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri

This abandoned bridge features a unique vertical endpost design combined with impressive ornamentation.

Austin Bridge
Santa Fe Park Bridge
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Park Walkway Over Little Turkey Creek in Chanute: Neosho County, Kansas, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1872 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This rare cast and wrought iron bowstring truss was relocated and preserved here in a park.

Elk Falls Bridge
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Montgomery Street Over Elk River in Elk Falls: Elk County, Kansas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 196 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: George E. King Bridge Company of Des Moines, Iowa

Preserved in place for pedestrian use, this truss bridge also includes attractive steel bents supporting its approach spans.

Old US-169 Neosho River Bridge
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Old US-169 (Ford Road, 1150th Street) Over Neosho River in Rural: Neosho County, Kansas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 655 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: J.S. Vance and Son of Parsons, Kansas and Pittsburgh Des Moines Steel Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Kansas State Highway Commission

Despite being downgraded to a former US highway, this bridge and road continues to see a fair amount of traffic.

250th Street Bridge
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250th Street Over West Fork Dry Wood Creek in Rural: Bourbon County, Kansas, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 153 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is a traditional riveted Parker through truss in a rural setting.

Morton Bridge
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114th Street (Landing Road) Over Crooked River in Rural: Ray County, Missouri, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge shows some of the distinctive details of its builder including cast iron bearings.

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Hickory Bridge
West Hickory Bridge
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PA-127 (Fleming Hill Road) Over Allegheny River in West Hickory: Forest County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 695 ft. Main Span: 162 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1896 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This ornate king of the Allegheny River, assassinated by PennDOT, leaving a permanent scar on the landscape of a once-beautiful location.

Hickory Island Road Bridge
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Hickory Island Road Over Rifle River in Rural: Arenac County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 128 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 17.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An impressive pin connected Pratt through truss with large lattice railings.

Pleasant Ridge Road Bridge
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Pleasant Ridge Road Over Cottonwood Creek in Rural: Caldwell County, Missouri, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 13.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: John H. Sparks of St. Joseph, Missouri

This rare bedstead truss bridge was damaged and its top chord broken in half, yet it remained standing.

John Deere Road Bridge
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John Deere Road Over Shoal Creek in Rural: Caldwell County, Missouri, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: John H. Sparks of St. Joseph, Missouri

This bridge is noted for unusual choice of built-up member design including very simple portal bracing and lightweight verticals.

Henkins Ford Bridge
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Catawba Road Over Shoal Creek in Rural: Caldwell County, Missouri, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 195 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This extremely rare pin-connected Warren through truss has been bypassed and abandoned.

Santa Fe Street Bridge
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Santa Fe Street Over Railroad (BNSF) in Sibley: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 163 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a railroad bridge that long ago was relocated and reused as a highway over railroad bridge.

Hulser Road Bridge
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Hulser Road (CR-324) Over Tom Creek in Rural: Caldwell County, Missouri, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Bypassed and abandoned, this bridge stands out as an early bedstead pony truss bridge.

112th Street Bridge
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112th Street (CR-248) Over Crooked River in Rural: Ray County, Missouri, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This is a rivet-connected truss bridge, but with connections assembled in the field using bolts to avoid the need to field rivet.

Dillon Drive Bridge
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Dillon Drive Over Mill Creek in Rural: Caldwell County, Missouri, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 58 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is a small and traditional pony truss on a rural road.

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Preston Foot Bridge
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Walkway (Abandoned) Over Railroad CSX) in McKees Rocks: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1912 By: Unknown

An impressive, multi-span example of a historic pedestrian truss bridge.

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Saxonburg Boulevard Bridge
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Saxonburg Boulevard (PA-1013) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 38.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission

Built with a substantial grade, this bridge is a representative example of an original overpass on this section of the turnpike.

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Freedom Bridge
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High Street (US-19 and PA-21) Over South Fork Tenmile Creek in Waynesburg: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 174 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 29.2 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: E. B. and B. F. Lippincott

This attractive two-span arch bridge includes an unusual but beautiful concrete lattice railing.

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Central Avenue Bridge
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Central Avenue (PA-980) Over Chartiers Creek in Canonsburg: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 93 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

An attractive Parker pony truss is an excellent gateway bridge for Canonsburg.

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PA-917 Bridge
Pittsburgh Road Bridge
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PA-917 (Pittsburgh Road) Over I-70 in Near Bentleyville: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

With its attractive arched plate girder structure, this old overpass is unique among expressway overpasses on I-70.

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Scott Bridge
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Galati Road (TR-607) Over Millers Run in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This tiny pony truss is unusual and noteworthy for its use of star iron and it has other odd details as well.

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Dunbar Bridge
Harmon Creek Road Bridge
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Harmon Creek Road (TR-843) Over Raccoon Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 10.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This nicely detailed, ancient pony truss is among the most historically significant of the bridges in Washington County.

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Frye Station Bridge
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PA-481 Over Pigeon Creek in Frye: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

A nice small-scale massive-membered Parker pony truss with riveted connections.

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Van Voorhis Bridge
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Butsko Road (TR-581) Over Pigeon Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 91 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown and Chaney and Armstrong

This bridge has been closed to traffic but would be easy to rehabilitate for continued vehicular use.

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Simpson Road Bridge
HSR

Simpson Road (TR-326) Over Dunlap Creek in Rural: Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

A noteworthy example of a York Bridge Company pony truss.

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Pike Street Bridge
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Pike Street (PA-1009) Over Chartiers Run in Houston: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: William Pickett and Company and Chaney and Armstrong

This bridge is the oldest surviving bridge built by a known engineer in the county.

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Clarksville Bridge
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Center Street (PA-1001) Over Tenmile Creek in Clarksville: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 151 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is a former railroad-related bridge that was relocated here in 1944.

US-24 Viaduct
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US-24 (Winner Road, Independence Avenue) Over Winchester Avenue and Railroad (BNSF) in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Metal Cantilever Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 1,243 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 17

Built 1934 By: M. E. Gillioz of Monett, Missouri and Missouri State Highway Commission

This is the larger of two unusual cantilevered rigid-frame plate girder bridges on this road.

Blue Ridge Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Blue Ridge Boulevard Over MO-12 (Truman Road) in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 56.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Forrester-Swenson Construction Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Oscar Koehler

This unusual stone arch is hard to miss, and is the oldest and largest known highway stone arch bridge in Missouri.

Union Station Bridge
Michael R. Haverty Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Railroad (Kansas City Southern) in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1892 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works)

This historic railroad truss bridge was relocated and reused as a pedestrian bridge for Union Station.

Paseo Boulevard Bridges
HSR

Paseo Boulevard Over 77th Street in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: H. H. Hannenkratt and D. Murno of Kansas City, Missouri and Harrington, Howard, and Ash of Kansas City, Missouri

This is a beautiful pair of historic boulevard bridges designed by the noted engineering firm of Harrington, Howard, and Ash.

Cliff Drive Bridge
HSR

Cliff Drive Over Chestnut Trafficway in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 43 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: H. B. Thompson of Kansas City, Missouri

This is an attractive concrete arch bridge that compliments its park setting.

Hillcrest Road Bridge
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Hillcrest Road Over Blue River Tributary in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1906 By: Midland Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri

Although small and deteriorated, this bridge is noteworthy as an early concrete arch bridge.

Kansas River Railroad Bridges
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Kansas River (Kaw River) in Kansas City: Wyandotte County, Kansas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 736 ft. Main Span: 196 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1900 By: Unknown

This is a part of similar yet different railroad truss bridges that sit right next to each other.

Kansas River Railroad Bridge
Chicago Great Western Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Kansas River (Kaw River) in Kansas City: Wyandotte County, Kansas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 955 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1903 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This impressive multi-span through truss bridge has one more truss span that it had when originally constructed.

Kansas City Southern Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Kansas City Southern) Over Kansas River (Kaw River) in Kansas City: Wyandotte County, Kansas, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 810 ft. Main Span: 310 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1916 By: Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company of Leavenworth, Kansas and Waddell and Son of Kansas City, Missouri

This railroad bridge features impressive and graceful Parker truss spans.

13th Street Bridge
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13th Street Over Pedestrian Walkway in Kansas City: Wyandotte County, Kansas, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge currently crosses a trail, but likely originally crossed a creek that appears to have been relocated.

Westheight Park Bridges
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Jersey Creek in Kansas City: Wyandotte County, Kansas, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Westheight Park has this pair of small, identical foot bridges with ornamental details.

Shawnee Road Bridge
Shawnee Street Overpass
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Shawnee Road Over 7th Street Trafficway (US-169) in Kansas City: Wyandotte County, Kansas, United States

Metal Hingeless Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Kansas City Structural Steel Company of Kansas City, Kansas

This is an uncommon example of a relatively short-span riveted steel deck arch bridge, and the only such bridge in Kansas.

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Platte Purchase Bridge
New Fairfax Bridge
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Northbound US-69 Over Missouri River and Railroad (Union Pacific) in Kansas City and Riverside: Platte County, Missouri, and Wyandotte County, Kansas, United States

Metal Cantilever 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,602 ft. Main Span: 475 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1957 By: Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Sverdrup and Parcel of St. Louis, Missouri

This was the second and newer of what was once a pair of historic cantilever truss bridges at this location.

Parkwood Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Depression in Kansas City: Wyandotte County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This unusual concrete arch bridge forms a visual centerpiece for Parkwood Park.

185th East Avenue Bridge
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185th East Avenue Over Broken Arrow Creek in Broken Arrow: Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a very rare example of a Kingpost truss bridge.

North 4030 Road Bridge
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North 4030 Road Over Buck Creek in Rural: Washington County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Rochester Bridge Company of Rochester, Indiana

Bypassed and abandoned, this is an outstanding bedstead truss bridge of relatively long span length.

Kellogg Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Small Lagoon in Tulsa: Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Rochester Bridge Company of Rochester, Indiana

This rare bedstead truss bridge was relocated and preserved on the grounds of ODOT.

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Rock School Bridge
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Rock School Road (TR-346) Over Aunt Clara Fork Kings Creek in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

This quaint little Queenpost truss has been closed and its deck removed to serve as barricades.

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Mill Street Bridge
HSR

Mill Street Over Marais Des Cygnes River in Osawatomie: Miami County, Kansas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed bridge, with pony truss approach spans and a through truss central span.

H. Tom Kight Jr. Bridge
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OK-66 Eastbound (Historic US-66) Over Bird Creek in Catoosa: Rogers County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 825 ft. Main Span: 212 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1956 By: M. E. Gillioz of Monett, Missouri and Oklahoma Highway Commission

This bridge continues to carry eastbound traffic while the older westbound truss bridge was replaced with the truss spans used as nearby decorations.

Bird Creek Bridge Truss Display
HSR

Formerly OK-66 Westbound (Historic US-66) Over Formerly Bird Creek in Catoosa: Rogers County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 825 ft. Main Span: 212 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: M. E. Gillioz of Monett, Missouri and Oklahoma Highway Commission

The truss spans of this bridge, which was replaced, were placed as decorations at two different nearby locations.

Strang Bridge
HSR

Strang Road Over Lake Hudson (Neosho River) in Rural: Mayes County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 818 ft. Main Span: 177 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1922 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

Bypassed and abandoned, this is a late but rare surviving multi-span pin-connected through truss bridge.

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US-60 Verdigris River Bridge
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US-60 Over Verdigris River in Rural: Nowata County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 724 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Unknown and Oklahoma Highway Commission

This is a late but increasingly rare example of the K-Parker truss spans unique to this state.

John Zink Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Bird Creek Tributary in Skiatook: Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This park footbridge has the hallmarks of a bridge that is composed of salvaged and reused riveted roof trusses from a building.

5th Street Bridge
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5th Street (E0450) Over Bird Creek Tributary in Skiatook: Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is a small riveted pony truss next to a park, with the least number of panels a full slope pony truss can have.

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Scott Road Bridge
HSR

Scott Road Over West Branch Tontogany Creek in Rural: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Metal Lattice Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Although altered, this is a rare example of a lattice girder bridge.

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Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street (US-12 BR) Over St. Joseph River in Niles: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 338 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1919 By: Unknown

This large concrete bridge has an incline and is an aesthetically pleasing structure.

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Culmerville Bridge
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Bakerstown Road Over Railroad (Bessemer and Lake Erie) in Culmerville Road: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 141 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Bessemer and Lake Erie Railroad

An important historic product of the railroad, this bridge crosses the railroad at a suprising height.

Watts Mills Road Bridge
HSR

Watts Mills Road (PA-4009) Over North Fork Little Beaver Creek in Rural: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1878 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

One of the most significant bridges in the region, this bridge is an extremely rare example of early continuous truss design.

Ehrmentraut Farm Bridge
HSR

Farm Trail Over Black Creek in Rural: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 9 Panel Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1859 By: John Hutchinson of Troy, New York and Squire Whipple

Among the oldest metal bridges in the country is this extremely rare Whipple Arch bowstring.

Gregory Boulevard Bridge
71st Street Bridge
HSR

Gregory Boulevard Over Big Blue River in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 700 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1917 By: Horton Concrete Construction Company and Waddell and Son of Kansas City, Missouri

This noted work of J.A.L. Waddell design is nearly impossible to view when leaves are on the trees.

Broadway-Woodswether Viaduct
HSR

Woodswether Road Over Railroad (Union Pacific) in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 500 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1951 By: George Bennett Construction Company and Howard, Needles, Tammen and Bergendorff of Kansas City, Missouri

This 1950s viaduct winds its way under the larger Broadway Bridge.

Lake of the Woods Bridge
HSR

Gregory Boulevard Over Lake of the Woods Spillway in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small stone-faced concrete arch bridge that enhances its park setting.

Lexington Avenue Bridge
HSR

Lexington Avenue Over Chestnut Trafficway in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 386 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 42.7 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1901 By: Unknown and Waddell and Hedrick of Kansas City, Missouri

This high level plate girder bridge is the oldest known highway bridge of this type in Missouri.

Crooked River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Crooked River in Rural: Ray County, Missouri, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 290 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a traditionally composed pin-connected railroad through truss bridge.

Buffalo Road Bridge
HSR

Buffalo Road Over Crooked River in Rural: Ray County, Missouri, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 159 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri

This traditionally composed pin-connected Pratt through truss is located in an area that floods often.

Bonanza Bridge
HSR

Bonanza Road Over Shoal Creek in Rural: Caldwell County, Missouri, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 187 ft. Main Span: 187 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1883 By: Unknown

This very old and rare Whipple truss was placed on the ground as a non-functional exhibit when it was replaced.

Mountville Road Bridge
HSR

Mountville Road (PA-2030) Over Slippery Rock Creek in Rural: Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: R. S. McMannus Steel Construction Company of Buffalo, New York and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This skewed, state standard Pratt through truss fits into its wooded surroundings well.

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Granite Avenue Bridge
HSR

Granite Avenue (CR-359) Over Big Creek in Rural: Daviess County, Missouri, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: John Dildine Bridge Company of Cameron, Missouri

This is an uncommon example of a pin-connected Camelback truss bridge.

Bee Creek Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Bee Creek Boulevard Over Bee Creek in Rural: Platte County, Missouri, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This is one of several examples of this unusual truss bridge style built in both Kansas and Missouri.

Daugherty Road Bridge
HSR

Daugherty Road Over West Fork Crooked River in Rural: Ray County, Missouri, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is one of several examples of this unusual truss bridge style built in both Kansas and Missouri.

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Garrison Road Bridge
County Bridge Number 37
HSR

Garrison Road (TR-751) Over Beckwith Creek in Rural: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown

A traditional early 1900s pony truss appears to be in decent condition.

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Woodruff Bridge
Crotut Road Bridge, County Bridge Number 17
HSR

Crotut Road (TR-328) Over Towanda Creek in Rural: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 15.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This bridge has been abandoned and forgotton, but it retains much charm.

Eads Bridge
HSR

Washington Avenue (Riverpark Drive) and Railroad (MetroLink) Over Mississippi River and Various Streets and Railroads in St. Louis and East St. Louis: St. Louis City, Missouri and St. Clair County, Illinois, United States

Metal Braced Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 4,007 ft. Main Span: 520 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1874 By: Kelly-Atkinson Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and James Eads

This famous and nationally significant historic bridge is noted for its age, record-breaking size, and unusual design.

Harahan Bridge
Big River Crossing
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) and Big River Crossing Over Mississippi River in Memphis: Shelby County, Tennessee and Crittenden County, Arkansas, United States

Metal Cantilever 26 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Inverted Bowstring Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 4,973 ft. Main Span: 790 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1916 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and Ralph Modjeski

This nationally significant bridge is unique for its location next to two other bridges and for its former highway deck converted for pedestrian use.

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Memphis and Arkansas Bridge
HSR

I-55 Over Mississippi River in Memphis: Shelby County, Tennessee and Crittenden County, Arkansas, United States

Metal Cantilever 22 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 5,222 ft. Main Span: 790 ft. Roadway: 51.8 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1949 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia and Modjeski and Masters

This is the newest of a unique trio of historic cantilever truss bridges that are located side by side.

Martin Luther King Bridge
Veterans Memorial Bridge
HSR

MO-799 S (Historic US-66) Over Mississippi River and Various Streets and Railroads in St. Louis and East St. Louis: St. Louis City, Missouri and St. Clair County, Illinois, United States

Metal Cantilever 24 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 4,010 ft. Main Span: 962 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1951 By: J. Howard, Inc. of Chicago, Illinois and Hazelet and Erdal of Chicago, Illinois, George A. Maney, and Charles Alton Ellis

This bridge is noted for the length of its central cantilever truss span, and includes a separate approach through truss bridge in Illinois.

Cotter Bridge
HSR

US-62B Over White River and Railroad (Missouri and North Arkansas) in Cotter: Baxter County, Arkansas and Marion County, Arkansas, United States

Concrete Marsh (Standard) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,805 ft. Main Span: 216 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1930 By: Bateman Contracting Company of Nashville, Tennessee and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This is the most significant and visually impressive Marsh type rainbow arch bridge ever built, and the most significant historic concrete bridge in Arkansas.

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Clarendon Bridge
HSR

US-79 (Old Alignment) Over White River in Clarendon: Monroe County, Arkansas, United States

Metal Cantilever 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 4,593 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia and Ira G. Hedrick of Hot Springs, Arkansas

Despite its beauty, significance, good condition, this rare Arkansas cantilever truss bridge was demolished.

Tioga Bridge
White County Bridge 298
HSR

Tioga Road Over Tippecanoe River in Monticello: Carroll County, Indiana and White County, Indiana, United States

Metal 15 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 453 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1890 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio and Craven Smith

This rare multi-span Whipple truss is one of the finest examples of this bridge type in Indiana.

Shawnee Bridge
Warren County Bridge 36
HSR

CR-100 East (CR-200 East) Over Wabash River in Rural: Warren County, Indiana and Fountain County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 810 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 20.7 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1905 By: Attica Bridge Company of Attica, Indiana and Wilmer H. Gemmer

This is a large and early rivet-connected highway truss in Indiana with an uncommon truss configuration and attractive ornamentation.

Big Jim Bridge
Montgomery County Bridge 49, Blair Ford Bridge
HSR

Indianapolis Greenways Over Central Canal in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1873 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This rare cast and wrought iron bowstring truss bridge is a beautiful centerpiece to this park area.

Potawatomi Park Bridge
Jasper County Bridge 735
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Iroquois River in Rensselaer: Jasper County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1871 By: Ohio Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio and William Rezner of Cleveland, Ohio

This relocated and preserved bridge is one of only a handful of rare Rezner patent bowstring bridges in the country.

Business US-31 Bridge
Miami County Bridge 159
HSR

Business US-31 (Blue Star Highway) Over Wabash River in Peru: Miami County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 610 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Unknown and Indiana State Highway Commission

This is an impressive and attractive example of a state-designed highway truss bridge.

Peru Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Nickel Plate Trail Rail-Trail) Over Wabash River in Peru: Miami County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 587 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This attractive riveted railroad bridge was repurposed as a pedestrian crossing.

Denniston Bridge
Miami County Bridge 63
HSR

CR-440 West Over Eel River in Rural: Miami County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 243 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1883 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This early and nicely ornamented Pratt truss is one of the finest examples of this once-common type in the area.

Lye Creek Bridge
Montgomery County Bridge 57
HSR

Indianapolis Greenways Over Central Canal in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is one of the oldest and most impressive examples of a rare bedstead truss bridge in the country.

Butler Bridge
Miami County Bridge 54
HSR

CR-950 North Over Eel River in Rural: Miami County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 286 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1903 By: Pan American Bridge Company of New Castle, Indiana

This is a classic Pratt truss bridge with attractive portal bracing and has been closed to traffic.

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IN-26 Bridge
State Highway Bridge 3346
HSR

IN-26 Over South Fork Wildcreek Creek in Rural: Tippecanoe County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 322 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: R. McCalman, Inc. of Danville, Illinois and Indiana State Highway Commission

This is a classic example of an Indiana state highway through truss with arched portal bracing.

IN-75 Bridge
Cutler Bridge, State Highway Bridge 3653
HSR

IN-75 Over Wildcat Creek in Rural: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: R. L. Schutt of Indianapolis, Indiana

This is a well-preserved example of a state highway Parker truss in Indiana noted for its arched portal bracing.

High Bridge
Warren County Bridge 45
HSR

CR-450 North Over Little Pine Creek in Rural: Warren County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Railing Height Truss, Fixed

Length: 432 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1927 By: E. G. Jarrell of Muncie, Indiana and Otus K. Albright

This very unusual high level highway half-deck or railing height truss bridge has been nicely preserved.

Xenia Bridge
Carroll County Bridge 25
HSR

Prince William Road Over Wildcat Creek in Rural: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: E. R. Campbell of Sandborn, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

This riveted truss bridge was relocated here many decades ago.

Ironwood Drive Bridge
Ernsberger Street Bridge, St. Joseph County Bridge 206
HSR

Ironwood Drive Over St. Joseph River in South Bend: St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 479 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 51.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1940 By: National Concrete Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

This is one of South Bend's larger arch bridges.

Mishawaka Avenue Bridge
St. Joseph County Bridge 203
HSR

Mishawaka Avenue Over St. Joseph River in Mishawaka: St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 389 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1924 By: National Concrete Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

This bridge was rehabilitated so extensively, that very little of the original bridge remains today.

Carrollton Bridge
Carroll County Bridge 132
HSR

Carrollton Road Over Wabash River in Rural: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 615 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1927 By: National Concrete Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and Daniel Luten

This large example of a Luten arch bridge was widened and rehabilitated in a sensitive manner.

Opossum Hollow Bridge
Fountain County Bridge 149
HSR

CR 1300-North Over Opossum Hollow in Rural: Fountain County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This is a very unusual two-rib closed spandrel arch bridge.

Lockport Bridge
Carroll County Bridge 142
HSR

CR-250 West Over Wabash River in Rural: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 635 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This is a large and good example of a concrete curved t-beam bridge also noted for its Art Deco inspired architecture.

High Banks Bridge
Delaware County Bridge 130
HSR

CR-300 South Over White River in Rural: Delaware County, Indiana, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 204 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

This classic Camelback through truss bridge has been rehabilitated for continued vehicular use.

Priest Ford Bridge
HSR

CR-750 West Over White River in Delaware County Bridge 131: Delaware County, Indiana, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 259 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 15.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

This bridge was bypassed and abandoned many years ago, but remains standing and visible.

Yorktown Park Bridge
Mahalasville Bridge, Morgan County Bridge 28
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Buck Creek in Yorktown: Delaware County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This riveted pony truss span was relocated and preserved here for pedestrian use.

Davis Ferry Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Wabash River in Lafayette: Tippecanoe County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 635 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This railroad truss bridge is noted for its uncommon double-Warren truss configuration.

Hays Bridge
Hancock County Bridge 17
HSR

CR-675 East Over Sugar Creek in Rural: Hancock County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio and Winfield Fries

This bridge is a later example of a bridge built by the Columbia Bridge Works, and lacks the unusual details found on earlier bridges built by the company.

O'Neal Bridge
Boone County Bridge 207
HSR

Holliday Drive Over Big Eagle Creek in Rural: Boone County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 114 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Lafayette Bridge Company of Lafayette, Indiana

This classic Pratt truss bridge has an unusual portal and strut design giving it a unique appearance.

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Gilliece Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 348800
HSR

Cattle Creek Road Over Upper Iowa River in Rural: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 151 ft. Main Span: 129 ft. Roadway: 16.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1874 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

An extremely important bowstring with design details unlike the other two similar bowstrings in this county.

Jewettsport Ford Bridge
State Highway Bridge 4016
HSR

IN-225 Over Wabash River in Near Battle Ground: Tippecanoe County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 642 ft. Main Span: 158 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1912 By: Central States Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and Lafayette Engineering Company of Lafayette, Indiana

This bridge is a rare example of a fairly long one-lane truss bridge, and it is also a good example of how such a bridge can serve two-way traffic safely.

Secrest Ferry Bridge
Owen County Bridge 9, Monroe County Bridge 164, Gosport Bridge
HSR

County Line Road (CR 500 East) Over White River in Rural: Monroe County, Indiana and Owen County, Indiana, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 323 ft. Main Span: 320 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana and Lafayette Engineering Company of Lafayette, Indiana

This magnificent bridge, bypassed and preserved, is the longest example of its type in Indiana.

Davis Ferry Bridge
Tippecanoe County Bridge 119
HSR

Davis Ferry Road Over Wabash River in Lafayette: Tippecanoe County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 541 ft. Main Span: 178 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1912 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Lafayette Engineering Company of Lafayette, Indiana

This multi-span through truss bridge was bypassed but left open for pedestrians in an unimproved condition.

Clarendon Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over White River in Clarendon: Monroe County, Arkansas, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 630 ft. Main Span: 350 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This traditional railroad swing bridge continues to carry railroad traffic and is noted for the length of its swing span.

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Newport Bridge
Blue Bridge
HSR

AR-367 (Old US-67) Over White River and Railroad in Newport: Jackson County, Arkansas, United States

Metal Cantilever 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 2,831 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: List and Weatherly Construction Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Ira G. Hedrick of Hot Springs, Arkansas

With an unusual suspended span design, this beautiful cantilever truss bridge was not preserved despite its rarity in Arkansas.

Cotter Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Missouri and Northern Arkansas) Over White River in Cotter: Baxter County, Arkansas and Marion County, Arkansas, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 1,085 ft. Main Span: 285 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This bridge is unusual because it is fairly high above normal water level for a swing bridge.

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Ironton-Russell Bridge
HSR

Campbell Avenue and Etna Street Over Ohio River in Ironton and Russell: Greenup County, Kentucky and Lawrence County, Ohio, United States

Metal Cantilever 24 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,401 ft. Main Span: 725 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This mighty cantilever is a work of art, an iconic landmark, not in the way of its replacement, yet was condemned to demolition.

Hufford's Ford Bridge
Angel Hill Golf Course Bridge, Carroll County Bridge 16
HSR

CR-400 West (Golf Course Path) Over Middle Fork Wildcat Creek in Rural: Carroll County, Indiana and Clinton County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: James M. Peirce

This bridge and the road it served have been converted into a golf course path.

Logansport Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Winamac Southern) Over Wabash River in Logansport: Cass County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 582 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1916 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This is a traditional example of a railroad through truss bridge.

Wilson's Bridge
Carroll County Bridge 121
HSR

CR-300 North Over Deer Creek in Rural: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 114 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Lafayette Bridge Company of Lafayette, Indiana

This is a traditionally composed example of a pin-connected Pratt through truss, built by a noteworthy in-state builder.

Middle Fork Wildcat Creek Driveway Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Middle Fork Wildcat Creek in Rural: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Chicago Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This early rivet-connected truss bridge was built by a company that has few surviving spans today.

Big Pine Creek Bridge
Warren County Bridge 92
HSR

CR-450 East Over Big Pine Creek in Rural: Warren County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Wabash Bridge and Iron Works of Wabash, Indiana and Wilmer H. Gemmer

This may the last surviving example of a bridge known to have been built by the Wabash Bridge and Iron Works.

CR-100 Coal Creek Bridge
Fountain County Bridge 131
HSR

CR-100 North Over Coal Creek in Rural: Fountain County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 134 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Milwaukee Bridge and Iron Works of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This very old Pratt truss bridge is a relocated span from a former seven span bridge that was in Attica, Indiana.

Hushaw Bridge
Fountain County Bridge 143
HSR

CR-300 East Over Big Shawnee Creek in Rural: Fountain County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 134 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Milwaukee Bridge and Iron Works of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This very old Pratt truss bridge is a relocated span from a former seven span bridge that was in Attica, Indiana.

Charlevoix Bridge
HSR

US-31 (Michigan Avenue / Bridge Street) Over Pine River in Charlevoix: Charlevoix County, Michigan, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 223 ft. Main Span: 111 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and L. W. Lamb Company of Jackson, Michigan and Hazelet and Erdal of Chicago, Illinois

A classic Michigan plate girder bascule bridge with unusual altered guardrails.

Orangevale Avenue Bridge
HSR

Orangevale Avenue Over Gold Creek in Folsom: Sacramento County, California, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 161 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: W. N. Concanon and Drury D. Butler

This concrete arch bridge is noted for its lack of alteration.

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Lehigh Street Bridge
Hocky-Catty Bridge / Hokendauqua Bridge
HSR

Lehigh Street (PA-1014) Over Lehigh River and Railroad in North Catasauqua and Hokendauqua: Lehigh County, Pennsylvania and Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 782 ft. Main Span: 158 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1894 By: Lehigh Valley Construction Company of South Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

A rare pin-connected deck truss on a Pennsylvania highway, this impressive large structure also consists of a stringer and a pony truss bridge.

Rock Island Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Caney Fork and Western) Over Caney Fork River in Rock Island: Warren County, Tennessee and White County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Kingpost Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 210 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1872 By: Louisville Bridge and Iron Company of Louisville, Kentucky

This bridge is very old, has rare pin-connected Warren truss spans, and even more rare Kingpost approach spans!

Matthiessen State Park Bridge 3
HSR

Park Path Over Deer Creek Gorge in Rural: La Salle County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 4.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Roemheld and Gallery, and German-American Concrete Co. and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge is one of only two known surviving examples of a special concrete arch design by famous engineer Joseph Strauss

Division Street Bridge
HSR

Division Street Over Calumet Sag Channel in Blue Island: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 371 ft. Main Span: 290 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Unknown and Alfred Benesch and Associates of Chicago, Illinois

One of two completely unaltered, deteriorated, and closed truss bridges in Blue Island.

Chatham Street Bridge
HSR

Chatham Street Over Calumet Sag Channel in Blue Island: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 385 ft. Main Span: 304 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Unknown and Alfred Benesch and Associates of Chicago, Illinois

One of two completely unaltered, deteriorated, and closed truss bridges in Blue Island.

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Kosciuszko Bridge
Meeker Avenue Bridge
HSR

I-278 (Brooklyn - Queens Expressway) Over Newtown Creek and Various Streets in New York: Brooklyn, New York and Queens, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,536 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 78.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and J. Frank Johnson

Perhaps the beauty and heritage of this iconic truss bridge was underappreciated because many people never checked it out from below.

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Ford City Drive Bridge
Keller Drive Bridge
HSR

Ford City Drive (Keller Drive) Over Pulaski Road in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1944 By: Unknown

This rigid-frame bridge has good historic integrity and is noteworthy for its association with World War II bomber production efforts.

George Rogers Clark Memorial Bridge
2nd Street Bridge
HSR

US-31 (2nd Street) Over Ohio River and Various Streets in Louisville and Jeffersonville: Jefferson County, Kentucky and Clark County, Indiana, United States

Metal Cantilever 22 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,366 ft. Main Span: 820 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1929 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Modjeski and Masters

This landmark work of a famous engineering firm consists of two identical cantilever truss bridge units.

Big Four Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Ohio River in Louisville and Jeffersonville: Jefferson County, Kentucky and Clark County, Indiana, United States

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,525 ft. Main Span: 547 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

After years of abandonment, this large railroad bridge was converted into a functional, busy pedestrian crossing with beautiful night lighting.

Kentucky and Indiana Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Ohio River and Water Street in Louisville and New Albany: Jefferson County, Kentucky and Floyd County, Indiana, United States

Metal 18 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 2,713 ft. Main Span: 625 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1912 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and John Edwin Greiner (J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois)

Featuring former vehicular decks cantilevered from the sides of the trusses with a railroad deck in the middle, this bridge is also noted for its variety of truss designs.

Falls of the Ohio Bridge
14th Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Ohio River and Riverside Drive in Louisville and Jeffersonville: Jefferson County, Kentucky and Clark County, Indiana, United States

Metal 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive)

Length: 5,218 ft. Main Span: 644 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1919 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and Waddell and Son of Kansas City, Missouri

This bridge includes a truss span that was the longest simple rivet-connected truss span in the world when completed.

Green’s Mill Bridge
Little Niangua Swinging Bridge
HSR

MO-J Over Little Niangua River in Rural: Camden County, Missouri, United States

Metal Plate Girder Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 524 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: Clinton Bridge and Iron Works of Clinton, Iowa and Missouri State Highway Commission

This bridge is one of only four surviving self-anchored suspension bridges in the country!

Lewisburg Bridge
Cass County Bridge 123
HSR

CR-825 East Over Wabash River in Lewisburg: Cass County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 456 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1913 By: National Concrete Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and Daniel Luten

This bridge once looked like a bridge beyond repair, but was successfully rehabilitated, making for a great preservation case study.

Hyman Bridge
Cass County Bridge 150
HSR

CR-100 East Over Deer Creek in Rural: Cass County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is a old and outstanding surviving example of a Whipple truss built by the prolific Wrough Iron Bridge Company.

Liberty Mills Bridge
Wabash County Bridge 165
HSR

1st Street Over Eel River in Rural: Wabash County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional Pratt through truss bridge and has been closed to traffic but is feasible to preserve.

Lost Bridge
Miami County Bridge 28, Eikenberry Bridge
HSR

CR-100 East Over Eel River in Rural: Miami County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 230 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1920 By: Rochester Bridge Company of Rochester, Indiana

Although this bridge overall has the appearance of a riveted truss bridge, the truss connections are actually bolted, making this bridge uncommon for its age.

Deer Creek Overflow Bridge
Cass County Bridge 151
HSR

CR-100 East Over Toney Ditch (Branch Deer Creek) in Rural: Cass County, Indiana, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 17.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Clark and Harmon

This abandoned and uncommon Indiana example of a highway plate girder looks like a bridge over a cornfield.

CR-30 Bridge
Fountain County Bridge 113
HSR

CR-30 East Over North Fork Coal Creek in Rural: Fountain County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Attica Bridge Company of Attica, Indiana

This bridge is noted for its use of bolted connections instead of riveted connections and its association with a noted Indiana bridge builder.

Meridian Road Bridge
Carroll County Bridge 87
HSR

Meridian Road Over Deer Creek in Rural: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Albert B. Hash of Sandborn, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

First relocated here in 1968, this excellent example of standard riveted pony truss in Indiana was rehabilitated in 2007.

Narrows Bridge
Higden Bridge
HSR

AR-16 and AR-92 Over Little Red River (Greers Ferry Lake) in Greers Ferry and Higden: Cleburne County, Arkansas, United States

Metal Cantilever 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,102 ft. Main Span: 350 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1961 By: Unknown

Although a late example of a cantilever truss bridge, this bridge is a rare example of its type in Arkansas.

Shirley Bridge
HSR

River Road (CR-125) Over Middle Fork Little Red River in Rural: Van Buren County, Arkansas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 340 ft. Main Span: 154 ft. Roadway: 8.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This former railroad bridge has an unusual combination of pinned and riveted connections.

Meridian Street Bridge
Marion County Bridge 1123
HSR

Meridian Street Over Indiana Central Canal (Indianapolis Water Company Canal) in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 153 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: National Concrete Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and Daniel Luten

This Luten concrete arch bridge is noted for its heavy skew.

Otter Creek Driveway Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Otter Creek in Rural: Wabash County, Indiana, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This classic steel stringer bridge with lattice railings serves a private driveway.

Burnetts Creek Arch
Carroll County Bridge 181 (Wabash and Erie Canal Culvert 100)
HSR

Towpath Road Over Burnetts Creek in Rural: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1840 By: Unknown

This is the oldest known bridge in Indiana, and was originally an aqueduct for the Wabash and Erie Canal.

IN-218 Bridge
Carroll County Bridge 3279
HSR

IN-218 Over Paint Creek in Rural: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 127 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: George R. Harvey of Danville, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

This is a late but unaltered example of state design concrete arch bridge, located on a curve.

CR-1025 Bridge
Carroll County Bridge 144
HSR

CR-1025 Over Little Rock Creek in Rural: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Unknown

This is a small but uncommon example of a stone arch bridge in this part of Indiana.

Woodstock Drive Bridge
Oldfields Estate East bridge
HSR

Woodstock Drive Over Railroad (Abandoned Terre Haute, Indianapolis and Eastern Traction Interurban) in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1908 By: Central States Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

Structurally, this is a simple steel stringer bridge, but its ornamental details make this reminder of a long-gone railroad past far more interesting.

Indianapolis Museum of Art Ravine Garden Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Ravine in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small ornamental concrete arch foot bridge with attractive balustrade railings.

Indianapolis Museum of Art Pedestrian Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Service Road in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: National Concrete Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and Daniel Luten

Although a significant, early example of a Luten design concrete arch bridge, this one was allowed to deteriorate then severely altered.

Fall Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Fall Creek in Pendleton: Madison County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 285 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1910 By: Unknown

Although spalling significantly, this railroad bridge continues to carry railroad traffic.

Huntsville Road Bridge
Madison County Bridge 149
HSR

Huntsville Road (Falls Park Drive) Over Fall Creek in Pendleton: Madison County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Unknown

This classic riveted truss bridge has been maintained in good condition.

Springfield Bridge
Beaverfork Park Bridge, Springfield-Des Arc Bridge
HSR

Beaverfork Park Trailway Over Beaverfork Lake in Conway: Faulkner County, Arkansas, United States

Metal 16 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 186 ft. Main Span: 146 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1874 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

Fabricated in 1871 and erected in 1874, this relocated and restored bridge is the oldest and most significant historic bridge in Arkansas.

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Huron-Metcalfe Street Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Connecting Huron and Metcalfe Streets Over Railroad (Canadian Pacific) in Guelph: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1909 By: Unknown

Resting on Phoenix columns, this bridge is one of a tiny number of surviving bridges in all of Canada that use the historically significant Phoenix columns!

Fall Creek Service Road Bridge
Pendleton Reformatory Service Road Bridge
HSR

None Over Ground in Pendleton: Madison County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This bridge has been sitting on the ground in storage at this location awaiting a possible reuse, but even here it attracts visitors.

CR-600 Bridge
Madison County Bridge 170
HSR

CR-600S Over Fall Creek in Rural: Madison County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 142 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Elkhart Bridge and Iron Company of Elkhart, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

This abandoned variation of a state standard pony truss has one of the greatest possible skews that is possible for a bridge.

CR-200 Bridge
Fountain County Bridge 105
HSR

CR-200 East (Foster Road) Over Little Shawnee Creek in Rural: Fountain County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown and Indiana State Highway Commission

This is a traditional riveted pony truss bridge in a rural agricultural setting.

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Memorial Bridge
HSR

Main Street (PA-16) Over West Branch Little Antietam Creek in Waynesboro: Franklin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is a unique t-beam that has an unusually high level of aesthetic details since it was built to also serve as a memorial.

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Ambassador Bridge
HSR

I-75 Ramp / KH-3 Over Detroit River in Detroit and Windsor: Wayne County, Michigan and Essex County, Ontario, Canada and United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 7,500 ft. Main Span: 1,850 ft. Roadway: 55 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Modjeski and Masters (Ralph Modjeski)

Serving as the centerpiece landmark for Detroit and Windsor, this privately-owned bridge was once the longest suspension bridge in the world.

Pulaski Skyway
Including The Hoboken Avenue Viaduct
HSR

US-1 and US-9 Over Passaic River, Hackensack River, and Various Roads and Railroads in Newark, Kearny, and Jersey City: Essex County, New Jersey and Hudson County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Cantilever 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 14,907 ft. Main Span: 550 ft. Roadway: 47 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1932 By: Various Builders and Sigvald Johannesson

With award-winning aesthetics, this extremely long bridge is also noted for its exceedingly complex design.

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Traffic Bridge
Victoria Bridge
HSR

Victoria Avenue (3rd Avenue) Over South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon: Division 11 (Saskatoon), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 951 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 19.5 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1907 By: McDiarmid Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba and Saskatchewan Department of Public Works

This is one of the most significant heritage bridges in the province, yet was demolished in 2016.

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Elliott Bridge
Mill Street Bridge
HSR

Mill Street (CR-90) Over Nottawasaga River in Angus: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 13 Panel Welded Parker Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 235 ft. Main Span: 162 ft. Roadway: 32.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown

Demolished ca. 2015, this bizarre and long pony truss had an unusual top chord design and was a rare welded truss.

Muskoka Falls Bridge
KH-11 Northbound Bridge
HSR

KH-11 Northbound Over South Branch Muskoka River in Bracebridge: Muskoka District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1952 By: Unknown

This deck truss crosses over an impressive gorge and waterfall.

Silver Bridge
Ecclestone Drive Bridge
HSR

Ecclestone Drive (DR-16) Over North Branch Muskoka River in Bracebridge: Muskoka District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This bridge has been a symbol and landmark for Bracebridge for many decades.

Dorset Bridge
HSR

Main Street (CR-39) Over Dorset Narrows in Dorset: Muskoka District, Ontario and Haliburton County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Western Bridge and Equipment Company of Chatham, Ontario

This bridge is noted for its very unusual hump-back design, which increased clearance for boats.

Rosewood Park Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Road Over Ravine in Highland Park: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Jens Jensen

Hidden away in a wooded park setting is this attractive concrete arch bridge with stone facing.

Paisley Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Teeswater River in Paisley: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 607 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown

Although a nice looking high level deck truss, also noteworthy are remains of Phoenix columns under the bridge.

Ponakin Bridge
HSR

Ponakin Road Over Nashua River in Ponakin Mill: Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 11 Panel Pin-Connected Post Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1871 By: Watson Manufacturing Company of Paterson, New Jersey

One of the rarest truss bridges in the country, a cast iron Post truss sits abandoned and should be restored at all costs.

Iron Bridge Road Bridge
HSR

Iron Bridge Road Over Conestoga River in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: John Denithorne and Sons of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

A rare surviving pin-connected truss in Lancaster County, this bridge has the distinctive details of its builder.

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Dakin Street Bridge
HSR

Dakin Street Over Railroad (Canadian National) in Lansing: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1886 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan

An extremely old example in any location by any standards, this bridge was also the oldest dated highway plate girder in Michigan.

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35th Street Pedestrian Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Railroad (Metra Electric District, NICTD South Shore Line, Former Illinois Central) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

One of two riveted pedestrian overpass structures in the area.

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Bar Mills Bridge
Memorial Bridge
HSR

ME-4A (Main Street) Over Saco River in Hollis and Buxton: York County, Maine, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 512 ft. Main Span: 224 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

This rare Warren continuous through truss was demolished despite its decent condition and historic significance.

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Bar Mills Canal Bridge
HSR

ME-4A (Main Street) Over Saco River Canal in Hollis: York County, Maine, United States

Metal Continuous 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 139 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

This truss span was a companion to the nearby Bar Mills continuous truss.

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Center Avenue Bridge
HSR

Center Avenue (PA-3025) Over Railroad (CSX) in Somerset: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 148 ft. Main Span: 143 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This bridge will likely be demolished soon despite its aesthetic value.

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Chapman Road Bridge
HSR

Chapman Road Over Deer Creek in Rural: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Illinois Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

One of two remaining attractive concrete arch bridges of similar design in the county.

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Chesaning Bridge
Broad Street Bridge
HSR

Broad Street Over Shiawassee River in Chesaning: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 141 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

The only vehicular crossing in Chesaning is a beautiful example of 1930s steel stringer construction.

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City Island Bridge
HSR

City Island Road Over Eastchester Bay in New York: The Bronx, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 569 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Roadway: 32.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

Combining truss and girder structures, this is a unique landmark that provides a charming gateway to City Island.

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Crow's Bridge
Putnam County Bridge 137
HSR

Crows Bridge Road (CR-100 East) Over Big Walnut Creek in Rural: Putnam County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 121 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge appears to be the oldest highway bridge associated with the American Bridge Company, built in the first couple years of operation.

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Germfask Bridge
HSR

Ten Curves Road (CR-498) Over Manistique River in Germfask: Schoolcraft County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 90 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Harry Ericksen of Manistique, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A rare example of Michigan's nationally significant 90 foot concrete camelback bridge design.

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Haynes Street Bridge
HSR

Haynes Street Over Stonycreek River in Johnstown: Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 225 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1922 By: Farris Engineering (Bridge) Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This concrete arch bridge retains excellent historic integrity.

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Haystack's Landing Bridge
McNear Bridge
HSR

Railroad (SMART) Over Petaluma River in Petaluma: Sonoma County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Unknown

This is a traditionally but fairly short example of a railroad truss swing bridge.

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Hunter Station Bridge
HSR

US-62 Over Allegheny River in Hunter: Forest County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Combination (Half-Deck/Through) Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,051 ft. Main Span: 277 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1934 By: P. I. Cox Construction Company and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

The deck runs right through the middle of this impressive and very unusual truss bridge!

Jefferson Avenue Bridge
HSR

Jefferson Avenue Over River Rouge in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 248 ft. Main Span: 91 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and Hugh E. Young of Chicago, Illinois

The only pony truss style bascule bridge in the entire state of Michigan.

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Lisbon Falls Bridge
Durham Bridge
HSR

Canal Street (ME-9 and ME-125) Over Androscoggin River in Lisbon Falls: Androscoggin County, Maine, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 362 ft. Main Span: 168 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1936 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Max L. Wilder, Maine State Highway Commission

This extremely unusual assymetrical continuous truss with a flared stringer approach span is surrounded by a beautiful setting.

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Marsh Road Bridge
Haslett Bridge
HSR

Marsh Road Over Railroad (Canadian National) in Haslett: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 149 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 52.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1964 By: Walter Toebe Company

A classic example of a Michigan steel stringer with steel bents for support.

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Lynn Avenue Bridge
HSR

Lynn Avenue Over Railroad (Lehigh Valley Railroad) in Bethlehem: Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 205 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its use of rolled beams and concrete encased floorbeams and bottom chord.

Sugarcreek Bridge
Buttermilk Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Buttermilk Hill Road (PA-4010) Over Sugar Creek in Sugarcreek: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York and Karl A. Miller

This Groton Bridge Company bridge is interesting in its own right, but together with the railroad truss beside it, forms a unique scene!

Water Street Bridge
HSR

Water Street Over Trout Creek in St. Marys: Perth County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Stratford Bridge Company of Stratford, Ontario

Located in historic St. Marys is this heritage truss bridge, adding much beauty and history to a unique town.

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Pruitt Bridge
HSR

AR-7 Over Buffalo River in Rural: Newton County, Arkansas, United States

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 375 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia and Arkansas State Highway Commission

This unique bridge has the appearance of a cantilever truss bridge, the result of a unique construction method.

Mackinac Bridge
Big Mac / Mighty Mac
HSR

I-75 Over Straits of Mackinac in Mackinaw City and St. Ignace: Emmet County, Michigan and Mackinac County, Michigan, United States

Metal 96 Panel Deck Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 19,249 ft. Main Span: 3,800 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1957 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and David Steinman of New York, New York

The longest bridge in the western hemisphere, and the most famous built structure in the state of Michigan.

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Quincy Memorial Bridge
Quincy Soldier's Memorial Bridge
HSR

US-24 (Maine Street) Over Mississippi River in Quincy and West Quincy: Adams County, Illinois and Marion County, Missouri, United States

Metal Continuous 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,512 ft. Main Span: 628 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Kelly-Atkinson Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

An extremely large, unusual, and significant example of a continuous truss that is not a cantilever.

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Sarah Mildred Long Bridge
HSR

US-1 Bypass and Railroad (Boston and Maine) Over Piscataqua River in Portsmouth and Kittery: Rockingham County, New Hampshire and York County, Maine, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Retractile

Length: 2,804 ft. Main Span: 227 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and Harrington and Cortelyou

This unique bridge has an unusual design of vertical lift, but its approach span that is a retractile type movable bridge is exceedingly rare.

Easton-Phillipsburg Toll Bridge
Bushkill Street Bridge
HSR

US-22 (Bushkill Street) Over Delaware River in Easton and Phillipsburg: Northampton County, Pennsylvania and Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 18 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 550 ft. Main Span: 550 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and John Edwin Greiner (J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois)

This bridge was when built was among the longest simple truss spans built.!

Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over South Branch Raritan River in Clinton: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1870 By: William Cowin of Lambertville, New Jersey and Francis C. Lowthrop

The longest and only multi-span example of three nationally significant cast iron bridges in the county.

Vera Cruz Bridge
HSR

Abandoned IN-301 Alignment Over Wabash River in Vera Cruz: Wells County, Indiana, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

This impressive and noteworthy bridge has been abandoned next to a replacement bridge.

Rosemont - Raven Rock Road Bridge
Raven Rock Road Bridge
HSR

Raven Rock Road Over Lockatong Creek in Raven Rock: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 127 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: Lambertville Iron Works of Lambertville, New Jersey

Built by a noteworthy local builder, this ancient bridge with Phoenix columns is well decorated.

Rockafellows Mill Bridge
HSR

Rockafellow Mill Road Over South Branch Raritan River (Red Rock Lake) in Rockafellows Mill: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 138 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

One of the last bridges to be constructed by the prolific Wrought Iron Bridge Company.

Nevius Street Bridge
HSR

Nevius Street Over Raritan River in Raritan: Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1886 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

An extremely rare, and well-preserved example of a multi-span Whipple truss.

Homestead High Level Bridge
Homestead Grays Bridge
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Browns Hill Road Over Monongahela River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous 22 Panel Rivet-Connected Wichert Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,109 ft. Main Span: 534 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1936 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and George S. Richardson of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This bridge is an extremely rare example of a bridge with a Wichert truss detail.

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2nd Concession Road Bridge
Riverview Drive Bridge
HSR

2nd Concession Road (Riverview Drive) Over Long Marsh Drain (Canard River Branch) in Rural (Amherstburg): Essex County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

One of two beautiful examples of an uncommon version of rainbow arch in Ontario.

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Western Avenue Bridge
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Western Avenue Over Contoocook River in Rural: Merrimack County, New Hampshire, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 305 ft. Main Span: 149 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This attractive two span skewed through truss is remarkably close to another historic highway truss bridge.

Warsaw Upper Bridge
HSR

Swinging Bridge Road (Old MO-7) Over Osage River in Warsaw: Benton County, Missouri, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 600 ft. Main Span: 510 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: Joseph A. Dice

This is the largest and only preserved example of Joseph Dice's unique primitive but durable suspension bridges.

Rough Hollow Bridge
HSR

CR-281 Over Pomme de Terre River in Rural: Hickory County, Missouri, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 257 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is a very long span 19th century pin-connected Pratt truss span.

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Red Bridge
HSR

Red Bridge Road Over Bull Creek in Rural: Christian County, Missouri, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 255 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1915 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is a rare multi-span example of a pin-connected pony truss bridge.

McCurdy Bridge
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Brant-Elderslie Townline Over Saugeen River in Arran-Elderslie: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 215 ft. Main Span: 213 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Standard Steel Construction Company of Port Robinson, Ontario

This extremely unusual, significant, and impressive bridge has a highly unusual floorbeam and bottom chord design.

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Hawkins Ford Bridge
HSR

Seneca Road Over Finley Creek in Rural: Christian County, Missouri, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 161 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1915 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is a rare two-span example of a pin-connected pony truss bridge.

Green Bridge
HSR

Smyrna Road Over Finley Creek in Rural: Christian County, Missouri, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 281 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is a later, but classic example of a pin-connected Pratt truss bridge.

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Webster Street Bridge
HSR

Webster Street Over Mad River in Dayton: Montgomery County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 355 ft. Main Span: 111 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1916 By: Unknown

This bridge was one of the last of what was once an impressive collection of concrete arch bridges in Dayton.

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Jefferson Avenue Footbridge
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Jefferson Avenue (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Railroad (BNSF) in Springfield: Greene County, Missouri, United States

Metal Cantilever 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 562 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1902 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and J. W. Hoover of Kansas City, Missouri

This is an extremely rare cantilever truss footbridge, and an early surviving cantilever truss of any type as well.

Dorman Bridge
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CR-273 Over Pomme de Terre River in Rural: Hickory County, Missouri, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 404 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a later but attractive example of a pin-connected Parker through truss bridge.

Cedar Bluff Bridge
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346th Road (198th Road) Over Lindley Creek in Rural: Polk County, Missouri, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 159 ft. Main Span: 117 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This traditional Pratt through truss carried a road that made a sharp ninety degree turn before crossing the bridge.

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J. M. Walters Bridge
US-25E Bridge
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US-25E (TN-32) Over French Broad River (Douglass Lake) in Rural: Cocke County, Tennessee and Jefferson County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Cantilever 13 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,765 ft. Main Span: 205 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1934 By: Unknown

This highly unusual and relatively small cantilever design has a simplistic design and also has a very long approach system.

TR-138 South Fork Bridge
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CR-1100 East (TR-138) Over South Fork Sangamon River in Rural: Christian County, Illinois, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This impressive bedstead truss bridge stands abandoned with its approach washed away.

CR-2200 East Bridge
TR-258 Bridge
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CR-2200 East (TR-258) Over Lake Fork in Rural: Christian County, Illinois, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Unknown

This small bedstead pony truss has had its legs encased in a concrete abutment.

Buskirk Ford Bridge
HSR

2500th Street (TR-416) Over McKee Creek in Rural: Adams County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

This short through truss is an extremely rare surviving bridge by the Morse Bridge Company, a builder known for unique and decorative details.

Spengler Bridge
HSR

Spangler Road Over Kinderhook Creek in Rural: Columbia County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 148 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Morse Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio

This is a very rare example of a bridge built by the Morse Bridge Company, which was known for their variety of designs and ornamental details.

AR-7 Harp Creek Bridge
HSR

AR-7 Over Harp Creek in Rural: Newton County, Arkansas, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 117 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Luten Bridge Company of Little Rock, Arkansas and Arkansas State Highway Commission

A rare example of a Luten arch bridge in Arkansas, this one was built by an in-state contractor.

CR-2475 North Bridge
TR-53 Buckhart Creek Bridge
HSR

CR-2475 North (TR-53) Over Buckhart Creek in Rural: Christian County, Illinois, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Lafayette Bridge Company of Lafayette, Indiana

Although abandoned, this remains an excellent and unaltered example of a bedstead pony truss bridge.

CR-2200 East Bridge
TR-264 Flat Branch Bridge
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CR-2200 East (TR-264) Over Flat Branch in Rural: Christian County, Illinois, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This rivet-connected bedstead pony truss has been abandoned.

CR-1800 North Bridge
TR-121 Big George Branch Bridge
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CR-1800 North (TR-121) Over Big George Branch in Rural: Christian County, Illinois, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small but rare example of a riveted Warren bedstead truss bridge.

CR-450 North Bridge
TR-297 Prairie Fork Bridge
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CR-450 North (TR-297) Over Prairie Fork in Rural: Christian County, Illinois, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bedstead pony truss remains in decent condition despite flooding, with one huge exception being one of the endposts has broken.

CR-150 South Fork Bridge #1
TR-343 South Fork Bridge #1
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CR-150 North (TR-343) Over South Fork Sangamon River in Rural: Christian County, Illinois, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Despite legs being encased in concrete, this is an excellent and rare example of a rivet-connected and Warren truss bedstead.

TR-343 South Fork Bridge #2
CR-150 South Fork Bridge #2
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CR-150 North (TR-343) Over South Fork Sangamon River in Rural: Christian County, Illinois, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Despite legs being partially encased in concrete, this is an excellent and rare example of a rivet-connected and Warren truss bedstead.

Satterlee Hollow Road Bridge
Berlin Bridge
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Satterlee Hollow Road Over Little Hoosick River in Rural (Near Berlin): Rensselaer County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Featuring a true curve to its top chord, this riveted truss bridge may be unique in the United States with its European style bowstring appearance.

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Champ Clark Bridge
HSR

US-54 (Mansion Street) Over Mississippi River and Railroad in Louisiana: Pike County, Missouri and Pike County, Illinois, United States

Metal 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,279 ft. Main Span: 419 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1928 By: Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company of Leavenworth, Kansas and Harrington, Howard, and Ash of Kansas City, Missouri

The beautiful design of this bridge with its large Pennsylvania truss spans was not enough to save it from the scrapyard.

CR-575 North Bridge
TR-317 Becks Creek Bridge
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CR-575 North (TR-317) Over Becks Creek in Rural: Shelby County, Illinois, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

Although closed, this remains a good example of a rare rivet-connected bedstead truss bridge.

CR-375 North Bridge
TR-373 Becks Creek Bridge
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CR-375 North (TR-373) Over Becks Creek in Rural: Shelby County, Illinois, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Unknown

This is an abandoned but outstanding example of a bedstead truss bridge, due to its intact and unaltered legs.

Vachel Lindsay Bridge
HSR

Long Bay Drive Over Lake Springfield in Springfield: Sangamon County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Cantilever Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,398 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 11

Built 1933 By: Unknown and Burns and McDonnell of Kansas City, Missouri

This is one of the largest examples in the country of an extremely rare bridge type, a cantilevered concrete arch bridge.

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Lake Street Bridge
Wilson Bridge
HSR

Lake Street (NY-425) Over East Branch Twelvemile Creek in Wilson: Niagara County, New York, United States

Stone Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 12 ft. Main Span: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This tiny arch bridge is part stone and part concrete, under 20 feet long, but it has ornate approach guardrails from a preceding structure.

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Cascade Bridge
HSR

South Main Street Over Cascade Ravine in Burlington: Des Moines County, Iowa, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 464 ft. Main Span: 204 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Milwaukee Bridge and Iron Works of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Boynton and Warriner of Cedar Rapids, Iowa

This is a rare example of a high level style pin-connected Baltimore deck truss.

Bolivia Road Bridge
Lanesville Bridge
HSR

Bolivia Road (CR-1000 East, TR-518) Over Sangamon River in Rural: Sangamon County, Illinois and Christian County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 622 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: J. T. Garrett of St. Louis, Missouri

This bridge is noted for its use of ornamentation, which was unusual for bridges in rural locations.

Hazen Bridge
Newcomb Bridge
HSR

CR-2600 North (TR-85) Over Sangamon River in Rural: Champaign County, Illinois, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 359 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Seevers Manufacturing Company of Oskaloosa, Iowa

This bridge is unique and highly significant for its substructure consisting of cast iron bents.

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Swift Mills Road Bridge
Swift's Mills Bridge
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Swift Mills Road Over Murder Creek in Rural: Erie County, New York, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: R. S. McMannus Steel Construction Company of Buffalo, New York

This traditional plate girder bridge was built by a little-known builder.

Phoenix Bridge
Ball Park Road Bridge
HSR

Ball Park Road (VA-685) Over Craig Creek in Rural: Botetourt County, Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 267 ft. Main Span: 152 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This is one of the finest Phoenix column truss bridges in the country, and also has an unusual riveted Warren deck truss span as well.

Linville Creek Bridge
HSR

VA-1421 (Old Alignment) Over Linville Creek in Broadway: Rockingham County, Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Thacher Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

One of the last surviving examples of a bridge with the rare Thacher truss configuration, this bypassed bridge also has unique cast iron details.

Hammersmith Bridge
HSR

Hammersmith Bridge Road (A306) Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed

Length: 700 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1887 By: Dixon, Appleby and Thorne and Joseph Bazalgette

This magnificent bridge is one of the most beautiful and ornately decorated bridges in the UK.

Ponte Hercílio Luz
Hercilio Luz Bridge
HSR

Ponte Hercílio Luz Over Atlantic Ocean in Florianópolis: South Region, Brazil (Brasil), Brazil (Brasil)

Metal Through Truss Stiffening Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed

Length: 2,689 ft. Main Span: 1,114 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Robinson and Steinman of New York, New York

This extremely unusual suspension bridge is the last remaining connection to an important chapter of bridge history.

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Sylvan Island Highway Bridge
2nd Street Bridge
HSR

2nd Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Sylvan Slough in Moline: Rock Island County, Illinois, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1901 By: Clinton Bridge and Iron Works of Clinton, Iowa

This historic bridge could have been restored for continued pedestrian use, but is instead was demolished and replaced!

Pakenham Bridge
Five-Span Stone Bridge
HSR

Kinburn Side Road (CR-20) Over Mississippi River in Pakenham (Mississippi Mills): Lanark County, Ontario, Canada

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 268 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1901 By: O'Toole and Keating of Ottawa, Ontario

This is an outstanding, long, and extremely rare example of a stone arch bridge in Canada.

Conley Bridge
HSR

Jock Trail Over Jock River in Ottawa (Rural): Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Ontario Bridge Company of Toronto, Ontario

This bridge is a traditional Warren pony truss bridge from the 1940s.

Mohrs Road Bridge
5th Concession Bridge
HSR

Mohrs Road Over Mississippi River in Ottawa (Galletta): Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Unknown

This is a small but early and uncommon Ontario example of a concrete arch bridge.

Walpack Center Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Flat Brook in Rural: Sussex County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 69 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This bridge is an excellent example of the work of the Groton Bridge Company.

Kansas Avenue Bridge
23rd Street Viaduct
HSR

Kansas Avenue Over Kansas River (Kaw River) and Various Roads and Railroads in Kansas City: Wyandotte County, Kansas and Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,395 ft. Main Span: 322 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1921 By: Kansas City Structural Steel Company of Kansas City, Kansas and Hedrick and Cochrane of Kansas City, Missouri

This bridge does not look like a typical cantilever truss bridge because it uses its cantilever design in a very unusual way.

Brule River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Brule River in Rural: Iron County, Michigan and Florence County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 210 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

A good example of a Chicago and North Western Railroad Bridge.

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Swan Drive Bridge
HSR

Swan Drive Over Swan Channel in Grosse Ile: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

The only truss bridge on the interior of Grosse Ile, this bridge appears to have been relocated to this site.

Dixon's Bridge
Doc Dickinson's Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Dickinson Creek and Bridge Park Trail in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 10 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1892 By: Unknown

This unusual bridge was widened with a concrete arch and crosses two things at once!

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Young's Bridge
HSR

Sylvania Drive Over North Fork Little Beaver Creek in Rural: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This bridge appears to be the work of Penn Bridge Company based on unusual details associated with that company.

Bachelor Run Bridge
Carroll County Bridge 153
HSR

CR-250 S Over Bachelor Run in Rural: Carroll County, Indiana, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is a very small and unusual skewed pony truss bridge with very lightweight truss members.

Bridge Street Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over Chemung River in Corning: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal Continuous 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 586 ft. Main Span: 223 ft. Roadway: 37 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: H. E. Bunce and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

This awe-inspiring bridge is an unusual, small continuous truss and is very photogenic.

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Bridgeport Bridge
HSR

US-130 Over Raccoon Creek in Bridgeport: Gloucester County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 285 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 52.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

This is the widest and only skewed example of three historic vertical lift bridges in the area.

Craighead Bridge
HSR

Zion Road (TR-520) Over Yellow Breeches Creek in Rural: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 134 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Agents

This is only the latest Pittsburgh Bridge Company bridge to be demolished by the very state its builder called home.

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Eckman Road Bridge
HSR

Eckman Road Over Mill Creek in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown and H. W. Crawford

This 1930s pony truss is not built to a state standard plan, which is somewhat unusual in Pennsylvania.

OK-11 Hominy Creek Bridge
HSR

OK-11 (4th Avenue) Over Hominy Creek in Rural: Tulsa County, Oklahoma, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 405 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Standard Paving Company of Tulsa, Oklahoma

An excellent and increasingly rare surviving example of a signature Oklahoma K-Parker truss bridge, this bridge was relocated to private property.

Union Street Bridge
Bridge E-174
HSR

Union Street (259) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Spencerport: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 141 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania and Skene and Richmond of Louisa, Kentucky

A traditional example of an Erie Canal lift bridge.

River Road Bridge
Bridge E-28
HSR

River Road (CR-65) Over Barge Canal in Rural: Montgomery County, New York, United States

Metal Cantilever 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Cantilever Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 359 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This remarkable bridge consists of a cantilever structure where a through truss bears on an unusual plate girder cantilever at one end.

McAlpin Road Private Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Columbia Drain in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small bridge is threatened by a collapsing abutment that has tipped forward by nearly a foot.

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Goethals Bridge
Elizabeth - Howland Hook Bridge
HSR

I-278 (Staten Island Expressway) Over Arthur Kill in Elizabeth and New York: Union County, New Jersey and Staten Island, New York, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 8,073 ft. Main Span: 672 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: Unknown and J. A. L. Waddell

This impressive cantilever truss bridge was designed by a famous bridge engineer.

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Tappan Zee Bridge
Governor Malcolm Wilson Tappan Zee Bridge
HSR

I-87 and I-287 (New York State Thruway) Over Hudson River in Grand View-on-Hudson and Tarrytown: Rockland County, New York and Westchester County, New York, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 16,013 ft. Main Span: 1,212 ft. Roadway: 84 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1955 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Madigan-Hyland

The longest bridge in the state, this massive cantilever truss bridge is complimented by a long series of deck truss approach spans.

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FL-105 Sisters Creek Bridge
Heckscher Drive Bridge
HSR

FL-105 (Heckscher Drive) Over Sisters Creek in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 756 ft. Main Span: 134 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Unknown

This traditional example of a plate girder bascule bridge has been replaced by a mundane fixed high level bridge.

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MO-79 Noix Creek Bridge
HSR

MO-79 (3rd Street) Over Noix Creek in Louisiana: Pike County, Missouri, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 217 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Otto W. Knutson of Kansas City, Missouri and Missouri State Highway Commission

This bridge was noted for its very unusual design details, which resulted from a combination of a 47 degree skew and a superelevation for a curve.

Schloss Linderhof Brücke (Linderhof Palace Bridge)
HSR

Old Palace Entrance Road Over Linder River in Rural: Upper Bavaria (Oberbayern), Bavaria (Bayern), Germany (Deutschland)

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Although bypassed by a new entrance roadway and bridge now, this bridge appears to be the former main entrance and bridge for Linderhof Palace.

Döblinger Steg (Döblinger Footbridge)
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Danube Canal (Donaukanal) in Vienna (Wien): Vienna (Wien), Austria (Österreich)

Metal (Arch and Suspended Deck) Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Aktiengesellschaft R. Ph. Waagner - L. J. Biró and A. Kurz of Vienna, Austria and Friedrich Jäckel and Josef Luger

This is a beautiful footbridge with impressive ornamental portals.

Szabadság híd (Liberty Bridge)
Franz Joseph Bridge (Ferenc József híd), Fővám téri híd
HSR

Kelenhegyi út and Vámház körút Over Danube River (Duna) in Budapest: Pest County, Central Hungary (Pest megye, Magyarország), Hungary (Magyarország)

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,095 ft. Main Span: 560 ft. Roadway: 66 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1896 By: Hungarian Royal State Iron, Steel and Machine Factory of Budapest, Hungary and János Feketeházy and Szántó Albert

This bridge is one of the most ornamented metal truss bridges in the world, and is also noted for its early and graceful cantilever truss design.

Marienbrücke (Queen Mary's Bridge)
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Pollät Gorge in Schwangau (Hohenschwangau): Swabia (Schwaben), Bavaria (Bayern), Germany (Deutschland)

Metal 10 Panel Hingeless Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1866 By: Maschinenbau-Gesellschaft Nürnberg, Klett & Co. and Heinrich Gottfried Gerber

Due to its age, integrity, association with an important German engineer, and its unique location in the shadow of a famous castle, this is among the most significant historic bridges in Germany.

Pont des Amours (Bridge of Loves)
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Canal du Vassé in Annecy: Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

Metal Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Charles Galletto and Gaspard Fruaüf

This handsome riveted steel arch footbridge is a popular local crossing.

Pont Sur Le Thiou
HSR

Rue Perrière Over Le Thiou in Annecy: Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This stone arch bridge carries heavy pedestrian traffic in the heart of Annecy.

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Elmore Bridge
HSR

Toledo Street (OH-51) Over Portage River in Elmore: Ottawa County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 282 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: Unknown and D. H. Overman and Ohio State Highway Department

A graceful concrete arch bridge worthy of preservation.

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North Street Bridge
HSR

North Street (OH-47) Over Great Miami River in Sidney: Shelby County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 350 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: Unknown and D. H. Overman and Ohio State Highway Department

A good example of a multi-span concrete arch bridge in Ohio.

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Keene Station Bridge
Base Line Bridge
HSR

Base Line Over Indian River in Keene: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Dickson Bridge Works Company of Campbellford, Ontario

This bridge is a good example of a heritage bridge built by a local bridge builder.

Towpath Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Ohio and Erie Canal (Walhonding Canal) in Coshocton (Roscoe Village): Coshocton County, Ohio, United States

Metal Howe Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

Although altered this is a rare example of a Massillon Bridge Company iron Howe truss design.

Lillooet Old Bridge
HSR

Old Bridge Road Over Fraser River in Lillooet: Squamish-Lillooet District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 528 ft. Main Span: 345 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri

This old suspension bridge was bypassed and has been preserved for non-vehicular use.

Inholmes Bridge
HSR

Broadbent Road Over Manitouwabing River in Inholmes (Township of Mckellar): Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an early and unaltered surviving example of a concrete t-beam in Ontario of decent span length for this type of bridge.

Zollamtsbrücke
Wienflussbrücke
HSR

Railroad (U-Bahn-Linie U4) Over Wien River (Wienfluss) in Vienna (Wien): Vienna (Wien), Austria (Österreich)

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 211 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Anton Biró and Otto Koloman Wagner

This bridge allows the U-Bahn subway to emerge from the underground and cross the river directly under a footbridge.

Zollamtssteg
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Wien River (Wienfluss) and Railroad (U-Bahn-Linie U4) in Vienna (Wien): Vienna (Wien), Austria (Österreich)

Metal Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Anton Biró and Martin Paul

This beautiful bridge is made unique because it crosses over a historic railway truss bridge as well.

Cut River Bridge
Heath Michael Robinson Cut River Memorial Bridge
HSR

US-2 Over Cut River in Rural: Mackinac County, Michigan, United States

Metal Cantilever 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 641 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1947 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Michigan State Highway Department

Among the largest bridges in Michigan, this is a very large deck cantilever bridge whose construction was interrupted by World War II.

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Arlington Memorial Bridge
HSR

Memorial Avenue Over Potomac River in Washington: District of Columbia, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 2,057 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Hunkin-Conkey Construction Company of Cleveland, Ohio and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

The National Park Service chose to demolish and replace the main span of this bridge, one of the most beautiful and unique bascule spans in the world.

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Jones Bridge
HSR

Jones Bridge Road (Abandoned Section) Over Chattahoochee River in Johns Creek: Fulton County, Georgia and Gwinnett County, Georgia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This bridge sat abandoned and missing its companion span for decades before finally collapsing.

Széchenyi lánchíd (Chain Bridge)
HSR

Alagút út Over Danube River (Duna) in Budapest: Pest County, Central Hungary (Pest megye, Magyarország), Hungary (Magyarország)

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed

Length: 1,230 ft. Main Span: 663 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1849 By: Adam Clark and William Tierney Clark

This is the most famous bridge in Budapest and has a long history as an important crossing for the city.

Pont Charles-Albert (Charles Albert Bridge)
Pont de la Caille
HSR

D3B Over Les Usses in Allonzier-la-Caille: Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 630 ft. Main Span: 630 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1839 By: Unknown and Émile Fulrand Belin

This ancient suspension bridge is noted for its height above the river and its unique towers that look like part of a castle.

Pont Caquot (Caquot Bridge)
Pont Neuf
HSR

D1201 Over Les Usses in Allonzier-la-Caille: Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 761 ft. Main Span: 451 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Compagnie Lyonnaise d'Entreprises and Albert Irénée Caquot

This large concrete arch bridge constructed high above the river it crosses was a replacement for the nearby 1839 suspension bridge.

Kleine Ungarbrücke (Little Hungarian Bridge)
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Wien River (Wienfluss) and Railroad (U-Bahn-Linie U4) in Vienna (Wien): Vienna (Wien), Austria (Österreich)

Metal Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1872 By: Société Anonyme des Hauts Fourneaux, Usines et Charbonnages de Sclessin of Liège, Belgium and August Köstlin and Anton Battig

This very ornate bridge is a former vehicular bridge that was relocated here in 1898, and turned into a footbridge.

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St. Clair Highway Bridge
HSR

St. Clair Highway Over Belle River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 32.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1947 By: E. C. Nolan and Son of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This multi-span bridge has low clearance and rusting guardrails.

Margit híd (Margaret Bridge)
HSR

Szent István körút (Nagykörút) and Margit körút Over Danube River (Duna) in Budapest: Pest County, Central Hungary (Pest megye, Magyarország), Hungary (Magyarország)

Metal Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,993 ft. Main Span: 288 ft. Roadway: 36.3 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1876 By: and Ernest Goüin and Société de Construction des Batignolles

This unique and beautiful arch bridge has a bend halfway across the river and a branch span to a nearby island.

Erzsébet híd (Elisabeth Bridge)
HSR

Szabad sajtó út Over Danube River (Duna) in Budapest: Pest County, Central Hungary (Pest megye, Magyarország), Hungary (Magyarország)

Metal Plate Girder Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,242 ft. Main Span: 951 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Ganz–MÁVAG and Sávoly Pál

Unlike the other bridges destroyed in the war, this was one bridge which was replaced with a new bridge that did not resemble the destroyed bridge.

Petőfi híd (Petőfi Bridge)
HSR

Ferenc körút (Nagykörút) and Irinyi József utca Over Danube River (Duna) in Budapest: Pest County, Central Hungary (Pest megye, Magyarország), Hungary (Magyarország)

Metal Continuous 26 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,240 ft. Main Span: 505 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: Hungarian Royal State Iron, Steel and Machine Factory of Budapest, Hungary and Álgyai Hubert Pál

This relatively simple looking continuous deck truss bridge is a contrast to the more ornate bridges in Budapest.

Schemerlbrücke (Schemerl Bridge)
Josef von Schemerl-Brücke (Josef von Schemerl Bridge)
HSR

Am Brigittenaurer Sporn Over Danube Canal (Donaukanal) in Vienna (Wien): Vienna (Wien), Austria (Österreich)

Metal 19 Panel Rivet-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 164 ft. Main Span: 161 ft. Roadway: 26.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Unknown and Otto Koloman Wagner

This unique bridge has three truss lines and accommodates both traffic and also machinery related to the dam and lock system at this location.

Schemerl Railway Bridge
Danube Canal U-Bahn Bridge
HSR

Railroad (U-Bahn Railway) Over Danube Canal (Donaukanal) in Vienna (Wien): Vienna (Wien), Austria (Österreich)

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 300 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unique bridge has three truss lines and accommodates both traffic and also machinery related to the dam and lock system at this location.

Radetzkybrücke (Radetzky Bridge)
HSR

Uraniastraße Over Wien River (Wienfluss) in Vienna (Wien): Vienna (Wien), Austria (Österreich)

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 76.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1900 By: Unknown and Josef Hackhofer and Friedrich Ohmann

One of several beautiful and ornate bridges on this river, this bridge stands out with its arched girders.

Kleine Marxerbrücke (Small Marxer Bridge)
HSR

Marxergasse Over Wien River (Wienfluss) in Vienna (Wien): Vienna (Wien), Austria (Österreich)

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 9.9 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Unknown and Josef Hackhofer and Friedrich Ohmann

Hidden behind some of the most beautiful ornamentation ever seen on this type of bridge is actually a simple utilitarian plate girder bridge.

Stubenbrücke (Stuben Bridge)
HSR

Weiskirchnerstraße Over Wien River (Wienfluss) in Vienna (Wien): Vienna (Wien), Austria (Österreich)

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 49 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Unknown and Josef Hackhofer and Friedrich Ohmann

This bridge has lost a lot of its original ornamentation making it look more simple than the other nearby bridges over this river.

S-Bahnbrücke Heiligenstädter Strasse (S-Bahn Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (S-Bahn) Over Heiligenstädter Straße in Vienna (Wien): Vienna (Wien), Austria (Österreich)

Metal Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several graceful and highly decorated arch bridges along the U-Bahn and S-Bahn railways in the area.

U-Bahnbrücke Döblinger Gürtel (U-Bahn Bridge Döblinger Gürtel)
HSR

Railroad (U-Bahn) Over Gürtelbrücke (221) and Heiligenstädter Straße in Vienna (Wien): Vienna (Wien), Austria (Österreich)

Metal Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Passing over a road and another bridge, this is one of several graceful and highly decorated arch bridges along the U-Bahn and S-Bahn railways in the area.

U-Bahnbrücke Heiligenstädter Strasse (U-Bahn Bridge Heiligenstädter Strasse)
HSR

Railroad (U-Bahn) Over Heiligenstädter Straße in Vienna (Wien): Vienna (Wien), Austria (Österreich)

Metal Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 116 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several graceful and highly decorated arch bridges along the U-Bahn and S-Bahn railways in the area.

U-Bahnbrücke Döblinger Hauptstraße (U-Bahn Bridge Döblinger Hauptstrasse)
HSR

Railroad (U-Bahn) Over Döblinger Hauptstraße in Vienna (Wien): Vienna (Wien), Austria (Österreich)

Metal Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 116 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several graceful and highly decorated arch bridges along the U-Bahn and S-Bahn railways in the area.

Bernard Street Bridge
HSR

Bernard Street Over North Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Alden and Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

This unique foot bridge shows strong evidence that it is a relocated and altered railroad overpass bridge.

McKinley Bridge
HSR

Salisbury Street Over Mississippi River in St. Louis and Venice: St. Louis City, Missouri and Madison County, Illinois, United States

Metal 18 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 5,734 ft. Main Span: 518 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1910 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and Ralph Modjeski

This massive truss bridge is an early surviving example of work by a master engineer and also is noted for the length of its simple truss spans.

Whirlpool Rapids Railroad Bridge
Michigan Central Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian Pacific) Over Niagara River in Niagara Falls: Niagara Region, Ontario and Niagara County, New York, Canada and United States

Metal 16 Panel Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 863 ft. Main Span: 640 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Olaf Hoff of New York, New York

This rare, monumental historic bridge provides a pleasing compliment to its older highway companion.

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Savanna-Sabula Bridge
HSR

US-52 and IA-64 Over Mississippi River and Railroad (BNSF) in Savanna and Sabula: Jackson County, Iowa and Carroll County, Illinois, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected K-Truss Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,481 ft. Main Span: 520 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: Minneapolis Bridge Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota and George A. Maney of Evanston, Illinois

This landmark continuous truss bridge has some unusual design details that give it additional historic and technological significance.

US-12 Willow Run Interchange
HSR

US-12 Interchange Over US-12 Interchange in Rural: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 276 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 51 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1942 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Michigan State Highway Department

Part of Michigan's first major limited access highway, one of two three level interchanges built to support World War II bomber production.

US-12 Wiard Road Interchange
HSR

US-12 Interchange Over US-12 Interchange in Rural: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 276 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 51 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1942 By: F. Yeager Bridge and Culvert Works of Port Huron, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

Part of Michigan's first major limited access highway, one of two three level interchanges built to support World War II bomber production.

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Fair River Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 178910
HSR

Fair River Road Over East Nishnabotna River in Near Atlantic: Cass County, Iowa, United States

Metal Bolt-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is a rare Iowa example of the uncommon double-intersection Warren truss and a rare, early bolted truss.

U-Bahnbrücke Währinger Straße
HSR

Railroad (U-Bahn) Over Währinger Straße in Vienna (Wien): Vienna (Wien), Austria (Österreich)

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 610 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1898 By: Unknown and Otto Koloman Wagner

This series of overpass bridges with decorative fascias and piers connects to a historic U-Bahn station.

Mozartsteg
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Salzach in Salzburg: Salzburg, Austria (Österreich)

Metal Tied Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 325 ft. Main Span: 106 ft. Roadway: 7.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1903 By: Ignaz Gridl and E. Gaertner of Vienna, Austria

This attractive footbridge was constructed as a toll bridge originally.

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Anthony's Bridge
HSR

Anthony's Mill Road Over West Branch Perkiomen Creek in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: William F. Remppis Company of Reading, Pennsylvania and Dreibelbis and Company

Preservationists were attempting to save this attractive truss bridge from demolition, but ultimately the bridge was removed.

Freese Road Bridge
Varna Bridge
HSR

Freese Road Over Fall Creek in Varna: Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal Continuous 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 166 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1882 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This truss bridge is one of two pin-connected pony truss bridges in the county with an extremely rare continuous configuration.

Bridge Street Bridge
HSR

NY-52 (CR-24, Bridge Street) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Narrowsburg: Sullivan County, New York, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: Unknown

This small, and late example of a plate girder nevertheless fits nicely with the larger nearby Delaware River bridge.

Big Creek Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 220880
HSR

Big Creek Road Over Big Creek in Bertram: Linn County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: J. E. Jayne and Son of Iowa City, Iowa

This attractive structure appears to have been well maintained.

Louisiana Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Kansas City Southern) Over Mississippi River in Louisiana: Pike County, Missouri and Pike County, Illinois, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,053 ft. Main Span: 444 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

This long series of truss spans remains an intact and functioning railroad bridge over the Mississippi River.

Galetta Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Arnprior-Nepean Railway Contracted to Canadian National) (Renfrew Spur) Over Mississippi River in Ottawa (Galetta): Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 280 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1893 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This railway bridge is an early rivet-connected truss bridge with an uncommon truss configuration.

Mohrs Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Arnprior-Nepean Railway) (Renfrew Spur) Over Mohrs Road in Ottawa (Galletta): Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada

Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is the last remaining timber overpass bridge in Ottawa.

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Seward Viaduct
Seward Railroad Overpass Bridge
HSR

PA-56 and PA-711 Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Seward: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 417 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

A good example of a 1930s pony truss in Pennsylvania.

Panther Hollow Bridge
HSR

Schenley Drive Over Panther Hollow in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 640 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Shultz Bridge and Iron Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Henry B. Rust

One of two rare and impressive deck arch bridges in Schenley Park that feature stone arch approach spans as well.

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Keowee Street Bridge
HSR

Keowee Street (Old Dixie Highway) Over Great Miami River in Dayton: Montgomery County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 516 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1931 By: Maxon Construction Company of Dayton, Ohio

Now itself sentenced to demolition, this was once part of an impressive group of historic concrete arch bridges in Dayton.

Horseshoe Lake Road Bridge
HSR

Horseshoe Lake Road (RR-20) Over Gull River in Minden Hills: Haliburton County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This small pony truss was built at the Toronto works of the Dominion Bridge Company.

Anderson Bridge
HSR

John Shaw Road Over Carp Creek in Ottawa (Kinburn): Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Ontario Bridge Company of Toronto, Ontario

This bridge is a late but largely unaltered example of a riveted pony truss.

Waterloo Bridge
HSR

Waterloo Road (VA-613) Over Rappahannock River in Rural: Culpeper County, Virginia and Fauquier County, Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 366 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This extremely old example of a traditional highway Pratt truss bridge is an early product of the Pittsburgh Bridge Company.

Featherbed Lane Bridge
John G. Lewis Memorial Bridge
HSR

Featherbed Lane (VA-673) Over Catoctin Creek in Rural: Loudoun County, Virginia, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 159 ft. Main Span: 159 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Variety Iron Works of Cleveland, Ohio

This bridge is an extremely rare surviving example of a bridge built by the Variety Iron Works, a company true to its name.

Airlie Road Bridge
HSR

Airlie Road Over Cedar Run in Rural: Fauquier County, Virginia, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Unknown

This concrete arch with stone spandrel walls appears to have been built as part of the adjacent Arlie Farm complex.

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Cary Avenue Bridge
Dan Brusslan Bridge
HSR

Cary Avenue (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Ravine in Highland Park: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Metal Cantilever Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: Unknown

With ornate railings, this unusual riveted footbridge is also known for its unusual cantilever design and steel bents.

Crystal Springs Cemetery Bridge
HSR

Cemetery Road Over Ox Creek in Benton Harbor: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown and Daniel Luten

A noted example of an arch bridge in Michigan designed by famous bridge engineer Daniel Luten.

St. Thomas Canadian National Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Kettle Creek in St. Thomas: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 630 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of two large high level rail bridges in St. Thomas, this bridge appears to be built of imported German steel.

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CR-557 Bridge
HSR

CR-557 Over West Branch Escanaba River in Rural: Marquette County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: P.J. Nickel Company of Ironwood, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This steel stringer bridge is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as an early long-span steel stringer bridge.

Burk's Bridge
Concession Road 5 Bridge
HSR

Concession Road 5 Over Nottawasaga River in Rural: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: R. A. Blyth and W. A. Spellman

This beautiful concrete bowstring arch bridge is a heritage bridge that appears to remain in good condition.

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Vigo Bridge
HSR

Flos Road 4 Over Nottawasaga River in Rural: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 148 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 15.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This attractive and well-built heritage bridge has been targeted for demolition by Simcoe County!

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Rockland Road Bridge
Green Bridge
HSR

Rockland Road Over Desplaines River in Libertyville: Lake County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 152 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This truss was built in Vandalia, relocated here in 1962, and the trusses were placed as decorations on a new bridge in 1990.

Shelby Street Bridge
John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge, Sparkman Street Bridge
HSR

Shelby Street (Sparkman Street) Over Cumberland River in Nashville: Davidson County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Tied Bowstring Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,877 ft. Main Span: 318 ft. Roadway: 36.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1909 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Howard M. Jones

This iconic landmark bridge in downtown Nashville was restored and preserved for non-motorized traffic.

Conrad Bridge
Newton County Bridge 57
HSR

CR-700 North Over Beaver Lake Ditch in Rural: Newton County, Indiana, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Elkhart Bridge and Iron Company of Elkhart, Indiana

This is an unusual small-scale, lightweight riveted Warren deck truss bridge.

East Street Bridge
HSR

East Street (Mahomet Village Bike Trail) Over Sangamon River in Mahomet: Champaign County, Illinois, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1912 By: Decatur Bridge Company of Decatur, Illinois

This two span Pratt truss has been closed to vehicular traffic, but remains open to pedestrians.

Henley Bridge
HSR

US-441 (TN-33, Henley Street) Over Tennessee River in Knoxville: Knox County, Tennessee, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,793 ft. Main Span: 317 ft. Roadway: 54.5 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1930 By: Booth and Flinn Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This very large and impressive concrete arch bridge has been extensively rehabilitated.

Gay Street Bridge
HSR

Gay Street Over Tennessee River in Knoxville: Knox County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Cantilever 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,512 ft. Main Span: 252 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1897 By: Youngstown Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio and Charles Fowler

This iconic landmark bridge is an extremely early surviving example of a large-scale deck cantilever highway truss bridge in America.

McBee Bridge
HSR

Mascot Road (County Road 1262) Over Holston River in Rural: Knox County, Tennessee, United States

Concrete Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 785 ft. Main Span: 223 ft. Roadway: 24.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Southern Company of Birmingham, Alabama and Freeland-Roberts and Company of Nashville, Tennessee

The only bridge of its kind in the state, this is a large and extremely massive example of a concrete bowstring rainbow arch bridge.

Knoxville Norfolk Southern Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Tennessee River in Knoxville: Knox County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 6 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,295 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its variety of truss designs including rare pin-connected Warren truss spans.

Hill Avenue Bridge
HSR

Hill Avenue Over First Creek and Neyland Drive (TN-158) in Knoxville: Knox County, Tennessee, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 631 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1936 By: V. L. Nicholson Company of Knoxville, Tennessee and Luten Bridge Company

This bridge is an outstanding example of a bridge designed by the Luten Bridge Company.

Knoxville CSX Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Tennessee River in Knoxville: Knox County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through T-Beam, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,051 ft. Main Span: 280 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1966 By: Unknown

One of two large railroad bridges near downtown Knoxville, this is a very late example of a riveted truss bridge.

Salisbury Street Bridge
HSR

Salisbury Street Over Chesapeake and Ohio Canal in Williamsport: Washington County, Maryland, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 9.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: Patapsco Bridge and Iron Works of Baltimore, Maryland and Wendel Bollman of Baltimore, Maryland

A rare surviving work of noted engineer Wendel Bollman, this is a very old metal truss bridge.

Bollman Truss Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Baltimore and Ohio, Rail-Trail) Over Little Patuxent River in Savage: Howard County, Maryland, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 6 Panel Pin-Connected Bollman Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 159 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 25.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1869 By: Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Mount Clare Shops of Baltimore, Maryland and Wendel Bollman of Baltimore, Maryland

This is the last Bollman truss remaining, and was the first iron bridge design built with frequency by the railroads.

Bollman Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Scratch Hill Road in Glade City (Rural): Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 6 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1871 By: Patapsco Bridge and Iron Works of Baltimore, Maryland and Wendel Bollman of Baltimore, Maryland

An extremely rare cast iron bridge and one of the last surviving bridges that were designed by the famous Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Chief Engineer.

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KH-40 18th Concession Drain Bridge
Elbow Line Drain Bridge
HSR

KH-40 Over 18th Concession Drain in Rural: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown

This is a small bridge that helps tell a greater tale of transportation heritage.

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KH-40 Bear Creek Bridge
HSR

KH-40 Over Bear Creek in Rural: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1959 By: Unknown

This bridge is larger and features slightly different design than other bridges on this stretch of road between Chatham and Wallaceburg.

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KH-40 Big Creek Bridge #1
HSR

KH-40 (St. Clair Road) Over Big Creek in Rural: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 39 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown

One of several nearby, nearly identical, KH-40 bridges; while individually undistinguished, together form a unique image of the past.

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KH-40 Big Creek Bridge #2
HSR

KH-40 (St. Clair Road) Over Big Creek in Rural: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 39 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown

One of several nearby, nearly identical, KH-40 bridges; while individually undistinguished, together form a unique image of the past.

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KH-40 Big Creek Bridge #3
HSR

KH-40 (St. Clair Road) Over Big Creek in Rural: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown

One of several nearby, nearly identical, KH-40 bridges; while individually undistinguished, together form a unique image of the past.

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KH-40 Big Creek Bridge #4
HSR

KH-40 (St. Clair Road) Over Big Creek in Rural: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown

One of several nearby, nearly identical, KH-40 bridges; while individually undistinguished, together form a unique image of the past.

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KH-40 Big Creek Bridge #5
HSR

KH-40 (St. Clair Road) Over Big Creek in Rural: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1960 By: Unknown

One of several nearby, nearly identical, KH-40 bridges; while individually undistinguished, together form a unique image of the past.

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CR-74 Bridge
HSR

CR-74 (Westchester Bourne) Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Rural: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Unknown

One of a shrinking number of remaining attractive heritage overpass bridges crossing this highway with good historic integrity.

Dorchester Road Bridge
HSR

Dorchester Road Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Rural: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 108 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Unknown

One of a number of remaining similar structures, this bridge is both old and unusual as an attractive expressway overpass.

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Elgin Road Bridge
HSR

Elgin Road (KH-73) Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Rural: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 108 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Unknown

One of a number of remaining similar structures, this bridge is both old and unusual as an attractive expressway overpass.

Glanworth Drive Bridge
HSR

Glanworth Drive Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Tempo (Rural): Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 121 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1958 By: Unknown

This beautiful vintage overpass stands out among the few surviving bridges of this type because of its skew.

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Westminster Drive Bridge
HSR

Westminster Drive Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 95 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown

An extremely unusual variation in Ontario's rigid-frame designs.

Londesborough Bridge
HSR

CR-4 (Former KH-4) Over South Maitland River in Londesborough: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This is an extremely rare example of a rural open-spandrel concrete arch bridge in Ontario.

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Bayfield Bridge
HSR

KH-21 (Bluewater Highway) Over Bayfield River in Bayfield: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 203 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1949 By: Unknown

An attractive two-span deck truss with v-lacing hidden under an ugly deck.

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Willow Grove Bridge
HSR

KH-23 (164 Road) Over Thames River Tributary in Willow Grove: Perth County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This bridge is an uncommon surviving example of a bridge displaying a standard plan concrete parapet railing design used in Ontario.

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Norwich Avenue Bridge
Constable Jack Ross Memorial Bridge
HSR

Norwich Avenue (CR-59) Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Woodstock: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 108 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Unknown

One of a number of remaining similar structures, this bridge is both old and unusual as an attractive expressway overpass.

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Plank Line Bridge
Constable Scott Rossiter Memorial Bridge
HSR

Plank Line (Highway 19) Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Ingersoll: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 108 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Unknown

Bridges like these older overpasses on Highway 401 are what make driving on roads more interesting.

KH-2 Westbound Fairchild Creek Bridge
Colborne Street Bridge
HSR

Colborne Street (CR-53 and CR-2) (Westbound Lanes) Over Fairchild Creek in Rural: Brant County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This is one of the few standard Ontario concrete bowstring arch bridges that has been preserved.

Grand River Street Bridge
HSR

Grand River Street (Former KH-24A) Over Nith River in Paris: Brant County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1932 By: Keystone Contractors

This bridge is an early and well-decorated example of its type.

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KH-89 South Saugeen River Bridge
HSR

KH-89 Over South Saugeen River in Minto and West Grey: Grey County, Ontario and Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 118 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This is a very long pony truss span, making its trusses tall, but the bridge has been severely altered.

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Watson Road Bridge
HSR

Watson Road Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Puslinch: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1959 By: Unknown

One of a couple overpasses on this section of the 401 that offer a double-span configuration instead of the single span design.

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Longwood Bridge
Low Level Bridge
HSR

KH-403 (Eastbound Lanes) Over Desjardins Canal in Hamilton: Hamilton City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: Unknown

Carrying heavy expressway traffic today, this bridge with its rare ribbed arch design is a reminder of a long gone road.

Newnan Street Bridge
Hubbard Street Bridge
HSR

Newnan Street (Hubbard Street) Over Hogan's Creek in Jacksonville: Duval County, Florida, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Robert G. Lassiter and Company and Henry J. Klutho and Charles V. Imeson

This is one of a series of attractive bridges constructed under the direction of a noted architect as part of an improvement of Hogan's Creek.

Montrose Swing Bridge
Welland River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Welland River in Niagara Falls: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 400 ft. Main Span: 216 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This rare swing bridge no longer operates but is a rare example of its type in Ontario.

QEW Welland River Bridge
HSR

Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) Over Welland River and Railroad (Canadian Pacific) in Niagara Falls: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 946 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 18

Built 1941 By: Unknown

This is a pair of long stringer bridges that is a part of the original QEW construction.

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1st Line Bridge
Nassagaweya 1st Line Bridge
HSR

Nassagaweya 1st Line Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Milton: Halton Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1959 By: Unknown

One of a couple overpasses on this section of the 401 that offer a double-span configuration instead of the single span design.

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5th Line Bridge
Penville Road Bridge
HSR

5th Line (5th Concession Road, Penville Road) Over KH-400 in Rural: York Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 95 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Unknown

One of a decreasing number of attractive overpass bridges on Highway 400, this one was demolished in 2016.

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Lloydtown-Aurora Road Bridge
HSR

Lloydtown-Aurora Road (RR-16) Over KH-400 in Rural: York Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 121 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

One of a decreasing number of attractive overpass bridges on Highway 400.

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11th Concession Road Bridge
Coulson Road Bridge
HSR

11th Concession Road (11th Line, Coulson Road) Over KH-400 in Rural: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 98 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Unknown

One of a decreasing number of attractive overpass bridges on Highway 400, this one was demolished in 2016.

KH-11 Railway Overpass
HSR

KH-11 Over Railroad (Canadian National) in Washago: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 84 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Unknown

While concrete rigid-frame bridges are common in Ontario, steel rigid-frame bridges like this are not.

KH-89 Bridge
Cookstown Road Bridge
HSR

KH-89 (Cookstown Road) Over KH-400 in Rural: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 108 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

One of a decreasing number of attractive overpass bridges on Highway 400.

KH-11 Southbound Bridge
HSR

KH-11 (Southbound) Over North Branch Muskoka River in Bracebridge: Muskoka District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 149 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Unknown

Originally a two-way bridge, this truss bridge today is part of a one-way couplet on a major highway.

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KH-35 Bridge
HSR

KH-35 Over Rosedale River (Trent-Severn Waterway) in Rural: Kawartha Lakes City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 558 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1963 By: Unknown

This late example of a steel stringer bridge was having its original ornamental railings replaced with ugly modern railings.

New Youngs Point Bridge
HSR

Highway 28 Over Otonabee River (Trent-Severn Waterway) in Youngs Point: Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 316 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1954 By: Unknown

This is an uncommon example of a multi-span pony truss.

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Glen Miller Road Bridge
HSR

Glen Miller Road Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Rural: Hastings County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Unknown

An example of a less common Ontario rigid frame overpass design which visually has a smooth arch arch, but does not blend into the abutment like other rigid frame bridges.

Madawaska KH-60 Bridge
HSR

KH-60 Over Madawaska River in Madawaska: Nipissing District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 158 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1942 By: Unknown

Although altered and not visually remarkable, this t-beam design is uncommon in Ontario.

Whitney Bridge
HSR

KH-60 Over Madawaska River in Whitney: Nipissing District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 99 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a concrete arch bridge in this region of Ontario.

Goulais River Bridge
HSR

TC-17 (KH-17) Over Goulais River in Rural: Algoma District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 16 Panel Bolt-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 299 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Ardelt Industries of Canada

A 1950s truss bridge, this is impressive to look at, and has an odd truss configuration.

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Hamilton Hope Boundary Road Bridge
HSR

Hamilton Hope Boundary Road Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Port Hope: Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 213 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1960 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its attractive arched superstructure.

Severn Railway Bridge
GTRS Bridge 188
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Severn River in Gravenhurst and Washago: Muskoka District, Ontario and Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 217 ft. Main Span: 162 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This truss and plate girder bridge rests on a stone substructure.

Bracebridge Railway Bridge
GTRS Bridge 196
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over North Branch Muskoka River in Bracebridge: Muskoka District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 154 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a pin-connected deck truss in Ontario.

Illinois Street Bridge
Marion County Bridge 1111
HSR

Illinois Street Over Indiana Central Canal (Indianapolis Water Company Canal) in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 147 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 25.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1920 By: National Concrete Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and Daniel Luten

Although its railings have been replaced, this bridge remains an example of a Luten arch bridge.

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Lake Barkley Bridge
Henry R. Lawrence Memorial Bridge
HSR

US-68 and KY-80 (Canton Road) Over Lake Barkley (Cumberland River) in Canton: Trigg County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,105 ft. Main Span: 321 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1932 By: Unknown and J. M. Johnson

One of two large and impressive truss bridges on this stretch of road, and sadly both have a date with the scrapyard.

Narrows Bridge
HSR

Narrows Lock Road (CR-14) Over Rideau Lake (Rideau Canal) in Rural: Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Length: 70 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Unknown

Photos and videos are available showing this hand turned swing bridge in operation!

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Park Road Bridge
HSR

Park Road (CR-489) Over East Branch Big Creek in Rural: Oscoda County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This former trunkline bridge is the only old bridge of any note in the entire county!

Forth Bridge
Forth Rail Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Network Rail) Over Firth of Forth in Queensferry and North Queensferry: City of Edinburgh, Scotland and Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 8,094 ft. Main Span: 1,700 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1889 By: Sir William Arrol and Company of Glasgow, Scotland and John Fowler and Benjamin Baker

This famous bridge is one of the most beautiful and important historic bridges in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Mythe Bridge
HSR

A438 Over River Severn in Tewkesbury: South West, England and West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Brick Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1826 By: William Hazledine of Shrewsbury, England and Thomas Telford

This outstanding cast iron arch bridge is noted for its beauty, age, integrity, and as a noted work of Thomas Telford.

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West Middlesex Viaduct
HSR

Main Street (Hubbard Road, PA-318) Over Shenango River, Garfield Street, Abandoned Railroad in West Middlesex: Mercer County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 718 ft. Main Span: 202 ft. Roadway: 26.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

The only example of a highway deck truss in Mercer County.

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Johnson Street Bridge
Blue Bridge
HSR

Johnson Street (Pandora Avenue) Over Inner Harbour in Victoria: Capital District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 376 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

One of the most important movable bridges in Canada was demolished and replaced.

Powick Iron Bridge
Powick New Bridge
HSR

A449 (Malvern Road) Over River Teme in Powick and Worcester: West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1837 By: Unknown and Charles Henry Capper

This stunning bridge is noted for its ornate casting details on all ribs, its small cast iron abutment spans, and its historic integrity.

Tower Bridge
HSR

A100 (Tower Bridge Road) Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Suspension, Fixed

Length: 880 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Sir William Arrol and Company of Glasgow, Scotland and John Wolfe Barry

One of the most famous bridges in the world is also noted for its lack of alteration, unique appearance, and pioneering bascule design.

Royal Albert Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Network Rail) Over River Tamar in Saltash and Plymouth: South West, England, United Kingdom

Metal 12 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,188 ft. Main Span: 455 ft. Roadway: 16.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1859 By: Charles John Mare and Hudson and Male and Isambard Kingdom Brunel

This unique bridge was an incredible feat of engineering when completed under the direction of famous engineer Brunel.

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Townhall Road Bridge
Grout Road Bridge
HSR

Townhall Road (Grout Road) Over South Branch Tobacco River in Rural: Gladwin County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: H. Stewart and Michigan State Highway Department

This truss bridge retains excellent historic integrity in a region with very few historic bridges.

Nicolls Island Road Bridge
Long Island Locks Bridge
HSR

Nicolls Island Road Over Rideau Canal in Ottawa (Manotick): Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Unknown

This is a rare hand-turned bobtail swing bridge.

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Devoe Road Bridge
HSR

Devoe Road Over Mill Creek in Rural: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal Lane Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 39 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Lane Bridge Works of Painted Post, New York and Daniel F. Lane

This was one of the few surviving Lane truss bridges in the country, an unusual patented truss design.

Crab Run Bridge
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VA-645 Over Crab Run in 1896: Highland County, Virginia, United States

Metal Lane Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: West Virginia Bridge Works of Wheeling, West Virginia

One of the only examples of the unusual patented Lane truss design, this bridge was preserved in place for pedestrians.

Carleton University O-Train Bridge
St. Lawrence and Ottawa Railway "White" Bridge
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Railroad (O-Train Trillium Line, Line 2) Over Rideau River, Eastern Pathway, and University Avenue in Ottawa: Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 325 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its rare double-intersection Warren deck truss span which was relocated here.

35th Street Bridge
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35th Street Over Railroad (BNSF) (Fort Madison Yard) in Fort Madison: Lee County, Iowa, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 615 ft. Main Span: 255 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Unknown

This is an ancient and rare railroad Whipple truss that long ago was relocated here to serve as a highway overpass.

Southwind Rail Trail Bridge
Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Southwind Rail Trail) Over Elm Creek in Iola: Allen County, Kansas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 228 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Unknown

Long ago, this unusual bridge was strengthened with additional truss lines being riveted in place alongside the original truss lines

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Central Avenue Bridge
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Central Avenue Over Railroad (Canadian National) in Fort Erie: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 417 ft. Main Span: 204 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario and C.R. Hagey Engineering Associates of Fort Erie, Ontario

This large viaduct represented a significant monument to mid-20th Century engineering, yet was demolished..

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St. Paul Street Bridge
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St. Paul Street (RR-81) Over Railroad (Canadian National) in St. Catharines: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This noteworthy bridge is an unusual and heavilly skewed highway over railway overpass and includes attractive lattice railing..

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Bowen Road Bridge
HSR

Bowen Road Over Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) in Fort Erie: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1941 By: Unknown

This is the last interesting and early overpass bridge on the QEW, the oldest inter-city freeway in Canada.

Henley Bridge
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Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) Over 12 Mile Creek in St. Catharines: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 715 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1939 By: Unknown

Twin multi-span arch bridges for QEW traffic with detailed statues on top.

Niagara Hydro Canal Middle Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Niagara, St. Catharines and Toronto Railway) Over Niagara Hydro Canal in Niagara Falls: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Unknown

One of three remaining concrete arch bridges over the Niagara Hydro Canal.

Ferry Street Bridge
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Ferry Street (Robert Rich Way) Over Black Rock Canal in Buffalo: Erie County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion)

Length: 225 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

A rare and unusual example of a Strauss heel-trunnion bascule bridge.

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Blackfriars Street Bridge
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Blackfriars Street Over North Branch Thames River in London: Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 16 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 225 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1875 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Among the rarest and oldest bridges in Canada is this breathtaking iron bowstring truss which is the longest span of its kind remaining in all of North America!

Cedar Hill Bridge
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Road 2380 Over Animas River in Cedar Hill: San Juan County, New Mexico, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

An extremely rare surviving pin-connected truss in New Mexico, this bridge has an amazing lack of deterioration.

Cedar Hill Flume Bridge
The Flume
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Graves Atterberry Ditch Over Animas River in Cedar Hill: San Juan County, New Mexico, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unique bridge is an extremely unusual bedstead through truss with longer legs at one end, and its use as an aqueduct is also noteworthy.

Old US-550 Bridge
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US-550 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Animas River in Cedar Hill: San Juan County, New Mexico, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 350 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This excellent example of a state design truss bridge has been bypassed by two new modern highway bridges.

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Bluff Dale Bridge
Bluff Dale Suspension Bridge
HSR

CR 149 (Berrys Creek Road) Over Paluxy River in Near Bluff Dale: Erath County, Texas, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Cable-Stayed, Fixed

Length: 519 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 10.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1890 By: Runyon Bridge Company of Weatherford, Texas and Edwin Elijah Runyon

This bridge is the oldest cable-stayed bridge in Texas and one of the oldest known in the country.

Road 2290 Bridge
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Road 2290 (Private Section) Over Animas River in Rural: San Juan County, New Mexico, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a good example of a pin-connected truss which is a very rare bridge type in New Mexico.

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Kelley Crossing Bridge
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CR 186 (Old Kelly Road) Over Plum Creek in Rural: Caldwell County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This rare and significant bowstring has been bypassed and abandoned.

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Soda Springs Road Bridge
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Soda Springs Road (CR 130) Over Plum Creek in Rural: Caldwell County, Texas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 181 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This rare and significant bowstring has been bypassed and abandoned.

Durango Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad) Over Animas River in Durango: La Plata County, Colorado, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood 8 Panel Howe Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 253 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Unknown

This unique bridge offers outstanding examples of three distinct bridge types including a rare timber pony truss.

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Bahia Honda Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway and Abandoned Road (Old US-1 Alignment, Former Railroad (Florida East Coast Railway)) Over Bahia Honda Channel in Big Pine Key: Monroe County, Florida, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,056 ft. Main Span: 248 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Terry and Tench of New York, New York and Joseph C. Meredith and William J. Krome

This bridge is one of the longest pin-connected truss bridges in the country and one of the largest bridges of the Florida East Coast Railway Extension.

Sheckels Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Park Grounds in Rockdale: Milam County, Texas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: J. F. Brown

This is one of a couple historic bridges that were relocated and preserved as exhibits in Rockdale Bridge Park.

Galbreath Crossing Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Park Grounds in Rockdale: Milam County, Texas, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: El Paso Bridge and Iron Company of El Paso, Texas

This rare bedstead truss bridge is one of a couple historic bridges that were relocated and preserved as exhibits in Rockdale Bridge Park.

Moore's Crossing Bridge
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Moores Bridge Road Over Onion Creek in Austin: Travis County, Texas, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 534 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1884 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This extremely rare multi-span Whipple truss is also a noteworthy surviving example of a major urban 19th century pin-connected truss bridge.

Cameron Bridge
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CR-227 Over Little River in Cameron: Milam County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: C. Q. Horton of Austin, Texas

This uncommon pin-connected Parker truss with a truss shape consisting of only four slopes has been bypassed and abandoned.

Bastrop Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway (Former TX-150, Chestnut Street) Over Colorado River in Bastrop: Bastrop County, Texas, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,285 ft. Main Span: 195 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri

This early state highway Parker truss has been bypassed and preserved for pedestrian used.

Hermis Road Bridge
Mulberry Creek Bridge, Wolters Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Local Drain in Schulenburg: Fayette County, Texas, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: A. J. Tullock and Company of Leavenworth, Kansas (Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company of Leavenworth, Kansas)

This is a rare and very old surviving example of a bedstead truss bridge, and it has been relocated and preserved.

Willow Springs Road Bridge
HSR

Willow Springs Road Over Cummins Creek in Rural: Fayette County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 149 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio, S. A. Oliver, Agent

This bridge is an excellent example of a King Bridge Company through truss, and it has attractive fishbelly floorbeams which survive on the bridge.

Regency Suspension Bridge
HSR

CR-433 Over Colorado River in Rural: Mills County, Texas and San Saba County, Texas, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 403 ft. Main Span: 344 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas

Texas has very few suspension bridges, and as such this bridge stands out as rare in the state.

Oak Forest Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Kerr Creek in Gonzales: Gonzales County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 176 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Ottumwa Bridge Company of Ottumwa, Iowa

This attractive pin-connected Parker truss span was relocated and preserved for pedestrians in a park setting.

CR-204 Bridge
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CR-204 Over San Saba River in Rural: San Saba County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 182 ft. Main Span: 138 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This pin-connected through truss bridge is noted for its span length and ornamental portal bracing.

Connel Bridge
Connel's Ferry Bridge
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A828 Over Loch Etive in Connel: Argyll and Bute, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Cantilever 32 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch,

Length: 1,025 ft. Main Span: 524 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1903 By: Arrol’s Bridge and Roof Company of Glasgow, Scotland and John Wolfe Barry

This unique bridge features unusual member angles and inclines, resulting in a striking appearance that looks ahead of its time

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Slayden Bridge
HSR

CR-232 Over San Marcos River in Rural: Gonzales County, Texas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 275 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: New Jersey Steel and Iron Company of Trenton, New Jersey

This bridge is one of several unusual Pratt truss bridges in this county which are noted for a unique ornamental portal bracing design.

Dodds Creek Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway (Main Street) Over Salado Creek in Salado: Bell County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This beautiful and rare lenticular pony truss was relocated and reused as a pedestrian bridge along Main Street in Salado.

Rogers Street Bridge
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Rogers Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Waxahachie Creek in Waxahachie: Ellis County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This truss bridge has been bypassed by a modern bridge but with conversion to a pedestrian bridge remains in use in its original location.

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Bowstring Bridge
Braunstone Gate Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Great Central Railway) Over River Soars and Western Boulevard in Leicester: East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

Metal Rivet-Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 173 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Henry Lovatt of Wolverhampton, England

Despite widespread public support and feasibility of preservation, this unique and beautiful historic bridge was demolished.

Beulah Bridge
Fountain County Bridge 142
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CR-230 East Over Big Shawnee Creek in Rural: Fountain County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Attica Bridge Company of Attica, Indiana

This bridge is an excellent example of a bridge built by a noteworthy Indiana bridge builder.

Hope Memorial Bridge
American Legion Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Local Stream in Rosebud: Falls County, Texas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 11 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This rare cast and wrought iron bowstring pony truss bridge has some unusual design details.

Providence Road Bridge
HSR

Providence Road Over Little Brazos River in Rural: Robertson County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 184 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of two similar historic metal truss bridges in the county that received an in-kind restoration for continued vehicular use.

Wildcat Bridge
HSR

Wildcat Bridge Road Over Little Brazos River in Rural: Robertson County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 326 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is one of two similar historic metal truss bridges in the county that received an in-kind restoration for continued vehicular use.

Piano Bridge
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Piano Bridge Road Over East Navidad River in Rural: Fayette County, Texas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This classic King Bridge Company Pratt truss was the lucky recipient of a full in-kind restoration for continued vehicular use!

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CR-179 Bridge
Big Elm Creek Bridge
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CR-179 Over Big Elm Creek in Rural: Falls County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 71 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This rare bowstring pony truss had an uncertain future as it was slowly collapsing and was closed to traffic, but has now been moved.

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Houck Iron Bridge
Putnam County Bridge 146
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CR-25 East Over Big Walnut Creek in Rural: Putnam County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

Rio Hondo Bridge
NM-395 Bridge
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NM-395 (Alamo Canyon Road) Over Rio Hondo in Rural: Lincoln County, New Mexico, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This bridge was relocated many decades ago and more recently received an in-kind restoration to repair truck damage.

Rio Grande Railroad Bridge South
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Rio Grande in El Paso: El Paso County, Texas and Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,693 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1903 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This is one of two impressive and uncommon pin-connected railroad deck truss bridges in this area.

Rio Grande Railroad Bridge North
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Rio Grande in El Paso: El Paso County, Texas and Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,152 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is one of two impressive and uncommon pin-connected railroad deck truss bridges in this area.

Brackenridge Park Bridge
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Brackenridge Way Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 28.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This beautiful bridge is one of the shortest lenticular through truss bridges around.

Augusta Street Bridge
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Augusta Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 25.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This lenticular truss bridge has unique ornamentation not found on lenticular truss bridges in the rest of the country.

Crockett Street Bridge
HSR

Crockett Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

One of several rare lenticular truss bridges found within the city of San Antonio.

South Presa Street Bridge
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South Presa Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 20.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

One of several rare lenticular truss bridges found within the city of San Antonio.

Gauxholme Viaduct
Todmorden - Gauxholme No. 2 Viaduct
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Railroad (Manchester and Leeds Railway) Over Rochdale Canal in Todmorden: Yorkshire and the Humber, England, United Kingdom

Metal Tied Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 153 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1840 By: Joseph Butler and Company of Stanningley, England and George Stephenson

This amazing cast iron arch has been left in place as a remarkable example of its type, although plate girders carry the load of traffic today.

Th' Iron Donger
Scowcroft Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Manchester and Leeds Railway) Over Rochdale Canal in Oldham (Chadderton): North West, England, United Kingdom

Metal Tied Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 153 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1863 By: Unknown and Thomas Longridge Gooch and George Stephenson

This amazing cast iron arch has been left in place as a remarkable example of its type, although plate girders carry the load of traffic today.

Gleaves Road Bridge
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Gleaves Road (VA-619) Over Cripple Creek in Rural: Wythe County, Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 147 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Located on a former Norfolk and Western railroad line, the railroad and rare Phoenix Column bridge was converted to a highway bridge.

Rocky Gap Bridge
Wolf Creek Bridge
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VA-61 (Old Alignment) Over Wolf Creek in Rural: Bland County, Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 206 ft. Main Span: 206 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This rare Phoenix Column truss bridge sits abandoned and forgotten, and is worthy of reuse and preservation.

Hawthorne Street Bridge
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Hawthorne Street Over Railroad (CSX) in Covington: Covington Independent City, Virginia, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This rare Phoenix Column truss bridge was widened and rehabilitated multiple times for continued vehicular use.

McPherson's Ford Bridge
McKinney's Hollow Bridge
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VA-633 (McKinney Hollow Road) Over Cowpasture River in Rural: Alleghany County, Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 318 ft. Main Span: 107 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1896 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania Agents

Noted for its three span configuration this is one of the best surviving examples of the standard Pratt truss sold by the Pittsburgh Bridge Company.

Roaring Run Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Local Drain in Rural: Montgomery County, Virginia, United States

Metal 4 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This is a rare cast and wrought iron bowstring truss bridge that was relocated and reused at this rest stop.

Oak Ridge Bridge
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Wilson Road (VA-653) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Rural: Nelson County, Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 138 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is an old example of a pin-connected Pratt truss also noted for its association with Keystone Bridge Company and ornate portal bracing.

Pembroke Bridge
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River Road (VA-623) Over New River in Rural: Giles County, Virginia, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Queenpost Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 792 ft. Main Span: 208 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1916 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

Bypassed and abandoned, this bridge is noted for its length and variety of span types.

Upper Bridge
Slate Run Bridge
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PA-414 Over Pine Creek in Rural: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quintuple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 207 ft. Main Span: 203 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This bridge is both beautiful and a truly unique bridge noted for its unusual design and ornamentation, and it has been preserved in this scenic area.

Jersey Shore Bridge
Pine Creek Bridge
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River Road (PA-3003) Over Pine Creek in Near Jersey Shore: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania and Clinton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 290 ft. Main Span: 287 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

One of the two longest Berlin Iron Bridge Co. lenticular truss bridges in the country, which are also the only ones using a Warren truss configuration.

Rogers Bridge
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Abandoned Driveway Over Little Bull Creek Tributary in Rogers: Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 29 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

Although partially collapsed and very deteriorated, this bridge retains enough of itself to reveal its unusual and very old design.

Edmunds Road Bridge
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Edmunds Road Over Black River in Rural: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1879 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its very unusual design that illustrates that this is a very old metal truss bridge.

Cooper's Tubular Arch Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Erie Canal (Original Canal) in Dewitt: Onondaga County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Melvin A. Nash of Fort Edward, New York and William B. Cooper

This is the only surviving example in the country of an unusual patented Phoenix column bowstring truss bridge.

Phoenix Park Bridge
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Railroad (Chippewa River State Rail-Trail) Over Chippewa River in Eau Claire: Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 526 ft. Main Span: 232 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1876 By: American Bridge Works of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge is noteworthy for its rare railroad Whipple truss span and patented design details.

Clairemont Avenue Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Chippewa River State Rail-Trail) Over Chippewa River in Eau Claire: Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 670 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1886 By: Union Bridge Company of Athens, Pennsylvania and Buffalo, New York

This bridge has four truss spans of varying details, including a rare pin-connected Warren truss span!

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Old US-12 Bridge
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Old US-12 (Old US-112, Chicago Street) Over Coldwater River in Coldwater: Branch County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Brookville Bridge Company of Brookville, Ohio and Michigan State Highway Department

An unusually small example of a 1920s MSHD truss bridge.

Cuyahoga River Bridge #1
The Iron Curtain
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern and Amtrak) Over Cuyahoga River in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive)

Length: 265 ft. Main Span: 265 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Howard, Needles, Tammen and Bergendorff of Kansas City, Missouri

This bridge is the last bridge on the Cuyahoga before it enters Lake Erie.

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Martindale Road Bridge
HSR

Martindale Road Over Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) in St. Catharines: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: Unknown

An extremely old expressway overpass, this bridge has attractive design despite its simple structure type. Demolished around 2009.

William B. Rankine Generating Station Bridge
Canadian Niagara Power Bridge
HSR

Niagara Parkway Over William B. Rankine Generating Station Intake in Niagara Falls: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 5

Built 1923 By: Unknown

This stone faced concrete arch bridge was designed to look attractive in this park setting around the famous Niagara Falls.

Hadley Bow Bridge
Stewart's Bridge
HSR

Old Corinth Road Over Sacandaga River in Rural: Saratoga County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Combination (Half-Deck/Pony) Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This is the only known surviving example of a half-through lenticular truss, and it also has a pony truss lenticular approach span.

Talcottville Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Black River Canal in Boonville: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 7 Panel Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Squire Whipple

This is a rare cast iron Whipple arch bowstring truss bridge that was relocated and preserved.

Burdick Avenue Bridge
HSR

Burdick Avenue Over Cowaselon Creek in Rural: Madison County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This rare cast and wrought iron bowstring pony truss is also noted for a skew.

Lattice Bridge
HSR

Lattice Bridge Road Over Genesee River in Rural: Allegany County, New York, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 173 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This classic Wrought Iron Bridge Company Whipple truss bridge sits abandoned.

Lower Turnpike Bridge
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Lower Turnpike Road Over Mettawee River in Granville: Washington County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 169 ft. Main Span: 161 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

This is a beautiful and rare example of a truss bridge with patented Phoenix columns, and also rare for its Baltimore configuration.

West Road Bridge
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West Road (Old Alignment, Snowmobile Trail) Over Sugar River in Rural: Lewis County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This is a rare and very short Whipple truss bridge with Phoenix columns that has been preserved as part of a snowmobile trail.

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Pierceville Bridge
PA-1029 Bridge
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PA-1029 Over Tunkhannock Creek in Rural: Wyoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: Corrugated Metal Company of East Berlin, Connecticut (Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut)

An early example of one of the rarest and most beautiful bridge types in the country, this bridge was relocated and preserved in a nearby park.

Crystal Springs Street Bridge
Telegraph Road Bridge / M-86 Bridge
HSR

Crystal Springs Street Over Dowagiac River in Rural: Cass County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a good example of a 1920s pony truss built to a standard plan that has been relocated two times in its history.

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M-86 Bridge
Telegraph Road Bridge
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M-86 Over Prairie River in Rural: St. Joseph County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a good example of a 1920s pony truss built to a standard plan that has been relocated two times in its history.

Old Richardsville Road Bridge
David Garvin Memorial Bridge
HSR

Old Richardsville Road Over Barren River in Bowling Green: Warren County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 422 ft. Main Span: 139 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This extremely rare multi-span bowstring truss bridge has an unusual history that is not fully understood.

College Street Bridge
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College Street Over Barren River in Bowling Green: Warren County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 420 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1915 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This attractive pin-connected Pratt truss span is appreciated by the community making this a local landmark.

Bowling Green Railroad Bridge
Louisville and Nashville Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Barren River in Bowling Green: Warren County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 434 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an imposing railroad bridge that soars over the Barren River.

Steele Creek Bridge
HSR

Private Driveway Over Steele Creek in Rural: Herkimer County, New York, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 4 Panel Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Squire Whipple

This is a presentation of Squire Whipple's cast iron top chord used in his bowstring truss bridges, but is used on a Pratt truss here.

Jenne Lane Bridge
Jenne Road Bridge
HSR

Jenne Lane (Jenne Road) Over Otselic Creek in Rural: Madison County, New York, United States

Metal 3 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is a bowstring truss bridge of highly unusual design.

Yellow Creek Church Road Bridge
HSR

Yellow Creek Church Road Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Rural: Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 106 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a very old railroad truss bridge that was relocated and reused as a highway bridge.

Lisbon Bridge
Columbiana County Fairgrounds Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Ravine in Lisbon: Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

Metal 12 Panel Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 183 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 10 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1872 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

After being in storage for decades, this rare bowstring truss bridge was relocated and restored for pedestrian use.

Echo Dell Road Bridge
HSR

Echo Dell Road (TR-929) Over Little Beaver Creek in Rural: Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 127 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Central Concrete and Construction Company of Canton Ohio and Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This classic Pratt truss bridge with attractive plaques has been rehabilitated for vehicular traffic in this scenic park setting.

Gaston's Mill Bridge
HSR

Echo Dell Road (TR-929) Over Sandy and Beaver Canal in Rural: Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 21 ft. Main Span: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This small but unaltered and attractive stone arch bridge is located next to the remains of an old lock system.

Kensington Farm Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Driveway Over Sandy Creek in Kensington: Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

Only one half-collapsed truss remains of what was a rare cast and wrought iron bowstring truss bridge.

Willard Road Bridge
HSR

Willard Road (TR-843) Over Railroad (Penn Railroad) in Rural: Columbiana County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 148 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a 19th century railroad deck truss bridge that was relocated and reused as a highway overpass in 1919.

Washington Street Bridge
Boonton Bridge
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Washington Street (Old Alignment) Over Rockaway River (City Reservoir) in Boonton: Morris County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Railing Height Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 497 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1895 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This unusual highway deck truss bridge has been bypassed and preserved for pedestrian use.

Rock Run Road Bridge
HSR

Rock Run Road (TR-346) Over Loyalsock Creek in Rural: Sullivan County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Horseheads Bridge Company of Horseheads, New York

This bridge is a very rare surviving example of a bridge by the Horseheads Bridge Company, and it has the decorative details used by the company.

O'Neil Road Bridge
Bridge E-84
HSR

Oneil Road Over Seneca River (New York State Barge Canal System) in Rural: Cayuga County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 390 ft. Main Span: 195 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1910 By: Unknown

Featuring portal cresting, this is also an extremely rare example of a multi-span pin-connected Baltimore highway truss bridge.

Brookmans Corners Road Bridge
HSR

Brookmans Corners Road (CR-73) Over Otsquago Creek in Rural: Montgomery County, New York, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Luten Bridge Company of Unknown Location

This rare surviving rainbow arch bridge in New York State is also unusual for being built by a Luten bridge company.

Meadow View Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Fox Run in Dover: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is one of the few historic truss bridges in Pennsylvania to be spared demolition and relocated and preserved!

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Meadow View Road Bridge
HSR

Meadow View Road (PA-4038) Over North Branch Bermudian Creek in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is one of the few historic truss bridges in Pennsylvania to be spared demolition and relocated and preserved!

Hays Street Bridge
HSR

Hays Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Railroad (Union Pacific) in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,355 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This extremely rare example of a Phoenix column truss bridge has been preserved for pedestrian use.

Leibs Creek Driveway Bridge
Draco Road Driveway Bridge
HSR

Private Driveway Over Leibs Creek in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This classic Wrought Iron Bridge Company pony truss bridge is located on a private driveway next to a public road.

Herrs Island Allegheny River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Allegheny Valley Railroad) Over Allegheny River and Various Streets in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,310 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1921 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This heavy-duty bridge carries railroad traffic clear across the river and its back channel as well as several streets.

Rankin Bridge
George Rankin Jr. Memorial Bridge
HSR

Braddock Avenue, Green Belt Over Monongahela River, and Various Roads and Railroads in Rankin and Whitaker: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever 22 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,426 ft. Main Span: 525 ft. Roadway: 58 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1951 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

This large bridge is a good example of a mid-20th century truss bridge.

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Long Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX, Amtrak, Virginia Railway Express) Over Potomac River in Washington and Arlington: District of Columbia and Arlington County, Virginia, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,529 ft. Main Span: 275 ft. Roadway: 28.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This impressive railroad swing bridge stands out as unusual among the collection of bridges in Washington, DC.

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River Road Bridge Substructure
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River Road Over Railroad (New Jersey Transit, Raritan Valley Line) in Branchburg: Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Unknown

Only the substructure of this bridge is historic, and it consists of extremely rare and old cast iron bents!

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Portage Viaduct
Portageville Railroad Bridge, Letchworth State Park Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Genesee River in Rural: Livingston County, New York and Wyoming County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 820 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1875 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (1903 Superstructure)

Until Norfolk Southern demolished it, this huge bridge with bents dating to 1875 and 1903 truss spans soaring over a valley and a nearby waterfall combined to form a dramatic centerpiece to a park.

Jibboom Street Bridge
HSR

Jibboom Street (Discovery Park Road) Over American River in Sacramento: Sacramento County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 959 ft. Main Span: 361 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Lord and Bishop

This attractive swing bridge is the centerpiece of a park setting.

Aldrich Change Bridge
HSR

Park Path Over Park Land in Palmyra: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 7 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 13.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1858 By: Mohawk and Hudson Iron Works of Waterford, New York (G.W. Eddy Foundry) and John Hutchinson of Troy, New York and Squire Whipple

One of the two oldest metal bridges in New York, and also one of two original Erie Canal bridges.

Spile Bridge
HSR

Spile Bridge Road Over Black Lake Outlet in Rural: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal 13 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 370 ft. Main Span: 122 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1874 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This is an extremely rare multi-span example of a cast and wrought iron bowstring truss bridge, and also noted for its unique sway bracing.

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Glimmer Glass Bridge
Brielle Road Bridge
HSR

Brielle Road Over Glimmer Glass in Manasquan: Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Belidor) and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 279 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This is the last known surviving example of a Belidor type bascule bridge in the country.

Boydton Plank Road Bridge
HSR

US-1 (Boydton Plank Road) Southbound Over Stony Creek in Rural: Dinwiddie County, Virginia, United States

Concrete Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 167 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Hankins and Collins of Richmond, Virginia and Virginia State Highway Commission

This is the only known surviving rainbow arch bridge in Virginia.

Key Bridge
Francis Scott Key Bridge
HSR

US-29 Over Potomac River in Washington and Arlington: District of Columbia and Arlington County, Virginia, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,792 ft. Main Span: 208 ft. Roadway: 66 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1925 By: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Day Labor

This attractive arch bridge is also noted as a rare example of a Melan type arch bridge with solid steel reinforcing.

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McIntyre Bridge
McDowell Bridge (Incorrect Name) / Skunk River Bridge
HSR

Old River Road Over North Skunk River in Rural: Poweshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 10 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 167 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1883 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

A rare bowstring truss, a group saved this jewel from demolition!

Marshall Family Bridge
Paper Mill Bridge, McIntyre Bridge
HSR

Yorklyn Bridge Trail Over Red Clay Creek in Yorklyn: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Metal 10 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 14.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1883 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

Following its relocation from Iowa to Delaware and restoration for pedestrian use, this became the only cast and wrought iron bowstring bridge in Delaware.

Havre de Grace Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Susquehanna River in Havre de Grace and Perryville: Harford County, Maryland and Cecil County, Maryland, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 6,109 ft. Main Span: 520 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a long and large bridge noted for its variety of span types and its extremely long simple deck truss span.

Thomas J. Hatem Memorial Bridge
Havre de Grace Bridge
HSR

US-40 Over Susquehanna River in Havre de Grace and Perryville: Harford County, Maryland and Cecil County, Maryland, United States

Metal Continuous (Arch and Suspended Deck) Rivet-Connected Wichert Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Wichert Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 7,624 ft. Main Span: 456 ft. Roadway: 47.2 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1939 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and John Edwin Greiner (J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois)

This bridge is noted for its rare Wichert truss spans, and is the largest Wichert truss bridge in the country.

Bell Manor Road Bridge
HSR

Bell Manor Road Over Conowingo Creek in Rural: Cecil County, Maryland, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This bridge is a traditional pin-connected Pratt truss bridge.

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Carter Farm Bridge
HSR

Private Driveway Over Deer Creek in Rural: Harford County, Maryland, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This pony truss is a small but unaltered example of a York Bridge Company pony truss.

Cherry Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Cherry Hill Road Over Deer Creek in Rural: Harford County, Maryland, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 117 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is a classic example of a Wrought Iron Bridge Company Pratt truss.

Rocks Road Bridge
MD-24 Deer Creek Bridge
HSR

MD-24 (Rocks Road) Over Deer Creek in Rural: Harford County, Maryland, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 28.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is a good example of a state-design through truss noted for its extremely heavy skew.

Forge Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Forge Hill Road Over Deer Creek in Rural: Harford County, Maryland, United States

Concrete Cantilever Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 216 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1911 By: E. Ward Brown of Port Deposit, Maryland and Layton F. Smith of Baltimore, Maryland

This bridge is an unusual cantilever arch design, and even more rare for its use of the Julius Kahn system of reinforcing.

Noble's Mill Bridge
HSR

Nobles Mill Road Over Deer Creek in Rural: Harford County, Maryland, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 152 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is a well-preserved and relatively long span example of a pin-connected Pratt truss highway bridge.

New Bridge
HSR

New Bridge Road Over Octoraro Creek in Rural: Cecil County, Maryland, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 133 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Unknown and Charles H. Latrobe

This bridge was designed by noted engineer Charles H. Latrobe and is a relatively old example of a pin-connected Pratt truss.

Priest Ford Road Bridge
MD-136 Deer Creek Bridge
HSR

MD-136 (Priestford Road) Over Deer Creek in Rural: Harford County, Maryland, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown and Maryland State Roads Commission

This is a representative example of a state-design riveted pony truss bridge.

McCauley Road Bridge
HSR

McCauley Road Over Basin Run in Rural: Cecil County, Maryland, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 10.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Unknown and Charles H. Latrobe

This pony truss is noted for its use of v-lacing instead of cover plate on the top chord and end posts.

Lake Fanny Road Bridge
HSR

Lake Fanny Road Over Winters Run in Rural: Harford County, Maryland, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 21.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This bridge is an excellent example of a Luten arch bridge.

Bel Air Road Bridge
US-1 Business Winters Run Bridge
HSR

US-1 Business (Belair Road, Baltimore Pike) Over Winters Run in Rural: Harford County, Maryland, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown and Maryland State Roads Commission

This is a good representative example of a concrete arch designed by the state.

Yorklyn Road Bridge
State Bridge NC-112
HSR

Yorklyn Road (Road 257) Over Red Clay Creek in Yorklyn: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Belmont Iron Works of Chester, Pennsylvania and New Castle County Engineer's Office

This is a traditional example of a rivet-connected and state-designed pony truss bridge located near historic Auburn Heights Preserve.

Washington Street Bridge
Washington Memorial Bridge
HSR

Washington Street Over Brandywine Creek in Wilmington: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 720 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Walsh Construction Company of Davenport, Iowa, and Syracuse, New York and Benjamin H. Davis of New York, New York

The only open spandrel concrete arch in Delaware features substantial architectural details.

Wilmington and Western Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Wilmington and Western) Over Red Clay Creek in Ashland: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 14.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This extremely old metal truss railroad bridge has a rare skew and unusual design details.

Creek Road Bridge
State Bridge NC-119
HSR

DE-82 (Creek Road, Mt. Cuba Road) Over Red Clay Creek in Ashland: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Olivere Paving and Construction Company of Wilmington, Delaware and Delaware State Highway Department

This is a good example of a state designed highway plate girder noted for ornamental abutment details.

Creek Road Bridge
State Bridge NC-120
HSR

DE-82 (Creek Road, Mt. Cuba Road) Over Red Clay Creek in Ashland: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This bridge is an excellent example of a Luten arch bridge.

Evanson Road Bridge
State Bridge NC-179A
HSR

Evanson Road Over Mill Creek in Hockessin: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Metal 2 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 20 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Edge Moor Bridge Works of Wilmington, Delaware

This is one of a couple surviving bridges in Delaware that are unique because they are so small and lightweight.

Stanton-Christiana Road Bridge
State Bridge NC-246
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Stanton-Christiana Road (Former DE-4 and DE-7) Over White Clay Creek and Mill Creek in Stanton: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Concrete 10 Panel Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1942 By: J. A. Bader Company of Wilmington, Delaware and Delaware State Highway Department

This is the only known surviving rainbow arch bridge in Delaware, and nationally is a very late example of this type.

Old Capitol Trail Bridge
Marshallton Bridge
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Old Capitol Trail Over Red Clay Creek in Marshallton: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: George E. Shockley of Rehoboth, Delaware and Delaware State Highway Department

This plate girder bridge was designed to look as attractive as possible, and has an unusual curved design.

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Meredosia Bridge
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IL-104 (Mill Street, Main Street) Over Illinois River in Meredosia: Morgan County, Illinois and Pike County, Illinois, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,232 ft. Main Span: 567 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: Illinois Steel Bridge Company of Jacksonville, Illinois

This graceful continuous truss that is shaped like a cantilever truss is a beautiful landmark that does not deserve demolition.

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Coplay-Northampton Bridge
Chestnut Street Bridge
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Chestnut Street (PA-7404, 9th Street) Over Lehigh River and Railroad in Coplay and Northampton: Lehigh County, Pennsylvania and Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,124 ft. Main Span: 214 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Whitaker and Diehl of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

This enormous historic concrete arch bridge, which features a variety of approach spans, is slated for demolition and replacement!

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Harrison Avenue Bridge
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Harrison Avenue (PA-6011) Over Roaring Brook, PA-6011, and Railroad in Scranton: Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 392 ft. Main Span: 202 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Anthracite Bridge Company and A. Burton Cohen of New York, New York

Although difficult to photograph, this is a beautiful example of a concrete arch bridge.

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Lewis and Clark Viaduct
HSR

I-70 Westbound Over Kansas River (Kaw River) and Various Roads and Railroads in Kansas City: Wyandotte County, Kansas and Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,049 ft. Main Span: 304 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1963 By: Unknown

This long viaduct includes unusual main truss spans that form a Y configuration.

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Spring Valley Bridge
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IL-89 (Spalding Street) Over Illinois River in Spring Valley: Bureau County, Illinois and Putnam County, Illinois, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,776 ft. Main Span: 364 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

One of a dropping number of surviving landmark size Pennsylvania through truss bridges on the Illinois River.

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30th Street Little Rabbit River Bridge
HSR

30th Street Over Little Rabbit River in Rural: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Carl Goodwin and Sons of Allegan, Michigan

A small steel beam bridge with Michigan's attractive R4 railings.

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3 Mile Road Bridge
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3 Mile Road Over North Branch Chippewa River in Rural: Osceola County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge appears to be the only bridge in the entire county with any heritage value whatsoever.

Rock Island Bridge
Clinton Presidential Park Bridge
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Railroad (Rail-Trail, Former Choctaw and Memphis Railroad) Over Arkansas River in Little Rock: Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States

Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift

Length: 1,614 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1899 By: Unknown and F. A. Molitor

Preserved for pedestrian use, this bridge consists of historic fixed truss spans from 1899 and a vertical lift span from 1972.

Baring Cross Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Arkansas River in Little Rock: Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States

Metal 12 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,100 ft. Main Span: 340 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

The location of the first bridge over the Arkansas River, this railroad bridge has a long history, and today only the approach spans date to 1929.

Junction Bridge
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Railroad (Rail-Trail, Former Union Pacific Railroad) Over Arkansas River in Little Rock: Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States

Metal 12 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,500 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1970 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This former railroad bridge was converted to a pedestrian bridge and features colored lighting at night.

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I-30 Little Rock Bridge
I-30 Arkansas River Bridge
HSR

I-30 Over Arkansas River in Little Rock: Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States

Metal Cantilever Pin and Hanger Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,040 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 95 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1958 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its arched riveted girders and as a large scale pin and hanger cantilever style bridge.

Lincoln Avenue Viaduct
Cantrell Road Bridge
HSR

AR-10 (Cantrell Road, Lincoln Avenue) Over Railroad (Union Pacific) in Little Rock: Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States

Concrete Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Ozark Engineering Company of Joplin, Missouri and Missouri Pacific Railroad Company

One of the only rainbow arch bridges in Arkansas, this bridge is the only such bridge in the city and retains good integrity.

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Zimmer Road Bridge
HSR

Zimmer Road Over Red Cedar River in Rural: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1956 By: W. L. Eva of Howell, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

A good example of a typical mid-50s bridge in Michigan.

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Shiloh Bridge
HSR

Shiloh-Slicker Road (CR-14/4) Over Middle Island Creek in Shiloh (Rural): Tyler County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 244 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1898 By: Unknown

An impressive two-span structure is well worth the long winding drive out here.

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Northern Avenue Bridge
HSR

Northern Avenue Over Fort Point Channel in Boston: Suffolk County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Main Span: 283 ft. Roadway: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown

This beautiful, yet unusual bridge features four truss lines and vertical endposts.

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North Clare Avenue Bridge
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North Clare Avenue Over Town Line Creek in Rural: Clare County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This girder bridge stands out as noteworthy, since it is located in a region with nearly no historic bridges.

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Napoleon Road Bridge
HSR

Napoleon Road Over Little Hog Creek in Near Lafayette: Allen County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: J. S. Bictler and Son

This bridge is unaltered and represents the bridge type very nicely.

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Minnetonka Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Minnetonka Boulevard (CR-5) Over MN-100 in St. Louis Park: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 164 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: Unknown and Minnesota Highway Department

One of three historic overpas bridges on this stretch of highway displaying unusually high level of aesthetic treatment.

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MN-100 Railroad Overpasses
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) and Rail-Trail (Cedar Lake Trail) Over MN-100 in St. Louis Park: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 66.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1936 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Minnesota Highway Department

One of three historic overpas bridges on this stretch of highway displaying unusually high level of aesthetic treatment.

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MN-7 Bridge
HSR

MN-7 Over MN-100 in St. Louis Park: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 58 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: Unknown and Minnesota Highway Department

One of three historic overpas bridges on this stretch of highway displaying unusually high level of aesthetic treatment.

Miller Farm Road Bridge
HSR

Mill Farm Road (TR-635) Over Oil Creek in Rural: Venango County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This is a large single-span Pratt through truss at 154 feet, and has a tall feeling to it.

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Kennebunkport Bridge
Mathew J. Lanigan Bridge
HSR

ME-9 (Western Avenue) Over Kennebunk River in Kennebunkport: York County, Maine, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Bobtail)

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a good and increasingly rare surviving example of a plate girder swing bridge in Maine.

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Helena Street Bridge
Island Park Bridge
HSR

Helena Street Over Great Miami River in Dayton: Montgomery County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 308 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Wiley Construction Company of Dayton, Ohio and Smith - Chamberlain

Featuring extensive and unique ornamentation, this bridge compliments an adjacent park, something that has not spared it from being replaced.

Maust Bridge
Moser Road Bridge
HSR

Moser Road (TR-353) Over Casselman River in Rural: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 10.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York and Walker Brothers of Charleston, West Virginia

This bridge features some of the most unusual bottom chord details ever encountered.

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Benton Bridge
HSR

US-33 Over Elkhart River in Benton: Elkhart County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 201 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This bridge features an unusual and attractive arched concrete superstructure.

Madison Bridge
HSR

US-70 Over St. Francis River in Rural: St. Francis County, Arkansas, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 921 ft. Main Span: 233 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Arkansas State Highway Commission

This is a rare surviving example of a highway swing bridge in Arkansas, and also has fixed through truss approach spans.

Norway Lake Road Camelback Bridge
HSR

Norway Lake Road (CR-581) Over Ford River in Ralph: Dickinson County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 60 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Samuel Mills of Escanaba, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is one of the latest surviving examples of a concrete camelback bridge in Michigan.

Camden Place Rail Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Mississippi River and St. Anthony Parkway in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 904 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1905 By: Minneapolis Steel and Machinery Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota

Marking the northern extremity of the navigable Mississippi River, this is an extremely unusual deck cantilever truss bridge.

Havre de Grace Swing Bridge
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Railroad (Amtrak Northeast Corridor) Over Susquehanna River in Havre de Grace and Perryville: Harford County, Maryland and Cecil County, Maryland, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through T-Beam, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 4,154 ft. Main Span: 280 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and H. R. Leonard

This is an impressive railroad truss bridge consisting of a swing span with an extremely long deck truss approach system leading up to the swing span at each end.

Rheinbrücke Waldshut–Koblenz (Waldshut-Koblenz Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (S-Bahn Aargau and S-Bahn Zürich) Over Rhine River (Rhein) in Waldshut-Tiengen and Koblenz: Freiburg, Baden-Württemberg and Aargau, Germany (Deutschland) and Switzerland (Schweiz)

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 623 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1859 By: Gebrüder Benckiser of Pforzheim, Germany and Robert Gerwig

This outstanding lattice girder is noted as the oldest surviving intact railway bridge on the Rhine.

US-17 St. Marys River Bridge
HSR

US-17 (Atlantic Coastal Highway) Over St. Marys River in Rural: Nassau County, Florida and Camden County, Georgia, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 562 ft. Main Span: 202 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This bridge is not only an impressive and locally rare example of a highway truss swing bridge, it was built for an important travel corridor.

CR-100 South Bridge
Jackson County Bridge 197
HSR

CR-100 South Over McHargue Ditch in Rural: Jackson County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Henry Harman

A short, traditionally composed example of a Warren pony truss, except for the use of bolted connections, for which it is noteworthy.

250th Street Bridge
HSR

250th Street Over Buck Run Creek in Rural: Bourbon County, Kansas, United States

Concrete 10 Panel Marsh (Tied) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This Marsh rainbow arch bridge makes use of the stone abutments from a previous bridge.

Maple Ridge Road Bridge
HSR

Maple Ridge Road (CR-432) Over Rapid River in Rural: Delta County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its unusual railings which appear to be based off of a more common standard railing design in Michigan.

Farmington Road Bridge
Hawthorne Drive Bridge / Nankin Mills Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Farmington Road (Hawthorne Drive) Over Middle River Rouge in Westland: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 10.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

A narrow truss bridge is buried in the woods just off the road, rewarding all who seek it.

Glen Gardner Bridge
School Street Bridge
HSR

School Street Over Spruce Run River in Glen Gardner: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1870 By: William Cowin of Lambertville, New Jersey and Francis C. Lowthrop

Even having served traffic for around 140 years, this nationally significant cast iron bridge is nearly completely unaltered!

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17th Avenue Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Belt Parkway (NY-907C) in New York: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Metal One-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 133 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown

One of two beautiful art deco pedestrian overpasses of unusual design crossing this parkway.

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27th Avenue Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Belt Parkway (NY-907C) in New York: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Metal One-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 133 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown

One of two beautiful art deco pedestrian overpasses of unusual design crossing this parkway.

Souder Avenue Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Souder Avenue in Columbus: Franklin County, Ohio, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is significant for its distinctive, decorative colored tiles.

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Collingwood Street Bridge
Creemore Bridge
HSR

Collingwood Street Over Mad River in Creemore: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 14.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: J.J. Dumond Contractors of Brentwood, Ontario and Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This beautiful heritage bridge is a noteworthy local feature of Creemore.

Hines Drive Middle River Rouge Bridge North
HSR

Hines Drive Over Middle River Rouge in Plymouth: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Cantilever Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

One of the few remaining historic concrete bridges in Wayne County that retains even some of its original balustrade railings.

Moneek Bridge
Eureka Bridge
HSR

Exhibit Over Park Grounds in Castalia: Winneshiek County, Iowa, United States

Metal 10 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 29 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1872 By: Allen, McEvoy and Company of Beloit, Wisconsin

This small bridge is one of the most unusual and important bowstrings in Iowa.

Clay Road Bridge
HSR

Clay Road Over Little Grasshopper Creek in Rural: Atchison County, Kansas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is one of several examples of this unusual truss bridge style built in both Kansas and Missouri.

East Branch Owego Creek Bridge
HSR

NY-221 (Old Alignment) Over East Branch Owego Creek in Rural: Cortland County, New York, United States

Metal Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge likely dates to the 1870s and may be the last surviving example of one of the most lightweight bridge designs ever seen.

Catoctin Furnace Bridge
Big Pipe Creek Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Little Hunting Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1872 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This rare bowstring truss bridge was relocated here and narrowed for pedestrian use only.

Crum Road Bridge
Ballenger Creek Park Bridge
HSR

Ballenger Creek Park Nature Trail Over Ballenger Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This attractive and rare cast and wrought iron bowstring truss bridge was relocated and preserved here for pedestrian use.

Old Stone Bridge
Goodlettsville Bridge
HSR

Old Louisville Highway (Former Louisville and Nashville Turnpike) Over Mansker Creek in Goodlettsville: Davidson County, Tennessee and Sumner County, Tennessee, United States

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1841 By: Unknown

This is one of the oldest stone arch bridges in the state, and associated with a noteworthy turnpike in Tennessee.

Belle Meade Plantation Bridge
HSR

Belle Meade Plantation Driveway Over Richland Creek in Belle Meade: Davidson County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a rare example in the state of a lightweight double-intersection Warren pony truss bridge.

Old Hickory Bridge
HSR

TN-45 (Old Hickory Boulevard) Over Cumberland River in Nashville: Davidson County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,222 ft. Main Span: 323 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Freeland-Roberts and Company of Nashville, Tennessee

This historic truss bridge with its unique decorative concrete towers was paired with another truss bridge in 1967 to form a one-way couplet.

Old White Bridge
HSR

Richland Creek Greenway Over Richland Creek and Railroad (Nashville, Chattanooga and St. Louis) in Nashville: Davidson County, Tennessee, United States

Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 512 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 19

Built 1913 By: Unknown and Howard M. Jones

This is a large and old example of a concrete viaduct, and it was preserved in place for pedestrian use.

Bob Sheehan Memorial Bridge
Elmer Disspayne Sr. Memorial Bridge
HSR

Stones River Greenway (Former Lebanon Pike, US-70) Over Stones River in Nashville: Davidson County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 526 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This excellent example of the unique design of K-truss used in Tennessee was bypassed and preserved for pedestrian use.

Pierceville Bridge
Lazy Brook Park Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Tunkhannock Creek Flood Relief Channel in Tunkhannock: Wyoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: Corrugated Metal Company of East Berlin, Connecticut (Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut)

An early example of one of the rarest and most beautiful bridge types in the country, this bridge was relocated and preserved in this park.

TN-76 Hatchie River Bridge
HSR

TN-76 Over Hatchie River in Rural: Haywood County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 416 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This late example of a riveted truss bridge also includes a series of t-beam approach spans.

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Nickells Valley Road Bridge
HSR

Nickells Valley Road (Old Alignment) Over Duck River in Rural: Hickman County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 260 ft. Main Span: 260 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bypassed and abandoned bridge is noted for its long 260 foot span length and Pennsylvania truss configuration.

Stokesville Bridge
HSR

Stokesville Road (VA-730, Former Chesapeake Western Railway) Over North River in Stokesville: Augusta County, Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

This rare pin-connected Warren through truss and the road it is on were originally a railroad, and the nearby historic depot survives as well.

Only Bridge
HSR

TN-229 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Duck River in Rural: Hickman County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 395 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Nashville Bridge Company of Nashville, Tennessee

This abandoned bridge is noted for its variety of span types including an impressive Pennsylvania truss span.

Overall Bridge
Page County Bridge No. 1990
HSR

US-340 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Overall Run in Rural: Page County, Virginia and Warren County, Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 245 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown and Virginia State Highway Commission

This bridge was replaced but the main span superstructure and substructure was left standing as a non-functional monument.

Overall Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Overall Run in Rural: Warren County, Virginia and Page County, Virginia, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 545 ft. Main Span: 70 ft.

Built 1919 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This is one of a couple high level railroad bridges in this area.

Compton Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Dry Run in Compton: Page County, Virginia, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,150 ft.

Built 1918 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This is one of a couple high level railroad bridges in this area.

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North Poes Road Bridge
HSR

North Poes Road (VA-637) Over Jordan River in Rural: Rappahannock County, Virginia, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed example of a pin-connected Pratt pony truss bridge.

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State Street Bridge
HSR

State Street Over Indian Creek in Avondale: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This unusual concrete encased steel stringer bridge is noted for its lattice railing.

Victorian Footbridge
HSR

Forest Park Walkway Over River Des Peres Lagoon in St. Louis: St. Louis City, Missouri, United States

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1885 By: Unknown

Complimented by ornate decorations, this unique bridge design has the appearance of a combination of a truss bridge and a suspension bridge.

Tower Grove Park Bridges
HSR

Tower Grove Park Walkways Over Middle Stream in St. Louis: St. Louis City, Missouri, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 22 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Roadway: 13.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1872 By: Thomas Howard and Company of St. Louis, Missouri

These two identical ornamental cast iron bridges are the most significant of a collection of tiny bridges built in this park in the 1800s.

Lafayette Park Bridge
Grotto Bridge
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Lafayette Park Walkway Over Lafayette Park Waterway in St. Louis: St. Louis City, Missouri, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Koken Iron Works of St. Louis, Missouri

This is riveted steel deck arch bridge with ornamental railings has a jack-arch deck and the arch has been strengthened with additional steel.

Lower Rollstone Street Bridge
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Lower Rollstone Street Over Nashua River in Fitchburg: Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 11 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 111 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1870 By: National Bridge and Iron Works of Boston, Massachusetts and Charles H. Parker

This distinctive bridge is an extremely rare and significant example of the important design ideas of the Parker patent truss bridge.

Raymondville Bridge
Grantville Road Bridge
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Grantville Road Over Raquette River in Raymondville: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 288 ft. Main Span: 288 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This is one of the two longest spanning Berlin Iron Bridge Company lenticular truss bridges in the country, and uses a Warren truss variation.

Yaleville Road Bridge
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Yaleville Road (CR-48A) Over Raquette River in Rural: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 174 ft. Main Span: 171 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This rare lenticular truss bridge noted for its surviving ornamentation also remained open to traffic as of 2018.

Mooers Bridge
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East Street (CR-34) Over Great Chazy River in Mooers: Clinton County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 183 ft. Main Span: 182 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This is an extremely rare example of a skewed Whipple truss bridge and it required some variation from the standard design details of the King Bridge Company.

Falls Island Bridge
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Grasse River Heritage Trail Over Grasse River (Grass River) in Canton: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 11 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This bridge is a rare surviving example of a bowstring truss bridge and it was preserved for pedestrians in its original location.

Old Keenan Road Bridge
Burke Hollow Road Bridge
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Old Keenan Road (Burke Hollow Road, McCuin Road) Over Lawrence Brook in Rural: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: National Bridge and Iron Works of Boston, Massachusetts and Charles H. Parker

This ca. 1870 highly significant surviving and unaltered cast and wrought iron Parker patent truss bridge has escaped the attention of many bridge historians.

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Farm Lane Bridge
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Farm Lane Over Red Cedar River in East Lansing: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Unknown

Although altered, this crossing at the center of Michigan State University has a long and interesting history.

Bridgeview Bridge
Wheeler's Mill Bridge
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Alum Creek Trail (Ohio To Erie Trail)c Over Alum Creek in Columbus: Franklin County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 153 ft. Main Span: 153 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Brackett Construction Company of Cincinatti, Ohio

With a top chord forming a complete arch-like shape this beautiful and preserved bridge is unique and unlike a typical Parker truss bridge.

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Carpentersville Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Chicago and NorthWestern) Over Fox River in Carpentersville: Kane County, Illinois, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 615 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: Leighton Bridge and Iron Works of Rochester, New York

This bridge is an extremely old example of a lattice truss bridge, and has been abandoned.

Seneca Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Illinois River in Seneca: Grundy County, Illinois, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 650 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Unknown

This 19th century pin-connected railroad truss bridge was converted into a vertical lift span likely in the 1930s.

Omer Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Detroit and Mackinac) Over Rifle River in Omer: Arenac County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 107 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a railroad pony truss bridge in Michigan.

Flint Water Plant Bridge
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Building Connection Over Building Grounds in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 63 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By:

Rhodes Road Bridge
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Rhodes Road Over Kearsley Creek in Goodrich: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This long abandoned bridge is highly overgrown and has almost collapsed.

Shiawassee River Private Bridge
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Private Trail Over Shiawassee River in Rural: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a rare Queenpost pony truss bridge and is also noted for its lightweight construction.

Greenwood Road Private Bridge
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Private Crossing Over Chatman Creek in Rural: Ogemaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal 2 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small truss bridge on private property is the only known historic bridge of any kind in Ogemaw County.

Hogan Road Driveway Bridge
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Private Driveway Over Shiawassee River in Rural: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This bridge is noted for its large built-up floorbeams and its uncommon use of pin caps instead of pin nuts.

Woodlawn Cemetery Bridge
Willow Lake Bridge
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Cemetery Pathway Over Willow Lake in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small concrete arch bridge is an attractive structure that adds beauty to the cemetery.

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Pattullo Bridge
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King George Highway (BC-1A and BC-99A) Over Fraser River in New Westminster and Surrey: Greater Vancouver District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Continuous (Arch and Suspended Deck) Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 4,007 ft. Main Span: 438 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and William George Swan

One of the oldest and most important heritage bridges in Vancouver, this is only the latest bridge to face demolition in the area.

Maple Leaf Cemetery Bridge South
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Cemetery Drive Over McGregor Creek in Chatham: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 12.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This is the more intricate of two attractive concrete arch bridges in this cemetery.

Maple Leaf Cemetery Bridge North
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Cemetery Drive Over McGregor Creek in Chatham: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 9.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This is one of two attractive concrete arch heritage bridges in this cemetery.

McGregor Creek Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over McGregor Creek in Chatham: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad through truss has that classic overbuilt appearance that makes railroad bridges unique.

Tobin Bridge
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Park Avenue Over McGregor Creek in Chatham: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Dean Construction Company

This is a relatively large example of the rigid-frame bridge type that Ontario built so much of.

Paw Paw River Railroad Bridge East
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Railroad (CSX) Over Paw Paw River in Benton Harbor: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This is one of two small bascule railroad bridges in the city which no longer open and have had all mechanics removed.

6th Street Bridge
William Duby Bridge
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6th Street, US-730 (Historic Columbia River Highway) Over Umatilla River in Umatilla: Umatilla County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 432 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 30.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1917 By: Unknown and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This concrete arch bridge was widened in 1950, but its original 1917 visual design was maintained.

Tucker Bridge
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Tucker Road (Highway 281) Over Hood River in Rural: Hood River County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 188 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Charles O. Young and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

Only in Oregon with its amazing collection of concrete arch bridges would this beautiful bridge be described as having little ornamentation.

Spanish Hollow Bridge
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Frontage Road (Biggs Rufus Highway, Old US-30) Over Spanish Hollow Creek in Biggs: Sherman County, Oregon, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 404 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1936 By: Joplin and Eldon of Portland, Oregon and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This bridge has a high level of aesthetic detail representative of the unique beauty found in many Oregon historic bridges.

Mosier Creek Bridge
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US-30, OR-100, 1st Street (Historic Columbia River Highway) Over Mosier Creek in Mosier: Wasco County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 182 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Lindstrom and Feigenson of Portland, Oregon and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

One of a large group of historic bridges that are a part of the Historic Columbia River Highway, this one is associated with famous engineer Conde McCullough.

Conde B. McCullough Memorial Bridge
Coos Bay Bridge
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Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Coos Bay in North Bend: Coos County, Oregon, United States

Metal Cantilever 26 Panel Rivet-Connected Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 5,323 ft. Main Span: 793 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia and American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

One of the most famous historic bridges in Oregon is this unique work of art that unites the beauty of steel and concrete.

International Bridge
Sault Ste. Marie International Bridge
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I-75 / TC-17B Over St. Marys River and Associated Canal System in Sault Ste. Marie: Chippewa County, Michigan and Algoma District, Ontario, Canada and United States

Metal Cantilever (Arch and Suspended Deck) Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 9,281 ft. Main Span: 430 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1962 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Raff and Dexter of Lansing, Michigan and Steinman, Boynton, Gronquist and London of New York, New York

This is the monumental 2 3/4 Mile long highway bridge in Sault Ste Marie.

Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
Verrazano-Narrows Bridge
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I-278 (Staten Island Expressway and Brooklyn - Queens Expressway) Over The Narrows in New York: Brooklyn, New York and Staten Island, New York, United States

Metal Deck Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 7,934 ft. Main Span: 4,260 ft. Roadway: 73.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1961 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Othmar Ammann

This enormous bridge had the longest suspension span in the world when completed.

Frisco Bridge
Memphis Bridge
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Railroad (BNSF) Over Mississippi River in Memphis: Shelby County, Tennessee and Crittenden County, Arkansas, United States

Metal Cantilever 28 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 4,988 ft. Main Span: 790 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1892 By: Baird Brothers of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and George Shattuck Morison

The Frisco Bridge is the crowning achievement of a great engineer, and one of the oldest and largest cantilever truss bridges in the world.

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Merchants Bridge
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Railroad (Terminal Railroad Association of St. Louis) Over Mississippi River in St. Louis and Venice: St. Louis City, Missouri and Madison County, Illinois, United States

Metal 18 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 4,340 ft. Main Span: 518 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1890 By: Union Bridge Company of Athens, Pennsylvania and Buffalo, New York and George Shattuck Morison

Despite national significance as the design work of famous engineer George Morison and extremely long truss span length, this bridge was sentenced to scrapping.

Armitage Bridge
Coburg Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over McKenzie River in Coburg: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 485 ft. Main Span: 405 ft. Roadway: 16.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Unknown and George Shattuck Morison

This incredible bridge is one of the best preserved works in the entire country of famous engineer George Morison and his Whipple truss design.

Hayden Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Weyerhauser Logging Railway) Over McKenzie River in Springfield: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 224 ft. Main Span: 224 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Clarke, Reeves and Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania)

This is one of the earliest, best preserved, most significant, and unique Phoenix column bridges in the country!

Burritts Rapids Bridge
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Grenville Street Over Rideau Canal in Burritts Rapids: Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Length: 66 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Central Bridge and Engineering Company of Peterborough, Ontario and William H. Law of Peterborough, Ontario

This hand-turned bobtail swing bridge is noted for its unusual appearance, a result of its bobtail design and limited use of overhead bracing.

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Simcoe Street Bridge
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Simcoe Street (CR-2) Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Oshawa: Durham Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1941 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of a few extremely early expressway overpass bridges in Oshawa, and is recognized as a heritage bridge.

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Morgans Corners Road Bridge
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Morgans Corners Road Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Clarington: Durham Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 31 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1958 By: Unknown

An example of a less common Ontario rigid frame overpass design which visually has a smooth arch arch, but does not blend into the abutment like other rigid frame bridges.

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Mill Street Bridge
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Mill Street (RR-17) Over KH-401 (King's Highway 401, MacDonald-Cartier Freeway) in Newcastle: Durham Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1958 By: Unknown

This bridge displays an uncommon appearance among surviving rigid frame overpass bridges.

Agassiz-Rosedale Bridge
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BC-9 (Agassiz-Rosedale Highway) Over Fraser River in Rural: Fraser Valley District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Cantilever (Arched) 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 6,130 ft. Main Span: 365 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1956 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and C. K. Saunders

This bridge features an uncommon and attractive cantilever design, and also includes a very long approach system.

Pekin Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Illinois River in Pekin: Peoria County, Illinois and Tazewell County, Illinois, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,508 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This railroad bridge is noted for its combination of noteworthy spans including lattice truss approach spans and a pin-connected lift span.

Yaquina Bay Bridge
Newport Bridge
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Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Yaquina Bay in Newport: Lincoln County, Oregon, United States

Metal 24 Panel Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 3,261 ft. Main Span: 600 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Gilpin Construction Company of Portland, Oregon and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

A masterpiece of engineer Conde McCullough, this bridge is one of the largest and most impressive historic bridges on the Oregon Coast Highway.

Lewis and Clark Bridge
Longview Bridge
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WA-433 Over Columbia River, Dike Road, and West Port Way in Longview and Rainier: Cowlitz County, Washington and Columbia County, Oregon, United States

Metal Cantilever 29 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,478 ft. Main Span: 1,200 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This amazing bridge is noted as a work of famous engineer Joseph Strauss and for a record-breaking span length.

Reedy Point Bridge
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DE-9 Over Chesapeake and Delaware Canal (C&D Canal) in Rural: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Metal Cantilever (Arched) 18 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 8,433 ft. Main Span: 600 ft. Roadway: 25.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1968 By: John F. Beasley Company of Dallas Texas and Novo Industrial Group of Chicago Illinois (Beasley-Nova Joint Venture) and Modjeski and Masters

This is a late but impressive example of a cantilever truss bridge with an arch-like appearance.

Ross Island Bridge
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US-26 Over Willamette River and Various Streets and Railroad in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Metal Cantilever 40 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 24 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,653 ft. Main Span: 535 ft. Roadway: 43 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Booth and Pomeroy of Portland, Oregon and American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Gustav Lindenthal

This unusual and attractive arch-shaped cantilever truss bridge was designed by famous engineer Gustav Lindenthal.

TC-1 Southbound Cowichan River Bridge
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TC-1 (Island Highway) Southbound Over Cowichan River in Duncan and North Cowichan: Cowichan Valley District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 252 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Western Bridge and Steel Fabricators Limited of Vancouver, British Columbia and British Columbia Department of Public Works

This is one of a number of riveted bridges on this highway which today serve one direction of traffic.

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43rd Street Pedestrian Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Railroad (Metra Electric District, NICTD South Shore Line, Former Illinois Central) in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois

One of two riveted pedestrian overpass structures in the area.

Ausable River Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Grand Trunk Railway) Over Ausable River in Lambton Shores: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This heavy-duty railway bridge is today abandoned and hidden away in a rural setting.

Hawthorne Bridge
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Hawthorne Avenue Over Willamette River in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,383 ft. Main Span: 251 ft. Roadway: 43.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri

This attractive vertical lift bridge is noted as a very early surviving example of its type.

Morrison Bridge
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Morrison Street Over Willamette River in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,125 ft. Main Span: 285 ft. Roadway: 68.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1958 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Sverdrup and Parcel of St. Louis, Missouri

This bridge is one of Portland's younger historic bridges, and is an interesting comparison to the nearby Burnside Bridge.

Falls Bridge
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Falls Bridge Road Over Schuylkill River in Philadelphia: Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 566 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1895 By: Filbert, Porter, and Company and George S. Webster

This spectacular bridge was originally built to be a double-deck bridge, giving it a unique design and appearance.

Fort Duquesne Bridge
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I-279 Over Allegheny River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 921 ft. Main Span: 432 ft. Roadway: 53.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Richardson, Gordon, and Associates of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (George S. Richardson)

The smaller of two similar double-deck arch bridges that frame the Point at Pittsburgh.

Lake Street Bridge
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Lake Street and Railroad (Chicago Transit Authority "L" Green and Pink Lines) Over South Branch Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 333 ft. Main Span: 245 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

A virtual tour of the bridge house and machinery room is available for this double-deck bascule bridge that carries CTA L trains on an upper deck.

Lake Shore Drive Bridge
Outer Drive Bridge
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Lake Shore Drive (US-41) Over Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 356 ft. Main Span: 264 ft. Roadway: 80.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

This enormous record-breaking bascule bridge carries traffic on a double-deck!

Michigan Avenue Bridge
DuSable Bridge
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Michigan Avenue Over Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 400 ft. Main Span: 256 ft. Roadway: 64 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

The most famous Chicago bascule bridge, the bridgetender houses are very ornate on this double-deck bridge.

Richmond - San Rafael Bridge
John F. McCarthy Memorial Bridge
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I-580 Over San Francisco Bay in Richmond and San Rafael: Contra Costa County, California and Marin County, California, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 21,346 ft. Main Span: 1,087 ft. Roadway: 72.2 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1956 By: Judson Pacific Murphy-Kiewit and Norman C. Raab

This extremely long bridge is noted for its curved path, double-deck configuration, and pair of cantilever spans.

Wells Street Bridge
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Wells Street and Railroad (Chicago Transit Authority "L" Brown and Purple Lines) Over Chicago River in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 345 ft. Main Span: 268 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and City of Chicago

One of the most impressive bridges in Chicago is this massive double-deck truss bascule bridge.

Government Bridge
Arsenal Bridge
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Fort Armstrong Avenue (2nd Street) and Railroad () Over Mississippi River and Various Streets and Railroads in Davenport and Rock Island: Scott County, Iowa and Rock Island County, Illinois, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,848 ft. Main Span: 366 ft. Roadway: 25.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and Ralph Modjeski

This unusual army-owned double-deck bridge was the first large bridge designed by famous bridge engineer Ralph Modjeski.

New Westminster Railway Bridge
Fraser River Swing Bridge
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Railroad (BNSF) Over Fraser River in New Westminster and Surrey: Greater Vancouver District, British Columbia, United States

Metal 17 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,780 ft. Main Span: 380 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Waddell and Hedrick of Kansas City, Missouri

This former double-deck bridge has a unique spread span which is 19 feet wide at one end and 139 feet at the other.

Intercity Viaduct
Woodsweather Bridge - 6th Street Viaduct
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I-70 Eastbound and Riverfront Heritage Trail Over Kansas River (Kaw River) and Various Roads and Railroads in Kansas City: Wyandotte County, Kansas and Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Metal 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,776 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 51.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1907 By: Ritler-Conley Manufacturing Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Waddell and Hedrick of Kansas City, Missouri

This extremely long viaduct is also noted for its unusual truss design and conversion into a double-deck bridge.

12th Street Viaduct
12th Street Trafficway
HSR

12th Street Over Railroad (BNSF) and Various Streets in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Concrete Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,054 ft. Main Span: 149 ft. Roadway: 51.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Graff Construction Company of Seattle, Washington and Kansas City, Missouri and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri

One of the earliest large-scale bridges to be built of concrete, this large viaduct includes a unique double-deck arch span.

Highline Bridge
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Railroad (Kansas City Terminal Railway) Over Kansas River (Kaw River) and Various Roads and Railroads in Kansas City: Wyandotte County, Kansas and Jackson County, Missouri, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 5,211 ft. Main Span: 304 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1917 By: Kelly-Atkinson Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This rare double-deck railroad bridge is an elevated viaduct that also includes an extremely long series of approach spans.

Hannibal Bridge
Second Hannibal Bridge
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Railroad (BNSF) Over Missouri River in Kansas City: Jackson County, Missouri and Clay County, Missouri, United States

Metal 17 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,560 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Union Bridge and Construction Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Charles Hopkins Cartlidge

Located at a historical crossing, this impressive swing bridge was originally a double-deck highway and railroad bridge.

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MacArthur Bridge
St. Louis Municipal Bridge
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Railroad (Terminal Railroad Association of St. Louis) Over Mississippi River and Various Streets and Railroads in St. Louis and East St. Louis: St. Louis City, Missouri and St. Clair County, Illinois, United States

Metal 18 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 13,300 ft. Main Span: 668 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1917 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Boller, Hodge, and Baird of New York, New York

Even with most of the highway portion of this combined use double-deck bridge removed, the remaining bridge is one of the most complex bridges around.

钱塘江大桥 (Qiantang River Bridge)
钱江一桥 (Qianjiang Bridge)
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Hupao Road (虎跑路), Jiangnan Avenue (江南大道), and Railroad Over Qiantang River (钱塘江) in Hangzhou (杭州): Shangcheng District (上城区) and Binjiang District (滨江区), Zhejiang (浙江), China (中国)

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 3,517 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Main Spans: 16

Built 1937 By: Dorman Long of Middlesbrough, England and Mao Yisheng (茅以升)

The work of a famous Chinese engineer, and one of the earliest surviving large river bridges in China, this is an extremely long double-deck truss bridge.

Fort Madison Bridge
Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Bridge
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Great River Road (IL-9) and Railroad (BNSF) Over Mississippi River in Fort Madison and Niota: Lee County, Iowa and Hancock County, Illinois, United States

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 14 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,347 ft. Main Span: 525 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and A. F. Robinson

This is a rare double-deck truss railroad bridge that offers a toll highway for vehicular traffic on the upper deck.

Keokuk-Hamilton Bridge
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Railroad (Keokuk Junction Railway) Over Mississippi River in Keokuk and Hamilton: Lee County, Iowa and Hancock County, Illinois, United States

Metal 13 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,800 ft. Main Span: 380 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and Ralph Modjeski

Built as a double-deck railroad bridge with an upper deck for highway traffic, in 1985 a new highway bridge resulted in the upper deck being abandoned.

Houghton Hancock Bridge
Portage Lake Lift Bridge
HSR

US-41 (M-26) and Rail-Trail Over Portage Lake (Keweenaw Waterway) in Houghton and Hancock: Houghton County, Michigan, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,310 ft. Main Span: 269 ft. Roadway: 53.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Hazelet and Erdal of Chicago, Illinois

The record-setting double-deck vertical lift is the only one of its kind in Michigan and is an icon for the region.

High Level Bridge
HSR

St. Nicholas Street and Railroad (Various Railways) Over River Tyne in Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead: North East, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Tied Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,337 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1849 By: Hawks, Crawshay and Sons of Gateshead, England and Robert Stephenson

One of the largest cast iron bridges in the UK, this is an impressive double-deck arch bridge with elaborate cast iron details.

Marquam Bridge
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I-5 Over Willamette River in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Metal Cantilever 14 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 5,280 ft. Main Span: 440 ft. Roadway: 114 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1966 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Ivan D. Merchant

This utilitarian mid-20th century truss bridge is noted for its unusual double-deck cantilever truss design.

Fremont Bridge
HSR

I-405 Over Willamette River in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Metal Continuous 28 Panel Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 7,340 ft. Main Span: 1,255 ft. Roadway: 136.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1973 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Parsons Brinckerhoff of New York, New York

Despite its young age, this 1973 steel arch bridge is considered a historic bridge due to its record-breaking span length.

Siuslaw River Bridge
Florence Bridge
HSR

Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Siuslaw River in Florence: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Concrete Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,649 ft. Main Span: 154 ft. Roadway: 37 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Mercer-Fraser Company of Eureka, California and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This spectacular bridge is richly ornamented and consists of an unusual combination of rainbow arch spans and a bascule span.

Astoria-Megler Bridge
HSR

Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Columbia River in Astoria: Clatsop County, Oregon and Pacific County, Washington, United States

Metal Continuous 28 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 21,677 ft. Main Span: 1,232 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1966 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and DeLong Corporation and George Stevens, William A. Bugee, and Ivan D. Merchant

This extremely long bridge has simple truss spans at the northern end, and an enormous continuous truss at the southern end.

Umpqua River Bridge
Reedsport Bridge
HSR

Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Umpqua River and McIntosh Slough in Reedsport: Douglas County, Oregon, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Concrete Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 2,206 ft. Main Span: 430 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Teufel and Carlson of Seattle, Washington and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

One of the major historic bridges on the Oregon Coast Highway is this bridge, a unique combination of concrete arch and metal truss swing technology.

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Interstate Bridge
HSR

I-5 Over Columbia River in Portland and Vancouver: Multnomah County, Oregon and Clark County, Washington, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 22 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,538 ft. Main Span: 531 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri

A bridge with complex history, this bridge is paired with a nearly identical 1958 bridge, and its 278.7 foot vertical lift span from 1917 today is out-spanned by a newer 1958 fixed truss span of 531.4 feet.

Oregon City Bridge
HSR

OR-43 (7th Street, Willamette Drive) Over Willamette River in Oregon City: Clackamas County, Oregon, United States

Metal Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 745 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: A. Guthrie and Company of St. Paul, Minnesota and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This unique bridge is classified as a steel arch bridge because it is a simple non-structural gunnite (shotcrete) that covers its structural steel arch.

Cape Creek Bridge
HSR

Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Cape Creek in Rural: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 649 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Clackamas Construction Company of Clackamas, Oregon and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

One of the most unique concrete arch bridges in the country, this bridge was designed to look like roman aqueducts with multiple levels of arches.

Mill City Bridge
HSR

1st Avenue (OR-22 Connector) Over Santiam River in Mill City: Linn County, Oregon and Marion County, Oregon, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 362 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

This is an unaltered and outstanding representative example of a 1930s standard riveted through truss bridge in Oregon.

Mill City Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Mill City Trail Rail-Trail) Over Santiam River in Mill City: Linn County, Oregon and Marion County, Oregon, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 285 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Moved here in 1919 from near San Jose, California, this is one of only two rare and highly significant Phoenix truss bridges in Oregon.

Union Street Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail, Former Union Pacific Railroad) Over Willamette River in Salem: Marion County, Oregon and Polk County, Oregon, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,572 ft. Main Span: 134 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri

This impressive vertical lift railroad bridge has been beautifully preserved and converted for pedestrian use, and is a popular crossing now.

Springfield Main Street Bridge
HSR

OR-26 Westbound (Main Street) Over Willamette River in Springfield: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,095 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: Unknown and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This graceful and relatively small-scale continuous through truss with its arch-like shape is a beautiful landmark in Springfield.

Springfield South A Street Bridge
HSR

OR-26 Eastbound (South A Street) Over Willamette River in Springfield: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 766 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1957 By: Unknown

This riveted deck plate girder bridge was built to create a one-way couplet with the nearby truss bridge.

Springfield Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Willamette River in Springfield: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,365 ft. Main Span: 260 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This traditional railroad through truss bridge is one of three riveted bridges in this area.

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Van Buren Street Bridge
HSR

OR-34 Eastbound (Van Buren Street) Over Willamette River in Corvallis: Benton County, Oregon and Linn County, Oregon, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss,

Length: 708 ft. Main Span: 249 ft. Roadway: 18.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Coast Bridge Company of Portland, Oregon and Andrew J. Potter

This bridge is the oldest highway swing bridge in Oregon and the only pin-connected movable highway bridge in Oregon.

Winchester Bridge
Robert A. Booth Bridge
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Northeast Stephens Street (Old OR-99) Over North Umpqua River in Winchester: Douglas County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 902 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1923 By: H. E. Doering of Portland, Oregon and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This graceful and richly decorated multi-span arch bridge has been rehabilitated and preserved.

Winchester Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Central Oregon and Pacific Railroad) Over North Umpqua River in Winchester: Douglas County, Oregon, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,160 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1906 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a traditional example of an early 20th century rivet-connected railroad truss bridge.

Winchester I-5 Bridges
HSR

I-5 Over North Umpqua River in Winchester: Douglas County, Oregon, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,637 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1955 By: Unknown and P. Mervyn Stephenson and Theodore C. Roake

This pair of nearly identical bridges are a good example of mid 20th century riveted truss bridge construction.

Tenmile Creek Bridge
HSR

Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Tenmile Creek in Rural: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Concrete 10 Panel Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 184 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Union Bridge and Construction Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This is one of several beautiful single-span rainbow arch bridges on the Oregon Coast Highway.

Big Creek Bridge
HSR

Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Big Creek in Rural: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Concrete 10 Panel Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 239 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Union Bridge and Construction Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This is one of several beautiful single-span rainbow arch bridges on the Oregon Coast Highway.

Ellsworth Street Bridge
HSR

US-20 Eastbound (Ellsworth Street) Over Willamette River in Albany: Benton County, Oregon and Linn County, Oregon, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,090 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1926 By: Union Bridge Company of Portland, Oregon

This is a graceful multi-span through truss that is today part of a one-way couplet of bridges.

Ferry Street Bridge
Coburg Road Bridge
HSR

Coburg Road Over Willamette River in Eugene: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Metal Continuous 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 796 ft. Main Span: 221 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This skewed bridge is a later but still uncommon and rather wide example of a continuous through truss bridge.

Calapooia River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Portland and Western Railroad) Over Calapooia River in Albany: Linn County, Oregon, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,972 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an unusual pin-connected and subdivided Warren through truss bridge.

Jacob Conser Bridge
HSR

OR-164 (OR-99E Business) Over Santiam River in Jefferson: Marion County, Oregon and Linn County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 802 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1933 By: Clackamas Construction Company of Clackamas, Oregon and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This is an impressive multi-span example of a rainbow arch bridge.

Jefferson Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Santiam River in Jefferson: Marion County, Oregon and Linn County, Oregon, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,553 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1906 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This multi-span railroad truss bridge appears to be slowly losing its original spans to replacement.

Wilson River Bridge
HSR

Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Wilson River in Tillamook: Tillamook County, Oregon, United States

Concrete 10 Panel Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 184 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Clackamas Construction Company of Clackamas, Oregon and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This is the oldest of several beautiful single-span rainbow arch bridges on the Oregon Coast Highway.

Chaney Lake Road Bridge
HSR

Chaney Lake Road (CR-519) Over Little Black River in Rural: Gogebic County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

This small bridge shows a relatively early construction date for its design.

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Landons Bay Bridges
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1000 Islands Parkway (Old KH-2) Over Landons Bay in Rural: Leeds and Grenville United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 98 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

Originally a divided highway, this crossing was buiilt as two truss bridges side by side, but today only one carries traffic.

Lewis and Clark River Bridge
HSR

Business US-101 (Warrenton-Astoria Highway) Over Lewis and Clark River in Astoria: Clatsop County, Oregon, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 870 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This is a rare example of a single leaf highway bascule bridge, and it includes a long timber approach causeway.

Youngs Bay Bridge
HSR

Business US-101 (Warrenton-Astoria Highway) Over Youngs Bay in Astoria: Clatsop County, Oregon, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,845 ft. Main Span: 166 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Gilpin Construction Company of Portland, Oregon and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This is a graceful double-leaf bascule bridge, and is also noted for its unusual ornate combination of concrete and timber approach railings.

Newberg Bridge
Champoeg Road Bridge
HSR

Pipeline (Formerly Champoeg Road) Over Willamette River in Newberg: Yamhill County, Oregon and Marion County, Oregon, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 735 ft. Main Span: 315 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1914 By: Coast Bridge Company of Portland, Oregon

A former highway bridge that only carries a pipeline today, this is a very unusual design of cantilever truss bridge.

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Darr Road North Branch Bridge
HSR

Darr Road Over North Branch Lincoln River in Rural: Mason County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of three rare bolted truss bridges all located in Mason County.

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Darr Road South Branch Bridge
HSR

Darr Road Over South Branch Lincoln River in Rural: Mason County, Michigan, United States

Metal 2 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 26 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny bridge has the smallest number of panels a Pratt can have.

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M-47 US-10 Bridge
HSR

M-47 Over US-10 in Rural: Bay County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 209 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: Sugden and Sivier and Michigan State Highway Department

This pair of bridges is a rare surviving bridge that carries a limited access highway and retains original type R4 railings.

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Burton Street US-131 Bridge
HSR

Burton Street Over US-131 in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1960 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge retains good historic integrity and is part of a noteworthy and complex interchange system.

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Burton Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Burton Street Over Railroad (Conrail, Norfolk Southern) in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Pin and Hanger Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 215 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1958 By: Darin and Armstrong, Inc of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This largely unaltered bridge has some interesting details and is also part of a noteworthy and complex interchange system.

Georgia City Bridge
King Jack Park Bridge
HSR

Park Walkway Over Paradise Lake in Webb City: Jasper County, Missouri, United States

Metal 12 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 14.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1871 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Relocated and preserved for pedestrian use in a park, this is one of the only surviving bowstring truss bridges with Phoenix columns.

Stancer Road Bridge
HSR

Stancer Road Over Coldwater River in Rural: Branch County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Slab, Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

Significant for a documented builder and date, this attractive bridge remained open to traffic for many years before finally being closed.

Burnt Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Burnt Mill Road (CR-113) Over Sleepy Creek in Rural: Morgan County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 262 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This bridge demonstrates a transitition from pinned to riveted connections.

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New Boston Bridge
Waltz Road Bridge
HSR

Waltz Road Over Huron River in New Boston: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 207 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is rare both as an MSHD standard multi-span pony truss and also for retaining its original 1930s style truss bridge guardrails.

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Lilley Road Bridge
HSR

Lilley Road Over Lower River Rouge in Canton Township: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio and Michigan State Highway Department

A relatively small one-span example of a 1920s Michigan pony truss, this bridge was moved here from Telegraph Road in 1933.

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Talbot Road Bridge
HSR

Talbot Road (RR-51) Over Talbot River in Rural: Durham Region, Ontario and Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 24.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This bridge was an old and outstanding example of a provincial design concrete bowstring arch bridge.

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Sumner Bridge
Bridge Street Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over White River (Stuck River) in Sumner: Pierce County, Washington, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 360 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This historic bridge forms an attractive landmark and gateway for a community, but that the city thinks a modern concrete slab would look nicer.

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Black Bridge
HSR

Matthiasville Road Over South Branch Muskoka River in Bracebridge: Muskoka District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 13.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This bridge was one of few surviving heritage truss bridges in the region.

Cầu Cai Lậy (Cai Lay Bridge)
HSR

Old QL-1 (đường Quốc Lộ 1 cũ) Over Ba Rai River (Sông Ba Rai) in Cai Lậy: Tiền Giang Province (Tỉnh Tiền Giang), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Concrete Continuous 12 Panel Howe Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 185 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

One of a few extremely unusual and highly significant continuous concrete truss bridges in Vietnam, this one has been bypassed but still open to motorbike traffic.

Cầu Sêrêpốk (Srepok Bridge)
Steel Bridge
HSR

Nguyễn Tất Thành (AH17, QL 14) Over Srepok River (Sông Serepôk) (sông Đăk Krông) in Buôn Ma Thuột: Đắk Nông Province (Tỉnh Đắk Nông) and Đắk Lắk Province (Tỉnh Đắk Lắk), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal Continuous 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 510 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This riveted truss and girder bridge is the younger of two historic bridges at this location.

Cầu Sêrêpốk (Srepok Bridge)
Concrete Bridge
HSR

Concrete Continuous 12 Panel Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 500 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 9 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1941 By: Unknown

Today bypassed by replacement bridges, this is the largest known example of a very unusual bridge design found in Vietnam.

Cầu Mống (Mong Bridge)
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Ben Nghe Canal (Rạch Bến Nghé) in Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn): Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal Hingeless Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 270 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Société de construction de Levallois-Perret of Paris, France

One of the oldest and most significant historic bridges in Vietnam, this beautiful bridge is also noted for its span length.

Cầu Long Biên (Long Bien Bridge)
Paul Doumer Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Hanoi Railway) and Highway Over Red River (Sông Hồng) in Hanoi (Hà Nội): Hanoi (Hà Nội), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal Cantilever 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,643 ft. Main Span: 348 ft. Roadway: 26.4 ft. Main Spans: 19

Built 1902 By: Daydé and Pillé of Paris, France and Schneider et Cie of Chalon-sur-Saône, France

A famous bridge in Vietnam, this is one of the most impressive historic cantilever truss bridges in the world, despite half of the original bridge being lost to war.

Cầu Rạch Cát (Rach Cat Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Sài Gòn - Nha Trang Railway) Over Dong Nai River (Sông Đồng Nai) in Biên Hòa: Dong Nai Province (Tỉnh Đồng Nai), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal Rivet-Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 423 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1903 By: Société de construction de Levallois-Perret of Paris, France

This is a classic European style bowstring truss bridge, with a center span replaced with a newer riveted truss span.

Fallston Bridge
HSR

Front Street Over Beaver River in Fallston and New Brighton: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 406 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1884 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

A large and ornate bridge is located near the home town of its builder; a rare two-span Whipple truss!

Stewart Park Bridge
Roseburg Veterans Administration Hospital Bridge
HSR

Centennial Drive Over South Umpqua River in Roseburg: Douglas County, Oregon, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 327 ft. Main Span: 221 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1933 By: Murch Brothers Construction of St. Louis, Missouri

This unusual bridge is one of the smallest cantilever truss bridges in the country.

Bull Run Bridge
HSR

Bull Run Road Over Bull Run River in Rural: Clackamas County, Oregon, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 240 ft. Roadway: 23.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Bullen Bridge Company of Pueblo, Colorado and W. B. Chase of Portland, Oregon

This is one of two bridges in Clackamas County which are reused spans from the former Burnside Bridge in Portland.

Lusted Road Bridge
HSR

Lusted Road Over Sandy River in Rural: Clackamas County, Oregon, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 23.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Bullen Bridge Company of Pueblo, Colorado and W. B. Chase of Portland, Oregon

This is the larger of two bridges in Clackamas County which are reused spans from the former Burnside Bridge in Portland.

Vista Avenue Viaduct
HSR

Vista Avenue Over Jefferson Street in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam,

Length: 549 ft. Main Span: 248 ft. Roadway: 37.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Parker and Banfield of Portland, Oregon and Fred T. Fowler

This is a richly decorated concrete arch bridge that soars over Jefferson Street, connecting residential areas above.

Cầu Tân Thuận (Tan Thuan Bridge)
HSR

Nguyễn Tất Thành and Huỳnh Tấn Phát Over Te Channel (Kênh Tẻ) in Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn): Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete 15 Panel Tied Bowstring Through Truss,

Length: 675 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its variety of spans and unusual design, and is also a very graceful and attractive bridge.

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Cầu Phú Long (Phu Long Bridge)
Cầu Phú Long (Cũ) (Cầu Sắt)
HSR

Hà Huy Giáp and 3 Tháng 2 Over Saigon River (Sông Sài Gòn) in Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn) and Lái Thiêu: Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn) and Bình Dương Province (Tỉnh Bình Dương), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss,

Length: 840 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Société de construction de Levallois-Perret of Paris, France

This bridge, designed by the company founded by Gustave Eiffel, features a very unusual design where the ends of the through truss span cantilever out from the piers at each end.

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Cầu Bình Lợi (Binh Loi Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Saigon Railway) Over Saigon River (Sông Sài Gòn) in Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn): Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal Rivet-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Bowstring Through Truss,

Length: 910 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Société de construction de Levallois-Perret of Paris, France

This bridge is noted for its variety of spans including what may be the only swing truss span in the country.

Cầu Long Kiểng (Long Kieng Bridge)
HSR

Lê Văn Lương (HL34) Over Long Kiểng Canal (Rạch Long Kiểng) in Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn): Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 345 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

This narrow riveted pony truss bridge carries an enormous amount of motorbike traffic!

Cầu Cai Tài (Cai Tai Bridge)
HSR

DT835 Over Cau Giao Canal (Rạch Cầu Giáo) in Quê Mỹ Thạnh and Mỹ Bình: Long An Province (Tỉnh Long An), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is an old, lightweight riveted pony truss bridge that may represent what was long ago a common bridge type in Vietnam.

Balch Gulch Bridge
Thurman Street Bridge
HSR

Thurman Street Over Balch Gulch (MacLeay Park) in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Queenpost Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 400 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Riverside Bridge Company of Martins Ferry, Ohio and J.C.B. Lockwood of Portland, Oregon

This is a rare pin-connected deck truss highway bridge that has been preserved.

Broadway Street Bridge
HSR

Broadway Street Over Necanicum River in Seaside: Clatsop County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 152 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1924 By: W. A. Webster and J. H. Tillman and G. R. Edwards and Daniel Luten

The only Luten arch in Oregon, this is a classic example of a Luten arch with the balustrade railing used for urban bridges.

Fessenden Street Bridge
HSR

Fessenden Street Over Railroad (BNSF, Portsmouth Cut) in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 164 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown and Ralph Modjeski

Willamette Boulevard Bridge
HSR

Willamette Boulevard Over Railroad (BNSF, Portsmouth Cut) in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 340 ft. Main Span: 91 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1909 By: Unknown and Ralph Modjeski

Alexandra Avenue Bridge
HSR

Alexandra Avenue Over Unnamed Canyon in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Girder,

Length: 272 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Lindstrom and Feigenson of Portland, Oregon and Fred T. Fowler and Olaf Laurgaard

This very unusual bridge uses a spandrel braced design that is normally only found in steel arch bridges.

Columbia River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Columbia River in Portland and Vancouver: Multnomah County, Oregon and Clark County, Washington, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss,

Length: 2,808 ft. Main Span: 466 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Ralph Modjeski

This swing bridge was designed under the direction of famous engineer Ralph Modjeski.

Oregon Slough Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Columbia River (Oregon Slough) in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss,

Length: 1,535 ft. Main Span: 335 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Ralph Modjeski

This swing bridge was designed under the direction of famous engineer Ralph Modjeski.

Parry Sound Railway Bridge
CPR Trestle Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Seguin River, Railroad (Fitness Trail Rail-Trail), and Various Streets in Parry Sound: Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss,

Length: 1,697 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1908 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This is a very long, high-level bridge that is a major area landmark and features a variety of span types.

Parry Sound Low Level Railway Bridge
Old Train Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Seguin River in Parry Sound: Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This former railway bridge is noted for its unusual design featuring a lower, shorter deck plate girder span in the middle.

Sturgeon Falls Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Ottawa Valley Railway) Over Sturgeon River in Sturgeon Falls (West Nipissing): Nipissing District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small riveted railway deck truss resting on the rocky edges of the river.

Vauxhall Bridge
HSR

A202 (Vauxhall Bridge Road) Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 809 ft. Main Span: 149 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1906 By: London County Council Labor and Maurice Fitzmaurice and Alexander Binnie

This bridge is known for its beautiful and detailed statues and for its bright colors.

Battersea Bridge
HSR

A3220 (Battersea Bridge and Beaufort Street) Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 726 ft. Main Span: 163 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1890 By: John Mowlem and Company of London, England and Joseph Bazalgette

This is a large, beautiful cast iron deck arch with handsome ornamentation.

Battersea Railway Bridge
Cremorne Bridge
HSR

Railroad (London Overground, West London Line) Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Hingeless Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 755 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1863 By: Brassey and Ogilvie of London, England and William Baker

This bridge is an early example of a metal arch bridge built largely from wrought iron rather than cast iron, although some components of this bridge are cast iron.

Southwark Bridge
HSR

A300 (Southwark Bridge Road and Queen Street) Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Hingeless Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 800 ft. Main Span: 240 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1921 By: Sir William Arrol and Company of Glasgow, Scotland and Mott, Hay and Anderson

This graceful riveted arch bridge is enhanced by a beautiful multi-color paint scheme.

Lambeth Bridge
HSR

Lambeth Road Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Two-Hinged Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 776 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1932 By: Dorman Long of Middlesbrough, England and George Humphreys

Although one of the younger metal arch bridges over River Thames in London, this bridge still retains some of the charm and beauty of earlier bridges.

Albert Bridge
HSR

A3031 Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Plate Girder Stiffening Eyebar Chain Cable-Stayed, Fixed

Length: 710 ft. Main Span: 385 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1873 By: Britannia Ironworks of Derby, England and Rowland Mason Ordish

This highly ornamented bridge is also noted for its unique and very early cable-stayed type bridge design.

Stourport Bridge
HSR

Stourport Road Over River Severn in Stourport-on-Severn: West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Brick Segmental Deck Arch,

Length: 780 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1870 By: Thomas Vale and Company of Stourport, England and Henry Hilton of Birmingham, England and Edward Wilson

This bridge consists of a beautiful cast iron arch bridge with unique and detailed railing, plus a long brick arch approach viaduct.

Thornton Bridge
HSR

Cundall Road Over River Swale in York: Yorkshire and the Humber, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Unknown

This cast iron arch bridge is noted for its unique arch rib design and decorative shields.

Iron Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over River Severn in Coalbrookdale: West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Hingeless Deck Arch,

Main Span: 101 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1779 By: Abraham Darby and Coalbrookdale Company of Coalbrookdale, Shropshire, England and Thomas Farnolls Pritchard

The first notable cast iron bridge built in the entire world, this bridge is where the history of metal bridge construction begins.

Coalport Bridge
Preen's Eddy Bridge
HSR

Coalport Road Over River Severn in Coalport: West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1818 By: Coalbrookdale Company of Coalbrookdale, Shropshire, England and John Onions

This bridge was built in 1818 using three iron ribs from the previous 1799 bridge, and therefore retains the essential design of the 1799 bridge.

Blackfriars Bridge
Blackfriars Road Bridge
HSR

A201 Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 923 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1869 By: P. A. Thom and Company and Joseph Cubitt

This bridge features a combination of cast iron and wrought iron design, and is extensively decorated.

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Hamlet Bridge
Hamlet Bridge 57
HSR

Canning Road Over Severn River (Trent-Severn Waterway) in Hamlet: Muskoka District, Ontario and Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 303 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Standard Steel Construction Company of Port Robinson, Ontario

Composed of two truss spans of different age and design, this was one of the most unique bridges on the Trent Severn Waterway.

Madawaska Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Madawaska River in Madawaska: Nipissing District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This rare railroad pony truss bridge was reconfigured and reused as a trail bridge.

Champlain Bridge
Sturgeon Falls Bridge
HSR

KH-17 (Front Street) Over Sturgeon River in Sturgeon Falls (West Nipissing): Nipissing District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 43 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Unknown and Ontario Department of Highways

This bridge is a rare example of a steel deck arch bridge in Ontario.

Spey Viaduct
Speymouth Railway Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Speyside Way Rail-Trail, Former Great North of Scotland Railway) Over River Spey in Garmouth: Moray, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Rivet-Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Howe Pony Truss,

Length: 950 ft. Main Span: 350 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Blaikie Brothers of Aberdeen, Scotland and Blyth and Cunningham and Patrick Barnett

This long bridge is noted for its graceful, yet massive bowstring truss span of notable length.

Craigellachie Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Old A941) Over River Spey in Craigellachie: Moray, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1814 By: Plas Kynaston Iron Foundry, of Cefn Mawr, Wales and William Hazledine of Shrewsbury, England and Thomas Telford

This beautiful bridge, bypassed and preserved for pedestrian use, is one of the most famous historic cast iron bridges in Scotland.

California Avenue Bridge
HSR

California Avenue Over Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 314 ft. Main Span: 224 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This is a two-lane bascule bridge that no longer operates.

Cicero Avenue Bridge
HSR

Cicero Avenue (IL-50) Over Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 304 ft. Main Span: 240 ft. Roadway: 76 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge was originally designed with two truss lines, but a third line was added when the bridge was widened.

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TR-245 Bridge
HSR

TR-245 Over Outlet Ditch in Rural: Hancock County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This abandoned bridge displays the unusual details that associate it with its builder.

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Precht Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Road Over Turkeyfoot Creek in Rural: Henry County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This abandoned bridge has the appearance of a later Massillon Bridge Company truss.

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Bennett Road Bridge
HSR

Bennett Road (TR-129) Over Whetstone Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio

This bridge is noted for several unusual details and being an early surviving example of its builder.

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Bennington Harmon Road Bridge
HSR

Bennington Harmon Road (TR-191) Over Big Walnut Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small pony truss has some unusual outriggers.

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Cardington Denmark Road Bridge
HSR

Cardington Denmark Road (TR-132) Over Shaw Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This bridge was built by a bridge builder who was prolific in some states. but not in Ohio.

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Cardington Williamsport Road Bridge
HSR

Cardington Williamsport Road (TR-110) Over Kokosing River in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small pony truss continues to serve traffic with a new deck and supplemental additions to the vertical members.

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Center Corners Fredericktown Bridge
HSR

Center Corners Fredericktown Ropad (TR-121) Over Kokosing River in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A small pony truss that continues to carry traffic.

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Chestnut Ridge Road Bridge
HSR

Chestnut Ridge Road (TR-50) Over Tributary Cedar Fork Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This small pony truss was riveted in the shop, but all parts assembled in the field were bolted.

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Curl Road Bridge
HSR

Curl Road (TR-138) Over Shaw Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

One of several noteworthy small but very old pony truss bridges in this county built by the Massillon Bridge Company.

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Curtis Road Bridge
HSR

Curtis Road (CR-137) Over Shaw Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

Although small, this is an outstanding example of a pony truss built by the Massillon Bridge Company.

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Dailey Road Bridge
HSR

Dailey Road (CR-180) Over Kokosing River in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 69 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pin-connected pony truss span of moderate length remains open to traffic with some alteration.

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Phillips Road Bridge
HSR

Phillips Road (TR-161) Over Alum Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small, traditionally composed pony truss.

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Pompey Road Bridge
HSR

Pompey Road (TR-166) Over Turkey Run in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small truss bridge has some alterations, but retains its historical charm.

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Prospect Mount Vernon Road Bridge
HSR

Prospect Mount Vernon Road (CR-21) Over Alum Creek in Rural: Morrow County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed full slope Pratt pony truss.

Blackfriars Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Thameslink, Blackfriars Station) Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 190 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1886 By: Lucas and Aird and John Wolfe-Barry and Henry Marc Brunel

This wrought iron arch bridge, sitting next to the piers of another former railway bridge, has in recent years been turned into a part of Blackfriars Station.

Chelsea Bridge
HSR

A3216 (Queenstown Road, Chelsea Bridge Road) Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Plate Girder Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 698 ft. Main Span: 352 ft. Roadway: 45 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: Holloway Brothers of London, England and London County Council Engineers and Thomas Peirson Frank

This bridge is a very rare example of a self-anchored suspension bridge.

Wandsworth Bridge
HSR

A217 (Wandsworth Bridge Road) Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Cantilever Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 650 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1940 By: Holloway Brothers of London, England and Thomas Peirson Frank

This is a riveted deck plate girder bridge noted for its graceful curves and unusual cantilever design.

Westminster Bridge
HSR

A302 (Westminster Bridge Road) Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 820 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1862 By: Thomas Page and Thomas Page

Featuring decorative cast iron fascia arches, this iconic arch bridge is famous as the bridge that sits in the shadow of Parliament and Big Ben.

Cannon Street Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Network Rail) Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 855 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 66 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1866 By: Unknown and John Hawkshaw

Although originally dating to 1866, this deck plate girder bridge has been extensively modified and altered over its history.

Hungerford Bridge
Charing Cross Bridge
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Railroad (Network Rail) Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,300 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1864 By: Unknown and John Hawkshaw

This bridge is unusual in the United Kingdom for its use of pins for connecting some of the truss members.

Fulham Railway Bridge
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Railroad (London Underground District Line) Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Lattice Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,371 ft. Main Span: 152 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1889 By: Head Wrightson of Thornaby-on-Tees, England and William Jacomb

This is an attractive multi-span example of a heavy lattice girder bridge.

Putney Bridge
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A219 (Putney High Street) Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 700 ft. Main Span: 163 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1884 By: John Waddell of Edinburgh, Scotland and Joseph Bazalgette

This bridge is a stone arch bridge that has an appearance similar to the old London Bridge.

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Scottsburg Bridge
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OR-38 Over Umpqua River in Scottsburg: Douglas County, Oregon, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 843 ft. Main Span: 237 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: Clackamas Construction Company of Clackamas, Oregon and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

Despite its association with Conde McCullough and its rarity as a riveted continuous through truss, this bridge was selected for demolition and replacement.

Richardson Bridge
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Fern Ridge Trail Over Amazon Creek in Eugene: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Northwest Steel Company of Portland, Oregon and Coast Bridge Company of Portland, Oregon

This regionally rare double-intersection Warren through truss bridge was relocated and preserved for pedestrian use.

Neawanna Creek Bridge
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Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Neawanna Creek in Seaside: Clatsop County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 210 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1930 By: F. L. Odom and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This concrete t-beam bridge is noted for its use of a then-new engineering theory in its design.

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Necanicum River Bridge
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Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Necanicum River in Rural: Clatsop County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 172 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: F. L. Odom and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This bridge is an attractive curved t-beam that offers the same details and aesthetics that make larger bridges on this highway eye-catching as well.

Coos Bay Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Coos Bay Rail Link) Over Coos Bay in North Bend: Coos County, Oregon, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,055 ft. Main Span: 458 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge features a long series of truss spans that lead to an impressive swing truss span.

Cushman Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Coos Bay Rail Link) Over Siuslaw River in Cushman: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss,

Length: 3,450 ft. Main Span: 286 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This riveted swing span is flanked by uncommon pin-connected Camelback truss spans.

Winston Bridge
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OR-42 Eastbound Over South Umpqua River in Winston: Douglas County, Oregon, United States

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 555 ft. Main Span: 182 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1934 By: Joplin and Eldon and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This is an attractive multi-span through arch bridge with ornamental railing.

Ben Jones Bridge
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Otter Crest Loop, Old Oregon Coast Highway (Old US-101) Over Rocky Creek in Rural: Lincoln County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 360 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: H.E. Doering and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

On an old alignment of the Oregon Coast Highway, visitors enjoy quiet while viewing this spectacular bridge and its views.

Depoe Bay Bridge
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Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Depoe Bay in Depoe Bay: Lincoln County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 333 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Kuckenberg and Wittman of Portland, Oregon and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This 1927 arch bridge was carefully widened in 1940 while maintaining its original aesthetically pleasing design.

Blind Slough Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Portland and Western Railroad) Over Blind Slough in Rural: Clatsop County, Oregon, United States

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 700 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 12.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This is one of a couple noteworthy hand-turned 19th century swing truss bridges in this part of Oregon.

Clatskanie River Railroad Bridge
Clatskanie Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Portland and Western Railroad) Over Clatskanie River in Clatskanie: Clatsop County, Oregon, United States

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 223 ft. Main Span: 182 ft. Roadway: 12.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Unknown

This is one of a couple noteworthy hand-turned 19th century swing truss bridges in this part of Oregon.

Kilchis River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Port of Tillamook Bay Railroad) Over Kilchis River and Possetti Road in Rural: Tillamook County, Oregon, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 280 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed example of a pin-connected railroad truss bridge.

Mohler Bridge
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OR-53 (Necanicum Highway) Over South Fork Nehalem River in Mohler: Tillamook County, Oregon, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 314 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: Portland Bridge Company of Portland, Oregon and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This bridge is a good representative example of a standard riveted pony truss in Oregon.

Jasper Bridge
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OR-222 Over Willamette River in Jasper: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 747 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1952 By: Unknown and Glenn S. Paxson (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This is a late example of a rivet-connected Parker through truss bridge, but still retains some of the traditional appearance of bridges from earlier decades.

Chandler Bridge
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Coos River Highway Over Coos River in Rural: Coos County, Oregon, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 966 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Unknown and Glenn S. Paxson (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This is an unusual small-scale vertical lift bridge, and the lift span is visually overpowered by the larger through truss approach spans.

Stillwell Bridge
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OR-131 (3rd Street, Netarts Highway) Over Trask River in Tillamook: Tillamook County, Oregon, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 333 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: Glenn S. Paxson (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This late example of a riveted pony truss also includes concrete sidewalks.

Necarney Creek Bridge
Sam Reed Bridge
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Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Necarney Creek in Rural: Tillamook County, Oregon, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 602 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 13

Built 1937 By: Unknown and Glenn S. Paxson (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This is a large high-level and curved bridge on the Oregon Coast Highway.

Marion Street Bridge
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Marion Street Over Willamette River in Salem: Marion County, Oregon and Polk County, Oregon, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Deck Girder, Fixed (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 2,393 ft. Main Span: 252 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1953 By: Unknown and Glenn S. Paxson (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This riveted deck plate girder bridge was widened on one side with modern girders.

OR-58 Coast Fork Bridge
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OR-58 Over Coast Fork Willamette River in Rural: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 438 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Virginia Bridge Company of Roanoke, Virginia and Glenn S. Paxson (Oregon State Highway Commission)

Although a later example of a riveted truss bridge, this bridge still has an attractive appearance including arched overhead bracing.

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Oakland Bridge
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Shady Highway Over Calapooya Creek and Railroad (Union Pacific) in Oakland: Douglas County, Oregon, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 475 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Lewis W. Metzger and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This is an unusual curved bridge that includes a variety of span lengths and types.

Oregon City Half-Viaduct
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OR-99 Over Cliff along Willamette River in Oregon City: Clackamas County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 336 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 11

Built 1940 By: Unknown and Oregon State Highway Commission

This is a half-viaduct that carries the roadway out over the edge of a cliff along the river.

Cottage Grove Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Central Oregon and Pacific) Over Coast Fork Willamette River in Cottage Grove: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 540 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a traditional example of an early 20th century pin-connected railroad truss bridge.

Cottage Grove Bridge
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OR-99 Goshen-Divide Highway Over Coast Fork Willamette River in Cottage Grove: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 342 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1949 By: Unknown and Oregon State Highway Commission

This bridge is a good, unaltered representative example of a concrete t-beam bridge in Oregon.

Tyne Bridge
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A167 (High Street) Over River Tyne in Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead: North East, England, United Kingdom

Metal Two-Hinged Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,276 ft. Main Span: 531 ft. Roadway: 37 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Dorman Long of Middlesbrough, England and Mott, Hay and Anderson of London, England and Ralph Freeman

This iconic bridge is an extremely rare example of a crescent arch bridge.

Conwy Suspension Bridge (Pont Grog Conwy)
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Pedestrian Walkway (Former Bangor to Chester Road) Over River Conwy (Afon Conwy) in Conwy: Conwy, Wales (Cymru), United Kingdom

Metal Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed

Length: 326 ft. Main Span: 326 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1826 By: William Hazledine of Shrewsbury, England and Thomas Telford

Not only is this suspension bridge noted for retaining its original eyebar chains, its setting is unique next to a castle and two other historic bridges.

Swing Bridge
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Bridge Street Over River Tyne in Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead: North East, England, United Kingdom

Metal Rivet-Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 561 ft. Main Span: 281 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1876 By: W. G. Armstrong and Company of Newcastle upon Tyne, England and John F. Ure and Philip J. Messent

This is a large, very old, and intact example of a swing bridge, located in a unique setting between two high level bridges which are also historic.

Conwy Road Bridge
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A547 (Conway Road, Former A55) Over River Conwy (Afon Conwy) in Conwy: Conwy, Wales (Cymru), United Kingdom

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 325 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1958 By: Sir William Arrol and Company of Glasgow, Scotland and Herbert Walter Fitzsimons

This riveted steel deck arch bridge is the youngest of three bridges at this location next to Castle Conwy.

Conwy Railway Bridge (Pont Rheilffordd Conwy)
Conwy Tubular Bridge
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Railroad (Network Rail, North Wales Main Line) Over River Conwy (Afon Conwy) in Wales (Cymru): Conwy, Wales (Cymru), United Kingdom

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 463 ft. Main Span: 312 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1849 By: William Evans and William Fairbairn, E. Hodgkinson, and Robert Stephenson

The last of its kind surviving today, this tubular wrought iron girder bridge was also a pioneer in wrought iron bridge construction when completed.

Britannia Bridge
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A55 (North Wales Expressway) and Railroad (Network Rail, North Wales Main Line) Over Menai Strait (Afon Menai) in Llanfairpwllgwyngyll (Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch) and Bangor: Isle of Anglesey (Ynys Môn), Wales (Cymru) and Gwynedd, Wales (Cymru), United Kingdom

Metal Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,512 ft. Main Span: 460 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1972 By: Cleveland Bridge and Engineering Company of Darlington, England

This bridge was built on the substructure of a famous tubular girder bridge designed by Robert Stephenson and William Fairbairn.

Reedsport Railroad Bridge
Umpqua River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Coos Bay Rail Link) Over Umpqua River in Reedsport: Douglas County, Oregon, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,600 ft. Main Span: 348 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This impressive swing bridge is complimented by a long series of fixed through truss approach spans.

Cummins Creek Bridge
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Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Cummins Creek in Rural: Lane County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 185 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Tom Lillebo and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This graceful concrete arch bridge offers views out toward the Pacific Ocean.

Menai Bridge
Menai Suspension Bridge (Pont Grog y Borth)
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A5 (London to Holyhead Road) Over Menai Strait (Afon Menai) in Menai Bridge (Porthaethwy) (Y Borth) and Bangor: Isle of Anglesey (Ynys Môn), Wales (Cymru) and Gwynedd, Wales (Cymru), United Kingdom

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,368 ft. Main Span: 577 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1862 By: Unknown and Thomas Telford

The Menai Bridge is one of the most famous eyebar chain suspension bridges in the UK, and it has a combination of 1826 and and 1940 materials.

Clifton Suspension Bridge
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B3129 Over River Avon in Bristol: South West, England, United Kingdom

Metal Plate Girder Stiffening Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed

Length: 1,352 ft. Main Span: 702 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1864 By: Cochrane, Grove, and Company and Isambard Kingdom Brunel, William Henry Barlow, and John Hawkshaw

Crossing the River Avon at a high level over a spectacular rocky gorge, this amazing suspension bridge was designed by Brunel but not completed until after his death.

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Riverside Bridge
Biers Ford Bridge
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Riverside Drive Over Finley River in Rural: Christian County, Missouri, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 274 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1909 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is a beautiful and important historic bridge that retains excellent historic integrity.

Tees Transporter Bridge
Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge
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A178 Over River Tees in Middlesbrough and Port Clarence: North East, England, United Kingdom

Metal 32 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Movable: Transporter and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 850 ft. Main Span: 570 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1911 By: Sir William Arrol and Company of Glasgow, Scotland

Featuring a unique cantilever design, this iconic bridge is one of only two operable transporter bridges in the United Kingdom.

Newport Transporter Bridge (Pont Gludo Casnewydd)
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Stephenson Street Over River Usk (Afon Wysg) in Newport (Casnewydd): Newport (Casnewydd), Wales (Cymru), United Kingdom

Metal Through Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Movable: Transporter

Length: 774 ft. Main Span: 645 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1906 By: Alfred Thorne of London, England and Ferdinand Arnodin and Robert H. Haynes

One of only two operable transporter bridges in the United Kingdom, this bridge is a combination of suspended and cable-stayed designs.

Moy Bridge
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Farm Access Road Over Caledonian Canal in Moy: Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Deck Arch, Movable: Swing

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 10 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1820 By: Plas Kynaston Iron Foundry, of Cefn Mawr, Wales and William Hazledine of Shrewsbury, England and Thomas Telford and William Jessop

This is the only known cast iron swing bridge in existence in the United Kingdom, and is also a very unusual double-leaf design swing bridge.

Victoria Bridge
Aberlour Suspension Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over River Spey in Aberlour: Moray, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 287 ft. Main Span: 287 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: James Abernethy and Company of Aberdeen, Scotland

This bridge is noted for its lack of alteration, its span length, and impressive towers.

Auchindrean Bridge
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Private Driveway Over River Broom in Garve: Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Rivet-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 9 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and John Fowler

This driveway has a ridiculously complex and beautiful bridge for such a small crossing because a famous bridge engineer used to live here!

Tay Railway Bridge
Dundee Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Network Rail) Over River Tay in Dundee and Wormit: Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal 19 Panel Rivet-Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 10,711 ft. Main Span: 245 ft. Main Spans: 13

Built 1887 By: Sir William Arrol and Company of Glasgow, Scotland and WH Barlow and Son of London, England (William Henry Barlow)

Located at the site of the tragic collapse of the previous bridge, this extremely long wrought iron bridge offers a variety of span types.

Muir Bridge
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Prairie Street Over Maple River in Muir: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 311 ft. Main Span: 91 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is an uncommon surviving example of a concrete arch bridge construction in Michigan.

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Hastings Road Bridge
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Hastings Road Over Duck Creek in Rural: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: R. R. Brenner and Son of Kalamazoo, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This was a concrete girder bridge in decent condition.

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David Highway Bridge
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David Highway Over Libhart Creek in Rural: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Concrete 40 Foot Plan Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: West and Barden and Michigan State Highway Department

A beautiful camelback bridge in decent shape situated in a scenic rural farmland area.

Union Chain Bridge
Union Suspension Bridge
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Road 68 Over River Tweed in Berwick-upon-Tweed and Fishwick: North East, England and Scottish Borders, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed

Length: 449 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1820 By: Samuel Brown

This bridge was the first vehicular suspension bridge in Europe, had a record-breaking span when built, has a unique layout, and today retains good integrity of materials.

Ozark Mill Bridge
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West McCracken Street Over Finley Creek in Ozark: Christian County, Missouri, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 204 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1923 By: Pioneer Construction Company of Malvern, Arkansas

This rare Baltimore riveted through truss forms an attractive crossing for the City of Ozark, as the only truss bridge located in the city.

Bigsweir Bridge
Bigg's Weir Bridge
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A466 Over River Wye (Afon Gwy) in St. Briavels and Llandogo (Llaneuddogwy): South West, England and Monmouthshire, Wales (Cymru), United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 325 ft. Main Span: 164 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1827 By: Unknown and Charles Hollis of London, England

This graceful cast iron arch bridge retains its intricate design details while also supporting significant levels of traffic.

Chepstow Bridge (Pont Cas-gwent)
Old Wye Bridge
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Bridge Street (Castleford Hill) Over River Wye (Afon Gwy) in Chepstow (Cas-gwent) and Sedbury: Monmouthshire, Wales and South West, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 373 ft. Main Span: 111 ft. Roadway: 9.8 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1816 By: John Urpeth Raistrick

This beautiful bridge is one of the oldest multi-span cast iron arch bridges surviving today.

Berwick Bridge
Old Bridge
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West Street Over River Tweed in Berwick-upon-Tweed: North East, England, United Kingdom

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,164 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 15

Built 1624 By: Unknown

Among surviving ancient stone arch bridges in the United Kingdom, this bridge stands out as a particularly long example.

Royal Border Bridge
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Railroad (Network Rail, East Coast Main Line) Over River Tweed in Berwick-upon-Tweed: North East, England, United Kingdom

Stone and Brick Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 2,162 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Main Spans: 28

Built 1850 By: McKay and Blackstock and Robert Stephenson and Thomas Elliot Harrison

This stone-faced brick arch bridge is noted for is impressive length and high elevation.

Brunel Swivel Bridge
Brunel Swing Bridge
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Lock Access Road Over Cumberland Basin (North Entrance Lock and South Entrance Lock) in Bristol: South West, England, United Kingdom

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Bobtail) and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 111 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1849 By: Unknown and Isambard Kingdom Brunel

This bridge is noted as an extremely old surviving metal swing bridge, and also noted for its association with Brunel.

Albert Edward Bridge
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Railroad (Wenlock, Craven Arms and Lightmoor Extension Railway) Over River Severn in Coalbrookdale: West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1864 By: Coalbrookdale Company of Coalbrookdale, Shropshire, England and Brassey and Field and John Fowler

This was one of the last large railway bridges built from cast iron, and this bridge is a good comparison to the other older cast iron bridges nearby.

Fochabers Bridge
Old Spey Bridge
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Inchberry Road (Former A96) Over River Spey in Fochabers: Moray, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 370 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1854 By: James Hoby and Company

This large and impressive 1854 cast iron arch bridge utilized existing stone arch spans from an 1804 bridge.

River Weaver Railway Bridge
Viaduct Number 54
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Railroad (Chester-Warrington Railway) Over River Weaver (Navigation Channel) in Frodsham and Runcorn: North West, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Brick Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 285 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1850 By: Thomas Brassey and Alexander Rendel

This is one of two similar viaducts featuring a cast iron main span and brick arch approach spans.

Frodsham Viaduct
Viaduct Number 53
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Railroad (Chester-Warrington Railway) Over River Weaver in Frodsham: North West, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone and Brick Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,313 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1850 By: Thomas Brassey and Alexander Rendel

This is one of two similar viaducts featuring cast iron main spans and brick arch approach spans.

Lee Moor Tramway Bridge
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Railroad (National Cycle Network Rail-Trail) Over River Plym in Plymouth: South West, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1823 By: Unknown

This is a unique, small scale cast iron arch bridge with a through arch design.

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Town Line Road Bridge
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Town Line Road Over Otselic River in Taylor: Cortland County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut and Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This abandoned bridge is an outstanding example of a short-span lenticular through truss, and it also includes a 1903 pony truss span.

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Tiffany Bridge
Smith Road Bridge
HSR

Smith Road Over Turtle Creek in Tiffany: Rock County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Worden-Allen Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This extremely unusual bridge is a very early example of a truss bridge with original bolted connections.

Yale Bridge
HSR

WA-503 (Yale Bridge Road) Over North Fork Lewis River in Rural: Clark County, Washington and Cowlitz County, Washington, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 458 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Gilpin Construction Company of Portland, Oregon and Harold E. Gilbert

This is a rare small-scale suspension bridge that is also noted for its lack of alteration.

Cowlitz Way Bridge
Peter Crawford Bridge
HSR

WA-4 (Cowlitz Way) Over Cowlitz River in Kelso: Cowlitz County, Washington, United States

Metal Continuous 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,710 ft. Main Span: 256 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Peter Kiewit and Sons of Omaha, Nebraska and Washington Department of Highways

This is a wide and relatively late example of a continuous riveted through truss bridge.

WA-4 Elochoman River Bridge
HSR

WA-4 Over Elochoman River in Rural: Wahkiakum County, Washington, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Unknown and Washington Department of Highways

This is a traditional example of a state standard through truss bridge in Washington State.

Caples Road Bridge
Old WA-503 Bridge
HSR

Caples Road (Old WA-503) Over Salmon Creek in Meadow Glade: Clark County, Washington, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Union Bridge Company of Portland, Oregon

This is a classic example of a rural style concrete closed spandrel arch bridge.

Cape Perpetua Half Viaduct
HSR

Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Cape Perpetua Chasm in Rural: Lincoln County, Oregon, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1931 By: Unknown and Oregon State Highway Commission

This bridge is noted as a historic example of a half-viaduct which carries a portion of the road out alongside a cliff.

Albany Willamette River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Portland and Western Railroad) Over Willamette River in Albany: Benton County, Oregon and Linn County, Oregon, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,910 ft. Main Span: 260 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge consists of a riveted Warren through truss swing bridge flanked by similar but shorter fixed truss spans.

Chasm Bridge
Neahkahnie Mountain Bridge
HSR

Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Neahkahnie Mountain Chasm in Rural: Tillamook County, Oregon, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: and Glenn S. Paxson (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This unusual bridge crosses a chasm that drops off sharply beneath the bridge, with the mountain rising directly beside the bridge.

New Youngs Bay Bridge
HSR

Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Youngs Bay in Astoria: Clatsop County, Oregon, United States

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 4,209 ft. Main Span: 154 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Unknown and Ivan D. Merchant (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This is a late example of a vertical lift bridge.

Wilson River Slough Bridge
HSR

Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Wilson River Slough in Tillamook: Tillamook County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: Unknown and Oregon State Highway Commission

This bridge is a good representative example of a standard small-scale bridge on the Oregon Coast Highway, and it retains the ornamental railings used on many bridges on this highway.

Short Sand Creek Bridge
HSR

Oregon Coast Highway (US-101) Over Short Sand Beach Creek and Short Sands Trail in Rural: Tillamook County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: Unknown and Oregon State Highway Commission

A good example of a concrete t-beam bridge on the Oregon Coast Highway, this one features a less common design of ornamental railing used on this highway.

Isthmus Slough Bridge
Newport Lane Bridge
HSR

Coos River Highway (Newport Lane) Over Isthmus Slough in Coos Bay: Coos County, Oregon, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,758 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Liesch and Tofte of Coos Bay, Oregon and Conde Balcom McCullough (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This bridge is a double-leaf bascule bridge that also includes a fixed deck truss approach span next to the bascule span.

Bunker Hill Overcrossing
Bunker Hill Railroad Overpass
HSR

Coos River Highway (Newport Lane) Over Railroad (Coos Bay Rail Link) in Coos Bay: Coos County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1938 By: Mountain States Construction Company of Eugene, Oregon and Glenn S. Paxson (Oregon State Highway Commission)

This is a good representative example of a state design grade separation bridge in Oregon.

OR-99E Overpass
HSR

Pacific Boulevard (OR-99E) Over 9th Avenue (US-20 Ramps) in Albany: Linn County, Oregon, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1940 By: Unknown

A representative example of a relatively early highway-over-highway overpass.

Broadway Bridge
HSR

Broadway Over Willamette River and Various Streets and Railroad in Portland: Multnomah County, Oregon, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rall) and Approach Spans: Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,742 ft. Main Span: 278 ft. Roadway: 45.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and Ralph Modjeski

This iconic bridge is the largest example of the rare Rall type of bascule bridge ever built.

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Causton Bluff Bridges
Islands Expressway Bridges
HSR

Islands Expressway Over Wilmington River in Savannah: Chatham County, Georgia, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 804 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1963 By: Unknown

This pair of bascule bridges are similar in appearance, but not identical, and one has older girders which were moved and reused here.

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4th Line Bridge
Churchill Sideroad Bridge
HSR

4th Line (Churchill Sideroad) Over KH-400 in Rural: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 95 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Unknown

One of a decreasing number of attractive overpass bridges on Highway 400.

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Duchesnay Creek Bridge
HSR

KH-17B (Main Street) Over Duchesnay Creek in Rural (Near North Bay): Nipissing District, Ontario, Canada

Wood 8 Panel Howe Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 256 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 25.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown

This is an extremely rare example of a timber deck truss in Canada.

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King-Vaughan Road Bridge
HSR

King Vaughan Road Over KH-400 in Rural: York Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 121 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1961 By: Unknown

One of a decreasing number of attractive overpass bridges on Highway 400, this bridge is a little younger and has a different design.

لینس ڈاؤن پل (Lansdowne Bridge)
HSR

Lansdowne Bridge Road Over Indus River (Sindhu) in Sukkur (سکّھر‎) and Rohri (روہڑی‎): Sukkur (سکّھر‎) and Rohri (روہڑی‎), Pakistan (پاکِستان)

Metal Cantilever Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,208 ft. Main Span: 820 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1889 By: Westwood, Baillie and Company of London, England and Alexander Meadows Rendel

A cantilever truss bridge with high levels of historic and engineering significance, this is perhaps one of the most unusual looking bridges on earth!

Fulton Bridge
HSR

215th Street (Old US-69) Over Little Osage River in Rural: Bourbon County, Kansas, United States

Concrete 11 Panel Marsh (Tied) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 153 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Kelly and Underwood Construction Company of Granby, Missouri and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This bridge suffers from greater levels of deterioration than other similar bridges in Kansas.

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CR-175 North Bridge
Noble County Bridge 135
HSR

CR-175 North Over Railroad (CSX) in Rural: Noble County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This bridge was among the largest and most impressive of the Noble County railroad overpasses.

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Jefferson Avenue Salt River Bridge
HSR

Jefferson Avenue Over Salt River in Chesterfield Township: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 39.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This steel stringer bridge offers much more to look at than a modern bridge.

Julia Butler Hansen Bridge
Puget Island Bridge
HSR

WA-409 Over Columbia River in Cathlamet: Wahkiakum County, Washington, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,615 ft. Main Span: 420 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Poole and McGonigle Steel Company of Portland, Oregon and Clark H. Eldridge and Ralph W. Finke of Olympia, Washington

This bridge is an impressive truss bridge with additional significance for association with Depression-era federal relief programs.

Meeker Drive Bridge
HSR

Meeker Drive Over Kalama River in Rural: Cowlitz County, Washington, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 441 ft. Main Span: 242 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Unknown and Washington Department of Highways

This bridge is a representative example of a mid 20th century truss bridge in Washington State.

Ocean Beach Highway Bridge
HSR

WA-4 (Abandoned Alignment) (Ocean Beach Highway) Over Dry Gulch in Rural: Cowlitz County, Washington, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This concrete arch bridge is today in an unusual setting because it was abandoned when a new alignment at a lower level next to the bridge eliminated the need for a bridge completely.

Ocean Beach Highway Half-Viaduct
HSR

WA-4 (Abandoned Alignment) (Ocean Beach Highway) Over Cliff along Columbia River in Rural: Cowlitz County, Washington, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Built 1930 By: Unknown

Today abandoned, the need for this half-viaduct, as well as a new one, was eliminated when a highway realignment lowered the road so that a structure was not needed.

Barnhart Island Road Bridge
HSR

Barnhart Island Road Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) South Channel in Rural: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,074 ft. Main Span: 509 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This is an outstanding and uncommon example of a mid-20th century riveted continuous through.

Massena Center Bridge
HSR

Massena - Massena Center Road (CR-42A) Over Grasse River (Grass River) in Massena Center: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 680 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1911 By: Eastern Steel Company of Pottsville, Pennsylvania and John A. Roebling Sons Company of Trenton, New Jersey and Holton D. Robinson

Designed by a famous suspension bridge engineer who was born in nearby Massena, this is a rare small-scale example of an early 20th Century suspension bridge.

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Thousand Islands Bridge
South Channel (American) Bridge
HSR

I-81 Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) South Channel in Rural: Jefferson County, New York, United States

Metal Plate Girder Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 4,500 ft. Main Span: 800 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Robinson and Steinman of New York, New York

This southern portion of the Thousand Islands Bridge system features the largest span of the bridge system.

Boat O' Brig Road Bridge
HSR

B9103 Over River Spey in Fochabers: Moray, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Bolt-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This bridge is a representative example of a mid 20th century truss bridge in the UK, and is located at the site of a historic suspension bridge.

Boat O' Brig Railway Bridge
Spey (Orton) Viaduct, Bridge of Spey
HSR

Railroad (Highland Railway) Over River Spey in Fochabers: Moray, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal 17 Panel Rivet-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 635 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Head Wrightson of Thornaby-on-Tees, England and William Roberts

This 1906 truss bridge uses the approach and substructure of a previous 1858 bridge.

St. Nicholas Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad (East Coast Main Line, London North Eastern Railway) Over St. Nicholas Street (B1307) in Newcastle upon Tyne: North East, England, United Kingdom

Metal Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1848 By: Abbot and Company of Gateshead, England

This beautiful cast iron arch bridge was widened on one side at a later date with riveted arch ribs.

Royal Tweed Bridge
HSR

A1167 Over River Tweed in Berwick-upon-Tweed: North East, England, United Kingdom

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,410 ft. Main Span: 356 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1928 By: Holloway Brothers of London, England and L G Mouchel and Partners

This concrete arch bridge is noted for association with an important engineering firm, and for its record-breaking span length when completed.

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B. B. Comer Bridge
Scottsboro Bridge
HSR

AL-35 (Southbound) Over Tennessee River (Guntersville Lake) in Scottsboro: Jackson County, Alabama, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,143 ft. Main Span: 310 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This landmark historic truss bridge was reduced to scrap metal.

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Capac Road Bridge
HSR

Capac Road Over North Branch Mill Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This was an extremely well preserved example of a standard concrete girder bridge.

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Donora-Webster Bridge
Lieutenant Governor Ernest Kline Bridge
HSR

10th Street (PA-1022) Over Monongahela River in Donora and Webster: Washington County, Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 20 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,547 ft. Main Span: 518 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1908 By: Toledo-Massillon Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio and A. N. Nelson

One of the most stunning landmark bridges in all of Pennsylvania, yet it was sentenced to demolition for no reason.

皋唐三路桥 (Gaotang 3rd Road Bridge)
HSR

Gaotang 3rd Road (皋唐三路) Over Grand Canal (大运河) in Hangzhou (杭州): Jianggan District (江干区), Zhejiang (浙江), China (中国)

Concrete 10 Panel Howe Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 223 ft. Main Span: 178 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This extremely rare concrete truss bridge has been rehabilitated and continues to carry local traffic next to a newer bridge.

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Alexandra Bridge (Pont Alexandra)
Interprovincial Bridge (Pont Interprovincial)
HSR

Saint Patrick Street and Murray Street (Boulevard des Allumettières) Over Ottawa River (Rivière des Outaouais) in Ottawa and Gatineau: Ottawa City, Ontario and Outaouais, Québec, Canada

Metal Cantilever 18 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,857 ft. Main Span: 556 ft. Roadway: 62 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1900 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

Located next to Parliament Hill, this beautiful bridge represents a significant engineering achievement as an early surviving large-scale cantilever truss bridge.

Frith Road Private Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Smiths Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

A small, old, rare pony truss that has moved two times.

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Alcoa Road Bridge
HSR

Alcoa Road Over Grasse River (Grass River) in Massena: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 773 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1923 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and Jarrett-Chambers Company of New York, New York

This beautiful, early, and rare historic cantilever truss bridge was demolished and replaced with a hideous replacement bridge.

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North Washington Street Bridge
Charlestown Bridge
HSR

North Washington Street Over Charles River in Boston: Suffolk County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,089 ft. Main Span: 241 ft. Roadway: 66 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This beautiful, yet unusual bridge is a very large swing bridge features four truss lines and vertical endposts.

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Toledo Terminal Railroad Bridge
Upper Maumee River Swing Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Toledo Terminal Railroad) Over Maumee River in Maumee and Perrysburg: Lucas County, Ohio and Wood County, Ohio, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,450 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Waddell and Hedrick of Kansas City, Missouri

This impressive swing bridge was an early surviving work associated with famous engineer J.A.L. Waddell.

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Fisher Road Black River Bridge
HSR

Fisher Road Over Black River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This once-attractive bridge has been so heavilly altered it no longer is beautiful or historic.

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Goodells Road Pine River Bridge
HSR

Goodells Road Over Branch Pine River in Goodells: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

An old example of the standard through girder bridge design for Michigan.

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Lambs Road Bridge
HSR

Lambs Road Over Smiths Creek (Spencer Drain) in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

An example of small-scale t-beam construction, a structure type that today is taken over by culverts.

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Smiths Creek Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Smiths Creek in Smiths Creek: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

A small example of its type, in decent structural condition.

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Munson Road Bridge
HSR

Munson Road Over St. Regis River in Rural: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 230 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1893 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This abandoned multi-span example of a through truss built by a noteworthy in-state bridge builder is at severe risk for collapse.

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Green Mill Ford Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 78890
HSR

Greenmill Avenue Over Cedar River in Rural: Bremer County, Iowa, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 377 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1871 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This very important bridge was abandoned and was a rare multi-span bowstring.

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Mint Line Bridge
HSR

Mint Line Over Babtiste Creek in Rural: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 19.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1945 By: Unknown

A beautiful Warren pony truss with riveted connections and large lattice railing.

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Rescue Road Bridge
HSR

Rescue Road Over East Branch Pigeon River in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This lattice stringer has unusual railings that resemble those found in Ontario.

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Rescue Road State Drain Bridge
HSR

Rescue Road Over State Drain in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

A longer single span example of Huron County's several remaining lattice railing stringer bridges.

Depot Street Bridge
HSR

Depot Street Over Deer River in Helena: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 149 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This bridge is a good representative example of a state standard riveted through truss bridge.

Traffic Circle Road Bridge
Rooseveltown Bridge
HSR

Traffic Circle Road Over Raquette River in Rooseveltown: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal Welded Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 383 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1934 By: Unknown

This is a very unusual welded truss bridge.

Rooseveltown Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Raquette River in Rooseveltown: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 310 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Roadway: 11 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a beautiful and intact pin-connected railroad truss bridge.

Helena Bridge
HSR

CR-37 (Massena-Helena Road) Over St. Regis River in Helena: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 292 ft. Main Span: 141 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1900 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge is an early and outstanding example of a unique, ornamental bridge design built by the Canton Bridge Company.

Victory Highway Bridge
NY-415 Bridge
HSR

NY-415 (Victory Highway) Over Meads Creek in Near Painted Post: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 183 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and New York State Department of Public Works

This truss bridge carries a significant trunkline route.

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Bushville Bridge
HSR

Main Road (NY-5) Over Tonawanda Creek in Bushville: Genesee County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This standard plan 1920s truss bridge makes choosing a casual drive on NY-5 a nice alternative to I-90.

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NY-21 Bridge
HSR

NY-21 Over Canacadea Creek in Near Hornell: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 29.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

An unusually shaped truss bridge should have been preserved next to its replacement.

Kanona Bridge
HSR

NY-415 Over Cohocton River in Kanona: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 167 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 28.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This representative example of a state standard truss is an aesthetic asset to the roadway it serves.

Marathon Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Tioughnioga River in Marathon: Cortland County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 179 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 7.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

An attractive truss bridge forms the centerpiece of a small town.

NY-366 Bridge
HSR

NY-366 Over Fall Creek in Rural: Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

A traditional standard plan pony truss in good condition.

Port Watson Street Bridge
HSR

Port Watson Street (US-11) Over Tioughnioga River in Cortland: Cortland County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 196 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This standard plan truss makes an excellent historic gateway into the city of Cortland.

Bridge Street Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over Susquehanna River in Vestal: Broome County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 745 ft. Main Span: 245 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1935 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

One of the larger multi-span examples of this bridge design in western New York.

Windsor Bridge
HSR

Chapel Street (CR-28) Over Susquehanna River in Windsor: Broome County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 623 ft. Main Span: 205 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and New York State Department of Public Works

This bridge is among the larger multi-span examples of a standard plan truss in western New York.

Flemingville Bridge
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West Creek Road Over East Branch Owego Creek in Flemingville (Rural): Tioga County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 174 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

A classic 1930s New York through truss.

NY-79 Bridge
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NY-79 Over Chenango River in Rural: Broome County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 398 ft. Main Span: 195 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1936 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

A multi-span example of New York's standard plan truss bridge.

Seneca Road Bridge
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Veterans Avenue Over Canisteo River in Hornell: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 161 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Roadway: 39.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This bridge is much wider than the road it carries because it is on a former state highway alignment.

Lyell Avenue Bridge
Bridge E-166
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Lyell Avenue (NY-31) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rochester: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Roadway: 39.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Genesee Bridge Company of Rochester, New York and New York State Department of Public Works

This is a good, unaltered example of a state designed riveted pony truss.

Pine City Bridge
Pennsylvania Avenue Bridge
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CR-69 Over Seeley Creek in Pine City: Chemung County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 215 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

Located near Pennsylvania, this bridge demonstrates the clear difference in transportation policy in New York.

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Turners Bridge
HSR

NY-96 Over Owego Creek in Rural: Tioga County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 215 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

An attractive 1930s truss bridge once invited NY-38 travelers onto NY-96.

US-9 Ausable River Bridge
HSR

US-9 Over Ausable River in Rural: Clinton County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 255 ft. Main Span: 255 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and New York State Department of Public Works

This bridge is noted for its massive members, a result of a wide deck and long span length.

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Old US-15 Cowanesque River Bridge
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Old US-15 (CR-115) Over Cowanesque River in Rural: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This through truss is just over 800 feet from the Pennsylvania border.

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Geneseo Bridge
HSR

NY-63 Over Genesee River in Geneseo: Livingston County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 284 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

A classic example of New York's standard truss plan.

Seneca Lake Inlet Bridge
HSR

Abandoned NY-414 Alignment Over Seneca Lake Inlet in Near Watkins Glen: Schuyler County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a very lightweight riveted Warren pony truss bridge.

Elm Ridge Road Bridge
Anstead Bridge
HSR

Elm Ridge Road (Abandoned Alignment Over Indian River in Evans Mills: Jefferson County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This abandoned bridge is an extremely rare lenticular truss bridge with details unusual even among other lenticular truss bridges.

NY-131 Grasse River Bridge
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NY-131 Over Grasse River (Grass River) in Massena: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal Cantilever Pin and Hanger Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 614 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1956 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This is a good, multi-span example of a variable depth deck plate girder bridge with a cantilever pin and hanger design.

Ekey Road Bridge
HSR

Ekey Road Over Trout Brook in Rural: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This small Pratt pony truss has counters in each of its two center panels giving it an appearance like a double-Warren truss bridge.

Redwater Brook Bridge
Burke Hollow Road Bridge
HSR

Burke Hollow Road Over Redwater Brook in Rural: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This long abandoned bridge has an unusual appearance due to its arrangement of the top chord, consisting of two angles and cover plate only.

Dry Bridge Road Bridge
HSR

Dry Bridge Road Over Railroad (CSX) in Norwood: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1900 By: Unknown

This is a timber stringer overpass bridge resting on stone abutments.

Ledges Road Bridge
HSR

Ledges Road Over Mullet Creek in Rural: Jefferson County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Welded Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss is an example of an unusual standard design welded truss found only in New York State.

Lafayette Spring Street Bridge
HSR

Lafayette Street and Spring Street Over Oswegatchie River in Ogdensburg: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 597 ft. Main Span: 137 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1916 By: Kirk, Raleigh, and Company of Syracuse, New York and Concrete-Steel Engineering Company of New York, New York and William Mueser

This is an impressive and rare surviving example of a Melan type concrete arch bridge, and is associated with a noted engineer.

Madrid Stone Bridge
HSR

NY-345 (Bridge Street) Over Grasse River (Grass River) in Madrid: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 403 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1882 By: M. L. and M. A. Cleveland of Watertown, New York and Hinds and Hodgkins of Watertown, New York

This nice looking stone arch bridge, noted for its long, multi-span configuration, has been rehabilitated.

Massena Railroad Truss Bridge
Massena Rail-Trail Bridge
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Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Grasse River (Grass River) in Massena: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 500 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1900 By: Unknown

This is the more unusual and more significant of two railroad bridges that sit beside each other at this location.

Massena Railroad Girder Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Massena Terminal Railroad) Over Grasse River (Grass River) in Massena: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal (Aluminum) Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 925 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1945 By: Alcoa Corporation of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

This plate girder bridge, noted for one of its spans being made of aluminum, sits next to a historic truss bridge, but crosses the river at a higher level, resulting in a nearby highway overpass bridge, included on this page.

Norwood Railroad Bridge
Ogdensburg Railroad Bridge Number 80
HSR

Railroad (New York and Ogdensburg Railway) Over Raquette River in Norwood: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 276 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1885 By: Hawkins Bridge Company and Vermont Construction Company of St. Albans, Vermont

This is an notable example of a lattice deck truss railroad bridge.

Corporal Michael F. Folland Memorial Bridge
HSR

US-60 (Midland Trail, Monroe Avenue) Over Jackson River in Covington: Alleghany County, Virginia and Covington Independent City, Virginia, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 394 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: T. A. Loving Company of Goldsboro, North Carolina

This is a good, complete example of a concrete arch bridge with good aesthetic qualities.

Humphreys Gap Bridge
HSR

Blue Ridge Parkway Over US-60 in Rural: Amherst County, Virginia, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown

This is a later example of a style of overpass bridge that first saw popular usage in the 1930s.

Fletcher Chapel Road Bridge
HSR

Fletcher Chapel Road (VA-660) Over Ogle Creek in Rural: Alleghany County, Virginia, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 15.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual truss bridge is abandoned and without a deck, and for people driving on the nearby highway, it is the only evidence there was ever a road here.

Penvir Road Bridge
HSR

Penvir Road Over Wolf Creek (VA-673) in Rural: Giles County, Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 179 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is a traditional pin-connected Pratt truss bridge.

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Stonewall Lane Bridge
HSR

Stonewall Lane (VA-710) Over Dunlap Creek in Rural: Alleghany County, Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 197 ft. Main Span: 152 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Roanoke Iron and Bridge Works of Roanoke, Virginia and Virginia State Highway Commission

This bridge is a good representative example of a state-design through truss bridge in Virginia.

Plunkett Road Bridge
HSR

Plunkett Road (CR-603) Over Lynch River in Rural: Albemarle County, Virginia, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Roanoke Bridge Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This is one of the last known surviving examples of a truss bridge built using the unusual tapered vertical members of the Roanoke Bridge Company.

Darby Creek Railroad Bridges
HSR

Railroad (Conrail, Former Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Darby Creek in Ridley Park and Essington: Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 283 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

Two rare Strauss vertical overhead counterweight bascule bridges sit next to each other at this location.

Robert A Briant Sr. Memorial Bridge
HSR

NJ-71 Over Shark River in Belmar and Avon-by-the-Sea: Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 860 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

This bridge is an example of a patented variety of fixed trunnion bascule bridge, also noted for its approach span system.

Ocean Avenue Bridge
HSR

Ocean Avenue (CR-18) Over Shark River in Belmar and Avon-by-the-Sea: Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 339 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

This bridge is an altered example of a patented variety of fixed trunnion bascule bridge, also noted for its approach span system.

Shark River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (New Jersey Transit) Over Shark River in Belmar and Avon-by-the-Sea: Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 544 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This is a wide, double-track example of a plate girder rolling lift bascule bridge.

1st Avenue Bridge
HSR

1st Avenue Over Wreck Pond in Sea Girt: Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Owen J. Melee of Long Branch, New Jersey and John T. Simpson of Newark, New Jersey

This attractive arch bridge retains good historic integrity.

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Camp Wawa Road Bridge
HSR

Camp Wawa Road Over East Branch Perkiomen Creek in Lower Salford Township: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 158 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1892 By: Unknown

This bridge stands out as an uncommon example of a multi-span pin-connected pony truss.

Florence Bridge
HSR

IL-100 and IL-106 (Old US-36) Over Illinois River in Florence: Pike County, Illinois and Scott County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,177 ft. Main Span: 215 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Illinois Steel Bridge Company of Jacksonville, Illinois

This vertical lift bridge is also noted for its long, impressive series of fixed through truss spans.

Iron Bridge Road Bridge
HSR

Iron Bridge Road (North 830 East Road) Over Salt Creek in Rural: DeWitt County, Illinois, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional Pratt truss bridge has been bypassed and abandoned, and appears to be at risk for flood damage.

Meyers Road Bridge
HSR

Meyers Road Over Sangamon River (Old Channel) in Rural: Christian County, Illinois and Sangamon County, Illinois, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This rare pin-connected Camelback truss bridge sits in an abandoned state.

Woodlawn Cemetery Bridge
HSR

Cemetery Road Over 10 Mile Creek in Clinton: DeWitt County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is a rare example of a style of lightweight bridge that is composed of rolled angles forming a Double-Warren pony truss.

Swisher Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Swisher Hill Road (TR-188, 1705 East Road Over North Fork Salt Creek in Rural: DeWitt County, Illinois, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This bridge is a traditional example of a pin-connected Pratt truss bridge.

Cascades Roadway Culvert
Cascade Stone Bridge
HSR

Cascades Roadway Over Cascade Ravine Drain in Burlington: Des Moines County, Iowa, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

The small undeveloped road that meanders down into the valley that the larger Cascade Bridge passes over features this tiny stone culvert.

Maryland Street Bridge
HSR

Maryland Street Over Town Creek in Louisiana: Pike County, Missouri, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

Once nobody would have paid attention to a tiny pony truss like this, until fate turned it into the only highway truss bridge in the city.

North Street Footbridge
North Street Sidewalk Bridge
HSR

North Street (Sidewalk) Over Tributary to Bear Creek in Morrisonville: Christian County, Illinois, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Illinois Steel Bridge Company of Jacksonville, Illinois

This simple footbridge appears to have railings and perhaps other parts salvaged from another bridge.

Lick Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Chicago and North Western Railroad) Over Lick Creek in Rural: Sangamon County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 425 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1883 By: Alden and Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

This rare multi-span lattice deck truss is a surprising find over this small creek.

Sea Mountain Highway Bridge
HSR

Sea Mountain Highway (S-26-20, Old US-17) Over Intracoastal Waterway in Little River: Horry County, South Carolina, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 264 ft. Main Span: 216 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of two operable swing bridges in the area, and it retains good historic integrity.

Dick Pond Road Bridge
HSR

Dick Pond Road (S-26-616) Over Intracoastal Waterway in Socastee: Horry County, South Carolina, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 297 ft. Main Span: 217 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of two operable swing bridges in the area, and it retains good historic integrity.

Intracoastal Waterway Drawbridge
HSR

Railroad (Carolina Southern Railroad) Over Intracoastal Waterway in Myrtle Beach: Horry County, South Carolina, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Length: 360 ft. Main Span: 107 ft. Roadway: 33 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This bridge was first designed to be able to carry a railroad track and a highway, making it a wide example of a plate girder bascule bridge.

6th Street Bridge
New Hanover County Bridge 33
HSR

6th Street Over Railroad (Abandoned Seaboard Coast Railroad) in Wilmington: New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 142 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Des Moines Bridge and Iron Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This bridge is noted for its skew and as a good representative example of a riveted Pratt truss.

Wrightsville Beach Bridge
C. Heide Trask Memorial Bridge
HSR

US-74 and US-76 (Eastwood Road) Over Intracoastal Waterway in Wrightsville Beach Bridge: New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 731 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 56.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Unknown and L.O. Hopkins of Nashville, Tennessee

This is a large example of a plate girder bascule bridge and it is noted for its innovative machinery.

Castle Hayne Road Bridge
Smith's Creek Bridge
HSR

Castle Hayne Road (NC-2812, Old NC-133) Over Smith Creek in Wilmington: New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 248 ft. Main Span: 172 ft. Roadway: 27.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: T.A. Loving and Company of Goldsboro, North Carolina and North Carolina State Highway Commission

Although it no longer operates for boats, this bridge remains a good example of a state-designed swing through truss bridge.

Cape Fear Memorial Bridge
HSR

US-76, US-421, and US-17 Over Cape Fear River in Wilmington: New Hanover County, North Carolina and Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States

Metal 12 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,033 ft. Main Span: 408 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1969 By: Bowers Construction Company

Although built in 1969, this bridge is significant as the only known vertical lift bridge in North Carolina.

Northeast Cape Fear River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX, Nee Atlantic Coast Line) Over Northeast Cape Fear River in Castle Hayne: New Hanover County, North Carolina, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 135 ft. Roadway: 10 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge an example of a simple deck plate girder swing bridge, which also features fixed plate girder approach spans.

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Michigan Avenue Railroad Overpass
St. Charles Air Line Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Canadian National, Former St. Charles Air Line) Over Michigan Avenue in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1899 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its age, and for its use of decorative cast iron cladding and other ornamental details in its design.

Yellow Breeches Creek Railroad Bridge
Leidighs Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Yellow Breeches Creek in Rural: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Bethlehem Steel Bridge Corporation of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This bridge is actually two separate superstructures sitting side by side.

Ridley Creek Plate Girder Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Ridley Creek in Eddystone and Chester: Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This through plate girder bridge is one of several railroad bridges at this location.

Ridley Creek Truss Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Reading Railroad) Over Ridley Creek in Eddystone and Chester: Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge appears to be an older surviving railroad Pratt truss bridge.

Chester Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX and Norfolk Southern) Over Chester Creek in Chester: Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and A. Hunter

This bridge was originally built as a swing bridge, however it no longer operates for boats.

4th Street Bridge
East 4th Street Bridge
HSR

4th Street Over Ridley Creek in Eddystone and Chester: Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Carl R. Camp of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and George Wright

This slender concrete arch bridge features a decorative stone facing.

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Lloyd Street Bridge
HSR

Lloyd Street Over Railroad (Amtrak, Northeast Corridor) in Chester: Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Girder, Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 31.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Unknown

This bridge was noted as a somewhat early surviving rivet-connected truss bridge in Pennsylvania.

Lindbergh Bridge
HSR

Marple Avenue Over Darby Creek in Clifton Heights: Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 394 ft. Main Span: 257 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Carl R. Camp of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and George Wright

This bridge is an impressive concrete deck arch bridge with attractive ornamental details.

Ironstone Creek Railroad Truss Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Colebrookdale Railroad) Over Ironstone Creek in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This is a traditional example of a riveted Pratt truss railroad bridge.

Homeville Road Viaduct
HSR

Homeville Road Over Thompson Run, Grant Avenue Extension, and Railroad (Union Railroad) in West Mifflin: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 779 ft. Main Span: 215 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Unknown

This bridge is a good example of a mid-20th century deck truss viaduct.

3rd Street Bridge
Dr. George S. Smith Bridge
HSR

3rd Street Over Lehigh River in Easton: Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 76 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1912 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania and Daniel Luten

This bridge is noted as a product of famous engineer Daniel Luten, and its alterations actually embody the design intent of Luten.

Lehigh River 3rd Street Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Black River and Western Railroad) Over Lehigh River and 3rd Street in Easton: Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 975 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This railroad viaduct contains a variety of span types.

Easton and Northern Railroad Lehigh River Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Lehigh Valley Railway) Over Lehigh River, Lehigh Canal, and Various Railroad and Roads in Easton: Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,121 ft. Main Span: 215 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1899 By: Union Bridge Company of Athens, Pennsylvania and Buffalo, New York and F. E. Schall

This is an uncommon and impressive pin-connected railroad deck truss that is also noted for its curve and skewed spans.

Opossum Road Bridge
HSR

Opossum Road Over Bedens Brook in Rural: Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 23 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1822 By: Unknown

This is a very old surviving example of a stone arch bridge, and one of the two oldest in the county.

Paulins Kill Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Delaware Lackawanna and Western Railroad) Over Paulins Kill and Station Road in Rural: Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,100 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1910 By: John Goll and Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Reiter, Curtis and Hill of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Lincoln Bush

This enormous and early large-scale concrete railroad bridge is nevertheless well hidden in a thickly wooded area.

Taylor Iron and Steel Company Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Taylor Steel Workers Historical Greenway) Over South Branch Raritan River in High Bridge: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge may be one of the oldest polygonal Warren truss bridges in the entire country.

Taylor Iron and Steel Company Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over South Branch Raritan River in High Bridge: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional riveted railroad plate girder bridge.

Victoria Creek Footbridge
HSR

Kasson Street (CR-651) Sidewalk Over Victoria Creek in Cedar: Leelanau County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual curved chord through riveted plate girder appears to have been built from salvaged materials.

Long-Allen Bridge
Morgan City Bridge
HSR

LA-182 (Old US-90, Brashear Avenue) Over Atchafalaya River (Berwick Bay) in Berwick and Morgan City: St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected K-Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete 16 Panel T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 3,745 ft. Main Span: 608 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1933 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and Louisiana Highway Commission and Norman E. Lant

Among the longest simple span trusses in America, this is the longest known K-truss span by far and one of the most significant historic bridges in the state.

Rainbow Bridge
Port Arthur - Orange Bridge
HSR

TX-87 Southbound Over Neches River in Port Arthur: Jefferson County, Texas and Orange County, Texas, United States

Metal Cantilever (Arched) Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 7,752 ft. Main Span: 680 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1938 By: Taylor-Fichter Steel Construction Company of New York, New York and Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

One of the earliest arch-cantilever style truss bridges, this unique bridge was designed to withstand hurricane winds leading to unique design details.

Mosgrove Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Buffalo, Rochester and Pittsburgh Railroad) Over Allegheny River and Various Roads in West Mosgrove: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 18 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,680 ft. Main Span: 450 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1899 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This spectacular bridge features some of the longest pin-connected deck truss spans in the country.

Clairton Coke Works Bridge
Union Railroad Clairton Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Union Railroad) Over Monongahela River in Clairton: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,154 ft. Main Span: 498 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Albert Lucius of New York, New York

This massive bridge is noted for its very long 500 foot main span, and also its design which anticipated an upper deck in addition to the lower deck.

Freeport Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Allegheny River in Freeport: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 18 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,104 ft. Main Span: 440 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its impressive Pennsylvania through truss main span.

Kiskiminetas Junction Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Kiski Junction Railroad) Over Kiskiminetas River in Rural: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania and Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 710 ft. Main Span: 235 ft. Roadway: 11 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1899 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works)

This multiple span pin-connected through truss makes a beautiful gateway at the mouth of the Kiskiminetas River.

West Brownsville Junction Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Monongahela River in Rural: Fayette County, Pennsylvania and Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 800 ft. Main Span: 401 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This railroad bridge is noted for the length of its main span, which makes for a very impressive truss of which few remain on this river.

Buffalo and Pittsburgh Allegheny River Railroad Bridge
Templeton Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Buffalo and Pittsburgh) Over Allegheny River in Rural: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,112 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This large, beautiful through truss bridge is located on a very rural and highly scenic portion of the Allegheny River.

Walkway over the Hudson
Poughkeepsie Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Walkway over the Hudson, Hudson Valley Rail-Trail) Over Hudson River and Various Streets and Railroads in Poughkeepsie and Highland: Dutchess County, New York and Ulster County, New York, United States

Metal Cantilever 18 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 6,767 ft. Main Span: 548 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1888 By: Union Bridge Company of Athens, Pennsylvania and Buffalo, New York

This massive and ancient cantilever truss bridge is one of the most important historic bridges in the country, and has been beautifully converted for pedestrian use.

Mid-Hudson Bridge
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Mid-Hudson Bridge
HSR

US-44 and NY-55 Over Hudson River and Various Streets and Railroads in Poughkeepsie and Highland: Dutchess County, New York and Ulster County, New York, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch,

Length: 4,201 ft. Main Span: 1,495 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Ralph Modjeski and Daniel E. Moran

Designed by famous engineer Ralph Modjeski, this amazingly beautiful bridge is noted for its unique tower design and its location over the scenic Hudson River.

Crescent City Connection Bridge (Original/Eastbound Span)
Greater New Orleans Bridge
HSR

US-90 Business (Eastbound) Over Mississippi River and Various Roads and Railroads in New Orleans: Orleans Parish, Louisiana and Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Cantilever 32 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 13,428 ft. Main Span: 1,575 ft. Roadway: 52 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Modjeski and Masters

Paired with a modern cantilever truss bridge, this enormous historic bridge is noted for its very long main span length, and is an icon for the city.

Huey P. Long Bridge
Huey P. Long Jefferson Parish Bridge
HSR

US-90 and Railroad (New Orleans Public Belt Railroad) Over Mississippi River and Various Roads in Bridge City and Elmwood: Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Cantilever 22 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 22,996 ft. Main Span: 790 ft. Roadway: 84 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1935 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Modjeski and Masters

This massive bridge has been widened with the addition of two truss lines, but remains a significant example of a large scale combined highway and railroad bridge.

Plemons Bridge
HSR

Plemons Road (CR-225) Over Canadian River in Rural: Hutchinson County, Texas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,471 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 30

Built 1926 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas

This extremely long 30 span pony truss is located in a scenic setting and is noted for its length and number of spans.

Junction Bridge
HSR

Loop 481 (Main Street) Over South Llano River in Junction: Kimble County, Texas, United States

Metal Continuous 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,342 ft. Main Span: 189 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: Central Bitulithic Construction Company of Dallas, Texas and Texas Highway Department

This bridge is composed of many spans, divided into several continuous units, with the main spans featuring a slightly curved top chord.

Pont de Grand-Mère (Grand-Mère Bridge)
HSR

QC-153 Over Rivière Saint-Maurice in Grand-Mère (Shawinigan): Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,102 ft. Main Span: 950 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario and Fraser, Brace and Company, Limited and Robinson and Steinman of New York, New York, and Philip Louis Pratley

This suspension bridge has a distinctive appearance due to its low-level crossing of this river, and was noted as the first suspension bridge to use prestresssed rope strand cable.

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Pont de l'Île-d'Orléans (Île d'Orléans Bridge)
Pont de l'Île
HSR

QC-368 Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) (North Channel) in Quebec City (Ville de Québec) and Saint-Pierre-de-l'Île-d'Orléans: Capitale-Nationale, Québec, Canada

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,700 ft. Main Span: 1,059 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1935 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Monsarrat and Pratley of Montréal, Québec (Charles Nicholas Monsarrat and Philip Louis Pratley)

This iconic heritage landmark was the first all-Canadian built long-span suspension bridge, and now the only remaining unaltered, example of a distinctive design of suspension bridge built in Canada.

Pont de Shannon (Shannon Bridge)
Pont Gosford (Gosford Bridge)
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Rivière Jacques-Cartier in Shannon: Capitale-Nationale, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 510 ft. Main Span: 127 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1880 By: Clarke, Reeves and Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania)

Preserved for pedestrian use, this ancient iron bridge is one of the only known truss bridges in Canada with the rare Phoenix columns and the oldest bridge in the region.

Pont Jacques-Cartier (Jacques-Cartier Bridge)
Pont du Havre (Harbor Bridge)
HSR

QC-134 Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) and South Shore Canal (Canal de la Rive Sud) and Various Roads in Montréal and Longueuil: Montréal, Québec and Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Cantilever 40 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Truss Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 8,940 ft. Main Span: 1,096 ft. Roadway: 64 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Monsarrat and Pratley of Montréal, Québec (Charles Nicholas Monsarrat and Philip Louis Pratley) and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This massive, iconic bridge with its rare K-truss cantilever span is one of the most complex and impressive bridges in all of Canada.

Green Road North Channel Bridge
HSR

Green Road Over Nottawa Creek (Nottawassepee River) (North Channel) in Rural: St. Joseph County, Michigan, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is noted for its unusual portal bracing that also includes portal cresting.

Green Road South Channel Bridge
HSR

Green Road Over Nottawa Creek (Nottawassepee River) (South Channel) in Rural: St. Joseph County, Michigan, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned truss bridge is noted for its lack of alteration and its small span length of about 30 feet.

Overton Bridge Approach Span
Baby Bowstring Bridge, Washington County Bridge 120
HSR

Private Walkway Over Pond in Rural: Kosciusko County, Indiana, United States

Metal 2 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 26 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This rare relocated bowstring truss span is the shortest known iron bowstring span in America!

Gordon Lake Bridge 1
Oscar Park Bridge 1
HSR

Gordon Lake Loop Over Gordon Lake in Iowa Park: Wichita County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

One of only a few bowstring bridges in Texas, this is the oldest and most significant of the several relocated historic bridges that grace this park.

Gordon Lake Bridge 2
Oscar Park Bridge 2
HSR

Gordon Lake Loop Over Gordon Lake in Iowa Park: Wichita County, Texas, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This short riveted Warren pony truss is one of several relocated historic bridges that grace this park.

Gordon Lake Bridge 3
Oscar Park Bridge 3
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Gordon Lake Spillway in Iowa Park: Wichita County, Texas, United States

Metal 4 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This short field bolted Warren pony truss is one of several relocated historic bridges that grace this park.

Gordon Lake Bridge 4
Oscar Park Bridge 4
HSR

Gordon Lake Loop Over Gordon Lake Spillway in Iowa Park: Wichita County, Texas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This riveted Warren pony truss is one of several relocated historic bridges that grace this park, and is the longest spanning bridge in the park.

Arrigoni Bridge
Middletown-Portland Bridge
HSR

CT-66 and CT-17 (Main Street) Over Connecticut River and Various Roads and Railroad in Middletown: Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States

Metal Tied Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,428 ft. Main Span: 600 ft. Roadway: 45 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1938 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Robinson and Steinman of New York, New York and William G. Grove

This beautiful arch bridge was designed by a prominent engineering firm and is a landmark for the region.

East Haddam Bridge
HSR

CT-82 Over Connecticut River in East Haddam: Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 885 ft. Main Span: 460 ft. Roadway: 24.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Alfred P. Boller of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Boller, Hodge, and Baird)

This is one of the most visually impressive swing bridges in the country, with its large swing span paired with an impressive fixed through truss span.

Jackson Street Bridge
HSR

Jackson Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Assupink Creek in Trenton: Mercer County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: New Jersey Steel and Iron Company of Trenton, New Jersey

This bridge is noted for being built by an important New Jersey company, and also for its skewed design.

Montgomery Street Bridge
HSR

Montgomery Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Assupink Creek in Trenton: Mercer County, New Jersey, United States

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 32.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1873 By: John. H. Silvers and James D. Field and Robert P. Gallagher

This stone arch bridge is one of the only known bridges in the country to feature cast iron railings.

Dingman's Ferry Bridge
HSR

Bethany and Dingmans Choice Turnpike (CR-560, PA-739) Over Delaware River in Rural: Sussex County, New Jersey and Pike County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 547 ft. Main Span: 182 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This extremely rare Phoenix column Baltimore truss is also unusual because it is a privately owned toll highway bridge.

South Clinton Avenue Bridge
HSR

South Clinton Avenue Over Railroad (Amtrak, Northeast Corridor) and Assunpink Creek in Trenton: Mercer County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 226 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its rare skewed Whipple truss main span, but is also paired with a historic 1869 stone arch span as well.

Goldens Bridge
Bridge L-158
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned New York Central) Over Croton River in Rural: Westchester County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 163 ft. Main Span: 163 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1883 By: Clarke, Reeves and Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania)

This is a rare early example of a Whipple truss with Phoenix columns, and it was moved here in the early 20th century from a bigger bridge in Kingston, New York.

AMVETS Memorial Bridge
HSR

Taconic State Parkway (Northbound) (NY-987G) Over New Croton Reservoir in Rural: Westchester County, New York, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 782 ft. Main Span: 750 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and Howard C. Baird of New York, New York

This is a gorgeous through arch bridge with enormous decorative concrete structures at each end over the abutments.

Gate House Bridge
HSR

Croton Dam Road Over New Croton Reservoir in Rural: Westchester County, New York, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 535 ft. Main Span: 396 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Albert Lucius of New York, New York

This bridge has a large and impressive through truss span complimented by a unique, beautiful arched plate girder span.

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Lakeside Road Bridge
HSR

Lakeside Road Over Muscoot Reservoir in Katonah: Westchester County, New York, United States

Metal Hingeless Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This bridge is a rare example of a small-scale deck arch bridge and is complimented by handsome railing and abutments.

Magnolia Bridge
Harding Drive Bridge, Cabrini Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Harding Drive) Over Bayou St. John in New Orleans: Orleans Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 137 ft. Main Span: 137 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

This is among the oldest surviving highway swing bridges in the country.

Putnam Railroad Bridge
North County Trailway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (North County Trailway Rail-Trail) Over New Croton Reservoir in Rural: Westchester County, New York, United States

Metal 18 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch,

Length: 459 ft. Main Span: 384 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: New York Central Railroad Forces and Olaf Hoff of New York, New York

This former railroad bridge has a spectacular through truss main span and has become a centerpiece of a rail-trail in the area.

Owensboro Bridge
Glover Cary Bridge
HSR

IN-161 (Old US-231) Over Ohio River, 2nd Street, and CR-710 South in Owensboro: Daviess County, Kentucky and Spencer County, Indiana, United States

Metal Cantilever 17 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 4,623 ft. Main Span: 751 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1940 By: Hunter Steel Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Modjeski and Masters

This increasingly rare cantilever truss bridge is noted for its beauty, span configuration, and lack of alteration.

Bear Mountain Bridge
Purple Heart Veterans Memorial Bridge
HSR

US-6, US-202, and Appalachian Trail Over Hudson River and Railroad (CSX) in Rural: Rockland County, New York and Westchester County, New York, United States

Metal Deck Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected ,

Length: 2,257 ft. Main Span: 1,632 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Terry and Tench Construction Company of New York, New York and Howard C. Baird of New York, New York

This is a spectacular suspension bridge located on an extremely scenic location.

Faux Road Bridge
HSR

Faux Road (TR-392) Over Wapwallopen Creek in Rural: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

This is one of a very rare surviving group of Phoenix column pony trusses all in a single county.

Daro Road Bridge
HSR

Daro Road (TR-490) Over Huntington Creek in Rural: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

This is one of a very rare surviving group of Phoenix column pony trusses all in a single county.

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Everetts Road Bridge
HSR

Everetts Road (TR-472) (Everetts Corners Road) Over Huntington Creek in Rural: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

This is one of a very rare surviving group of Phoenix column pony trusses all in a single county.

Ftorkowski Road Bridge
HSR

Ftorkowski Road (TR-482) Over Huntington Creek in Rural: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

This is one of a very rare surviving group of Phoenix column pony trusses all in a single county.

Hubbards Flats Road Bridge
HSR

Hubbards Flats Road (TR-451) Over Huntington Creek in Rural: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

This is one of a very rare surviving group of Phoenix column pony trusses all in a single county.

Russell G. Young Bridge
Young's Crossing Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Huntington Creek in Rural: Columbia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

This is one of a very rare surviving group of Phoenix column pony trusses all in a single county.

Retreat Access Road Bridge
HSR

Retreat Access Road Over Susquehanna River in Rural (Retreat): Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,205 ft. Main Span: 217 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1895 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

Leading only to a prison, this is a rare surviving multi-span example of a lightweight pin-connected Parker through truss.

Oak Harbor Private Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Wolf Creek in Rural: Ottawa County, Ohio, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder,

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge is a rare example of a small-scale bridge with ornamental railing and builder plaque.

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Marshall Street Bridge
HSR

Marshall Street Over Mahoning River and Railroad in Youngstown: Mahoning County, Ohio, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 326 ft. Main Span: 224 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

This was an unusual through truss bridge with a decent span length.

Canoe Camp Bridge
HSR

Park Road (Old CR-75 East) Over Rivir-Mud Lake Connector in Rural: Noble County, Indiana, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

This is the only known surviving example of a patented cantilever bedstead truss bridge in Indiana.

Columbus Scioto River Railroad Bridge Middle
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Scioto River in Columbus: Franklin County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 676 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several impressive multi-span through truss bridges in the downtown Columbus area.

Columbus Scioto River Railroad Bridge South
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Scioto River in Columbus: Franklin County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss,

Length: 590 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several impressive multi-span through truss bridges in the downtown Columbus area.

Columbus Scioto River Railroad Bridge North
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Scioto River in Columbus: Franklin County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 630 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1930 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio

This is one of several impressive multi-span through truss bridges in the downtown Columbus area.

Eden Park Bridge
Cliff Drive Bridge
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Cliff Drive Over Eden Park Drive in Cincinnati: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 117 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Melan Arch Construction Company of New York, New York and Frederick von Emperger of New York, New York

Among the oldest surviving concrete bridges in America, this is the first and oldest concrete bridge in Ohio.

Oxford Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Pedestrian Walkway in Near New Haven: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This rare wrought iron bowstring truss bridge was relocated and restored at the Crosby Township Senior Center.

Laymon Road Bridge
Denver Williams Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Park Lagoon in Wilmington: Clinton County, Ohio, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 7.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1871 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This rare Massillon bowstring truss bridge was relocated and preserved for pedestrian use in a park setting.

Benson Street Bridge
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Benson Street Over Mill Creek in Lockland: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 31 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown and E. A. Gast

This may have been the first rainbow arch bridge ever built in the United States.

Black Street Bridge
HSR

Black Street Over Great Miami River in Hamilton: Butler County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 708 ft. Main Span: 93 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This bridge is a long, multi-span concrete arch bridge noted for its architectural beauty and lack of alteration.

Smith Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Land Depression in Columbus: Franklin County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This wrought iron bowstring truss bridge was relocated to Ohio Village, an open air museum that is part of Ohio History Connection museum.

Worthington Road Bridge
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4-C Bicentennial Bike Trail (Tri-County Greenbelt) Over Lytle Creek in Wilmington: Clinton County, Ohio, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio

This iron bowstring was relocated onto this trail, and represents a unique bridge design built right in Wilmington.

Cornell Place Bridge
St. Helena Heritage Park Bridge
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Cornell Place (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Ohio and Erie Canal in Canal Fulton: Stark County, Ohio, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This rare Massillon bowstring truss bridge crosses the canal and is configured as a footbridge.

Old Cherry Street Bridge
HSR

Nothing Over Ground in Crystal Springs: Stark County, Ohio, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1875 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

Abandoned and deteriorating due to poor storage practice, this bridge is a rare Massillon Bridge Company bowstring with sloped verticals and no diagonals.

Oak Knoll Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Sippo Valley Trail in Massillon: Stark County, Ohio, United States

Metal Howe Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 7.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1859 By: C.M. Russell and Company of Massillon, Ohio and Joseph Davenport

Designed by the man who later formed the Massillon Bridge Company, this is the oldest iron bridge in Ohio, originally a deck truss, and relocated and preserved in 1899.

Wayne County Fairgrounds Bridge
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Wayne County Fairgrounds Path Over Christmas Run in Wooster: Wayne County, Ohio, United States

Metal Howe Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This is the only surviving example of what until 2017 was a unique trio of Joseph Davenport's patented iron Howe truss spans on the Wayne County Fairgrounds.

McConnelsville Bridge
Morgan County Veterans Memorial Bridge
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Riverview Road (CR-203) Over Muskingum River in McConnelsville and Malta: Morgan County, Ohio, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 566 ft. Main Span: 203 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Oregonia Bridge Company of Lebanon, Ohio

This impressive bridge with its ornamental details was designed to resemble the older truss bridge it replaced following its destruction in the 1913 flood.

Sand Island Park Bridge
Township Line Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Monocacy Creek in Bethlehem: Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1867 By: Beckel Iron Foundry and Machine Shop of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

This is an extremely rare cast iron truss bridge that was relocated to serve a trail in this park setting.

Lehigh Gap Bridge
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PA-873 and Appalachian Trail Over Lehigh River, Paint Mill Road, and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Palmerton: Lehigh County, Pennsylvania and Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,024 ft. Main Span: 164 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1930 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is a large deck truss bridge located in a scenic mountain setting.

Ferry Street Bridge
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Ferry Street Over Quinnipiac River in New Haven: New Haven County, Connecticut, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 431 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 43 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This bascule bridge is noteworthy as a product of Depression era relief programs, and also for its unique architectural details.

Mill Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Mill Creek Road Over Mill Creek in Cincinnati: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 311 ft. Main Span: 141 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This is a very late example in Ohio of a medium span riveted through truss.

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Western Hills Viaduct
HSR

Harrison Avenue Over Mill Creek, Spring Grove Avenue, State Avenue, and Railroad in Cincinnati: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Metal Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder,

Length: 3,145 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 48.2 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1932 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and MacDougald Construction Company of Atlanta, Georgia and J. R. Biedinger

This is a massive, long double-deck viaduct including a complex system of ramps and two rare double-deck arch spans.

Queensboro Bridge
59th Street Bridge, Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge, Blackwell's Island Bridge
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59th Street (NY-25) Over East River and Various Roads in New York: Manhattan, New York and Queens, New York, United States

Metal Cantilever 40 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss,

Length: 7,449 ft. Main Span: 1,182 ft. Roadway: 51 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1909 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and Gustav Lindenthal, Leffert L. Buck, and Other Engineers

Breaking American records when built, this is a famous double-deck cantilever through truss noted for its massive design, ornamental details, and unusual cantilever arrangement.

Sandy Lee Watkins Park Bridge
Long Stretch Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Lick Creek Tributary in Rural: Henderson County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 8 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This rare historic bowstring pony truss was relocated into a park setting, creating a beautiful heritage attraction for the park.

Green Mill Farm Bridge
HSR

Green Farm Road (Falls of Rough Church Lane) Over Rough River in Rural: Grayson County, Kentucky and Breckinridge County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 14 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 152 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1877 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This is an outstanding example of a mid-1870s King Bridge Company cast and wrought iron bowstring truss bridge.

Rock Lick Creek Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Alignment of CR-1314 (Earl Moorman Road) Over Rock Lick Creek in Rural: Breckinridge County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 9 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This extremely rare bowstring truss bridge served a road that has been abandoned for a very long time, but it remains open to pedestrian usage on an undeveloped trail.

Waterville Bridge
HSR

Appalachian Trail Over Swatara Creek in Rural: Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 221 ft. Main Span: 221 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This bridge was relocated and preserved for pedestrian use, and is one of only three rare lenticular truss bridges in the country that use a Warren truss configuration.

Willey Road Bridge
HSR

Willey Road (CR-63) Over Paddys Run in Rural: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This classic rainbow arch has had beams added to bear traffic loads, but the original arches remain in place.

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Interurban Bridge
Roche de Boeuf Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Ohio Electric Interurban) Over Maumee River in Waterville: Lucas County, Ohio and Wood County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,220 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 12

Built 1907 By: National Concrete Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and Daniel Luten

This bridge is severely deteriorated having been abandoned for decades, but remains one of the largest and earliest Luten arch bridges in America.

Beatty Park Bridge 2
HSR

Park Road Over Permars Run in Steubenville: Jefferson County, Ohio, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Floto and Swartz

This is one of two small historic stone arch bridges from the 1880s in this historic park.

Kingston - Port Ewen Suspension Bridge
Wurts Street Bridge
HSR

Wurts Street Over Rondout Creek in Kingston and Port Ewen: Ulster County, New York, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 1,063 ft. Main Span: 705 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1921 By: Terry and Tench of New York, New York and Holton D. Robinson, Daniel E. Moran, and William H. Yates

This impressive suspension bridge is the oldest in the Hudson River valley region and is noted for its unusual stiffening truss.

Briscoe Bridge
Yankeetown Road Bridge, Warrick County Bridge 271
HSR

Yankeetown Road (CR-250 West) Over Little Pigeon Creek in Rural: Warrick County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Kingpost Pony Truss,

Length: 206 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This Whipple truss is unique due to its extremely rare Kingpost truss approach spans.

Boner Bridge
Pyeatt's Mill Bridge, Warrick County Bridge 273, Spencer County Bridge 276
HSR

Boner Road Over Little Pigeon Creek in Rural: Warrick County, Indiana and Spencer County, Indiana, United States

Metal 14 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 261 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1869 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This extremely rare multi-span bowstring truss bridge is one of the oldest bridges of its kind and also sits on rare patented cast iron bents.

Straight Street Bridge
HSR

Straight Street Over Passaic River in Paterson: Passaic County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 255 ft. Main Span: 251 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Unknown and Colin R. Wise

This bridge is noted as an early rivet-connected Pennsylvania through truss highway bridge.

Arch Street Bridge
HSR

Arch Street Over Passaic River in Paterson: Passaic County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 184 ft. Main Span: 178 ft. Roadway: 27.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This is an impressive pin-connected through truss bridge with ornamental knee braces.

Avondale Bridge
De Jessa Memorial Bridge
HSR

Kingsland Avenue and Park Avenue Over Passaic River in Nutley and Lyndhurst: Essex County, New Jersey and Bergen County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 364 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: New Jersey Bridge Company of Manasquan, New Jersey

This attractive swing bridge also includes pony truss approach spans.

Court Street Bridge
Harold J. Dillard Memorial Bridge
HSR

Court Street (CR-12, CR-56) Over Hackensack River in Hackensack: Bergen County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 315 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: F. R. Long Company of Hackensack, New Jersey

This classic example of a through truss highway swing bridge has been extensively rehabilitated and preserved.

Dock Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Amtrak) Over Passaic River in Newark and Harrison: Essex County, New Jersey and Hudson County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 520 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown and Waddell and Hardesty of New York, New York

This is a massive pair of railroad vertical lift bridges that sit right beside each other.

Gregory Avenue Bridge
HSR

Gregory Avenue Over Passaic River in Passaic and Wallington: Passaic County, New Jersey and Bergen County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 245 ft. Main Span: 245 ft. Roadway: 28.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This classic highway swing bridge no longer operates for boats but its swing truss remains in good condition.

Bridge Street Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (Harrison Avenue) Over Passaic River in Newark and Harrison: Essex County, New Jersey and Hudson County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 371 ft. Main Span: 243 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This swing bridge is noted for its rare curved top chord and vertical end posts.

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Fair Lawn Avenue Bridge
HSR

Fair Lawn Avenue (CR-76, 5th Avenue) Over Passaic River in Paterson and Fair Lawn: Passaic County, New Jersey and Bergen County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 134 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This attractive two span pin-connected through truss with a slight skew has been sentenced to the dumpster.

Newark Drawbridge
Morristown Line Bridge
HSR

Railroad (New Jersey Transit) Over Passaic River in Newark and Harrison: Essex County, New Jersey and Hudson County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 870 ft. Main Span: 221 ft. Roadway: 30.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a very rare example of a double-deck railroad swing bridge.

William A. Stickel Memorial Bridge
HSR

I-280 Over Passaic River and Passaic Avenue in Newark and Harrison: Essex County, New Jersey and Hudson County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 626 ft. Main Span: 222 ft. Roadway: 74 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: Unknown and Waddell and Hardesty of New York, New York

This massive 1940s vertical lift bridge has some minor architectural embellishments that reflect the period it was built in.

Hackensack River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (New York, Susquehanna, and Western) Over Hackensack River in Hackensack: Bergen County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This is a small, low level deck plate girder swing railroad bridge.

Yancey Road Bridge
HSR

Yancey Road Over Tehuacana Creek Pond in Rural: Frio County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut, William Payson, Agent

This bridge, one of only two lenticular through truss bridges west of the Mississippi River, was relocated and preserved on a private ranch.

Le pont du Bac (The Bac Bridge)
HSR

Route du Bac Over Lac Kénogamichiche in Hébertville: Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Macquet Parabolic Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 183 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Unknown and Gérard Macquet

This bridge, the only Macquet Parabolic truss bridge in Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, has been fully restored for continued vehicular use.

Le pont de l’Aqueduc (Aqueduct Bridge)
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Rivière Saint-Charles in Québec: Capitale-Nationale, Québec, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Unknown

This bridge was originally built to carry water pipes, but today this bridge, resembling a British style tubular girder, carries pedestrian traffic.

Pont du parc Saint-Nicolas (St. Nicolas Park Bridge)
Pont de Saint-Thomas
HSR

Rue Cloutier Over Rivière Bras Saint-Nicolas in Montmagny: Chaudiére-Appalaches, Québec, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Schwedler Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Unknown and Gérard Macquet

Preserved for vehicular use in a park setting, this is one of only a couple known Schwedler truss bridges in all of North America.

Pont Rue Price (Rue Price Bridge)
HSR

Rue Price (Old Alignment) Over Rivière Saguenay (Saguenay River) in Saguenay (Jonquière): Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, United States

Metal Continuous 28 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 507 ft. Main Span: 325 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is a unique continuous through truss with unusual design details that has been bypassed and abandoned.

Pont d'aluminium d'Arvida (Arvida Aluminum Bridge)
HSR

Route du Pont (Route de la Dam Deux) Over Rivière Saguenay in Saguenay (Jonquière): Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, United States

Metal (Aluminum) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 504 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Pic Construction Company and Surveyer Nenniger and Chenevert

This bridge was the first in the world to be built completely of aluminum, and it is also one of the most visually impressive aluminum bridges in the world.

Henderson Crossing Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Rockdale Skate Park Grounds in Rockdale: Milam County, Texas, United States

Metal 4 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: George E. King Bridge Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This pony truss bridge was relocated to a park setting, and is a rare example of a hybrid pin and rivet connected truss documenting the development of truss bridge technology.

Pont Tessier
HSR

Avenue St. Michel Over Rivière Sainte-Anne in Saint-Raymond: Capitale-Nationale, Québec, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Schwedler Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Gérard Macquet

Located in the heart of this attractive small village is one of only two known Schwedler truss bridges in all of North America.

US-190 Colorado River Bridge
HSR

US-190 Over Colorado River in Rural: Lampasas County, Texas and San Saba County, Texas, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,295 ft. Main Span: 240 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1940 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia and Texas Highway Department

This is a classic small scale riveted continuous through truss bridge which also features a fairly long series of approach spans.

US-67 Brazos River Bridge
HSR

US-67 Westbound Over Brazos River in Rural: Somervell County, Texas, United States

Metal Continuous 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,197 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Roadway: 27.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1947 By: Unknown and Texas Highway Department

This is a classic small scale riveted continuous through truss bridge that has been repaired despite damage from truck hits.

Crossman Road Bridge
HSR

Crossman Road Over Oatka Creek in Rural: Wyoming County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 113 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This bridge is noted for its unique portal bracing knees that double as bridge plaques.

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Bennett Beach Bridge
Big Sister Creek Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Big Sister Creek in Angola on the Lake: Erie County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Howe Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Located in a scenic beach setting, this rare riveted Howe truss pedestrian footbridge has partially collapsed due to deteriorating substructure.

Clarksburg Bridge
HSR

Clarksburg Road Over South Branch 18 Mile Creek in Clarksburg: Erie County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This classic Pratt truss is a good representative example a bridge by the Owego Bridge Company.

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Cherry Shoals Bridge
HSR

CR 1450 East (TR 308) Over Little Wabash River in Rural: White County, Illinois, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 192 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: Milwaukee Bridge and Iron Works of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This is an extremely old and very rare example of a pin-connected Baltimore truss, also noted for its unusual design details.

Charenton Canal Bridge
HSR

LA-182 Over Charenton Canal in Baldwin: St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 2,380 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas and Nashville Bridge Company of Nashville, Tennessee and Louisiana Highway Commission

This large and impressive bridge is one of the only remaining examples of a rare K-truss bridge in the state.

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Fairground Street Bridge
HSR

Fairground Street Over Railroad (Kansas City Southern Railroad) in Vicksburg: Warren County, Mississippi, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 512 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1868 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is the oldest and most significant historic bridge in Mississippi, and its future is uncertain.

Georgetown Bridge
HSR

MS-28 Over Pearl River in Rural (Near Georgetown): Copiah County, Mississippi and Simpson County, Mississippi, United States

Metal Continuous 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 555 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1940 By: Nashville Bridge Company of Nashville, Tennessee and E. W. Hable

A rare example of a small-scale continuous through truss bridge in Mississippi, this bridge retains good historic integrity.

Montezuma Bridge
Indiana State Highway Bridge 36-83-3492A
HSR

US-36 Over Wabash River in Montezuma: Parke County, Indiana and Vermillion County, Indiana, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 1,258 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 29.2 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1949 By: Robert H. King of Danville, Indiana and Calumet Paving Company of Zionsville, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

This bridge is one of the longest surviving examples of Indiana's beautiful standard through truss design.

Pont Ferroviaire de Saint Pie (Saint Pie Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Central Maine and Quebec Railway, St-Guillaume Subdivision) Over Rivière Noire in Saint-Pie: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 315 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This rare pin-connected truss bridge appears to be a very old example of a railroad truss bridge in the province.

Pont Saint-Pie (Saint-Pie Bridge)
HSR

Rue Montcalm Over Rivière Noire in Saint-Pie: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 228 ft. Main Span: 221 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1908 By: Phoenix Bridge and Iron Works of Montréal, Québec (Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania)

This modified (subdivided) Double-Intersection Warren through truss bridge has been closed to vehicular traffic, but remains open to pedestrian use.

Pont MacKenzie (MacKenzie Bridge)
HSR

Rue Bridge (Rue Craig) Over Rivière Saint-François in Richmond: Estrie, Québec, Canada

Metal 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 760 ft. Main Span: 370 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1903 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This bridge consists of two large, impressive through truss spans and was built from steel of many different mills.

Running Creek Number 1 Bridge
HSR

Private Access (Abandoned) Over Running Creek Number 1 in Rural: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss has been abandoned and is partially collapsed.

Pont de la rivière des Anglais (English River Bridge)
HSR

Private Drive Over Rivière des Anglais (English River) in Rural: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

With lightweight details and ornamental portal bracing knees, this is an extremely rare example of a pin-connected highway truss in the province.

Pont 3 (Bridge 3)
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Canal de Chambly in Chambly: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Movable: Retractile

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 10.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: L. L. and Company of Montréal, Québec

One of the rarest types of movable bridge, this is the only known retractile bridge in Canada.

Pont 7 (Bridge 7)
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Chemin Sainte-Thérèse Over Canal de Chambly in Rural: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Length: 114 ft. Main Span: 114 ft. Roadway: 16.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bobtail swing bridge is the only through truss on the historic Canal de Chambly.

Pont d'entrée du canal Chambly (Chambly Canal Inlet Bridge)
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Canal de Chambly Towpath (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Canal de Chambly in Rural: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of the smallest through plate girders ever seen, and parallels the Canal de Chambly on a towpath.

Pont 4 (Bridge 4)
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Rue du Pont 4 Over Canal de Chambly in Rural: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Phoenix Bridge and Iron Works of Montréal, Québec (Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania)

This rare hand turned swing bridge is the only such bridge regularly operated on Canal de Chambly.

Pont 9 (Bridge 9)
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Rue de l'Île-Sainte-Marie Over Canal de Chambly in Rural: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Montréal Bridge Works of Montréal, Québec

This bobtail swing bridge has been abandoned in the open position along this historic canal.

Pont 2 (Bridge 2)
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Rue de l'Église Over Canal de Chambly in Chambly: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Arch, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This rivet connected bobtail pony truss swing bridge has been abandoned in the open position.

Pont du Rang de l'Île (Rang de l'Île Bridge)
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Rang de l'Île Over Rivière Nicolet in Nicolet: Centre-du-Québec, Québec, Canada

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 455 ft. Main Span: 240 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Nicolet Construction Company and Louis-Philippe-Herménégilde Bourk (Colonel Bourk)

This impressive bridge is noted for its length including a combination of through truss and pony truss spans.

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Pont Baie Sauvage
Pont de Fer
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QC-263 Over Baie Sauvage (Lac Saint-François) in Rural: Estrie, Québec, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 540 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1916 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This beautiful bridge in a very scenic location has been sentenced to the dumpster despite obvious preservation potential.

Pont Camille-Parenteau (Camille-Parenteau Bridge)
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QC-132 (Rue du Pont) Over Rivière Yamaska in Yamaska and Yamaska-Est: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss,

Length: 990 ft. Main Span: 154 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: MacKinnon Steel Corporation of Sherbrooke, Québec

This is a long multi-span truss bridge that contains a swing span hidden among all the fixed truss spans.

Pont suspendu de Beauharnois (Beauharnois Suspension Bridge)
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QC-132 (Boulevard Edgar-Hébert) Over Canal de Beauharnois in Beauharnois: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Deck Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 580 ft. Main Span: 580 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Unknown

This is a suspension bridge built ca. 1951 next to an enormous hydroelectric power plant.

Hoxie Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Granger Lake (San Gabriel River) Tributary in Rural: Williamson County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 215 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge shows signs of its collapse in a flood and subsequent 1921 repair, and is also noted for its extremely rare vertical member design.

Friendship Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Granger Lake (San Gabriel River) Tributary in Rural: Williamson County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditionally composed Pratt truss bridge has been relocated to this park setting where it functions as an attractive crossing for pedestrians.

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Jonesboro Bridge
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CR-431 Over Leon River in Rural: Hamilton County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

Abandoned, and at risk for collapse, this is a rare wrought iron bowstring that deserves to be preserved.

Bulman Bridge
Pecan Creek Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Pecan Creek in Hamilton: Hamilton County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This highly significant bowstring pony truss bridge has been beautifully preserved on a trail in a park setting.

Pont Gauron (Gauron Bridge)
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Avenue Dollard (Avenue Saint-Pierre) Over Canal de Lachine in Montréal: Montréal, Québec, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion)

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This is one of the few Strauss heel-trunnion bascule bridges surviving in Canada today.

Pont Lafleur (Lafleur Bridge)
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Avenue Dollard (Avenue Saint-Pierre) Over Canal de Lachine in Montréal: Montréal, Québec, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This bridge sits next to an older bascule bridge, and it creates a unique site where two major bascule bridge types can be compared.

Pont Victoria (Victoria Bridge)
Victoria Bridge
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QC-112 and Railroad (Canadian National) Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) and South Shore Canal (Canal de la Rive Sud) in Montréal and Saint-Lambert: Montréal, Québec and Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive)

Length: 6,500 ft. Main Span: 348 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan and Joseph Hobson

This bridge has a long and fascinating history and has evolved over many years to become one of the most unique bridges in Canada.

Pont Charlevoix (Charlevoix Bridge)
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Rue Charlevoix Over Canal de Lachine in Montréal: Montréal, Québec, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 210 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This is one of the most impressive surviving heritage swing bridges on this historic canal.

Pont des Seigneurs (Bridge of Lords)
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Rue des Seigneurs Over Canal de Lachine in Montréal: Montréal, Québec, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This is one of several surviving movable bridges on this heritage canal.

Pont-canal de Lachine (Lachine Canal Bridge)
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Pedestrian Walkway (Former Towpath) Over Canal de Lachine (Slip) in Montréal: Montréal, Québec, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small but highly unusual bridge with vertical end posts and counter diagonals in each panel.

Ohio Street Bridge
Joan Marchand Bridge, Vanderburgh County Bridge 1520
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Ohio Street Over Pigeon Creek in Evansville: Vanderburgh County, Indiana, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 204 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Roadway: 22.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Pittsburgh Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This bridge is a rare surviving example of a 19th century pin-connected truss bridge designed for heavy urban traffic.

Ohio Street Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Pigeon Creek in Evansville: Vanderburgh County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 188 ft. Main Span: 188 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This traditional railroad through truss bridge sits next to a historic highway bridge as well.

Franklin Street Bridge
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Franklin Street Over Pigeon Creek in Evansville: Vanderburgh County, Indiana, United States

Metal Cantilever 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 307 ft. Main Span: 174 ft. Roadway: 66 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: Globe Construction Company of Evansville, Indiana and Rudolph Meisinger and E. L. Erickson

This is a very unusual multi-ribbed small-scale cantilever deck truss

Montopolis Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway (Former US-183 Alignment) Over Colorado River in Austin: Travis County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,221 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1938 By: Vincennes Steel Corporation of Vincennes, Indiana (Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana) and Texas Highway Department

Bypassed and preserved for pedestrian use, this is a very long multi-span example of a standard state design riveted through truss bridge in Texas.

Maxdale Road Bridge
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Maxdale Road Over Lampasas River in Rural: Bell County, Texas, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 361 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company of Leavenworth, Kansas and Hess and Skinner Engineering Company of Dallas, Texas

This impressive pin-connected Parker truss bridge has been closed to vehicular traffic, but recent deck planks show that it appears to be somewhat maintained for pedestrian use.

Port Stanley Bridge
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CR-4 (Bridge Street) Over Kettle Creek in Port Stanley: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule

Length: 220 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This is an excellent, unaltered example of a 1930s bascule bridge in Ontario.

St. Thomas Railway Bridge North
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Kettle Creek in St. Thomas: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 630 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several impressive high level railway bridges in St. Thomas.

Scotch Line Bridge
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Scotch Line Over Talbot Creek in Rural: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional Warren truss bridge that has been abandoned for a very long time. The deck no longer remains on the bridge.

Taylor Road Bridge
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Taylor Road Over South Branch South Nation River in Rural: Stormont Dundas and Glengarry United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual bridge is noted for its lightweight design and has the appearance of a very old rivet-connected truss bridge.

Devries Road Bridge
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Devries Road (Side Road 12) Over South Branch South Nation River in Rural: Stormont Dundas and Glengarry United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional Warren pony truss has been abandoned. A ford is present next to the bridge.

9 Mile Road Bridge
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9 Mile Road Over Black Creek in Rural: Stormont Dundas and Glengarry United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small Warren pony truss bridge retains good historic integrity but has been closed to traffic.

South Branch Road Bridge
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South Branch Road Over South Branch South Nation River in Rural: Stormont Dundas and Glengarry United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This medium span Warren pony truss has been closed to traffic. The bridge retains good historic integrity.

Hibbs Ford Bridge
Putnam County Bridge 152
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Devil Backbone Road Over Deer Creek in Rural: Putnam County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Attica Bridge Company of Attica, Indiana

This small Pratt through truss span is noted for its ornamental portal knee bracing.

Severns Bridge
Patoka County Bridge 398
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Old Petersburg Road, Old IN-65 (Former Alignment) Over Patoka River in Rural: Gibson County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

This riveted Warren highway through truss bridge has been bypassed and preserved for pedestrian use.

Able Mitchell Bridge
Parke County Bridge 28, Bridgeton Iron Bridge
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Mansfield Road (County Route 710 South) Over Big Raccoon Creek in Rural: Parke County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 171 ft. Roadway: 15.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge is a rare example of an unusual design of the Wrought Iron Bridge Company, mostly found only in Indiana.

Dongola Steel Bridge
Pike County Bridge 81
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CR-300 West Over Patoka River (New Channel, Houchins Ditch) in Rural: Pike County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 146 ft. Main Span: 144 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Lawrence J. Utley of Mt. Vernon, Indiana

This bridge was built to cross a new realignment of the Patoka River that had been completed.

Reynolds Road Bridge
Owen County Bridge 135
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CR-550 South (Reynolds Road) Over Beech Creek in Rural: Owen County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Unknown

This bridge is a rare example of a bedstead style pony truss bridge.

Shawneetown Bridge
Earle C. Clements Bridge
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IL-13, KY-556 (Garfield Street) Over Ohio River in Old Shawneetown: Gallatin County, Illinois and Union County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Continuous 24 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,200 ft. Main Span: 825 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1956 By: Allied Structural Steel Company of Chicago, Illinois and Sverdrup and Parcel of St. Louis, Missouri

This is a late but unaltered example of a large-scale truss bridge designed by Sverdrup and Parcel.

Henderson Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Ohio River and Water Street in Henderson: Henderson County, Kentucky and Vanderburgh County, Indiana, United States

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 12,123 ft. Main Span: 675 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1932 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This railroad bridge is noted for its long

Pont Honoré-Mercier (Honoré-Mercier Bridge)
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QC-138 Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) and South Shore Canal (Canal de la Rive Sud) in Montréal and Kahnawake: Montréal, Québec and Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Continuous (Arch and Suspended Deck) Rivet-Connected Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 6,343 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1934 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This is a unique pair of bridges with a variety of construction dates associated with the various parts of the bridges.

Pont Lachapelle (Lachapelle Bridge)
Pont de Cartierville (Cartierville Bridge)
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QC-117 (Boulevard Curé-Labelle) (Northbound) Over Rivière des Prairies in Montréal and Laval: Montréal, Québec and Laval, Québec, Canada

Metal Continuous 26 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 861 ft. Main Span: 415 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

Located at the site of the oldest bridge in the city, this rare continuous through truss has been paired with a modern through arch bridge.

Pont Ferroviaire Saint-Laurent (St. Lawrence Railway Bridge)
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) in Montréal and Kahnawake: Montréal, Québec and Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,660 ft. Main Span: 409 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1913 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This impressive through truss bridge sits on the location of an earlier famous continuous truss bridge from 1887.

Pont ferroviaire du Canal de la Rive Sud (South Shore Canal Railway Bridge)
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over South Shore Canal (Canal de la Rive Sud) in Kahnawake: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder,

Length: 595 ft. Main Span: 330 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown

This bridge is configured as a pair of vertical lift superstructures which were built to accommodate the construction of the St. Lawrence Seaway at the same time.

Archibald Falls Bridge
Crawford County Bridge 44
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Archibald Falls Road Over Little Blue River in Rural: Crawford County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 169 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1892 By: Brackett Bridge Company of Cincinnati, Ohio and Lafayette Bridge Company of Lafayette, Indiana

This bridge is noted for having two spans, each built by a different bridge company.

Alton Bridge
Crawford County Bridge 45
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CR-1 (Alton-Fredonia Road, High Street) Over Little Blue River in Alton: Crawford County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss,

Length: 420 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Lafayette Bridge Company of Lafayette, Indiana

This impressive bridge is noted for its length, and combination of through and pony truss spans.

Washington Road Bridge
Knox County Bridge 45, Wheatland Bridge
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Washington Road Over White River in Rural: Knox County, Indiana and Daviess County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 570 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1903 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

This pin connected truss bridge is noted for its relatively long three span configuration.

Krotz Springs Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Atchafalaya River in Krotz Springs: Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana and St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Cantilever 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 770 ft. Main Span: 305 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Union Bridge and Construction Company of Kansas City, Missouri

This swing bridge had its approach redesigned with a noteworthy, and highly unusual cantilever span in 1938-1940.

Sunshine Bridge
Donaldsonville Bridge
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LA-70 Over Mississippi River, LA-18, and LA-44 in Rural: St. James Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 20 Panel Bolt-Connected Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 9,102 ft. Main Span: 825 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1964 By: Morrison Knudsen of Boise, Idaho and American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Palmer and Baker Engineers of New Orleans, Louisiana

Although a late example of a cantilever truss bridge, this bridge is noted for its long approaches and its five main span configuration.

Huey P. Long Baton Rouge Bridge
Old Mississippi River Bridge, Airline Highway Bridge
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US-190 (Airline Highway) Over Mississippi River and Various Roads and Railroads in Baton Rouge: East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana and West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 24 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 5,879 ft. Main Span: 748 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1940 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Louisiana Highway Commission and Norman E. Lant, and Harrington and Cortelyou

This enormous combined highway and railroad cantilever truss bridge has an elaborate ramp system for both the railroad deck and the two cantilevered highway decks as well.

Gulfgate Bridge
Martin Luther King Bridge
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TX-82 (Martin Luther King Junior Drive) Over Sabine-Neches Waterway (Gulf Intracoastal Waterway) in Port Arthur: Jefferson County, Texas, United States

Metal Cantilever (Arched) 20 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 5,032 ft. Main Span: 664 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1970 By: Coastal Construction Company of Houston, Texas

An extremely late example of an arched cantilever through truss, this bridge still retains the pleasing curved shape of earlier examples.

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Calcasieu River Bridge
Lake Charles Bridge, Westlake Bridge, Louisiana Memorial World War II Bridge
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I-10, US-90 Over Calcasieu River in Lake Charles and Westlake: Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Cantilever (Arched) 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 6,607 ft. Main Span: 420 ft. Roadway: 52.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1952 By: Virginia Bridge Company of Roanoke, Virginia and Louisiana Highway Commission and Norman E. Lant

This bridge is noted for its uncommon arched truss design, as well as its unique railings that feature guns on them.

Paris Road Bridge
Gulf Outlet Canal Bridge, Green Bridge
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LA-47 (Paris Road) Over Mississippi River Gulf Outlet Canal (Gulf Intracoastal Waterway) in New Orleans: Orleans Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Cantilever (Arch and Suspended Deck) Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 6,622 ft. Main Span: 702 ft. Roadway: 58 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1967 By: Foster and Creighton Company of Nashville, Tennessee and American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Hardesty and Hanover of New York, New York and Barnard and Burk of Baton Rouge, Louisiana

This unusual bridge is configured as a cantilever truss bridge with a tied arch for its suspended span.

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Sagamore Bridge
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US-6 and MA-3 Over Cape Cod Canal and Sandwich Road in Sagamore: Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Continuous (Arch and Suspended Deck) 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,408 ft. Main Span: 616 ft. Roadway: 39.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1935 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Fay, Spofford, and Thorndike of Boston, Massachusetts

This is one of two similar bridges of very beautiful design over this canal.

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Bourne Bridge
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MA-28 Over Cape Cod Canal and Sandwich Road in Bourne: Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Continuous (Arch and Suspended Deck) 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,384 ft. Main Span: 616 ft. Roadway: 39.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1935 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Fay, Spofford, and Thorndike of Boston, Massachusetts

This is one of two similar bridges of very beautiful design over this canal.

Cape Cod Canal Railroad Bridge
Buzzards Bay Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Mass Coastal Railroad) Over Cape Cod Canal in Buzzards Bay: Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 806 ft. Main Span: 544 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and Parsons, Klapp, Brinckerhoff and Douglas of New York City, New York

This enormous vertical lift bridge had the longest lift span in the world for many years and is also noted for its ornamental detailing.

Natchez-Vidalia Bridge
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US-84 and US-425 (Westbound) (John R. Junkin Drive) Over Mississippi River in Natchez and Vidalia: Adams County, Mississippi and Concordia Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Cantilever 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 4,205 ft. Main Span: 875 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1940 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Dravo Contracting Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Ash, Howard, Needles, and Tammen of New York, New York

This bridge, today paired with a modern cantilever truss, is a very early example of a truss bridge with no v-lacing or lattice on its members.

Krotz Springs Bridge
Frank and Sal Diesi Bridge
HSR

US-190 (Westbound) Over Atchafalaya River in Krotz Springs: Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana and St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Continuous Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,403 ft. Main Span: 780 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1973 By: J. H. Beasley Company of Dallas, Texas

This post-1970 bridge of modern design details is of limited historic significance, but offers a look at the evolution of bridge design, and is at the site of a former K-truss bridge.

Simmesport Bridge
HSR

LA-1 Over Atchafalaya River in Simmesport: Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana and Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Continuous Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,957 ft. Main Span: 720 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1971 By: Vincennes Steel Corporation of Vincennes, Indiana (Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana) and J. H. Beasley Company of Dallas, Texas and Modjeski and Masters

This bridge was likely among the last bridges built in the United States using rivets in its steel.

Horace Wilkinson Bridge
New Bridge
HSR

I-10 Over Mississippi River and Various Roads and Railroads in Baton Rouge: East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana and West Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Cantilever 28 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Cantilever 12 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 4,550 ft. Main Span: 1,235 ft. Roadway: 81.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1968 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Modjeski and Masters

This late example of a cantilever truss bridge is noted for its span length and significant roadway width.

Mount Hope Bridge
HSR

RI-114 Over Mount Hope Bay in Bristol: Newport County, Rhode Island and Bristol County, Rhode Island, United States

Metal Deck Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 4,858 ft. Main Span: 1,200 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Robinson and Steinman of New York, New York and William G. Grove

This is one of the most beautiful bridges in New England, designed by famous engineer David Steinman.

Arkwright Bridge
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Hill Street Over North Branch Pawtuxet River in Coventry: Kent County, Rhode Island and Providence County, Rhode Island, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 133 ft. Main Span: 127 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

This abandoned bridge is the only Phoenix column bridge in Rhode Island, and it retains good historic integrity.

Wickford Cove Bridge
Clarence L. Hussey Memorial Bridge, Hamilton Avenue Bridge
HSR

US-1A (Boston Neck Road) Over Wickford Cove in North Kingston: Washington County, Rhode Island, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: L. E. McLaughlin of New London, Connecticut and Rhode Island State Board of Public Roads and Clarence Loring Hussey

The only rainbow arch bridge in the state, this bridge is unique because it has exposed steel hangers and diagonal bracing.

Pont Walker (Walker Bridge)
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Rue Lorne Over Rivière Châteauguay in Huntingdon: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 146 ft. Main Span: 146 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Phoenix Bridge and Iron Works of Montréal, Québec (Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania)

This is a noteworthy example of a Baltimore highway truss bridge, and it has been rehabilitated for continued vehicular use.

Calhoun Street Bridge
Calhoun Street Toll-Supported Bridge
HSR

Calhoun Street and Trenton Avenue (Historic Lincoln Highway) Over Delaware River in Trenton and Morrisville: Mercer County, New Jersey and Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,277 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1884 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This is the second longest surviving Phoenix column truss bridge, and it has been preserved for continued vehicular use.

Lower Trenton Bridge
Trenton Makes The World Takes Bridge (Lower Trenton Toll-Supported Bridge)
HSR

Bridge Street (Historic Lincoln Highway) Over Delaware River in Trenton and Morrisville: Mercer County, New Jersey and Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,021 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1928 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge sits on an ancient 1806 stone substructure and is noted for its rare design consisting of three truss lines, and is also noted for its Trenton Makes sign.

Morrisville-Trenton Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Amtrak Northeast Corridor) (Former Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Delaware River in Trenton and Morrisville: Mercer County, New Jersey and Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,420 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Main Spans: 18

Built 1902 By: Charles A Sims and Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and William H. Brown

This is one of the great stone arch bridges built by the Pennsylvania Railroad, noted for its length and number of spans.

Atwells Avenue Bridge
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Atwells Avenue Over Woonasquatucket River in Providence: Providence County, Rhode Island, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1875 By: Delaware Bridge Company of New York, New York

Although it no longer bears live loads, this unique truss bridge is the oldest iron bridge in the state and one of the oldest rivet connected truss bridges in North America.

Interlaken Mill Bridge
HSR

Mill Access Road Over Pawtuxet River in Coventry: Kent County, Rhode Island, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 18.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This long-abandoned bridge is one of only two lenticular truss bridges in the state.

Newport Bridge
Claiborne Pell Bridge
HSR

RI-138 Over East Passage Narragansett Bay in Newport: Newport County, Rhode Island, United States

Metal Deck Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 11,248 ft. Main Span: 1,600 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1969 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Parsons, Brinckerhoff, Quade and Douglas of New York City, New York

This is the younger of two impressive suspension bridges in this area.

Church Street Bridge
HSR

Church Street Over Railroad (Providence and Worcester Railroad) in Cumberland: Providence County, Rhode Island, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 107 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

This is one of the oldest rivet-connected truss bridges in the country, and was built by a company that specialized in rivet-connected truss bridges.

Point Street Bridge
HSR

Point Street Over Providence River in Providence: Providence County, Rhode Island, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 528 ft. Main Span: 284 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts and Frank S. Nolan (City of Providence)

Although it no longer opens for boats, this bridge remains an excellent example of a 1920s highway swing bridge.

Shea Bridge
Stillwater Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Mill Race in Cumberland: Providence County, Rhode Island, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

One of the smallest lenticular truss bridges in the country, this is one of only two such bridges in the state.

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Crook Point Bascule Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Providence and Worcester Railroad) Over Seekonk River in Pawtucket: Providence County, Rhode Island, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Length: 830 ft. Main Span: 134 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

Abandoned in the raised position, this is one of the oldest surviving Scherzer rolling lift bascule bridges in the country.

Division Street Bridge
HSR

Division Street (Grace Street) Over Seekonk River and Taft Street in Pawtucket: Providence County, Rhode Island, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 447 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1877 By: Horace Foster of Pawtucket, Rhode Island and Cushing and Company of Providence, Rhode Island

This multi-span high-level stone arch viaduct with a brick barrel is the most impressive stone arch bridge in the state.

Broad Street Bridge
Sri Chinmoy Peace Bridge
HSR

Broad Street (RI-114) Over Blackstone River in Cumberland and Central Falls: Providence County, Rhode Island, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 215 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1915 By: Unknown and Howard F. Esten and Frank H. Black

This is an attractive and good example of a concrete arch bridge that has been faced in stone to make it look like a stone arch bridge.

Exchange Street Bridge
Morris Nathanson Bridge
HSR

Exchange Street (RI-15 and RI-114) Over Blackstone River in Pawtucket: Providence County, Rhode Island, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 210 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is a good example of a stone faced concrete arch bridge.

Roosevelt Avenue Bridge
HSR

Roosevelt Avenue Over Blackstone River in Pawtucket and Central Falls: Providence County, Rhode Island, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 189 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1910 By: Unknown and Joseph R. Worcester and Company of Boston, Massachusetts

This attractive concrete arch bridge is noted for its stone facing.

Hope Bridge
HSR

RI-116 (Main Street) Over Pawtuxet River in Scituate: Providence County, Rhode Island, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: A. I. Savin of Hartford, Connecticut and Rhode Island State Board of Public Roads

Although buried behind vegetation, this skewed bridge is a good example of a state designed concrete arch bridge.

12 Mile Creek Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over 12 Mile Creek in St. Catharines: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 431 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

This traditionally composed deck plate girder is one of a number of heritage bridges on this railway in the region.

Armstrong Bridge
Ontario Street Bridge
HSR

Ontario Street (Highway 520) Over Magnetawan River, Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National), and Syples Street in Burks Falls: Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1938 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This is an unusual high level viaduct type bridge noted for its multiple pony truss spans.

Larose Bridge
HSR

Kerr Lake Road Over Railroad (Ontario Northland Railway) in Township of Coleman and Town of Cobalt: Timiskaming District, Ontario, Canada

Wood Lattice Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This truly unique bridge is noted for its extremely rare main span, a timber lattice deck truss.

Mystic River Bascule Bridge
HSR

US-1 (Main Street) Over Mystic River in Mystic: New London County, Connecticut, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Brown) and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 220 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 33 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and J. E. Fitzgerald Company of New London, Connecticut and Waddell and Son of Kansas City, Missouri and Thomas Ellis Brown

A beautiful centerpiece attraction for the area, this beautifully preserved bridge is one of the only Brown bascule bridges in the country.

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Outlook Railway Bridge
Skytrail Pedestrian Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) (Former Canadian Pacific) Over South Saskatchewan River in Outlook: Division 11 (Saskatoon), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,004 ft. Main Span: 242 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1887 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and C. Schaler Smith

At severe risk for collapse due to a failing substructure, this bridge's trusses, salvaged from the famous Lachine Bridge in Montréal, are the longest Whipple truss in Canada.

Scotsguard Bridge
HSR

SK-13 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Notukeu Creek and Railroad (Canadian National) in Bone Creek No. 108: Division 4 (Maple Creek), Saskatchewan, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 290 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is a very impressive and rare multi-span concrete bowstring arch bridge.

Outlook Bridge
Big Orange Bridge
HSR

SK-15 (Abandoned Alignment) Over South Saskatchewan River in Outlook: Division 11 (Saskatoon), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,154 ft. Main Span: 219 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1936 By: Bird, Woodall and Simpson, of Regina, Saskatchewan

This impressive multi-span through truss bridge was bypassed and left in place.

Canmore Engine Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Spur Line Rail-Trail) Over Bow River in Canmore: Bighorn District, Alberta, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 320 ft. Main Span: 205 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: T. B. Company

Located in a breathtaking setting is this rare 1880 Whipple truss that was moved, refurbished, and erected here in the 1890s.

Lethbridge Viaduct
High Level Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Oldman River in Lethbridge: Lethbridge County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 5,327 ft. Main Span: 167 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This enormous bridge is noted as the longest and highest bridge of its kind, and is truly the king of the tower and girder type railway bridges.

Big Valley Bridge
Mackenzie Crossing Bridge
HSR

AB-590 Over Red Deer River in Rural: Red Deer County, Alberta and Stettler County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 500 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This is an impressive two span Parker through truss.

Calabogie Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Kingston and Pembroke Rail Trail) (Former Canadian Pacific Kingston Subdivision) Over North Branch Madawaska River in Calabogie: Renfrew County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This is a rare 19th century rivet-connected Double-Warren deck truss bridge.

Chief William Commanda Bridge
Prince of Wales Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian Pacific) Over Ottawa River (Rivière des Outaouais) in Ottawa and Gatineau: Ottawa City, Ontario and Outaouais, Québec, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,153 ft. Main Span: 259 ft. Main Spans: 13

Built 1926 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This large bridge is actually two bridges that cross the river via an island.

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Clyde Forks Bridge
HSR

Clyde Forks Road Over Clyde River in Clyde Forks (Lanark Highlands): Lanark County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 107 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a riveted pony truss bridge noted for its span length.

12 Foot Davis Park Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Heart River in Peace River: Northern Sunrise County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This relatively simple Pratt truss displays bolts on its field connections and rivets on the shop fastened members.

Peace River Bridge
HSR

AB-2 Over Peace River in Peace River: Northern Sunrise County, Alberta, Canada

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,840 ft. Main Span: 410 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1968 By: Unknown

This is a large, but fairly late example of a steel tied arch bridge.

Peace River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Peace River in Peace River: Northern Sunrise County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Modified Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,840 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Unknown

This impressive bridge features a single through truss span and a series of deck truss Warren truss spans with an uncommon X pattern of diagonals in the center panel.

Heart River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Heart River in Peace River: Northern Sunrise County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 660 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown

This high level bridge consists of a deck truss span and plate girder spans.

AB-56 Bridge
HSR

AB-56 Over Battle River in Rural: Camrose County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This is a relatively late example of a pony truss bridge, and it features member design details typical of the mid 20th century.

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Athabasca Bridge
HSR

AB-813 Over Athabasca River in Athabasca: Athabasca County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss,

Length: 908 ft. Main Span: 205 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1952 By: Unknown

This bridge has three Polygonal Warren through truss spans and two pony truss approach spans.

11 Bridges of Wayne Bridge 1
HSR

AB-10X Over Rosebud River in Rosedale: Drumheller Town, Alberta, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 204 ft. Main Span: 204 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Unknown

This is one of a unique and rare group of 11 historic bridges located on a relatively short stretch of road.

11 Bridges of Wayne Bridge 2
HSR

AB-10X Over Rosebud River in Drumheller: Drumheller Town, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This is one of a unique and rare group of 11 historic bridges located on a relatively short stretch of road.

11 Bridges of Wayne Bridge 3
HSR

AB-10X Over Rosebud River in Drumheller: Drumheller Town, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is one of a unique and rare group of 11 historic bridges located on a relatively short stretch of road.

11 Bridges of Wayne Bridge 4
HSR

AB-10X Over Rosebud River in Drumheller: Drumheller Town, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 164 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This is one of a unique and rare group of 11 historic bridges located on a relatively short stretch of road.

11 Bridges of Wayne Bridge 5
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AB-10X Over Rosebud River in Drumheller: Drumheller Town, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is one of a unique and rare group of 11 historic bridges located on a relatively short stretch of road.

11 Bridges of Wayne Bridge 6
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AB-10X Over Rosebud River in Drumheller: Drumheller Town, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This is one of a unique and rare group of 11 historic bridges located on a relatively short stretch of road.

11 Bridges of Wayne Bridge 7
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AB-10X Over Rosebud River in Drumheller: Drumheller Town, Alberta, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is one of a unique and rare group of 11 historic bridges located on a relatively short stretch of road.

11 Bridges of Wayne Bridge 8
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AB-10X Over Rosebud River in Drumheller: Drumheller Town, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This is one of a unique and rare group of 11 historic bridges located on a relatively short stretch of road.

11 Bridges of Wayne Bridge 9
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AB-10X Over Rosebud River in Drumheller: Drumheller Town, Alberta, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of a unique and rare group of 11 historic bridges located on a relatively short stretch of road.

11 Bridges of Wayne Bridge 10
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AB-10X Over Rosebud River in Drumheller: Drumheller Town, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This is one of a unique and rare group of 11 historic bridges located on a relatively short stretch of road.

11 Bridges of Wayne Bridge 11
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AB-10X Over Rosebud River in Drumheller: Drumheller Town, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This is one of a unique and rare group of 11 historic bridges located on a relatively short stretch of road.

Dorothy Ferry Bridge
HSR

AB-848 Over Red River in Dorothy: Special Area 2, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 530 ft. Main Span: 195 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1908 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This bridge is noted for having both a Pratt and Parker truss spans in a single bridge.

Chicago Bridge
HSR

AB-547 Over Bow River in Rural: Wheatland County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Bailey Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 670 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1949 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This multi-span Parker truss was repaired with the addition of a Bailey truss following flood damage.

AB-842 Bridge
HSR

AB-842 Over Bow River in Rural: Wheatland County, Alberta, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss,

Length: 475 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This through truss bridge is flanked by single pony truss approach spans.

Snaring Road Bridge
HSR

Snaring Road Over Snaring River in Rural: Jasper, Alberta, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This multi-span pony truss bridge is located in a breathtaking mountain setting.

Old Point Fort Bridge
HSR

Old Point Fort Road Over Athabasca River in Rural: Jasper, Alberta, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed example of a riveted Pratt through truss bridge.

Snaring River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Snaring River in Rural: Jasper, Alberta, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 460 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This railroad bridge sits in the shadows of massive mountains.

H. J. Moberly Bridge
HSR

Maligne Lake Road Over Athabasca River in Rural: Jasper, Alberta, Canada

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 220 ft. Main Span: 200 ft.

Built 1940 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This graceful Parker truss span is located in a scenic mountain setting.

Dunvegan Bridge
HSR

AB-2 Over Peace River in Dunvegan: Fairview District, Alberta, Canada

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 2,375 ft. Main Span: 905 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1960 By: and V. E. McCune

This is a late but beautiful example of a medium size suspension bridge.

MacKenzie Bridge
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AB-811 Over Oldman River in Fort Macleod: Willow Creek District, Alberta, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 570 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This is a nice looking three span Parker through truss bridge.

Fort Assiniboine Bridge
HSR

AB-33 Over Athabasca River in Fort Assiniboine: Barrhead County, Alberta and Woodlands County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 800 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This traditional through truss bridge is noted for its multi-span configuration.

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Walterdale Bridge
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105th Street Over North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 703 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1914 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

Despite its beautiful and heritage value, this beautiful multi-span through truss was demolished and replaced.

Borden Bridge
Ceepee Bridge
HSR

SK-16 (Abandoned Alignment) Over North Saskatchewan River in Rural: Division 16 (North Battleford), Saskatchewan, Canada

Concrete Tied Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 845 ft. Main Span: 214 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: R. J. Arrand Construction Company of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and Chalmers Jack Mackenzie and Beverley A. Evans

Bypassed and left in place, this is a massive and stunning example of a concrete bowstring arch bridge.

Moose Jaw River Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Moose Jaw River in Rural: Division 7 (Moose Jaw), Saskatchewan, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: John Kenward, of Regina, Saskatchewan

This attractive two span concrete bowstring arch bridge today serves a driveway.

Sherwood Forest Bridge
Hungry Hollow Bridge
HSR

Range Road 2212 Over Wascana Creek in Rural: Division 6 (Regina), Saskatchewan, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Parsons and Kenward of Regina, Saskatchewan

This is one of the only surviving examples of an earth-filled concrete arch bridge in the province.

Qu'Appelle River Bridge
HSR

Unnamed Road Over Qu'Appelle River in Indian Head No. 156: Division 6 (Regina), Saskatchewan, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 168 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This attractive concrete bowstring arch bridge is located on a very rural road.

Long Lake Creek Bridge
HSR

Russell Hill Road (SK-729) Over Long Lake Creek in Craven: Division 6 (Regina), Saskatchewan, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is a small but rare surviving example of a concrete bowstring arch bridge.

Swift Current Creek Railway Bridge
HSR

Unnamed Road Over Swift Current Creek in Rural: Division 7 (Moose Jaw), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Although it carries local highway traffic today, this bridge is a former railway bridge.

SK-37 Swift Current Creek Bridge
HSR

SK-37 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Swift Current Creek in Rural: Division 4 (Maple Creek), Saskatchewan, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This two span concrete bowstring arch has been bypassed and abandoned.

11 Avenue Southwest Bridge
HSR

11 Avenue Southwest Over Swift Current Creek in Rural: Division 8 (Swift Current), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed Parker through truss span that retains good historic integrity.

River Avenue Bridge
HSR

River Avenue Over Bow River in Cochrane: Rocky View County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 715 ft. Main Span: 235 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This is an uncommon example of a Pennsylvania through truss bridge.

Headsville Bridge
HSR

Beaver Run Road (CR-16) Over Patterson Creek in Rural: Mineral County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 161 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Bypassed and left in place, this is an outstanding, and unaltered example of the typical designs of the Wrought Iron Bridge Company in the 1890s.

Empress Bridge
HSR

AB-41 Over South Saskatchewan River in Empress: Special Area 2, Alberta and Cypress County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,010 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1961 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its unusual tapered endposts.

Driftpile River Bridge
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Old AB-2 Over Driftpile River in Rural: Big Lakes County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Calgary, Alberta)

Still open to local traffic, this through truss bridge sits next to the newer bridge that serves current highway traffic.

Finlay Bridge
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2 Avenue Northeast (6 Avenue Southeast) Over South Saskatchewan River, River Road, and Parkview Drive in Medicine Hat: Cypress County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 900 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1908 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario and John Chambers

This beautiful bridge is noted for its number of spans.

Bindloss Bridge
HSR

Range Road 30A Over Red Deer River in Rural: Special Area 2, Alberta and Acadia District, Alberta, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 600 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This multi-span truss bridge is located in a very rural location.

Dawson Bridge
East End Bridge
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Rowland Road Over North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 776 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This large bridge is noted for its length and for having three different truss types.

AB-520 Willow Creek Bridge
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AB-520 Over Willow Creek in Rural: Willow Creek District, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 195 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed example of a Parker truss bridge.

AB-875 Bridge
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AB-875 Over Bow River in Rural: Taber District, Alberta and Newell County, Alberta, Canada

14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 700 ft. Main Span: 305 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This three span truss bridge has one larger central span with a smaller span at each end.

TR-332 Bridge
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TR-332 Over Little Red Deer River in Rural: Mountain View County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This single span Pratt truss bridge is a typical example of its kind.

TR-723 Bridge
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TR-723 Over Swan River in Rural: Big Lakes County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This bridge is noted for its combination of pony truss spans and a through truss span.

Range Road 210B Bridge
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Range Road 210B Over Redwater River in Rural: Sturgeon County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This is a traditional Pratt truss bridge in a rural setting.

Banff-Windermere Highway Bridge
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Banff-Windermere Highway Over Bow River in Rural: Banff, Alberta, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This bridge is noted as a product of the Hamilton Bridge Company, a company that was much more prolific in other provinces like Ontario.

Bow River West Channel Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Spur Line Rail-Trail) (Former Canadian Pacific) Over Bow River (West Channel) in Canmore: Bighorn District, Alberta, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Unknown

This is a heavy duty 1890s railroad pony truss bridge.

Whitecourt Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over McLeod River in Whitecourt: Woodlands County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 640 ft. Main Span: 173 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This extremely unusual railroad bridge contains two spans that are the salvaged arms of a former swing bridge.

Markerville Bridge
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Main Avenue (TR-364B) Over Medicine River in Markerville: Red Deer County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 185 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This truss bridge is noted for its heavy skew.

Forestry Trunk Road Bridge
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AB-734, AB-40 (Forestry Trunk Road) Over North Saskatchewan River in Rural: Clearwater County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This is a graceful two span truss bridge in a scenic rural location.

AB-897 Bridge
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AB-897 Over North Saskatchewan River in Rural: Vermilion River County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,000 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1957 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This is a large, multi-span example of a mid-20th century through truss bridge.

Jenner Bridge
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AB-884 Over Red Deer River in Rural: Special Area 2, Alberta and Special Area 3, Alberta, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 660 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1950 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This three span bridge features a center span that is slightly larger than the end spans.

Range Road 40 Bridge
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Range Road 40 (Range Road 35A) Over Little Red Deer River in Rural: Mountain View County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Calgary, Alberta)

This bridge is notable as a product of the Calgary plant of the Dominion Bridge Company.

X
Morrin Bridge
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AB-27 Over Red Deer River in Rural: Kneehill County, Alberta and Starland County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 590 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1959 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Calgary, Alberta)

This mid 20th century truss bridge was demolished and replaced with an ugly slab of concrete.

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Blue Bridge
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AB-40 Over Smoky River in Grande Cache: Greenview District, Alberta, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 390 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Unknown

This truss bridge was replaced with an ugly slab of concrete and sent to the dumpster.

AB-886 Bridge
HSR

AB-886 Over Red River in Rural: Special Area 2, Alberta and Special Area 3, Alberta, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 860 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1931 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This is an noteworthy four span through truss bridge.

MacDonald Avenue Bridge
12th Avenue Bridge
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12th Avenue (MacDonald Avenue) Over Elbow River in Calgary: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Algoma Steel Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba

This bridge is noted for its age and as an uncommon surviving bridge by Algoma Steel Bridge Company.

Shandro Bridge
HSR

AB-857 Over North Saskatchewan River in Rural: Two Hills County, Alberta and Smoky Lake County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,000 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1962 By: Unknown

This is a large, uncommon example of a deck truss bridge in Alberta.

Old Ronalane Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Road Over Bow River in Rural: Cypress County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 882 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

This bridge was designed to support a siphon carrying water as well as a highway.

Low Level Bridge
Edmonton Bridge
HSR

Connors Road Over North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 699 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1900 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This bridge is actually two bridges side by side, one dating to 1900 and the other dating to 1949.

High Level Bridge
HSR

109 Street and Railroad (Streetcar) Over North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,550 ft. Main Span: 289 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1913 By: John B. Gunn and Sons and Phillips B. Motley

This large bridge is an extremely rare example of a combined highway and railway double-deck bridge.

Reconciliation Bridge
Langevin Bridge
HSR

4th Street Over Bow River in Calgary: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 383 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is an attractive two span truss bridge in good condition in Calgary.

Medicine Hat Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over South Saskatchewan River in Medicine Hat: Cypress County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 977 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This bridge consists of a combination of truss spans and plate girder spans.

AB-3A Bridge
HSR

AB-3A Over Crowsnest River in Rural: Pincher Creek District, Alberta, Canada

Concrete (Stone Faced) Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This is a late but rare and attractive example of a concrete arch bridge.

Crowsnest River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Crowsnest River in Rural: Pincher Creek District, Alberta, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional riveted railway through truss bridge.

Louise Bridge
Hillhurst Bridge
HSR

10th Street Over Bow River in Calgary: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 564 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 52.5 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1921 By: Fegles Construction Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota and Simpson Roberts Wappel

This bridge is a five span reinforced concrete closed-spandrel arch.

Fabyan Trestle Bridge
Battle River Railway Trestle
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Battle River in Rural: Wainwright District, Alberta, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,775 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown

For a single year, this was the longest steel trestle in Canada, and it remains a large and impressive structure.

Centre Street Bridge
HSR

Centre Street Over Bow River in Calgary: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,300 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1916 By: James Patterson and John F. Greene

This is a beautiful concrete deck arch bridge that has a lot of architectural embellishment.

John Hextall Bridge
Shouldice Bridge
HSR

Bow River Pathway (Former Bowness Road) Over Bow River in Calgary: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 395 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1910 By: Algoma Steel Bridge Company of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario (Algoma Steel Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This early surviving truss bridge in Alberta is also notable as an uncommon surviving bridge built by the Algoma Steel Bridge Company.

Sheep Creek Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Sheep Creek in Rural: Greenview District, Alberta, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional example of a railroad through truss bridge.

Western Irrigation District Canal Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Western Irrigation District Canal in Rural: Rocky View County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional railroad through truss bridge has a skew.

Red Deer River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) (Former Canadian Pacific) Over Red Deer River in Red Deer: Red Deer County, Alberta, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 530 ft. Main Span: 178 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1908 By: Unknown

This heavy duty railway bridge has found new life as a feature attraction on a rail-trail.

Red Deer River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Northern) Over Red Deer River in Drumheller: Drumheller Town, Alberta, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 560 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its multi-span, skewed arrangement.

Old East Coulee Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian Pacific) Over Red River in East Coulee: Drumheller Town, Alberta, Canada

Wood 12 Panel Howe Arch, Fixed

Length: 540 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This extremely rare timber truss bridge is part of the Atlas No. 3 Coal Mine National Historic Site of Canada.

Moose Jaw River Bridge
HSR

Unnamed Road Over Moose Jaw River in Rural: Division 7 (Moose Jaw), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Manitoba Bridge and Iron Works of Winnipeg, Manitoba

This is an unaltered example of a truss bridge built by the Manitoba Bridge and Iron Works.

Qu'Appelle River Bridge
HSR

Unnamed Road Over Qu'Appelle River in Rural: Division 6 (Regina), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This is a traditional Pratt truss bridge in a rural setting.

Notukeu Creek Bridge
HSR

Unnamed Road Over Notukeu Creek in Rural: Division 3 (Assiniboia), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This is a traditional Pratt truss bridge in a rural setting.

Moose Jaw River Bridge
HSR

Unnamed Road Over Moose Jaw River in Rural: Division 6 (Regina), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This is a traditional Pratt truss bridge in a rural setting.

Qu'Appelle River Bridge
HSR

Unnamed Road Over Qu'Appelle River in Rural: Division 6 (Regina), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: William P. McNeil and Company of New Glasgow, Nova Scotia

This bridge is significant as a documented example of a bridge built by a little-known bridge company.

Highway 658 Bridge
HSR

Highway 658 Over Battle River in Battleford: Division 12 (Battleford), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 320 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its combination of pony truss spans and a through truss span and for its latticed end posts and top chord.

Battle River Railway Bridge
The Old Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian Pacific) Over Battle River in Battleford: Division 12 (Battleford), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 770 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This railroad through truss bridge has been abandoned and the approaches are partially removed.

Battleford Bridge
HSR

24 Street Over North Saskatchewan River in Battleford and North Battleford: Division 12 (Battleford), Saskatchewan and Division 16 (North Battleford), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,000 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1907 By: Unknown

Actually two bridges separated by Finlayson Island, this is reportedly the oldest bridge in the province.

Albert Memorial Bridge
HSR

Albert Street Over Wascana Creek in Regina: Division 6 (Regina), Saskatchewan, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 843 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Carter-Halls-Aldinger Company and Claude Allen Porter Turner of Minneapolis, Minnesota and Puntin, O'Leary and Coxall

This unusual bridge has a small main span and a long non-spanning approach and is noted for its association with famous engineer C. A. P. Turner.

University Bridge
HSR

25th Street (SK-5) Over South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon: Division 11 (Saskatoon), Saskatchewan, Canada

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,200 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 10

Built 1916 By: R. J. Lecky Company of Regina, Saskatchewan and Daniel Luten

This large Luten concrete arch bridge is highly significant as the first reinforced concrete, open spandrel deck arch bridge built in Western Canada.

Wood River Bridge
HSR

Unnamed Road Over Wood River in Rural: Division 3 (Assiniboia), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: R. J. Lecky Company of Regina, Saskatchewan

This is a historic Pratt through truss bridge over the Wood River near the Town of Lafleche.

Qu'Appelle River Bridge
HSR

Unnamed Road Over Qu'Appelle River in Rural: Division 6 (Regina), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small, lightweight riveted pony truss bridge.

Sioux Bridge
Wellington White Bridge
HSR

River Drive Over Moose Jaw River in Moose Jaw: Division 7 (Moose Jaw), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Saskatchewan Bridge and Iron Company of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan

This is a rare surviving unaltered and documented example of a bridge built by the Saskatchewan Bridge and Iron Company.

St. Louis Bridge
HSR

Former SK-2 and Former Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over South Saskatchewan River in St. Louis: Division 15 (Prince Albert), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,250 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1915 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This is a unique former combination highway and railway bridge.

Moose Jaw River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Moose Jaw River in Moose Jaw: Division 7 (Moose Jaw), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 690 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This bridge has a combination of Pratt and Warren truss spans.

Moose Jaw Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Moose Jaw River, Manitoba Street, River Drive, and Railroad (Canadian Pacific) in Moose Jaw: Division 7 (Moose Jaw), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,425 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This is a long viaduct that has a variety of span types.

Cree Pedestrian Bridge
HSR

Range Road 264 (Former Main Street) Over Moose Jaw River in Moose Jaw: Division 7 (Moose Jaw), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This former highway bridge was preserved in place for pedestrian use.

Broadway Bridge
HSR

Broadway Avenue Over South Saskatchewan River and Spadina Crescent in Saskatoon: Division 11 (Saskatoon), Saskatchewan, Canada

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,120 ft. Main Span: 201 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1932 By: R. J. Arrand Construction Company of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and Chalmers Jack MacKenzie

This is a rare example of a large multi-span open spandrel arch bridge in Saskatchewan.

CPR Bridge
CP Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) and Rail-Trail Over South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon: Division 11 (Saskatoon), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,250 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1908 By: Smith Brothers and Wilson, McDiarmid and Company

This is a large railroad deck truss bridge that dominates the landscape.

Grand Trunk Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over South Saskatchewan River and Spadina Crescent in Saskatoon: Division 11 (Saskatoon), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,500 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1908 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

Thanks to the demolition of the historic Traffic Bridge, this rare partially pin-connected deck truss bridge is the oldest bridge in the city now.

Prince Albert Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Northern) Over North Saskatchewan River in Prince Albert: Division 15 (Prince Albert), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,010 ft. Main Span: 256 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This large railway bridge is also noted for its rare swing span.

Highway 627 Bridge
HSR

Highway 627 Over Moose Jaw River in Rural: Division 7 (Moose Jaw), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 255 ft. Main Span: 255 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This truss bridge stands out for its span length.

Old CanAm Highway Bridge
HSR

CanAm Highway (Abandoned Alignment) Over Qu'Appelle River in Rural: Division 6 (Regina), Saskatchewan, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This beautiful concrete bowstring arch bridge has been bypassed and abandoned.

Old CanAm Highway Bridge
HSR

CanAm Highway (Abandoned Alignment) Over Qu'Appelle River in Rural: Division 6 (Regina), Saskatchewan, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Laidlaw Brothers of Swift Current, Saskatchewan

This bridge is so old it has been replaced twice, yet it has been left here abandoned, and is increasingly deteriorated.

Gabriel Bridge
Gabriel Dumont Bridge
HSR

Highway 312 Over South Saskatchewan River in Rural: Division 15 (Prince Albert), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 800 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This three span truss bridge utilizes truss spans that were relocated here from another bridge.

Lee Lam Bridge
HSR

Perth Drive Over Swift Current Creek in Swift Current: Division 8 (Swift Current), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small Pratt pony truss bridge of lightweight design.

Craven World Campground Bridge
HSR

Craven World Campground Road Over Qu'Appelle River in Craven: Division 6 (Regina), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a pony truss of lightweight design, composed mostly of rolled angles.

Lumsden River Park Bridge
HSR

Lumsden River Park Road Over Qu'Appelle River Oxbow in Lumsden: Division 6 (Regina), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small, traditionally composed Pratt through truss bridge.

Lions Gate Bridge
First Narrows Bridge
HSR

BC-1A and BC-99 (Lions Gate Bridge Road) Over Burrard Inlet in Vancouver and West Vancouver: Greater Vancouver District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 5,981 ft. Main Span: 1,552 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1938 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Monsarrat and Pratley of Montréal, Québec (Charles Nicholas Monsarrat and Philip Louis Pratley)

This monumental and famous bridge retains its landmark status, despite severe alteration of the design of the bridge through loss of the original stiffening truss.

Ironworkers Memorial Bridge
Second Narrows Bridge
HSR

TC-1 (BC-1) Over Burrard Inlet in North Vancouver and West Vancouver: Greater Vancouver District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Cantilever 24 Panel Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 4,239 ft. Main Span: 1,099 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1960 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Swan, Wooster Engineering Company

This bridge is an extremely long-span cantilever deck truss bridge.

Burrard Bridge
Burrard Street Bridge
HSR

Burrard Street Over False Creek in Vancouver: Greater Vancouver District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,743 ft. Main Span: 294 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Western Bridge Company of Vancouver, British Columbia and Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and J. R. Grant

This landmark through truss bridge is noted for its huge decorative pillars at each end.

Second Narrows Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Burrard Inlet in North Vancouver and West Vancouver: Greater Vancouver District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 16 Panel Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,175 ft. Main Span: 500 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1968 By: Unknown

This bridge features one of the longest vertical lift spans in North America.

Lulu Island Railway Bridge
CNR Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Fraser River (North Arm) in Richmond and Burnaby: Greater Vancouver District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Movable: Swing and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,365 ft. Main Span: 280 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This is a good example of a Camelback through truss swing bridge.

Seaway Haulage Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Seaway Haulage Road in Rural: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its lattice diaphragms and beautiful stone abutments and pier.

Little Current Bridge
Manitoulin Island Bridge
HSR

KH-6 Over North Channel (Lake Huron) in Little Current: Manitoulin District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 568 ft. Main Span: 368 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

The only known heritage bridge on Manitoulin Island, and the only highway link to the island is this magnificent former railway swing bridge.

French River Bridge
Settlers Road Bridge
HSR

Settlers Road (Old KH-69 Trans-Canada Highway Alignment) Over French River in Rural: Sudbury District, Ontario and Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 390 ft. Main Span: 320 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Runnymede Steel Construction of Toronto, Ontario

This is a Pennsylvania through truss bridge located in a scenic area and apparently will be spared demolition despite a replacement project.

Jackknife Bascule Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) and Former Highway Over Kaministiquia River in Thunder Bay: Thunder Bay District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal ,

Length: 374 ft. Main Span: 186 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Alexander Charles Stewart and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

One of the most unique surviving Strauss bascule bridges in North America, this bridge originally had a highway deck over its railway deck.

McKellar Lift Bridge
HSR

Island Drive and Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over McKellar River in Thunder Bay: Thunder Bay District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 215 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This is a very rare combined highway and railway Scherzer rolling lift bascule bridge with three truss lines.

James Street Bridge
Kaministiquia River Swing Bridge
HSR

James Street and Railroad (Canadian National) Over Kaministiquia River in Thunder Bay: Thunder Bay District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 530 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a railway swing bridge that also includes cantilvered highway decks on each side.

White Lake Narrows Bridge
HSR

KH-17 (Trans-Canada Highway) Over White Lake Narrows in Rural: Thunder Bay District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 11 Panel Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 460 ft. Main Span: 280 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This is an extremely rare example of a steel through arch bridge in Ontario.

Agawa River Bridge
HSR

KH-17 (Trans-Canada Highway) Over Agawa River in Rural: Algoma District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 16 Panel Bolt-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 330 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown

This truss bridge is noted for its span length and uncommon truss configuration.

Government Road Bridge
Red Bridge
HSR

Government Road Over Thessalon River in Thessalon: Algoma District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This attractive red Pratt through truss appears to be in good condition.

Mississagi River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific and Huron Central Railway) Over Mississagi River in Rural: Algoma District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 290 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional Pratt through truss bridge sits on beautiful stone piers and abutments.

Dean Lake Road Bridge
HSR

Dean Lake Road Over Mississagi River in Rural: Algoma District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 360 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1908 By: Algoma Steel Bridge Company of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

This is a rare surviving example of a bridge built by the Algoma Steel Bridge Company.

Little Pic River Bridge
HSR

KH-17 (Trans-Canada Highway) Over Little Pic River in Rural: Thunder Bay District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 740 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: Unknown

This is an uncommon example of a cantilever deck truss in Ontario.

Spanish River Bridge
Espanola Bridge
HSR

KH-6 (Centre Street) Over Spanish River in Espanola: Sudbury District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Continuous (Straight Chords) 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 690 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is a large, multi-span deck truss bridge on a major regional highway.

Spanish River Railway Bridge
Espanola Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Huron Central Railway) Over Spanish River in Espanola: Sudbury District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This bridge crosses the river at the location of a dam.

Abitibi Trestle Bridge
HSR

Bush Road (Northwest Industrial Road) Over Abitibi River in Iroquois Falls: Cochrane District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 506 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This Warren deck truss is maintained as a toll bridge today.

Montreal River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Ontario Northland Railway) Over Montreal River in Latchford: Timiskaming District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 395 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1904 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This is a somewhat lightweight example of a railway through truss bridge.

Thames River Railway Bridge
Sarnia Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Grand Trunk Rail-Trail) (Former Canadian National) Over North Branch Thames River in St. Marys: Perth County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This high level deck plate girder bridge rests on reused stone piers and abutments that date to 1857-1858.

Elk Lake Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Montreal River in Rural: Timiskaming District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Span: 225 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge carries a rail-trail on the former Ontario Northland Railway.

Black Bay Bridge
HSR

Arundel Street Over Current River in Thunder Bay: Thunder Bay District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 208 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Seaman and Penniman and Joachim Antonisen and L. M. Jones

This is a very early example of an open spandrel arch bridge in Canada.

Kingston Mills Swing Bridge
HSR

Kingston Mills Road (CR-21) Over Rideau Canal in Kingston: Frontenac County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Bobtail)

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This plate girder swing bridge was rehabilitated.

Kingston Mills Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Rideau Canal and Cataraqui River in Kingston: Frontenac County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 325 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This railroad bridge passes over the locks of the canal in this area.

Hurdville Dam Bridge
HSR

Hurdville Road Over Manitouwabing River in Hurdville (Mckellar Township): Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is an early and unaltered example of a small-scale concrete bridge in Ontario.

Yearley Road Bridge
HSR

Yearley Road Over Unnamed Creek in Yearley (Huntsville): Muskoka District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an unaltered example of an early concrete slab bridge in Ontario.

South Lacelot Road Bridge
HSR

South Lacelot Road Over Lancelot Creek in Huntsville: Muskoka District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is an example of an early concrete slab bridge in Ontario.

IN-42 Eel River Bridge
Poland Bridge
HSR

IN-42 Over Eel River in Rural: Clay County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 265 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana and R. McCalman of Danville, Indiana

This is an excellent example of a state standard plan through truss in Indiana.

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IN-46 Eel River Bridge
Bowling Green Bridge
HSR

IN-46 Over Eel River in Rural: Clay County, Indiana, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 402 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1934 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This two span state standard through truss bridge is finding new life as two separate bridges preserved in a park setting.

IN-42 Mill Creek Bridge
Bell Bridge
HSR

IN-42 Over Mill Creek in Rural: Putnam County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: George R. Harvey of Danville, Indiana

This is a good example of a standard state-designed truss bridge.

Hawkins Mill Bridge
Pinnick Ferry Bridge, Orange County Bridge 103
HSR

Owl Hollow Road (CR-850 South) Over Patoka River in Rural: Orange County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is an outstanding example of a standard Wrought Iron Bridge Company Pratt truss.

Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge
George Clinton Memorial Bridge
HSR

NY-199 Over Hudson River, CR-37, and Railroad in Rural: Ulster County, New York and Dutchess County, New York, United States

Metal Continuous 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 7,793 ft. Main Span: 800 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 10

Built 1957 By: Harris Structural Steel Company of New York, New York and Merritt-Chapman and Scott Corporation of New York, New York and David Steinman of New York, New York

This is an extremely large continuous deck truss bridge and a noted work of famous engineer David Steinman.

Newburgh–Beacon Bridge
Hamilton Fish Newburgh-Beacon Bridge
HSR

I-84 and NY-52 (Westbound) Over Hudson River and Grand Avenue in Newburgh and Beacon: Orange County, New York and Dutchess County, New York, United States

Metal Cantilever (Arched) Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 7,860 ft. Main Span: 1,000 ft. Roadway: 39.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1963 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Modjeski and Masters

This rare arched cantilever truss bridge has been paired with a newer bridge of similar overall design.

Alfred H. Smith Memorial Bridge
CSX Castleton Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Hudson River in Castleton-On-Hudson: Rensselaer County, New York and Albany County, New York, United States

Metal 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 5,255 ft. Main Span: 599 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Olaf Hoff of New York, New York

This large railroad bridge its noted for its largest span, nearly 600 feet in span length, and thus a significant engineering achievement.

US-9W Mine Dock Road Bridge
HSR

US-9W Over Mine Dock Road in Fort Montgomery: Orange County, New York, United States

Metal Three-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 496 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 46.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: Unknown

Hidden in this deep, narrow valley is this rather large and impressive steel arch bridge.

Ater Bridge
HSR

CR-198 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Leon River in Rural: Coryell County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of most unusual bridges in Texas due to the unique composition of the built-up members and chords on the bridge.

TX-174 Bridge
Kimball’s Bend Bridge
HSR

TX-174 Over Brazos River (Lake Whitney) in Rural: Hill County, Texas, United States

Metal Continuous (Straight Chords) 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,294 ft. Main Span: 201 ft. Roadway: 25.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1950 By: Unknown and Texas Highway Department

This is an uncommon continuous deck truss that sits at a fairly low level above the water.

Moseley Bridge
The Mile-Around Woods Bridge, Murphy Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Preserve Depression in North Bennington: Bennington County, Vermont, United States

Metal Tied Bowstring Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1865 By: Moseley Iron Bridge and Roof Company of Boston, Massachusetts

This is one of the only surviving patented Thomas Moseley iron arch bridges in existence, and it has been preserved on a privately owned public trail.

Pine Creek Park Bridge
Mill Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Pine Creek in Fairfield: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1872 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is an exceedingly rare Keystone column pony truss bridge, and it has been preserved on a trail.

Riverside Park Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Charles River in Weston and Newton: Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 7.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This very unusual and beautiful bedstead truss stands out due to its arched bottom chord.

Glen Falls Bridge
HSR

Brunswick Avenue Over Moosup River in Moosup: Windham County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Berlin Construction Company of Berlin Connecticut

This bridge is one of only three lenticular through trusses in Connecticut, the home state of the lenticular patent holder Berlin Iron Bridge Company.

North Village Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Lake Chargoggagoggmanchauggagoggchaubunagungamaugg (Lake Chaubunagungamaug) in Webster: Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 9 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 13.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1871 By: National Bridge and Iron Works of Boston, Massachusetts and Charles H. Parker

Relocated and preserved for pedestrian use, this is a rare Parker patent pony truss bridge.

Ohio Street Bridge
Bridge Street Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (Ohio Street) Over Wichita River in Wichita Falls: Wichita County, Texas, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 280 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its combination of pony truss spans and a through truss span.

Scott Avenue Bridge
HSR

Scott Avenue (Business US-287) Over Wichita River in Wichita Falls: Wichita County, Texas, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 276 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: Luten Bridge Company of Knoxville, Tennessee and Daniel Luten

This is one of the finest examples of a Luten concrete arch bridge in America, and is almost completely without alteration.

Wichita Falls Railroad Bridge North
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Wichita River in Wichita Falls: Wichita County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 604 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a pair of truss bridges that sit side by side, forming a double-track crossing of the river, and a unique comparison between pinned and riveted connections.

Wichita Falls Railroad Bridge South
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Wichita River in Wichita Falls: Wichita County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 604 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a pair of truss bridges that sit side by side, forming a double-track crossing of the river, and a unique comparison between pinned and riveted connections.

Crossman Bridge
HSR

Gilbert Road Over Quaboag River in Warren: Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This ornate example of a lenticular pony truss has been rehabilitated, and retains ornamental railing and finials.

Fort River Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Fort River in Amherst: Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Corrugated Metal Company of East Berlin, Connecticut (Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut)

This is one of the oldest surviving lenticular pony truss bridges in the country.

Waldrip Bridge
HSR

CR-220 Over Colorado River in Rural: Coleman County, Texas and McCulloch County, Texas, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 698 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Unknown

Very few pin-connected truss bridges with this many spans survive today in Texas or any state for that matter.

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Sowell's Bluff Bridge
State Highway 78 Bridge
HSR

OK-78 and TX-78 Over Red River in Rural: Bryan County, Oklahoma and Fannin County, Texas, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,108 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1938 By: Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Oklahoma Highway Commission

This was one of the longest known K-truss bridges in the entire country.

Cross Bayou Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Kansas City Southern) Over Cross Bayou in Shreveport: Caddo Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected A-Frame Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 490 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and J. A. L. Waddell

This is one of only two Waddell A-frame truss bridges in the entire country, and is also noted for its rare pin-connected Warren deck truss approach spans.

Canadian River Wagon Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Former US-60 and US-83) Over Canadian River in Canadian: Hemphill County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,255 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 19

Built 1916 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge is the longest known simple span pin-connected highway truss bridge in the entire country!

Camp Road Bridge
HSR

Camp Road (CR-25) Over Spring Creek in Rural: Carson County, Texas, United States

Metal 4 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas

This bridge is the only known truss bridge in the county, and is located in a region with very few truss bridges.

TX-203 Bridge
HSR

TX-203 Over Salt Fork Red River in Rural: Collingsworth County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 753 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1939 By: Purvis and Bertram Construction Company of Fort Worth, Texas and Julian Montgomery (Texas Highway Department)

Located in a part of Texas which has very few historic bridges, this is a beautiful multi-span through truss in good condition.

Pease River Wagon Bridge Tower
Vernon Suspension Bridge Tower
HSR

US-287 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Pease River in Vernon: Wilbarger County, Texas, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 1,540 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Weatherford Machine and Foundry Company (Mitchell and Pigg)

This page documents the single surviving tower of a long-lost suspension bridge.

7th Street Bridge
Draw Bridge
HSR

7th Street Over Unnamed Draw in Clarendon: Donley County, Texas, United States

Metal 3 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company of Leavenworth, Kansas

This small pony truss bridge was bypassed by a new bridge in 2013 and left standing in place.

Burnett Bridge
HSR

FM-368 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Wichita River in Rural: Wichita County, Texas, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

One of only a few Whipple truss bridges in all of Texas, this bridge has the distinctive design details of a bridge built by the King Bridge Company.

Waterloo Park Bridge
Anderson Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Waterloo Park Lagoon in Denison: Grayson County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Kansas City Bridge and Iron Company of Kansas City, Missouri

This regionally early surviving Pratt through truss bridge was relocated and preserved in a park setting.

FM-2305 Hike and Bike Trail Bridge
HSR

FM-2305 Hike and Bike Trail Over Pepper Creek in Temple: Bell County, Texas, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 163 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Milwaukee Bridge and Iron Works of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This is a rare surviving example of a bridge built by the Milwaukee Bridge and Iron Works.

Fort Griffin Bridge
HSR

CR-188 Over Clear Fork Brazos River in Rural: Shackelford County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 311 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This beautiful bridge is a very early and unaltered Pratt truss in Texas, and a fine example of the King Bridge Company's work.

TX-89 Brazos River Bridge
HSR

I-20 North Frontage Road (Former TX-89) Over Brazos River in Rural: Parker County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 892 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1934 By: Buckner Brothers of Cleburne, Texas and Texas Highway Department

This bridge is an example of a state standard through truss bridge in Texas, and includes a series of approach spans as well.

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Marengo Street Bridge
HSR

Marengo Street Over Delaware Creek in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Metal Cantilever 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 173 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1915 By: Standard Engineering Company of Toledo, Ohio and American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is one of the smallest known examples of a steel deck cantilever truss bridge.

Hummel Bridge
HSR

Hemlock Road Over South River in Alsace (Nipissing Township): Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Toronto, Ontario)

This is a rare documented example of a bridge built by the Toronto plant of the Dominion Bridge Company.

Victoria Falls Bridge
HSR

Black River Road Over Black River in Rural: Kawartha Lakes City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss bridge rests upon a unique dry laid stone abutment which itself sits on a natural rock outcrop.

Bryant Station Bridge
HSR

CR-106 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Little River in Rural: Milam County, Texas, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 332 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Chicago Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois, C. Q. Horton of Austin, Texas, Agent

This bridge is noted for its rare sloped deck which gives the bridge a unique appearance.

Clifton Bridge
HSR

CR-3112 (Abandoned Alignment) Over North Bosque River in Clifton: Bosque County, Texas, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through T-Beam, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 371 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge is highly significant as one of the few surviving Whipple truss bridges in Texas, and it also has some newer, but still historic, pony truss approach spans.

River Road Bridge
HSR

River Road (CR-3310) (Abandoned Alignment) Over North Bosque River in Rural: Bosque County, Texas, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 225 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This bypassed and abandoned through truss is noted for its 225 foot span length.

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Sunshine Road Bridge
HSR

Sunshine Road Over Little River in Rural: Bell County, Texas, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 161 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Bypassed and abandoned for many years, this bridge's unusually tall substructure is failing, putting the bridge at severe risk for collapse.

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Oxbow Bridge
HSR

Kent Falls Road Over Saranac River in Morrisonville: Clinton County, New York, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 178 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This bridge was one of the only surviving examples of a Pennsylvania truss bridge built by the Berlin Iron Bridge Company.

Woodson Bridge
HSR

CR-179 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Clear Fork Brazos River in Rural: Shackelford County, Texas, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Howe Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 312 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 13.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Flinn-Moyer Company of Weatherford, Texas

This is one of the few surviving unique small-scale suspension bridges in Texas and is also noted for its iron Howe truss approach spans.

Creekside Road Bridge
HSR

Creekside Road (CR-146) Over Plum Creek in Rural: Caldwell County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This bridge appears to be a rare example of a bridge built by New York State based Groton Bridge Company in Texas.

Parkhill Park Bridge
Survey Road Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Timber Creek Branch in Callisburg: Cooke County, Texas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Chicago Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

This is one of the only known surviving examples of a bridge built by Chicago Bridge and Iron with a unique portal bracing.

Barker Bridge
HSR

CR-457 Over Brushy Creek in Rural: Williamson County, Texas, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 156 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: George E. King Bridge Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This long-abandoned bridge has one of the most unusual vertical member designs ever seen and is assumed to be the work of the George E. King Bridge Company.

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Lower Elgin Road Bridge
HSR

Lower Elgin Road (CR-55) (Abandoned Alignment) Over Wilbarger Creek in Rural: Bastrop County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Kansas City Bridge and Iron Company of Kansas City, Missouri

This excellent example of an 1880s Pratt truss bridge was bypassed, and enjoys some community support for preservation.

Bartons Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Bartons Creek in Rural: Fayette County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This bridge is an uncommon example of a Camelback pony truss bridge.

Mid-Delaware Bridge
Port Jervis - Matamoras Bridge, Barrett Bridge
HSR

US-6 Over Delaware River in Port Jervis and Matamoras: Orange County, New York and Pike County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 659 ft. Main Span: 325 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: R.C. Ritz Construction Company

This bridge is noted for its large 325 foot main spans and extensive use of v-lacing and lattice on its members.

Dornsife Bridge
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PA-225 Over Mahanoy Creek in Dornsife: Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 215 ft. Main Span: 208 ft. Roadway: 25.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This a an extremely unusual variation of a standard state design through truss bridge in Pennsylvania that uses a Warren truss rather than a Pratt or Parker truss.

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OH-8 High Level Bridge Bridge
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OH-8 and OH-59 Over Little Cuyahoga River, Railroad, and North Street in Akron: Summit County, Ohio, United States

Metal Continuous 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,583 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Roadway: 80 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1953 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and Wilbur J. Watson and Associates of Cleveland, Ohio

This is a massive, high level deck continuous truss bridge.

Brecksville-Northfield Bridge
HSR

OH-82 (Aurora Road, Chippewa Road) Over Cuyahoga River in Brecksville: Cuyahoga County, Ohio and Summit County, Ohio, United States

Concrete 5 Panel Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete 2 Panel Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,130 ft. Main Span: 181 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1931 By: Highway Construction Company of Cleveland, Ohio and Alfred M. Felgate

This is an enormous high level deck arch bridge with attractive design details.

Station Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Former Station Road) Over Cuyahoga River in Brecksville: Cuyahoga County, Ohio and Summit County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 14.9 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Massillon Bridge Company of Massillon, Ohio

This rare Whipple truss bridge displays the unique Howe truss portal bracing of the Massillon Bridge Company.

Hillside Road Bridge
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Hillside Road (CR-145) Over Cuyahoga River in Independence: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 203 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This is one of the latest known surviving examples of a bridge built by the famous King Bridge Company.

Porr Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Ground (Exhibit) in Marshallville: Wayne County, Ohio, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 29 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Sitting on the ground as an exhibit, this is one of the last known examples of a rare bedstead truss bridge in Ohio.

Hollow Road Bridge
HSR

Hollow Road (TR-430) Over Schwaben Creek in Rural: Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This is an outstanding, unaltered example of a small pony truss built by the famous King Bridge Company.

Line Road Bridge
HSR

Line Road (TR-454) Over Schwaben Creek in Rural: Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its v-lacing on its top chord and end posts and for its unusually short span length.

KH-65 Wright Creek Bridge
HSR

KH-65 Over Wright Creek in Judge (Casey Township): Timiskaming District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1960 By: Unknown

This is one of two pony truss bridges along this section of highway.

KH-65 Blanche River Bridge
HSR

KH-65 Over Blanche River in Judge (Casey Township): Timiskaming District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 339 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1960 By: Unknown

This is the largest of two pony truss bridges along this section of highway, and the only three span pony truss surviving on the King's Highways.

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Main Street Bridge
Neversink River Bridge
HSR

Main Street (US-6) Over Neversink River in Port Jervis: Orange County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 138 ft. Main Span: 134 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: A. C. Toaspern and Company and American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Allen M. Knowles

This is a traditional 1920s through truss bridge that was demolished and replaced with a slab of concrete.

Monadnock Mills Bridge
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Pipeline and Former Walkway Over Sugar River in Claremont: Sullivan County, New Hampshire, United States

Metal 6 Panel Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Moseley Iron Bridge and Roof Company of Boston, Massachusetts

Part of a historic district, this is one of the only surviving Moseley bowstrings in the country, and is also noted for its unique bearing inside a notch of a building.

Old Sullivan Company Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Sugar River in Claremont: Sullivan County, New Hampshire, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This riveted through truss bridge is abandoned but originally provided access directly from the doors of a building to the other side of the river.

Elm Street Bridge
HSR

VT-12 (Elm Street) Over Ottauquechee River in Woodstock: Windsor County, Vermont, United States

Metal 11 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 25.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1870 By: National Bridge and Iron Works of Boston, Massachusetts

This is a large, impressive, and extremely rare Parker patent pony truss bridge.

Red Bridge
HSR

Quinnipiac River Gorge Trail (Former Oregon Road Alignment) Over Quinnipiac River in Meriden: New Haven County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

Bypassed and abandoned in 1963, this rare lenticular pony truss bridge has today found new life as a restored bridge for pedestrian use.

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PA-14 Lycoming Creek Bridge
HSR

PA-14 Over Lycoming Creek in Rural: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This skewed bridge is one of a very small number of state design through truss bridges to use a Baltimore truss configuration.

Camp Lavigne Road Bridge
HSR

PA-4049 (Camp Lavigne Road) Over Fishing Creek in Rural: Columbia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 138 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

This skewed bridge is one of a very small number of state design through truss bridges to use a Baltimore truss configuration.

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Charles Anderson Memorial Bridge
HSR

Boulevard of the Allies Over Four Mile Run, Junction Hollow Trail, and Railroad (CSX) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Wichert Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 780 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1938 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh Department of Public Works

This massive deck truss bridge is one of the few surviving patented Wichert truss bridges in existence.

Nipigon River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Nipigon River, Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National), and Unnamed Road in Rural: Thunder Bay District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 770 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This impressive deck truss is noted for its rare fishbelly deck truss main span.

G.D.C. Morton Memorial Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (Brooklyn Road) Over Moira River in Tweed: Hastings County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1898 By: Central Bridge and Engineering Company of Peterborough, Ontario and William H. Law of Peterborough, Ontario

This is an extremely rare multi-span example of a pin-connected truss bridge surviving in Ontario.

Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge
HSR

Lake Avenue Over Duluth Ship Canal in Duluth: St. Louis County, Minnesota, United States

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 502 ft. Main Span: 386 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown and Thomas McGilvray of Duluth, Minnesota, Claude Allen Porter Turner of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Harrington, Howard, and Ash of Kansas City, Missouri

Converted to a lift bridge in 1930, this bridge retains the towers and overhead truss of the only transporter bridge in the United States.

Interstate Bridge (Approach Span)
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over St. Louis River in Duluth: St. Louis County, Minnesota and Douglas County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 845 ft. Main Span: 325 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and Alfred P. Boller of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Originally a large swing bridge over the river, today only one of the fixed approach truss spans remain today.

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Blatnik Bridge
John A. Blatnik Bridge, High Bridge
HSR

I-535 and US-53 Over St. Louis Bay in Duluth: St. Louis County, Minnesota and Douglas County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Cantilever (Arch and Suspended Deck) 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 7,985 ft. Main Span: 600 ft. Roadway: 58 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1961 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Howard, Needles, Tammen and Bergendorff of Kansas City, Missouri

This bridge is a rare example of a cantilever truss bridge that features a tied arch suspended span.

Grassy Point Bridge
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over St. Louis River in Superior: Douglas County, Wisconsin and St. Louis County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,660 ft. Main Span: 430 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This railroad bridge is noted for its very large swing span.

Upper Pacific Mills Bridge
Moseley Wrought Iron Arch Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over College Pond in North Andover: Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Tied Bowstring Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1864 By: Moseley Iron Bridge and Roof Company of Boston, Massachusetts

This is one of the only surviving patented Thomas Moseley iron arch bridges in existence, and it has been preserved on the grounds of Merrimack College.

Spring Run Bridge
HSR

Private Access Over Spring Run in Carey: Wyandot County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Hidden away on a private farm is this excellent example of a Wrought Iron Bridge Company pony truss.

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Thomas Avenue Bridge
HSR

Thomas Avenue (TR-124 and TR-105) Over Cayuta Creek in Sayre: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Unknown

This is a former railroad bridge that was converted for one-lane vehicular use.

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Saugatuck River Bridge
William F. Cribari Memorial Bridge
HSR

CT-136 (Bridge Street) Over Saugatuck River in Westport: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 287 ft. Main Span: 144 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Union Bridge Company of Athens, Pennsylvania and Buffalo, New York

Although steel stringers today carry the load of traffic, this bridge retains its extremely early surviving highway swing truss superstructure.

Yazoo City Swing Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Road Over Yazoo River (Old Channel) in Yazoo City: Yazoo County, Mississippi, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 275 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

A surprising find in an area that today has no resemblance of a navigable waterway, this long-abandoned bridge is among the oldest highway swing bridges in the country.

Norwottuck Rail-Trail Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norottuck Rail-Trail) Over Connecticut River in Northampton and Hadley: Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,492 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1887 By: R. F. Hawkins Iron Works of Springfield, Massachusetts and G. M. Tompson

This is a very large and early rivet-connected lattice through truss bridge, and it has been preserved for pedestrian use.

Calvin Coolidge Memorial Bridge
HSR

MA-9 (Russell Street) Over Connecticut River in Northampton and Hadley: Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Continuous 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,441 ft. Main Span: 296 ft. Roadway: 53.2 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1937 By: T. Stuart and Son Company of Harvard, Massachusetts and W. and L. Engineering Company of Boston, Massachusetts

This impressive continuous deck truss is noted for its art deco details.

Gothic Bridge
Bridge 28, Reservoir Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Bridle Path in New York: Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1864 By: J. B. & W. W. Cornell Iron Works of New York, New York and Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould

By far the most unique of the nationally significant cast iron arch bridges of Central Park, this bridge is named after its Gothic style arches.

Bow Bridge
Bridge 5
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over The Lake in New York: Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 142 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1862 By: Janes, Kirtland and Company of New York, New York and Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould

With its long, graceful span, this is the most famous of the nationally significant cast iron arch bridges in Central Park.

Vischers Ferry Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Erie Canal (Original Canal) in Rural: Saratoga County, New York, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 7 Panel Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1869 By: Squire Whipple of Albany, New York and Squire Whipple

This nationally significant bridge stands out among all surviving Whipple arch bridges as one that was actually built by Squire Whipple himself.

Johnstown Bridge
Union College Squire Whipple Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Hans Groot Kill in Schenectady: Schenectady County, New York, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1869 By: Shipman and Son of Springield Centre, New York and Squire Whipple

This rare cast iron Whipple arch bridge was moved and preserved at the college that famous engineer Squire Whipple attended.

Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Unnamed Creek in Schenectady: Schenectady County, New York, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 3 Panel Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 38 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 9.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Squire Whipple

This extremely rare cast iron truss bridge uses the basic design of a Whipple arch, but in the form of a Queenpost pony truss.

Warren Road Bridge
HSR

Warren Road Over Loch Raven Reservoir (Gunpowder Falls) in Rural: Baltimore County, Maryland, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 640 ft. Main Span: 213 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1923 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and John Edwin Greiner (J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois)

This bridge is one of two unique, highly ornamental bridges built over the Loch Raven Reservoir.

Spring Common Bridge
HSR

Spring Common Avenue Over Mahoning River, Front Street, and Railroad in Youngstown: Mahoning County, Ohio, United States

Metal Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 431 ft. Main Span: 269 ft. Roadway: 82 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown and Wilbur J. Watson and Associates of Cleveland, Ohio

This bridge is noted for its unusually wide design and having three arch lines to accomodate this.

Freeport Bridge
Donald R. Lobaugh Bridge, Freeport - Garvers Ferry Bridge
HSR

PA-356 Over Allegheny River and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Freeport: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania and Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous 16 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,444 ft. Main Span: 452 ft. Roadway: 53.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1962 By: Pittsburgh Bridge and Iron Works of Rochester, Pennsylvania and Brayman Construction Company of Gibsonia, Pennsylvania

This is a later, but very large example of a variable depth continuous deck truss bridge.

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Commercial Street Bridge
HSR

I-376, US-22, US-30 (Penn Lincoln Parkway / Parkway East) Over 9 Mile Run and Commercial Street in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 863 ft. Main Span: 176 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1950 By: Dinardo Incorporated of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Richardson, Gordon, and Associates of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (George S. Richardson)

This large concrete arch bridge is configured as two parallel bridges, and is noted for its lack of bracing between arch ribs, giving the bridge an open appearance.

Pinebank Arch
Bridge 15
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Bridle Path in New York: Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1861 By: J. B. & W. W. Cornell Iron Works of New York, New York and Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould

Noted for its shallow arch, this is one of the group of nationally significant cast iron arch bridges in Central Park.

Southeast Reservoir Bridge
Bridge 24, South Gate House Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Bridle Path in New York: Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 33 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1864 By: J. B. & W. W. Cornell Iron Works of New York, New York and Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould

With its visually striking arch, this is one of the nationally significant cast iron bridges in Central Park.

Southwest Reservoir Bridge
Bridge 27
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Bridle Path in New York: Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1864 By: J. B. & W. W. Cornell Iron Works of New York, New York and Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould

This is one of the beautiful and nationally significant cast iron arch bridges in Central Park.

Terrace Bridge
Bridge 1, Bethesda Terrace Bridge
HSR

Center Drive (Terrace Drive) Over Pedestrian Plaza (The Mall) in New York: Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 29 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1863 By: Unknown and Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould

This unique bridge is so extensively decorated, the underlying superstructure is completely hidden.

Greywacke Arch
Bridge 23
HSR

East Drive Over Pedestrian Walkway in New York: Manhattan, New York, United States

Stone and Brick Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1862 By: Unknown and Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould

This bridge is noted for its unique Saracenic pointed arch shape.

Greyshot Arch
Bridge 13
HSR

West Drive Over Pedestrian Walkway in New York: Manhattan, New York, United States

Stone and Brick Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 44.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1862 By: and Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould

This bridge is one of many attractive stone arch bridges found in Central Park.

Driprock Arch
Bridge 2
HSR

Center Drive Over Pedestrian Walkway (Former Bridle Path) in New York: Manhattan, New York, United States

Stone and Brick Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1859 By: Unknown and Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould

This arch bridge is noted for its prominent use of brick in its design.

Playmates Arch
Bridge 14
HSR

Center Drive Over Pedestrian Walkway in New York: Manhattan, New York, United States

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1863 By: Unknown and Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould

This arch bridge is noted for using three colors of stone and brick.

Gapstow Bridge
Bridge 35
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over The Pond in New York: Manhattan, New York, United States

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Unknown and Howard and Caudwell

This bridge is one of the younger stone arch bridges in the park, but remains a historic and beautiful bridge.

Trefoil Arch
HSR

East Drive Over Pedestrian Walkway in New York: Manhattan, New York, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 16 ft. Roadway: 33 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1862 By: Unknown and Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould

This bridge is noted for its unusual arch shape, which occurs only on the southeast side of the bridge.

Pont de Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce
HSR

QC-276 (Route Lagueux, Rue Martel) Over Rivière Chaudière in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce: Chaudiére-Appalaches, Québec, Canada

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 420 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1908 By: Phoenix Bridge and Iron Works of Montréal, Québec (Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania)

This bridge is noted for its uncommon and large Baltimore truss spans.

Pont des Moulins (Moulins Bridge)
HSR

QC-226 (Rue Principale) Over Rivière Nicolet Sud-Ouest in La Visitation-de-Yamaska: Centre-du-Québec, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 280 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This nice looking two span one-lane riveted through truss continues to carry traffic including large trucks.

Pont Av de l'Église (Av de l'Église Bridge)
HSR

Av de l'Église Over Canal de Lachine in Montréal: Montréal, Québec, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual bridge is a swing bridge that was cut in half, leaving one of the original two arms crossing the waterway.

Pont Trahan-Savoie (Trahan-Savoie Bridge)
Le pont d'en haut
HSR

Chemin du Petit-Chenal (Avenue Nicolas Perrot) Over Rivière Bécancour in Bécancour: Centre-du-Québec, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 280 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This traditional riveted Pratt through truss sits on a concrete substructure, which also has portions of an earlier stone abutment incorporated into it.

Pont de Sainte-Anne (Sainte-Anne Bridge)
HSR

Rue Sainte-Anne (Rue Du Pont) Over Rivière Saguenay in Saguenay (Chicoutimi): Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, Canada

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,496 ft. Main Span: 367 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec, Desantis, Gagnon and Tremblay, and Eastern Canada Steel and Iron Works and Monsarrat and Pratley of Montréal, Québec (Charles Nicholas Monsarrat and Philip Louis Pratley)

This swing bridge with numerous fixed through truss approach spans is the largest and most visually striking bridge in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean.

Pont de Saint-Casimir (Saint-Casimir Bridge)
HSR

QC-354 (Rue Notre Dame) Over Rivière Sainte-Anne in Saint-Casimir: Capitale-Nationale, Québec, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 324 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1932 By: Gauthier et Julien of Portneuf Station, Quebec

Leading directly to a beautiful historic church in the center of town, this is a rare small-scale Baltimore truss bridge that retains good historic integrity.

Pont Provost (Provost Bridge)
HSR

Rue Provost Over Rivière Noire in Rural: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This is a graceful riveted Parker through truss bridge in a tranquil rural setting.

Pont Gouin (Gouin Bridge)
HSR

Chemin de l'Île Grandbois Over Rivière Noire in Saint-Casimir: Capitale-Nationale, Québec, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Tessier et Paquet

This traditional Pratt through truss has a large plaque bearing its name on the portal bracing.

Pont Reed-Seguin (Reed-Seguin Bridge)
HSR

Rue Du Pont Over Rivière L'Assomption in L'Assomption: Lanaudière, Québec, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 350 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1920 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This is a notable, two-span Double-Warren through truss bridge in the heart of a historic village.

Jordan Station Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over 20 Mile Creek (Jordan Harbour) in Lincoln: Niagara Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,170 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built By: Unknown

This is a large and impressive multi-span deck truss bridge, and it sits next to the stone piers of the previous bridge at this location.

Pont Laviolette (Laviolette Bridge)
HSR

Autoroute 55 Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) in Trois-Rivières and Bécancour: Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Metal Cantilever (Arch and Suspended Deck) Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Corrugated Multi-Plate Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 8,881 ft. Main Span: 1,100 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1967 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Georges Demers

This massive bridge is the only bridge in between Montréal and Québec City.

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Pont Champlain (Champlain Bridge)
HSR

Autoroute 10, Autoroute 15, and Autoroute 20 Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) in Montréal and Brossard: Montréal, Québec and Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Cantilever Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 11,286 ft. Main Span: 707 ft. Roadway: 74 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1962 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Philip Louis Pratley and Henry Hugh Lewis Pratley

This large cantilever truss bridge, noted for its impressive width as much as its length, was replaced and demolished.

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Pont de Batiscan (Batiscan Bridge)
HSR

QC-138 (Rue Principale) Over Rivière Batiscan in Batiscan: Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,214 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: MacKinnon Steel Corporation of Sherbrooke, Québec

This bridge, which may be unique among surviving bridges in the province, contains a tiny single leaf bascule span flanked by impressive through truss approach spans.

Pont Ferroviaire de Batiscan (Batiscan Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad Over Rivière Batiscan in Batiscan: Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 790 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad bridge features a plate girder swing span, with slightly larger fixed through truss approach spans at each end.

Pont Duplessis (Duplessis Bridge)
HSR

QC-138 (Boulevard du St. Maurice) Over Rivière Saint-Maurice (West Channel) in Trois-Rivières: Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Metal Continuous (Straight Chords) 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,330 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1948 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Dufresne Engineering Company

This is a very long, low-level deck truss bridge with a complicated history.

Pont des Lefebvre (Lefebvre Bridge)
HSR

Route des Lefebvre Over Rivière Sainte-Anne in Saint-Casimir: Capitale-Nationale, Québec, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Gauthier et Julien of Portneuf Station, Quebec

This riveted Pratt through truss crosses a scenic river with rocky edges.

Pont de l'avenue Lambert (Avenue Lambert Bridge)
HSR

Avenue Lambert Over Rivière Le Bras in Beauceville: Chaudiére-Appalaches, Québec, Canada

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Phoenix Bridge and Iron Works of Montréal, Québec (Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania)

This is an attractive Baltimore through truss bridge in a scenic rural setting.

Pont Galipeau (Galipeau Bridge)
HSR

Rang Saint-Joachim Over Rivière Nicolet Sud-Ouest in Sainte-Brigitte-des-Saults: Centre-du-Québec, Québec, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an excellent example of a double-intersection Warren through truss bridge.

Pont Galipeault (Galipeault Bridge)
HSR

Rue St. Laurent (Chemin Du Roy) Over Rivière Maskinongé in Maskinongé: Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Gauthier et Julien of Portneuf Station, Quebec

This bridge was built by a notable Québec bridge builder is located on an important historical route, Chemin Du Roy.

Pont de la Rivière Maskinongé (Rivière Maskinongé Bridge)
HSR

Rang de la Rivière Sud-Est Over Rivière Maskinongé in Maskinongé: Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Gauthier et Julien of Portneuf Station, Quebec

This truss bridge is noted for its v-laced end posts, giving it a more open appearance.

Pont Ferroviaire du Chenal Est de la Rivière Saint-Maurice (East Channel Saint-Maurice River Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Quebec Gatineau Railway) Over Rivière Saint-Maurice (East Channel) in Trois-Rivières: Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 255 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This impressive railway swing bridge remains open for use by trains, but also has a walkway that is legal for the public to walk on.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Rivière Saint-Maurice (Saint-Maurice River Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Quebec Gatineau Railway) Over Rivière Saint-Maurice in Trois-Rivières: Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,125 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

This is a large, multi-span through truss with latticed end posts that remains in use by trains.

Pont Ferroviaire de Belœil (Beloeil Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Rivière Richelieu and Rue Richelieu in Belœil and Otterburn Park: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,170 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

This large, heavy duty deck truss bridge crosses at the location of the worst rail disaster in Canadian history, involving a previous bridge at this location.

Pont de Sainte-Martine (Sainte-Martine Bridge)
HSR

Rue du Pont Over Rivière Châteauguay in Sainte-Martine: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This extremely rare surviving pin-connected truss bridge carries highway traffic next to a railway bridge, and may have a complicated history.

Pont Ferroviaire de Sainte-Martine (Sainte-Martine Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Rivière Châteauguay in Sainte-Martine: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This girder bridge sits next to a highway bridge on the same substructure and has some unusual design details.

Pont Ferroviaire de Coteau (Coteau Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) in Coteau-du-Lac and Salaberry-de-Valleyfield: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,900 ft. Main Span: 355 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This very long bridge is actually three bridges separated by two islands.

Pont ferroviaire du canal de Soulanges (Soulanges Canal Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad Over Canal de Soulanges in Coteau-du-Lac: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 333 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This bridge has strong heritage value in conveying this waterway's former navigational use as a canal.

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Pont de Saint-Stanislas
HSR

QC-159 Over Rivière Batiscan in Saint-Stanislas-de-Champlain: Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 456 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: Eastern Canada Steel and Iron Works of Montréal, Québec

This beautiful multi-span through truss was replaced with a modern slab of concrete with no beauty whatsoever.

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Pont Ferroviaire de Vallée-Jonction (Vallée-Jonction Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Québec Central) Over Rivière Chaudière in Vallée-Jonction: Chaudiére-Appalaches, Québec, Canada

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 510 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This is an unusual looking skewed double-intersection Warren through truss railway bridge.

Pont de Vallée-Jonction (Vallée-Jonction Bridge)
HSR

QC-112 (Rue du Pont) Over Rivière Chaudière in Vallée-Jonction: Chaudiére-Appalaches, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 495 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: MacKinnon Steel Corporation of Sherbrooke, Québec

This is an outstanding, increasingly rare example of a steel through arch bridge in the province.

Smooth Rock Falls Bridge
HSR

KH-11 (Trans-Canada Highway) Over Mattagami River in Smooth Rock Falls: Cochrane District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 720 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1956 By: Foundation Company of Canada and N.H Nixon

This is an extremely rare surviving example of a continuous through truss bridge in Ontario, and is also extremely unusual for its use of a Pratt style truss configuration.

Harstone Bridge
HSR

Harstone Drive Over Kaministiquia River in Rural: Thunder Bay District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 368 ft. Main Span: 107 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This massive but narrow pony truss bridge clearly displays its heritage as a former railway bridge.

Traverston Bridge
HSR

Traverston Road Over Rocky Saugeen River in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is a beautiful through truss bridge located in a scenic rural setting.

M-48 Rudyard Bridge
HSR

M-48 (19 Mile Road) Over I-75 in Rudyard: Chippewa County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 673 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 25.6 ft. Main Spans: 12

Built 1962 By: Alpine Excavating Company of St. Ignace, Michigan and Raff and Dexter of Lansing, Michigan

This bridge is one of a few unusual bridges along this stretch of I-75 noted for their use of built-up riveted steel bents for a substructure.

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Millbrook Bridge
HSR

Whitfield Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Fox River in Oswego: Kendall County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 405 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1897 By: Bellefontaine Bridge and Iron Company of Bellefontaine, Ohio

Bypassed and abandoned, this regionally rare multi-span pin-connected truss bridge with a riveted truss span as well was sentenced to the dumpster thanks to a lack of vision.

Cummings Bridge
HSR

Rideau Street and Montreal Road Over Rideau River in Ottawa: Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 700 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This large multi-span concrete open spandrel arch bridge was extensively rehabilitated.

Pooley's Bridge
HSR

Fleet Street Over Fleet Street Pumping Station Channel Tail Race in Ottawa: Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1873 By: Unknown

Although very little material from the original bridge remains, this bridge still replicates the appearance of the oldest bridge in Ottawa.

Laurier Bridge
HSR

Laurier Avenue Over Rideau Canal, Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Colonel By Drive in Ottawa: Ottawa City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 305 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Unknown

This bridge is an early and very unusual surviving example of a riveted steel deck arch in Canada.

Woodstock Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Thames River in Woodstock: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 308 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed through plate girder railway bridge.

Old Finch Avenue Bridge
HSR

Old Finch Avenue Over Rouge River in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Double-Truss, Single-Story Bailey Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1954 By: 2nd Field Engineer Regiment of the Canadian Military Engineers

This is a notable example of a mid-20th century Bailey truss bridge, erected in a time of emergency after a flood.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Rivière Saint-François (Saint-François River Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (St. Lawrence and Atlantic Railroad) Over Rivière Saint-François in Rural: Estrie, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 318 ft. Main Span: 163 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a pin-connected truss bridge in the province, and is also noted for its handsome stone substructure.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Rivière Métabetchouane (Métabetchouane River Railway Bridge)
Pont Ferroviaire de Desbiens (Desbiens Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Rivière Métabetchouane in Desbiens: Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 415 ft. Main Span: 205 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This two span through truss crosses a scenic waterway and rests on impressive stone abutments and pier.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Belle Rivière (Belle River Railway Bridge)
Pont Ferroviaire de Saint-Gédéon (Saint-Gédéon Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Belle Rivière in Saint-Gédéon: Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This single span through truss flanked by deck plate girder spans crosses a scenic waterway and rests on impressive stone abutments and piers.

Columbia Parkway Viaduct
HSR

Columbia Parkway Over I-174 and Various Streets in Cincinnati: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,659 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1938 By: Unknown and City of Cincinnati

This impressive continuous deck truss carries Columbia Parkway over several streets.

Greenlawn Cemetery Bridge
HSR

Cemetery Drive Over Cemetery Drive in Columbus: Franklin County, Ohio, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1898 By: Fritz-Rumer-Cooke Company of Columbus, Ohio

One of the oldest stringer bridges in Ohio, this is also highly significant for its elaborate ornamental details.

Massillon Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (R.J. Corman Railroad, Former Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Tuscarawas River in Massillon: Stark County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 595 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1947 By: E. J. Albrecht Company of Chicago, Illinois and Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio

This unique bridge is noted for its curved span arrangement and for its extremely heavy skew.

Pumphouse Road Bridge
Old Reid Park Bridge
HSR

Pumphouse Road (Buck Creek Trail) Over Beaver Creek in Springfield: Clark County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Rogers Iron Company of Springfield, Ohio

This bridge with its unique ornamental details is the only known surviving example of a bridge built by this small Ohio bridge builder.

Mark Road Bridge
HSR

Mark Road (TR-54) Over Sugar Creek in Rural: Fayette County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1883 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge has been nicely rehabilitated and remains open to traffic today and a good example of a Wrought Iron Bridge Company truss bridge.

TX-6 Brazos River Bridge
HSR

TX-6 Over Brazos River in Rural: Knox County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 755 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia and Oran Speer of Alvord, Texas

This bridge features a combination of continuous and simple spans, but was designed to look continuous throughout.

Capitol Avenue Bridge
HSR

Capitol Avenue Over Fall Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 260 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1911 By: Cleary-Kuert Construction Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and George Edward Kessler

This bridge is noted for its unusually immense level of ornamentation and decoration for a concrete arch bridge.

Meridian Street Bridge
Joseph W. Summers Memorial Bridge
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Meridian Street Over Fall Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 324 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1917 By: Dunn McCarthy Company and George Edward Kessler

This bridge is richly decorated with numerous ornamental details, a testament to the fact that a famous architect designed it.

Central Avenue Bridge
HSR

Central Avenue Over Fall Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 216 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 38.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 2018 By: Gansburg, Roney and Heywood

This modern bridge is not historic, but it reused some of the stone from the previous 1900 historic bridge, and displays a similar railing and spandrel appearance.

Senate Avenue Bridge
HSR

Senate Avenue (Boulevard Place) Over Fall Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 295 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 38.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is one of an impressive, large group of surviving concrete arch bridges in the city.

16th Street Bridge
HSR

16th Street Over Fall Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 305 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 46.3 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1934 By: E. F. Smith and Indiana State Highway Commission

This is one of a large number of surviving historic concrete arch bridges in Indianapolis.

Fall Creek Aqueduct
HSR

IWC Canal (Indiana Central Canal) Over Fall Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 312 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This is an extremely rare and visually stunning example of an aqueduct bridge in Indiana.

Crown Hill Cemetery Bridge
The Subway Underpass
HSR

38th Street Over Cemetery Drive in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 52 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Edward Strathmann and Company and and D. A. Bohlen and Son

This richly ornamented bridge crossing a cemetery road not only functions as a grade separation, ensuring privacy for cemetery visitors, it is also a visual centerpiece landmark.

39th Street Bridge
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39th Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Fall Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 228 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1905 By: Marion County Construction Company and Henry W. Klaussman

Already a rare bridge type, demolition elsewhere in the city has made this one of the last surviving Melan arch bridges in Indiana.

Main Street Bridge
Carole Lombard Memorial Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over St. Marys River in Fort Wayne: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 304 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1921 By: Herman Tapp Construction Company of Fort Wayne, Indiana and Asa Waters Grosvenor of Fort Wayne, Indiana

This is one of several bridges in the city designed by A. W. Grosvenor who was known for using Melan reinforcing as he did in this bridge.

Hibbs Bridge
Kennedy Crossing, Blue Bridge, Fountain County Bridge 7
HSR

White River Trail Over West Fork White River in Anderson: Madison County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 152 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 13.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Attica Bridge Company of Attica, Indiana

This relocated and preserved historic bridge is noted for its early use of bolted connections and its lightweight Parker truss design.

Pont de Métabetchouan (Métabetchouan Bridge)
HSR

Rue Saint André Over Rivière Couchepaganiche in Métabetchouan: Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This traditionally composed riveted Pratt through truss bridge remains in good condition.

Eagle Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Eagle Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 222 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

A bridge of contrasts, this bridge features a pin-connected through truss span that appears to be very old, plus a newer looking riveted pony truss span.

White River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over White River in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 375 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1886 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is a very early surviving metal truss railroad bridge and was built by the famous Keystone Bridge Company.

Delaware Street Bridge
Marion County Bridge 1805
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Delaware Street Over Fall Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 260 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 59.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1924 By: M. E. White Company of Chicago, Illinois

This is an unaltered and traditionally composed example of a concrete arch bridge.

College Avenue Bridge
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College Avenue Over Fall Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 242 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 40.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1905 By: W. M. Fife and Son and H. C. Adams and H. W. Klausmann

This is a large and extremely rare stone arch bridge with a heavy skew, achieved on this bridge via offset of stones.

Illinois Street Bridge
Marion County Bridge 2502
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Illinois Street Over Fall Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 238 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 2013 By: Hoosier Bridge Company and Melan Arch Construction Company

This modern bridge is not historic, but it reused some of the stone from the previous 1899 historic Melan concrete arch bridge, and displays a similar railing and spandrel appearance.

Monon Trail Bridge
Fall Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Monon Trail Rail-Trail) Over Fall Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

6 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss,

Length: 227 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: American Bridge Works of Chicago, Illinois and Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Converted and preserved for pedestrian use, this bridge is noted for its combination of span types, and uncommon Double-Warren truss main span.

Cooper Bridge
Putnam County Bridge 187
HSR

CR-25 East Over Deer Creek in Rural: Putnam County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 117 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: St. Louis Bridge and Iron Company of St. Louis, Missouri

This relocated, former National Road bridge is noted as a rare surviving example of a bridge built by the St. Louis Bridge Company.

Rondo Road Bridges
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Rondo Road Over I-75 in Rural: Cheboygan County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 217 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1962 By: Holloway Construction Company of Livonia and Wixom, Michigan, E. C. Nolan and Son of Detroit, Michigan, and Others

This bridge is noted for its use of an uncommon Michigan State Highway Department railing, and for crossing the highway via two bridges.

Clover Ford Bridge
Blue River Park Bridge, Shelby County Bridge 13
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Park Lagoon in Shelbyville: Shelby County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 93 ft. Roadway: 12.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This outstanding King Bridge Company Pratt truss bridge was carefully restored and relocated to a park setting for pedestrian use.

Heckel Road Bridge
Vanderburgh County Bridge 76
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Heckel Road Over Bluegrass Creek in Center Township: Vanderburgh County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 152 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Columbus Bridge Company of Columbus, Ohio

This bridge is one of only a few known surviving bridges nationwide by the Columbus Bridge Company.

3rd Line Orton Bridge
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3rd Line Over Speed River in Erin: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of the smallest known examples of a concrete bowstring arch bridge in Ontario!

Toll Gate Line Bridge
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Toll Gate Line Over North Maitland River in Rural: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a relatively long spanning example of a riveted pony truss bridge in Ontario.

Toll Gate Line Lakelet Creek Bridge
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Toll Gate Line Over Lakelet Creek in Howick: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 38 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an extremely rare example of a Queenpost truss in Ontario and its use of pin connections is also rare.

Wellington 6 Bridge
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CR-6 (Wellington 6) Over South Saugeen River in Minto and Wellington North: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a riveted through truss bridge that was built to serve traffic on a more heavily traveled road than many of the other surviving truss bridges in the region.

Sideroad 20 Bridge
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Sideroad 20 Over Beatty Saugeen River in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed Warren pony truss bridge.

North Maitland River Private Bridge
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Private Drive Over North Maitland River in Minto: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a rare pin-connected pony truss located on a private drive.

Trestle Bridge Trail Bridge
Fergus Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Trestle Bridge Trail, Elora Cataract Trailway, Former Canadian National) Over Grand River in Centre-Wellington (Fergus): Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This impressive high level railway bridge is noted for its varying design of deck truss spans.

Brimstone Bridge
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Dominion Road and Bruce Trail Over Credit River in Caledon: Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unaltered concrete rigid-frame bridge is noted for the concrete railing post details which differ from most rigid-frame bridges in Ontario.

Mennonite Buggy Bridge
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Three Bridges Road (TR-21) Over Conestogo River in Woolwich Township: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 12 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1962 By: Mennonite Community Labor Forces

This extremely rare example of a low water crossing in Ontario is also unique because it was designed and built by the local Mennonite community.

Concession Road 4 Bridge
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Concession Road 4 Over Arranvale Creek in Arran-Elderslie: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is a rare example of a concrete arch bridge in Ontario.

Trestle Bridge Trail Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Trestle Bridge Trail, Elora Cataract Trailway, Former Canadian National) Over CR-18 in Centre-Wellington (Fergus): Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditionally composed railway overpass plate girder bridge today serves a rail-trail.

East West Luther Townline Bridge
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East West Luther Townline Over Upper Black Creek in Wellington North and Grand Valley: Dufferin County, Ontario and Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Based on the heavy design of the railing, this bridge appears to be an example of a concrete through girder bridge.

New Hamburg Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Nith River in Wilmot Township (New Hamburg): Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This multi-span plate girder deck truss appears to have had some unusual substructure changes.

The Grange Sideroad Railway Overpass
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The Grange Sideroad Over Railroad (Orangeville Brampton Railway) in Caledon: Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a tiny example of a through plate girder railway overpass.

Caledonia Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National, Southern Ontario Railway) Over Grand River and Caithness Street (CR-54) in Caledonia: Haldimand County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,097 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 14

Built By: Unknown

This is a long multi-span deck plate girder that uses the stone substructure of a previous bridge.

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Wheeler Road Bridge
HSR

Wheeler Road Over M-13 / I-75 Connector in Rural: Bay County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 182 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1961 By: L. A. Davidson of Saginaw, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

Prior to alteration, this was a rare surviving steel stringer overpass bridge with original unaltered R4 railings.

Leroy Street Bridge
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Leroy Street (Business US-23) Over Shiawassee River in Fenton: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 26 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 43 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This 1906 stone arch bridge looks like a concrete arch bridge today because the stones were completely encased in concrete in 1958!

Indian Lake Road Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (M-24 Bike Rail-Trail) Over Indian Lake Road in Oxford: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 19 ft. Main Span: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Unknown

This is an uncommon example of a stone arch overpass in Michigan.

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Noggle Road Bridge
HSR

Noggle Road Over Big Creek in Rural: Arenac County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is an increasingly rare surviving example of a steel stringer bridge with lattice railing.

Gordon Road Bridge
HSR

Gordon Road (Abandoned) Over Big Creek in Rural: Arenac County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an increasingly rare surviving example of a steel stringer bridge with lattice railing.

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M-20 Bridge
HSR

M-20 (Isabella Street) Over Tittabawassee River in Midland: Midland County, Michigan, United States

Metal Cantilever Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 672 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 64 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1955 By: R. C. Mahon Company of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge was a long structure that had an MSHD standard design cantilever deck plate girder system for the main spans.

M-14 Bridge
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M-14 and Business US-23 Over Huron River, Barton Drive, and Railroad in Ann Arbor: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Cantilever Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 917 ft. Main Span: 122 ft. Roadway: 84 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This bridge is a long structure that has an MSHD standard design cantilever deck plate girder system for the main spans.

Carpenter-Rudd Mill Railroad Bridge
Paint Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Paint Creek Rail-Trail) Over Paint Creek in Orion Township (Rudds Mill): Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This small railroad concrete arch bridge today serves a rail-trail at the historical site of a mill.

Garfield Road Bridge
HSR

Garfield Road Over South Branch Pinconning River in Rural: Bay County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown and L. J. Weingartner

This bridge is a representative example of a county design bridge that has railings resembling those usually found on smaller concrete bridges.

Mackinaw Road Whitefeather Drain Bridge
HSR

Mackinaw Road Over Whitefeather Drain in Rural: Bay County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown and L. J. Weingartner

This bridge is a representative example of a county design bridge that has railings resembling those usually found on smaller concrete bridges.

Mackinaw Road Bridge
HSR

Mackinaw Road Over Pinconning River in Rural: Bay County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 22 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This small concrete slab bridge displays a design of railing that may be unique to Bay County.

North Presa Street Bridge
HSR

North Presa Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 178 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Houston Structural Steel Company of Houston, Texas and McKenzie Construction Company and Terrell Bartlett Engineers of San Antonio, Texas

This truly unique bridge is noted for its extreme skew, which includes a bizarre half approach span, and is also noted for the lack of truss vertical members.

TX-16 Bridge
HSR

TX-16 Over Colorado River in Rural: Mills County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,205 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: Unknown and Texas Highway Department

This state standard through truss bridge also features a long series of steel stringer approach spans.

Brackenridge Park Bowstring Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Metal 10 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This rare King Bridge Company cast and wrought iron bowstring truss bridge has been altered by having its top chord filled with concrete!

Wilson Bridge
HSR

Scotch River Road Over Scotch River in The Nation: Prescott and Russell United Counties, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Ontario Bridge Company of Toronto, Ontario

This traditional riveted pony truss bridge has an enormous plaque on it!

Maple Road Pedestrian Overpass
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Maple Road in Bloomfield Township: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Aluminum) Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 212 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1969 By: Reynolds Metals Company of Richmond, Virginia (Grand Rapids Plant) and Aluminum and Architectural Metals Company of Detroit, Michigan and Main and Fox of Birmingham, Michigan

The largest of its kind in the world when completed, this is one of a few unusual arch pedestrian overpass bridges in metro Detroit, noted for their appearance and use of an aluminum superstructure.

Middlebelt Road Pedestrian Overpass
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Middlebelt Road in Livonia: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Aluminum) Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Reynolds Metals Company of Richmond, Virginia (Possible Fabricator)

This is one of a few unusual arch pedestrian overpass bridges in metro Detroit, noted for their appearance and use of an aluminum superstructure.

Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard Pedestrian Overpass
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard in Pontiac: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Aluminum) Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1966 By: Reynolds Metals Company of Richmond, Virginia (Possible Fabricator)

This is one of a few unusual arch pedestrian overpass bridges in metro Detroit, noted for their appearance and use of an aluminum superstructure.

Wilder Road Bridge
HSR

Wilder Road Over South Branch Flint River in Metamora: Lapeer County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This is a rare surviving example of a steel stringer bridge with lattice railing.

Prison Road Bridge
HSR

Prison Road (TR-567) Over South Fork Tenmile Creek in Rural: Greene County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Howe Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Greene County, Pennsylvania

This very unusual bridge is unique as a Howe truss with a Camelback arrangement of the top chord.

Woodside Road Bridge
HSR

Woodside Road (TR-103) Over Sycamore Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Although its decorative finial plaques have gone missing, this bridge is an example of a bridge built by the Canton Bridge Company.

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Jordan Narrows Bridge
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West 1500 North (West 9600 North) Over Jordan River in Lehi: Utah County, Utah, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 121 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Midland Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri

This bridge is a rare surviving example of a truss bridge in Utah and was bypassed and left standing.

Carterville Road Bridge
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Provo River Trail (Former Carterville Road, 5600 North) Over Provo River in Provo: Utah County, Utah, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small pony truss stands out in a state that has very few surviving metal truss bridges of any kind.

Weber River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Utah Central Railroad) Over Weber River in Ogden: Weber County, Utah, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed example of a railroad pin-connected Pratt through truss.

Old Mill Road Bridge
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Old Mill Road (TR-219) Over McMichaels Creek in Scotia: Monroe County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Horseheads Bridge Company of Horseheads, New York and Sam B. Palmer of Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

This is one of a small number of surviving bridges by Horseheads Bridge company, and like many of the company's bridges, this one has unusual design details.

Big East River Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Big East River in Huntsville: Muskoka District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a classic riveted Warren pony truss railway bridge.

McKechnie Sideroad Bridge
HSR

McKechnie Sideroad Over Snake Creek in Saugeen Shores: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional riveted pony truss bridge has been closed to traffic.

Black Oak Road Bridge
HSR

Private Drive (Black Oak Road) Over North Branch Potomac River in Rural: Allegany County, Maryland and Mineral County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 234 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This bridge was originally built for the Western Maryland Railway, but the road and bridge later was turned into a private drive for motor vehicles.

Capon Bridge
HSR

US-50 (Northwestern Turnpike) Over Cacapon River in Capon Bridge: Hampshire County, West Virginia, United States

Arch, Fixed

Length: 185 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Wheeling Structural Steel Company of Wheeling, West Virginia and E. R. Mills

This bridge, a centerpiece for the community that is named after it, was saved from demolition after a fight from concerned community members.

Capon Lake Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Abandoned Capon Springs Road Alignment) Over Cacapon River in Rural: Hampshire County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 16 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 176 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1874 By: T. B. White and Sons of New Brighton, Pennsylvania (Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania)

This is an extremely early surviving example of a pin-connected Whipple through truss bridge.

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John Blue Bridge
Blue Beach Bridge
HSR

WV-28 (Cumberland Road) Over South Branch Potomac River in Rural: Hampshire County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss,

Length: 420 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This bridge is a good example of a state design truss bridge in West Virginia, with its combination of through and pony truss spans.

Old WV-55 Bridge
HSR

CR-55/20 (Old WV-55) Over Lost River in Rural: Hardy County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 144 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This bridge is the last surviving historic truss bridge in the county.

US-220 South Branch Potomac River Bridge
Petersburg Pike Bridge
HSR

US-220 (Petersburg Pike, Abandoned Alignment) Over South Branch Potomac River in Rural: Pendleton County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 204 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown

This impressive Parker through truss bridge was bypassed and abandoned in 2006.

Littleton Bridge
HSR

CR-12 (Long Drain Road, Abandoned Alignment) Over West Fork of Fish Creek in Littleton: Wetzel County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This classic example of a Canton Bridge Company through truss was bypassed and abandoned in 2006.

Hutchinson Bridge
Fairmont Coal Company Bridge, Consolidation Coal Company Bridge
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CR-90/3 Over West Fork River in Rural: Marion County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Continuous (Straight Chords) 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 305 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This unusual continuous through truss appears to be been moved here from another location.

Mary Ellen Street Bridge
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Mary Ellen Street Over Pyles Fork in Mannington: Marion County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This traditional through plate girder bridge is seated on handsome stone abutments.

Hemick Lane Bridge
HSR

Hemick Lane Over New Creek in New Creek: Mineral County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive riveted pony truss bridge serves a private driveway.

North Mill Creek Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over North Mill Creek in Rural: Pendleton County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This riveted pony truss serves a private drive.

Old Reynolds Road Bridge
HSR

Old Reynolds Road (Morrison Road) Over Georges Creek in Rural: Allegany County, Maryland, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This traditional half-hip pony truss bridge has been closed to traffic.

Taylor Avenue Bridge
HSR

Taylor Avenue (KY-1211) Over Benson Creek in Frankfort: Franklin County, Kentucky, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 285 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1957 By: Unknown

This is an unaltered and attractive example of a curved t-beam bridge, one of an impressive collection of historic bridges in Frankfort.

Coachman Road Bridge
Moss Rainbow Arch
HSR

FL-590 (Northeast Coachman Road) Over Alligator Creek in Clearwater: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 28.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This small bridge is the only rainbow arch bridge in Florida and also an extremely unusual example of such a bridge built by a Luten company.

Hillsborough River Lift Bridge
T. N. Henderson Bridge
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US-92 and FL-600 Eastbound Over Hillsborough River in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 360 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 40.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Cone Brothers Construction Company of Tampa, Florida and J. H. Dowling

This is a regionally rare example of a vertical lift highway bridge.

Seven Mile Bridge
Moser Channel Bridge, Piegon Key Bridge, Knight's Key Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Old US-1 Alignment, Former Railroad (Florida East Coast Railway)) Over Moser Channel in Marathon: Monroe County, Florida, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 35,720 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 335

Built 1912 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Terry and Tench of New York, New York and Joseph C. Meredith and William J. Krome

This bridge is the longest of the numerous bridge composing the Florida East Coast Railway Extension, and is noted for its combination of concrete arch spans and steel plate girder spans.

Long Key Viaduct
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Old US-1 Alignment, Former Railroad (Florida East Coast Railway)) Over Long Key Channel in Rural: Monroe County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 11,975 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 180

Built 1912 By: Unknown and Joseph C. Meredith and William J. Krome

This is the longest concrete arch bridge of the various bridges which were built on the Florida Keys for the Florida East Coast Railway Extension.

Channel Five Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Old US-1 Alignment, Former Railroad (Florida East Coast Railway)) Over Channel Five in Rural: Monroe County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 4,538 ft.

Built 1912 By: Unknown and Joseph C. Meredith and William J. Krome

This is one of a number of concrete arch bridges composing the Florida East Coast Railway Extension.

Tom's Harbor Channel Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway (Old US-1 Alignment, Former Railroad (Florida East Coast Railway)) Over Tom's Harbor Channel in Marathon: Monroe County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,432 ft.

Built 1912 By: Unknown and Joseph C. Meredith and William J. Krome

This is one of a number of concrete arch bridges composing the Florida East Coast Railway Extension.

Truman Bridge
HSR

Duck Key Drive (Bimini Drive) Over Unnamed Channel in Marathon: Monroe County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1955 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its arch design and for its unique and attractive railing design.

Oldtown Toll Bridge
HSR

Green Spring Road Over North Branch Potomac River in Oldtown: Allegany County, Maryland and Hampshire County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 314 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 11

Built 1937 By: Unknown

This very unusual bridge is a privately owned, tolled, low water crossing.

Old Bloomington Bridge
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WV-46 (Abandoned Alignment) Over North Branch Potomac River in Bloomington: Garrett County, Maryland and Mineral County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a long-abandoned state design highway truss bridge.

Washington Street Bridge
HSR

Washington Street Over Georges Creek in Westernport: Allegany County, Maryland, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is a good example of a traditionally composed steel through plate girder bridge.

Danforth Street Bridge
HSR

Danforth Street (Hillside Street) Over Sudbury River in Framingham: Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York

This is one of the best and richly ornamented examples of a Phoenix column pony truss bridge in the country.

Mahanoy Creek Bridge
HSR

Creek Hill Road, Amish School Road (TR-377) Over Mahanoy Creek in Rural: Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 129 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This bridge includes the distinctive ornamental portal bracing of the famous King Bridge Company.

Lone Star Brewery Bridge
HSR

Museum Reach Riverwalk Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Originally a skybridge between two buildings of the historic Lone Star Brewery, this truly unique bridge was moved and preserved for pedestrian use.

Travis Street Bridge
HSR

East Travis Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Bart Moore Inc. of San Antonio, Texas and C. Raeber

While perhaps of limited significance individually, this bridge is notable as the large group of bridges found over the San Antonio River near the center of the city.

South St. Mary's Street Bridge
HSR

South St. Mary's Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Texas Construction Company and A. K. Nicolaysen

This concrete t-beam bridge is noted for its highly ornamental details.

Frazier Street Bridge
Junction Hollow Bridge, Four Mile Run Bridge
HSR

I-376, US-22, US-30 (Penn Lincoln Parkway / Parkway East) Over 4 Mile Run and Various Streets and Railroad in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,015 ft. Main Span: 264 ft. Roadway: 92 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1951 By: B. Perini and Sons of Framingham, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This large deck truss soars over an entire neighborhood hidden in the valley below.

Main Street Bridge
Wheeling Stone Arch Bridge
HSR

Main Street (CR-18, WV-2) Over Wheeling Creek in Wheeling: Ohio County, West Virginia, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 233 ft. Main Span: 159 ft. Roadway: 30.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Paige, Carey and Company of New York, New York and F. L. Hoge and A. L. White

This handsome stone arch bridge is noted for its lack of alteration and impressive span length.

Wheeling Creek Railroad Bridges
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Wheeling Creek in Wheeling: Ohio County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

There are several abandoned plate girder railroad bridges right beside each other in downtown Wheeling.

Hempfield Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Wheeling Heritage Rail-Trail) Over Wheeling Creek in Wheeling: Ohio County, West Virginia, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Girder, Fixed

Length: 336 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1857 By: Unknown and Charles Ellet

This large and very old stone arch bridge is noted for its curved design and for leading directly into an equally impressive tunnel.

US-283 Clear Fork Brazos River Bridge
TX-23 Clear Fork Brazos River Bridge
HSR

US-283 (Former TX-23) Over Clear Fork Brazos River in Rural: Shackelford County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Girder, Fixed

Length: 457 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia and Maney and Alley of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Texas Highway Department

This state design through truss bridge was bypassed and left standing next to its replacement bridge for pedestrian use.

Old Alton Road Bridge
Goat Man's Bridge, Copper Canyon Road Bridge
HSR

Old Alton Road (Former Alignment) Over Hickory Creek in Denton: Denton County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This notable example of a product of the famous King Bridge Company has been bypassed and preserved for pedestrian use.

Rector Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Unnamed Waterway in Denton: Denton County, Texas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 11.9 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas, Charles R. Moore, Agent

This bridge is a classic Pratt truss bridge that was relocated and preserved on Guyer High School grounds.

Commerce Street Bridge (Middle)
HSR

Commerce Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1914 By: Charles M. Schoenfeld and Sons of Tyler, Texas and A. K. Nicolaysen

This bridge is noted for its handsome ornamental details that make it stand out among the many historic concrete bridges in the area.

Edmund Pettus Bridge
Selma Bridge
HSR

US-80 Business (Broad Street) Over Alabama River in Selma: Dallas County, Alabama, United States

Metal Hingeless Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,248 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Roadway: 42.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: T. A. Loving Company of Goldsboro, North Carolina and Nashville Bridge Company of Nashville Tennessee and Hensen K. Stevenson

This famous bridge is famous for being the site of Bloody Sunday, however the bridge is also significant for its engineering design as well.

Donald Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Park Lagoon in Denton: Denton County, Texas, United States

Metal 4 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This bridge is one of two similar pony truss bridges that were relocated and preserved on display at the Denton County Administrative Complex.

Gregory Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Park Lagoon in Denton: Denton County, Texas, United States

Metal 3 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This bridge is one of two similar pony truss bridges that were relocated and preserved on display at the Denton County Administrative Complex.

Elm Fork Bridge
FM-428 Bridge
HSR

Greenbelt Trail (Old FM-428, Sherman Drive Alignment) Over Elm Fork Trinity River in Rural: Denton County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 247 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Denton Construction Company

Bypassed and preserved for pedestrian use, this bridge is noted for its combination of pony and through truss spans.

La Grange Bridge
Buffalo Trail Bridge
HSR

TX-71 Business Over Colorado River in La Grange: Fayette County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,414 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1941 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas and Illinois Steel Bridge Company of Jacksonville, Illinois and Texas Highway Department

This is a large example of a state designed through truss bridge in Texas.

Mill Pond Park Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Mill Creek in San Saba: San Saba County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This classic Pratt truss bridge has been relocated and preserved in a park setting for pedestrian use.

Newcastle Bridge
HSR

US-380 (Abandoned Alignment) (Hardin Lane) (Former TX-120) Over Brazos River in Newcastle: Young County, Texas, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 850 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1932 By: Buckner Brothers of Cleburne, Texas and Texas Highway Department

Bypassed and abandoned, this impressive multi-span through truss bridge soars over the Brazos River valley.

Commerce Street Bridge West
HSR

East Commerce Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1925 By: Unknown

While perhaps of limited significance individually, this bridge is notable as the large group of bridges found over the San Antonio River near the center of the city.

Convent Street Bridge
HSR

Convent Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 38.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: J. G. Jeffery and C. Raeber

While perhaps of limited significance individually, this bridge is notable as the large group of bridges found over the San Antonio River near the center of the city.

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6th Street Viaduct
6th Street Bridge
HSR

6th Street (Whittier Boulevard) Over Los Angeles River and Various Roads and Railroads in Los Angeles: Los Angeles County, California, United States

Metal Hingeless Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 2,959 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia and J. F. Knapp of Oakland, California and Merrill Butler

This bridge and famous filming location was unique, with its long, sweeping approach spans that led to distinctive, skewed steel arch spans positioned to accommodate a curve of the roadway.

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Gerald Desmond Bridge
HSR

Ocean Boulevard (I-710, Seaside Freeway) Over Back Channel (Port of Long Beach) in Long Beach: Los Angeles County, California, United States

Metal Cantilever (Arch and Suspended Deck) 18 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 6,075 ft. Main Span: 527 ft. Roadway: 61 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1968 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Moffatt and Nichol

This bridge is an uncommon example of a bridge which is configured as a cantilever truss bridge with a tied arch suspended span.

Collinsville City Park Bridge
HSR

Park Drive Over Park Drain in Collinsville: Grayson County, Texas, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional standard Texas pony truss bridge appears to have been moved to this location from an unknown previous location.

Loy Lake Park Bridge
CR-597 Iron Ore Creek Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Park Drain in Denison: Grayson County, Texas, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Midland Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri

This traditional riveted pony truss bridge has found a new home nestled in a wooded park setting.

Peach Creek Bridge
CR-353 Bridge
HSR

CR-353 Over Peach Creek in Rural: Gonzales County, Texas, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 10.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: New Jersey Steel and Iron Company of Trenton, New Jersey, E.P. Alsbury and Sons, Agents

This extremely short pin-connected through truss bridge with attractive ornamental details has been beautifully preserved for continued vehicular use!

Rowe Valley Bridge
Easley Bridge
HSR

CR-366 (Abandoned Alignment) Over San Gabriel River in Rural: Williamson County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 244 ft. Main Span: 159 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This bypassed and abandoned bridge is noted for its combination of uncommon truss types.

Seawillow Bridge
Young Lane Bridge
HSR

CR-197 (Young Lane, Abandoned Alignment) Over Plum Creek in Rural: Caldwell County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This classic pin-connected Pratt through truss bridge was bypassed and abandoned in 1985.

Robin Ranch Road Bridge
HSR

Robin Ranch Road (CR-213) Over Clear Fork Plum Creek in Rural: Caldwell County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional Pratt through truss was bypassed and abandoned in 1997.

Smothers Creek Bridge
CR-183 Bridge
HSR

CR-183 Over Smothers Creek in Rural: Lavaca County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This bridge was in the process of being preserved when its owner gave up and decided to simply replace it with a slab of concrete.

Grayson Street Bridge
HSR

Grayson Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: J. G. Jeffery and C. Raeber

While perhaps of limited significance individually, this bridge is notable as the large group of bridges found over the San Antonio River near the center of the city.

Josephine Street Bridge
HSR

Josephine Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: J. G. Jeffery and C. Raeber

While perhaps of limited significance individually, this bridge is notable as the large group of bridges found over the San Antonio River near the center of the city.

Houston Street Bridge
HSR

Houston Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1925 By: Jones and Day

This bridge has a unique railing design that differs from other historic bridges in the downtown area.

Pecan Street Bridge
HSR

Pecan Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 37 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1927 By: Pryor and Jeffrey and C. Raeber

While perhaps of limited significance individually, this bridge is notable as the large group of bridges found over the San Antonio River near the center of the city.

Dolorosa Street Bridge
HSR

Kallison Walk (Former Dolorosa Street) Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Unknown and C. Raeber

While perhaps of limited significance individually, this bridge is notable as the large group of bridges found over the San Antonio River near the center of the city.

Jones Avenue Bridge
Grand Avenue Bridge
HSR

Jones Avenue (Former Grand Avenue) Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: J. G. Jeffery and C. Raeber

While many bridges in this area built in the 1920s were concrete t-beam bridges, this one is a steel stringer with a jack-arch deck.

Navarro Street Bridge Middle
HSR

Navarro Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Metal 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia and Terrell Bartlett Engineers of San Antonio, Texas

This unusual pony truss is noted for its polygonal design, but with a long horizontal section, and use of concrete railings.

Arsenal Street Bridge
HSR

Arsenal Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Metal 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 37.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Walsh - Burney and Moore and S. F. Crecelius

This unusual pony truss is noted for its polygonal design, but with a long horizontal section.

Hubbard Creek Bridge
HSR

FM-601 Over Hubbard Creek in Rural: Shackelford County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 266 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Crouch and Noland of Strawn, Texas and Texas Highway Department

This bridge is notable as a small scale truss bridge designed by the Texas Highway Department.

Richmond Avenue Bridge
HSR

Richmond Avenue Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Bart Moore Inc. of San Antonio, Texas and C. Raeber

This bridge stands out among the many historic bridges of downtown San Antonio for its plate girder design and unique railings.

Alamo and Lasoya Streets Bridge
HSR

Alamo Street and Lasoya Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1967 By: Unknown

While perhaps of limited significance individually, this bridge is notable as the large group of bridges found over the San Antonio River near the center of the city.

Arneson Theater Bridge
Rosita's Bridge
HSR

San Antonio River Walk Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Works Progress Administration Forces and Robert H.H. Hugman

This is one of several attractive pedestrian footbridges that form part of the river walk.

San Antonio River Walk Bridge
HSR

San Antonio River Walk Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several attractive pedestrian footbridges that form part of the river walk.

Selena's Bridge
La Mansion Del Rio Bridge
HSR

San Antonio River Walk Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Works Progress Administration Forces and Robert H.H. Hugman

This is one of several attractive pedestrian footbridges that form part of the river walk.

River Walk Loop South Entrance Bridge
HSR

San Antonio River Walk Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This is one of several attractive pedestrian footbridges that form part of the river walk.

River Walk Flood Gate Bridge
HSR

San Antonio River Walk Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 10 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1941 By: Works Progress Administration Forces and Robert H.H. Hugman

This river walk bridge also functions as a flood control gate for the river.

North St. Mary's Street Bridge North
HSR

North St. Mary's Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1915 By: J. H. Richardson Company of Houston, Texas and A. K. Nicolaysen

This is one of the more ornately decorated of the many surviving historic concrete t-beam bridges in the city.

Villita Street Bridge
HSR

Villita Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1927 By: Walsh and Burney and S. F. Crecelius

This bridge has a railing design that greatly differs from the style found on most of the other t-beam bridges in the area.

North St. Mary's Street Bridge South
HSR

North St. Mary's Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1925 By: McKenzie Construction Company and Terrell Bartlett Engineers of San Antonio, Texas

While perhaps of limited significance individually, this bridge is notable as the large group of bridges found over the San Antonio River near the center of the city.

Hilton Hotel River Walk Bridge
HSR

San Antonio River Walk Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Works Progress Administration Forces and Robert H.H. Hugman

This is one of several attractive pedestrian footbridges that form part of the river walk.

Pine Plains Road Bridge
HSR

Pine Plains Road (Sideroad 17 Adjala-Tosorontio) Over Pine River in Adjala-Tosorontio: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a regionally extremely rare surviving example of a highway deck truss, and is unusual nationwide as a short span deck truss.

Weisenberg Road Bridge
HSR

Weisenberg Road Over Cox Creek in Woolwich and Centre Wellington: Waterloo Region, Ontario and Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown and Bowman and Connor of Toronto and Kitchener, Ontario

This is an early and rare surviving example of a concrete through girder in Ontario.

9th Line Railway Overpass
HSR

9th Line Over Railroad (Canadian Pacific) in New Tecumseth: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 91 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

This timber railway overpass bridge is noted for its humped deck and narrow roadway.

7th Line Railway Overpass
HSR

7th Line Over Railroad (Canadian Pacific) in New Tecumseth: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 33.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an uncommon example of a rural concrete arch railway overpass bridge.

Little's Bridge
HSR

Sideroad 25 North Over Aberfoyle Creek in Puslinch: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 23 ft. Main Span: 23 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This small scale bridge is noted as a very early surviving example of a reinforced concrete bridge in Ontario.

Lexington Avenue Bridge
4th Street Bridge
HSR

Lexington Avenue (4th Street) Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: Pryor and Jeffrey and C. Raeber

While perhaps of limited significance individually, this bridge is notable as the large group of bridges found over the San Antonio River near the center of the city.

Market Street Bridge West
HSR

Market Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 45 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1927 By: Unknown

While perhaps of limited significance individually, this bridge is notable as the large group of bridges found over the San Antonio River near the center of the city.

Market Street Bridge Middle
HSR

Market Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 42.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: Pryor and Jeffrey and C. Raeber

While perhaps of limited significance individually, this bridge is notable as the large group of bridges found over the San Antonio River near the center of the city.

Martin Street Bridge
HSR

Martin Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1927 By: J. G. Jeffery and C. Raeber

While perhaps of limited significance individually, this bridge is notable as the large group of bridges found over the San Antonio River near the center of the city.

Plum Creek Bridge
HSR

US-90 and US-183 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Plum Creek in Rural: Caldwell County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,205 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia and Grant Williams of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Texas Highway Department

Bypassed and abandoned, this bridge features a relatively small state design through truss span and a long series of approach spans.

Pont Morisset (Morisset Bridge)
Pont de Morisset-Station (Morisset-Station Bridge)
HSR

QC-275 Over Rivière Famine in Saint-Prosper: Chaudiére-Appalaches, Québec, Canada

Metal Cantilever 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 399 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: Eastern Canada Steel and Iron Works of Montréal, Québec

This very unusually configured riveted deck truss highway bridge was rehabilitated in 2019.

Pont de Dewittville (Dewittville Bridge)
HSR

Chemin du Pont Dewittville (Montée de Rockburn) Over Rivière Châteauguay in Dewittville (Godmanchester): Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This classic riveted through truss bridge has been closed to traffic.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Rivière l'Acadie (Arcadia River Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National) Over Rivière l'Acadie in Chambly and Carignan: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned railway through truss is noted for its decorative portal bracing design.

Vida Shaw Bridge
HSR

Vida Shaw Road Over Bayou Teche in Rural: Iberia Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 202 ft. Main Span: 147 ft. Roadway: 13.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Daniel Jeffrey and Sons Inc. of Jeanerette, Louisiana and Thomas J. Jones

This is one of the most significant highway swing bridges in Louisiana, and it has had an uncertain future after having been closed to traffic for many years.

Loreauville Bridge
HSR

LA-344 Over Bayou Teche in Loreauville: Iberia Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 226 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Unknown and Louisiana Department of Highways

This bridge is one of a significant number of vertical lift bridges built in Louisiana from the 1930s through the 1960s.

Milton Bridge
HSR

LA-92 (Milton Road) Over Bayou Vermilion (Vermilion River) in Milton: Lafayette Parish, Louisiana and Vermilion Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 336 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: Unknown and Louisiana Department of Highways

This bridge is one of a significant number of vertical lift bridges built in Louisiana from the 1930s through the 1960s.

Perry Bridge
HSR

LA-82 (Elm Street) Over Bayou Vermilion (Vermilion River) in Perry: Vermilion Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 383 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Unknown and Louisiana Department of Highways

This bridge is one of a significant number of vertical lift bridges built in Louisiana from the 1930s through the 1960s.

Abbeville Bridge
Veterans Memorial Bridge
HSR

LA-14 (Pere Megret Street) Over Bayou Vermilion (Vermilion River) in Abbeville: Vermilion Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 241 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown and Louisiana Department of Highways

This bridge is one of a significant number of vertical lift bridges built in Louisiana from the 1930s through the 1960s.

LA-14 Bypass Bridge
HSR

LA-14 Bypass (Veterans Memorial Drive) Over Bayou Vermilion (Vermilion River) in Abbeville: Vermilion Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed (Tower Drive)

Length: 353 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 53.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Coastal Contractors Inc. of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Orleans Materials and Equipment Company of New Orleans, Louisiana and Louisiana Department of Highways

This bridge is one of a significant number of vertical lift bridges built in Louisiana from the 1930s through the 1960s.

Claiborne Avenue Bridge
Judge Seeber Bridge
HSR

Claiborne Avenue (LA-39) Over Inner Harbor Navigation Canal (Industrial Canal) in New Orleans: Orleans Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,535 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Roadway: 54 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Boh Brothers Construction Company of New Orleans, Louisiana and Louisiana Department of Highways (Sidney Poleynard)

This vertical lift bridge which also includes a long approach system stands out in Louisiana for its large size.

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Pearlington Bridge
East Pearl River Bridge
HSR

US-90 (Chef Menteur Highway) Over East Pearl River in Pearlington: St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, and Hancock County, Mississippi, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 961 ft. Main Span: 280 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This bridge is noted as one of the largest swing bridges in the region, both in terms of swing span size and overall bridge length.

Chef Menteur Pass Bridge
Fort Macomb Bridge
HSR

US-90 (Chef Menteur Highway) Over Chef Menteur Pass in New Orleans: Orleans Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,175 ft. Main Span: 270 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission (E. L. Erickson)

This large swing span is complimented by large fixed approach truss spans, and is among the largest swing bridges in the region.

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White Kitchen Bridge
West Pearl River Bridge
HSR

US-90 (Chef Menteur Highway) Over West Pearl River in White Kitchen: St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 570 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: W. Horace Williams Company of New Orleans, Louisiana and Louisiana Highway Commission

This bridge is an outstanding example of a through truss vertical lift bridge of small scale.

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US-90 Middle Middle Pearl River Bridge
HSR

US-90 (Chef Menteur Highway) Over Middle Middle Pearl River in Rural: St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 582 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This is one of a trio of multi-span pony truss bridges along this stretch of road.

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US-90 East Middle Pearl River Bridge
HSR

US-90 (Chef Menteur Highway) Over East Middle Pearl River in Rural: St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 582 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This is one of a trio of multi-span pony truss bridges along this stretch of road.

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US-90 West Middle River Bridge
HSR

US-90 (Chef Menteur Highway) Over West Middle River in Rural: St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 582 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This is one of a trio of multi-span pony truss bridges along this stretch of road.

Seabrook Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) and Former Hayne Boulevard (Highway Deck Removed) Over Inner Harbor Navigation Canal (Industrial Canal) in New Orleans: Orleans Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion)

Length: 266 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge is one of three impressive Strauss heel-trunnion bascule bridges on this canal.

Alamonster Avenue Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) and Former Alamonster Avenue Over Inner Harbor Navigation Canal (Industrial Canal) in New Orleans: Orleans Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion)

Length: 282 ft. Main Span: 117 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge is one of three impressive Strauss heel-trunnion bascule bridges on this canal.

Duperior Bridge
HSR

Duperior Avenue (LA-86, Bridge Street) Over Bayou Teche in New Iberia: Iberia Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 241 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Vincennes Steel Corporation of Vincennes, Indiana (Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana) and Louisiana Highway Commission

In a state known for swing and lift bridges on its highways, this handsome double-leaf bascule bridge stands out as rare.

Bayou Black Bridge
HSR

LA-182 (Bayou Black Drive) (Old US-90 Alignment) Over Bayou Black in Rural: Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 189 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1946 By: Robinson and Young of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Louisiana Highway Commission

This is a very unusual lightweight deck truss vertical lift bridge that has had all traces of its lift towers removed.

Lockport Company Canal Bridge
HSR

LA-1 (Crescent Avenue) Over Company Canal in Lockport: Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 370 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission

This bridge is a good example of a state standard 150 foot vertical lift bridge,and it has a different appearance from shorter lift bridges in the state.

Charenton Bridge
HSR

LA-324 (Convent Street) Over Bayou Teche in Charenton: St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 350 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas and Louisiana Highway Commission

This is one of a number of surviving standard plan pony truss swing bridges in the state.

Parks Bridge
HSR

LA-350 (Bridge Street) Over Bayou Teche in Parks: St. Martin Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 247 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission

This bridge is one of a significant number of vertical lift bridges built in Louisiana from the 1930s through the 1960s.

St. John Bridge
Levert - St. John Bridge
HSR

St. John Bridge Road (Abandoned) and Railroad (Abandoned) Over Bayou Teche in Rural (St. John): St. Martin Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 264 ft. Main Span: 227 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is a very rare example of a pin-connected swing truss bridge in Louisiana.

St. Martinville Bridge
HSR

LA-96 (Bridge Street) Over Bayou Teche in St. Martinville: St. Martin Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 230 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1942 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission

This is a small riveted deck plate girder swing bridge that sits very close to the water level.

St. Claude Avenue Bridge
HSR

St. Claude Avenue (LA-46) Over Inner Harbor Navigation Canal (Industrial Canal) in New Orleans: Orleans Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion)

Length: 137 ft. Main Span: 137 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This impressive Strauss heel-trunnion bascule bridge carries vehicular traffic on three different decks.

Arnprior Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National Renfrew Subdivision) Over Madawaska River in Arnprior: Renfrew County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 413 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1893 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

With an 1893 construction date, this bridge is one of the oldest known (dated) rivet-connected truss bridges in Ontario.

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Krugerdorf Bridge
HSR

Pacaud Chamberlain Boundary Road Over Blanche River in Chamberlain Township (Krugerdorf): Timiskaming District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Howe Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 197 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a unique timber Howe truss presented in an unusual polygonal configuration.

Harmans Road Bridge
HSR

Harmans Road Over St. Jean Baptiste Creek in Evantural Township: Timiskaming District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a rare surviving example of a highway Baltimore truss bridge in Ontario.

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East Back Line Bridge
HSR

East Back Line Over North Saugeen River in Holland Centre (Chatsworth): Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a tiny little riveted Warren truss bridge that retains good historic integrity aside from the addition of modern guardrail.

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Hamilton Road Bridge
HSR

Hamilton Road Over North Saugeen River in Holland Centre (Chatsworth): Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a classic riveted Warren pony truss highway bridge.

Thornbury Railway Bridge
Georgian Trail Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Georgian Rail-Trail, Former North Simcoe Railway Grey Branch) Over Beaver River in Thornbury (The Blue Mountains): Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an uncommon surviving example of a railway deck truss in this region of Ontario, and also has a substantial approach system.

LA-24 Bridge
HSR

LA-24 Over Bayou Petit Callou (Bayou Little Callou) in Houma: Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam),

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission

This bridge is one of a significant number of vertical lift bridges built in Louisiana from the 1930s through the 1960s.

LA-661 Bridge
HSR

LA-661 (Van Avenue) Over Bayou LaCarpe in Houma: Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 196 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission

This bridge is one of a significant number of vertical lift bridges built in Louisiana from the 1930s through the 1960s.

Raceland LA-182 Bridge
HSR

LA-182 (Mill Street, Former US-90) Over Bayou Lafourche in Raceland: Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission

This bridge is one of a significant number of vertical lift bridges built in Louisiana from the 1930s through the 1960s.

Rita Bridge
Lockport Swing Bridge
HSR

LA-665 Over Bayou Lafourche in Lockport: Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 212 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission

This swing bridge features a graceful variable depth deck plate girder for its superstructure.

Grizzaffi Bridge
E.J. "Lionel" Grizzaffi Bridge
HSR

US-90 Over Atchafalaya River (Berwick Bay) in Berwick and Morgan City: St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Cantilever 16 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 17,733 ft. Main Span: 617 ft. Roadway: 68 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1977 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and E. Lionel Pavlo of New York

This bridge is still a little too young to be considered to have any significant historic value, but it offers a comparison to the nearby historic K-truss bridge.

Morgan City Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Atchafalaya River (Berwick Bay) in Berwick and Morgan City: St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive)

Length: 1,837 ft. Main Span: 270 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This swing bridge was later altered in the 1960s by the addition of a vertical lift span.

Raceland Bridge
HSR

Unnamed LA-308 to LA-1 and LA-182 Connector Over Bayou Lafourche in Raceland: Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 195 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1968 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission

This bridge is one of a significant number of vertical lift bridges built in Louisiana from the 1930s through the 1960s.

Beaux Bridge
HSR

LA-336-1 (Bridge Street, Former LA-43) Over Bayou Teche in Beaux Bridge: St. Martin Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 281 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: J. P. Ewin, Inc, of Mobile Alabama and Louisiana Highway Commission

This bridge is one of a significant number of vertical lift bridges built in Louisiana from the 1930s through the 1960s.

Broussard Road Bridge
HSR

LA-733 (Broussard Road) Over Bayou Vermilion (Vermilion River) in Lafayette: Lafayette Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 258 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission

This bridge is one of a significant number of vertical lift bridges built in Louisiana from the 1930s through the 1960s.

Jeanerette Bridge
HSR

LA-671 (Lewis Street) Over Bayou Teche in Jeanerette: Iberia Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 294 ft. Main Span: 204 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1944 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission

This is a standard plan pony truss swing bridge on a bayou with many surviving historic bridges.

Des Allemands Bridge
HSR

LA-631 (Old US-90) Over Bayou Des Allemands in Des Allemands: St. Charles Parish, Louisiana and Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 542 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission

This is a small-scale highway swing bridge with a number of approach spans.

St. Anthony Bridge
HSR

Unnamed Road Over Bayou Black in Rural: Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Cable-Stayed, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1958 By: Unknown

Closed to traffic, this is an example of an unusual cable-stayed swing bridge design found in Louisiana.

Charenton Canal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Charenton Canal in Baldwin: St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 360 ft. Main Span: 207 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad truss swing bridge appears to date to the mid-20th century.

Washington Bridge
Devon Bridge
HSR

US-1 Over Housatonic River in Milford: New Haven County, Connecticut and Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 877 ft. Main Span: 183 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and T. Stuart and Sons of Watertown, Massachusetts and J. A. L. Waddell

This magnificent bridge features an impressive deck truss bascule flanked by graceful concrete arch approach spans.

Middletown Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Connecticut Central Railroad) Over Connecticut River and CT-9 in Middletown: Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,220 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a large and impressive railroad swing bridge with a large approach system as well.

Minortown Road Bridge
HSR

Minortown Road Over Nonewaug River in Woodbury: Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 10.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

Although modern beams have been added to carry the load of traffic, the remaining lenticular trusses themselves retain good historic integrity.

Washington Avenue Bridge
HSR

Washington Avenue Over Mad River in Waterbury: New Haven County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: Corrugated Metal Company of East Berlin, Connecticut (Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut)

This attractive and rare lenticular pony truss bridge no longer carries live loads due to a concrete structure added underneath.

Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Rippowam River in Stamford: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 33.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1888 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This is an extremely rare multi-span lenticular pony truss bridge, also noted for its surviving ornamentation.

Sheffield Street Bridge
HSR

Sheffield Street Over Hancock Brook in Waterbury: New Haven County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This rare lenticular pony truss bridge is abandoned but is noted for its roadway width and lack of alterations.

Roosevelt Island Bridge
Welfare Island Bridge
HSR

36th Avenue Over East River in New York: Manhattan, New York and Queens, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 958 ft. Main Span: 418 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Harris Structural Steel Company of New York, New York and Moore-Lopier Corporation and Knappen-Tippetts-Abbett-McCarthy of New York, New York

This vertical lift bridge provides the only direct vehicular access to Roosevelt Island.

Lullwater Bridge
HSR

Prospect Park Walkway Over Prospect Park Lake in New York: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: McKim, Mead, and White of New York, New York

This unique bridge is noted for its extensive and beautiful cast iron ornamentation

Old Saybrook - Old Lyme Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Amtrak, Northeast Corridor, and Shore Line East) Over Connecticut River in Old Lyme and Old Saybrook: Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss,

Length: 1,570 ft. Main Span: 158 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Unknown and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge is one of the finest and earliest surviving Scherzer rolling lift bascule bridges and is complimented by a long series of pin-connected truss spans.

Boston University Bridge
Cottage Farm Bridge
HSR

Brookline Street (MA-2) Over Charles River, Storrow Drive, and Railroad (MBTA) in Boston and Cambridge: Suffolk County, Massachusetts and Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Two-Hinged Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 724 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and Andrew Canzanelli and Col. Lewis E. Moore

This is an iconic bridge which presents an attractive combination of steel and concrete span types.

North Station Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (MBTA) Over Charles River in Boston and Cambridge: Suffolk County, Massachusetts and Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Length: 500 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and Keller and Harrington of Chicago, Illinois

Originally four parallel skewed bascule spans, today there are only two, but it is still a unique historic bridge.

Boston Public Garden Bridge
Lagoon Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Park Lagoon in Boston: Suffolk County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1867 By: William G. Preston

Although this spectacular bridge has modern beams added to carry live loads, it still displays the oldest known eyebar suspension system in the country.

Mattabesset River Bridge
HSR

Sebethe Drive (Abandoned Section) Over Mattabesset River in Cromwell: Middlesex County, Connecticut and Hartford County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This long-abandoned lenticular truss bridge is located very close to where its famous bridge builder was based.

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New Bedford - Fairhaven Bridge
Fish Island Bridge
HSR

US-6 Over Acushnet River (Middle Channel) in New Bedford and Fairhaven: Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 675 ft. Main Span: 289 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works) and William Fish Williams and George Fillmore Swain

This ornate through truss swing bridge has been rehabilitated and continues to carry heavy traffic and operate for boats.

八幡橋 (Hachiman Bridge) (はちまんばし)
弾正橋 (Danjo Bridge)
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Pedestrian Walkway in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal 5 Panel Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 6.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1878 By: Akabane Plant of the Ministry of Engineering and Squire Whipple and Shoichiro Matsumoto (松本荘一郎)

This is the oldest iron bridge in Japan and the only known surviving overseas example of a Whipple arch bowstring bridge.

Patrick Street Bridge
HSR

US-60 (Patrick Street) Over Kanawha River and Various Roads in Charleston: Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,769 ft. Main Span: 436 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This large bridge is noted for its impressive main span and long series of approach spans of various span types.

Winfield Toll Bridge
Ross Booth Memorial Bridge
HSR

WV-34 Over Kanawha River, WV-62, and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Winfield: Putnam County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Cantilever 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,434 ft. Main Span: 462 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1955 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana and John F. Beasley Company of Muskogee, Oklahoma and Harrington and Cortelyou

This is an increasingly rare example of a large-scale cantilever truss bridge in this region.

Montgomery Bridge
Earl M. Vickers Bridge
HSR

WV-6 Over Kanawha River, US-60, and WV-61 in Smithers and Montgomery: Fayette County, West Virginia and Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,665 ft. Main Span: 486 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This massive bridge is noted for the length of its simple steel truss span.

Dunbar Toll Bridge
Dunbar - South Charleston Bridge
HSR

10th Street (CR-25/47) Over Kanawha River and US-60 in Dunbar and South Charleston: Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Cantilever 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,383 ft. Main Span: 450 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1953 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Hazelet and Erdal of Chicago, Illinois

This is a good and increasingly rare example of a mid 20th century riveted cantilever truss bridge.

Tobin Bridge
Maurice J. Tobin Memorial Bridge
HSR

US-1 Over Mystic River, Little Mystic Channel, and Various Roads in Boston and Chelsea: Suffolk County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Cantilever 22 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 11,906 ft. Main Span: 800 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1950 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois

This enormous bridge is noted for its length, its double deck design, and its variety of spans.

Bailey Island Bridge
Cribstone Bridge
HSR

ME-24 (Harpswell Islands Road) Over Will's Gut in Harpswell: Cumberland County, Maine, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Slab, Fixed

Length: 1,167 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown and Llewellyn N. Edwards

Noted for its dry-laid stone substructure, this is reportedly the only known example in the world of a cribstone bridge, specially designed to allow tidal waters to pass through.

Clark Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Clark Hill Road (Abandoned Section) Over Child's Brook in Worthington: Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Charles H. Ball of East Windsor, Massachusetts

Abandoned and severely deteriorated, this bridge is noted as one of the oldest stringer bridges in the state.

Cummington Ball Bridge
Stage Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Unnamed Drain in Cummington: Hampshire County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 2 Panel Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 29 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Charles H. Ball of East Windsor, Massachusetts

A rare Kingpost truss bridge, this is one of only three surviving examples of a Ball patented pipe truss bridge.

Coleman Bridge
HSR

Windsor Bush Road Over Phelps Brook in Windsor: Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 3 Panel Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 12.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Charles H. Ball of East Windsor, Massachusetts

This is one of only three surviving examples of a Ball patented pipe truss bridge.

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Holiday Cottage Road Bridge
HSR

Holiday Cottage Road Over Wahconah Falls Brook in Dalton: Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 3 Panel Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Charles H. Ball of East Windsor, Massachusetts

This is one of only three surviving examples of a Ball patented pipe truss bridge, and it is now in storage.

Black Creek Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Go (Kitchener Line), Former Grand Trunk Railway) Over Black Creek in Halton Hills: Halton Region, Ontario, Canada

Stone Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1854 By: Unknown

This is a rare and fairly large example of a stone arch bridge in Ontario.

Limehouse Railway Overpass
HSR

Sideroad 22 (5th Line) Over (Go (Kitchener Line), Former Grand Trunk Railway) in Halton Hills (Limehouse): Halton Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 97 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By:

This is an uncommon highway over railway riveted plate girder bridge.

Silver Creek Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Go (Kitchener Line), Via Rail (Toronto-Sarnia Corridor), and Canadian National) Over Silver Creek in Halton Hills (Georgetown): Halton Region, Ontario, Canada

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1853 By: Unknown

This rare stone arch bridge has sadly been altered, but still retains some charm when viewed from the correct side.

Zetland Bridge
HSR

CR-86 (Amberley Road) Over Maitland River in North Huron and Morris-Turnberry: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1963 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its size, steel stringers, and retaining original ornamental railing.

Twin Bridges
HSR

Holland Syndenham Townline Over Walters Creek in Meaford: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This crossing is actually two separate bridges that are separated by only a tiny section of land.

Lee Street Bridge
HSR

Lee Street (US-60 East) Over Elk River in Charleston: Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 9 Panel Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 426 ft. Main Span: 234 ft. Roadway: 38.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This slender single span arch retains good historic integrity and was a product of Depression era relief programs.

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Donald M. Legg Memorial Bridge
Nitro - St. Albans Bridge
HSR

I-64 Over Kanawha River, WV-817, and Railroad in Rural: Putnam County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Cantilever 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,400 ft. Main Span: 563 ft. Roadway: 61.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1962 By: Unknown

This mid 20th century cantilever truss bridge continues to carry interstate highway traffic.

C&O Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned CSX) Over Kanawha River in Charleston: Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 4,291 ft. Main Span: 424 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

Featuring a variety of span types and sizes, and a curved approach, this bridge is also noted for its large main span.

LA-15 Bridge
HSR

LA-15 Over Boeuf River in Rural: Richland Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 493 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission

This classic riveted through truss has had its bracing badly damaged by overheight trucks.

Miller's Bluff Bridge
HSR

LA-2 Over Red River in Hosston: Bossier Parish, Louisiana and Caddo Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,100 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Roadway: 26.2 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1955 By: Allied Structural Steel Companies of Chicago, Illinois and Kansas City Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Louisiana Highway Commission

This large bridge is also noted for its camber that gives it a large overall arch over the river.

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Hebert Bridge
LA-561 Bridge
HSR

LA-561 (Old LA-1497) Over Boeuf River in Rural (Hebert): Richland Parish, Louisiana and Caldwell Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 724 ft. Main Span: 320 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission

This is one of the longer surviving truss spans in the region, and appears to conform to the standard plan for a 320 foot bridge.

Buckner Bridge
HSR

LA-132 Over Boeuf River in Rayville: Richland Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 391 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission

This riveted truss bridge was moved here to replace a previous swing bridge at this location which had itself been moved here many years ago.

Georgetown Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Go (Kitchener Line), Via Rail (Toronto-Sarnia Corridor), and Canadian National) Over West Branch Credit River in Halton Hills (Georgetown): Halton Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 842 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This high level bridge is noted for its unusually enormous stone piers that are wide enough for three tracks.

Stewarttown Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Via Rail (Toronto-Sarnia Corridor), and Canadian National) Over Black Creek in Halton Hills: Halton Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 665 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

This riveted high level plate girder bridge rests on handsome stone piers.

Old Vicksburg Bridge
HSR

Abandoned US-80 Alignment and Railroad (Kansas City Southern) Over Mississippi River in Vicksburg: Warren County, Mississippi and Madison Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Cantilever 26 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 8,546 ft. Main Span: 825 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Harrington, Howard, and Ash of Kansas City, Missouri

This beautiful bridge is among the finest historic bridges on the Mississippi River, yet it has been sadly closed off to the public.

Vicksburg I-20 Bridge
HSR

I-20 and US-80 Over Mississippi River in Vicksburg: Warren County, Mississippi and Madison Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 11,052 ft. Main Span: 870 ft. Roadway: 60.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1973 By: Allied Structural Steel Company of Chicago, Illinois and E. Lionel Pavlo of New York

This bridge is to young to be of any notable historic significance, but is included as a comparison to the nearby Old Vicksburg Bridge.

Keesler Bridge
HSR

Grand Boulevard (Fulton Street) Over Yazoo River in Greenwood: Leflore County, Mississippi, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 709 ft. Main Span: 290 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Riley-Bailey Construction Company of St. Louis, Missouri

This nicely detailed swing bridge forms a stunning gateway for downtown Greenwood.

Hinman Bridge
HSR

US-82 (11th Street) Over Yazoo River in Greenwood: Leflore County, Mississippi, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 794 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This mid 20th century through truss bridge supports four lanes of traffic plus sidewalks with ornamental railing.

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Bude Bridge
HSR

US-98 Over Homochitto River in Bude: Franklin County, Mississippi, United States

Metal Continuous 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 692 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1951 By: Unknown

This is a rare small-scale two-span continuous through truss unit, which also includes a series of approach spans.

Bridgeport Road Bridge
HSR

Bridgeport Road Over Strong River in Rural: Simpson County, Mississippi, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 162 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This lightweight Parker through truss bridge has been bypassed and abandoned.

Byram Swinging Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Swinging Bridge Road) Over Pearl River in Byram: Hinds County, Mississippi and Rankin County, Mississippi, United States

Metal Swinging Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 360 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1905 By: Unknown and Schuster and Jacob of Fayette, Mississippi

This is a large swinging style suspension bridge with riveted, latticed, and laced suspension towers and it has been preserved for pedestrian use.

Eddiceton Bridge
HSR

Burris Road Over Homochitto River in Rural: Franklin County, Mississippi, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 489 ft. Main Span: 186 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Featuring a rare combination of pin-connected Pratt and Camelback truss spans, this formerly public bridge is still used by traffic as part of a privately owned camp.

Gatesville Bridge
HSR

Gatesville Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Pearl River in Rural: Copiah County, Mississippi and Simpson County, Mississippi, United States

Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 417 ft. Main Span: 240 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Converse Bridge Company of Chattanooga, Tennessee

This bridge is an rare surviving pin-connected Pennsylvania highway truss, and it has been bypassed and abandoned.

Homochitto River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Natchez Railway) Over Homochitto River in Rural: Franklin County, Mississippi, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 565 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This multi-span railroad through truss has a number of bolted alterations but still is an attractive bridge.

Louisville Avenue Bridge
Lea Joyner Bridge
HSR

Louisville Avenue (US-80, and LA-15) Over Ouachita River in Monroe: Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,170 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana and Stevens Brothers of St. Paul, Minnesota and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois and Louisiana Highway Commission

This spectacular bascule bridge is noted for its bridgetender houses and also for its deck truss approach spans.

Huron Line Driveway Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Huron Line Drain in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 20 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of a number of steel stringer bridges in Huron County noted for their lattice railing.

Rescue Road Columbia Drain Bridge
HSR

Rescue Road Over Columbia Drain in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This is one of a number of steel stringer bridges in Huron County noted for their lattice railing.

McAlpin Road Driveway Bridge 1
HSR

Private Drive Over McAlpin Road Drain in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of a number of steel stringer bridges in Huron County noted for their lattice railing.

McAlpin Road Driveway Bridge 2
HSR

Private Drive Over McAlpin Road Drain in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of a number of steel stringer bridges in Huron County noted for their lattice railing.

McAlpin Road Driveway Bridge 3
HSR

Private Drive Over McAlpin Road Drain in Rural: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of a number of steel stringer bridges in Huron County noted for their lattice railing.

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TR-152 Blanchard River Bridge
HSR

TR-152 Over Blanchard River in Rural: Hancock County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Youngstown Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio, Phinney and Williams, Agents

This bridge, noted for its ornate plaques, was demolished with no replacement.

Pine Street Bridge
HSR

Pine Street Over Willimantic River in Willimantic: Windham County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts (Possible Builder)

This is one of the only known surviving examples of a Whipple deck truss in the country and may have been built by the Boston Bridge Works.

Rockwood Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Go (Kitchener Line), Former Grand Trunk Railway) Over Eramosa River in Guelph/Eramosa Township (Rockwood): Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This multi-span high level deck plate girder bridge is supported by handsome stone piers.

Rockwood Richardson Creek Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Go (Kitchener Line), Former Grand Trunk Railway) Over Rockwood Richardson in Guelph/Eramosa Township (Rockwood): Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Hidden away on this railway line is this pristine example of a stone arch bridge.

Fallbrook Farm Bridge
Fallbrook Farm Culvert
HSR

Sideroad 27 Over Silver Creek in Halton Hills: Halton Region, Ontario, Canada

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny bridge is a rare surviving example of a stone arch highway bridge in Ontario, and it has been rehabilitated.

Texas Street Bridge
Long-Allen Bridge
HSR

Texas Street (US-79 and US-80) Over Red River in Bossier City and Shreveport: Bossier Parish, Louisiana and Caddo Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Cantilever 20 Panel Rivet-Connected K-Truss Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected K-Truss Deck T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 2,982 ft. Main Span: 520 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1933 By: Weatherly Construction Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Virginia Bridge Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This truly unique bridge is noted for its K-truss cantilever configuration, and is the only such bridge in the state.

Monroe Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Kansas City Southern) Over Ouachita River in Monroe: Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 915 ft. Main Span: 295 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: A. M. Blodgett of Kansas City, Missouri and C. Shaler Smith (1882 Substructure)

This large truss bridge has a variety of span types and ages, and has a complex history.

Shreveport Railroad Bridge North
HSR

Railroad (Kansas City Southern) Over Red River in Bossier City and Shreveport: Bossier Parish, Louisiana and Caddo Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,364 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown

Located in the heart of the city is this large truss bridge that continues to carry heavy freight trains.

Caddo Lake Bridge
Mooringsport Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Old LA-538 Alignment) Over Caddo Lake in Mooringsport: Caddo Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 575 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Midland Bridge Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri

Although the counterweights and cables have been removed, this bridge remains a rare and early example of a Waddell vertical lift bridge in the state.

Shreveport Railroad Bridge South
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Red River in Bossier City and Shreveport: Bossier Parish, Louisiana and Caddo Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,370 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Unknown and Julius Schaub of Chicago, Illinois

This swing truss bridge is complimented by a series of fixed through truss approach spans.

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LA-1 Caddo Lake Bridge
HSR

LA-1 Over Caddo Lake in Rural (Near Mooringsport): Caddo Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 967 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1940 By: Unknown and Louisiana Highway Commission

This rare multi-span pony truss with different span sizes is to be demolished and replaced with an ugly modern bridge!

Jimmie Davis Bridge
HSR

Jimmie Davis Highway (LA-511) Over Red River, Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway, and Arthur Ray Teague Parkway in Bossier City and Shreveport: Bossier Parish, Louisiana and Caddo Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 12 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,823 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 30.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1968 By: O. L. Sims Company of Louisiana

This bridge is a late example of a metal truss bridge, but is noted for its large 300 foot spans.

Longfellow Bridge
Cambridge Bridge, Salt and Pepper Shaker Bridge
HSR

MA-3 (Cambridge Street, Main Street) and Railroad (MBTA, Red Line) Over Charles River, MA-3 and MA-28 in Boston and Cambridge: Suffolk County, Massachusetts and Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,135 ft. Main Span: 243 ft. Roadway: 90.6 ft. Main Spans: 11

Built 1907 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and William Jackson and Edmund M. Wheelwright

Featuring immensely ornate architectural details, this monumental bridge has been beautifully restored.

Sabine River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Timber Rock Railroad) Over Sabine River in Rural: Beauregard Parish, Louisiana and Newton County, Texas, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Arch, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,243 ft. Main Span: 215 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company of Leavenworth, Kansas and American Bridge Company of New York, New York

Erected in 1905, this unique bridge includes a span made from four truss lines of an older Whipple truss bridge.

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Deweyville Bridge
HSR

LA-12 and TX-12 Over Sabine River in Deweyville: Newton County, Texas and Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 327 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia and Forcum-James Company of Dyersburg, Tennessee and Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Louisiana Highway Commission

This rare variable depth deck plate girder swing bridge is slated for demolition and replacement!

Burr's Ferry Bridge
HSR

TX-63 and LA-8 (Nolan Trace) Over Sabine River in Rural: Newton County, Texas and Vernon Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,882 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: William Horace Williams Company of New Orleans, Louisiana and Louisiana Highway Commission

The bridge features a large central main span, flanked by a single smaller Parker truss on either side, plus numerous concrete approach spans.

Calcasieu River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Calcasieu River in Lake Charles and Westlake: Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 590 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Unknown

This bridge features a 1907 swing truss span, but other spans on this bridge date to 1966.

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Butte Larose Bridge
Crocodile Bayou Bridge
HSR

Herman Dupuis Road (Parish Road 196) Over Crocodile Bayou in Rural: St. Martin Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Pontoon, Movable: Swing and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1960 By: Unknown

This unique bridge is the most unusual of the surviving pontoon swing bridges, a bridge type that is almost unheard of in modern times outside of Louisiana.

Bayou Tigre Bridge
HSR

LA-330 Over Bayou Tigre in Rural: Vermilion Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 323 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana and Louisiana Highway Commission

This noteworthy 1926 swing span was relocated and reused at this location in 1960.

Delcambre Canal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Louisiana and Delta Railroad) Over Delcambre Canal (Bayou Carlin) in Delcambre: Iberia Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is an early surviving and small scale example of a railroad vertical lift bridge.

LA-1 Southbound Bridge
HSR

LA-1 Southbound Over Bayou Plaquemine in Plaquemine: Iberville Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive)

Length: 459 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This vertical lift bridge had its towers removed so only the lift through truss span remains.

Bayou Plaquemine Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Bayou Plaquemine in Plaquemine: Iberville Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This is a rare example of a Strauss heel-trunnion bascule bridge.

Sarto Bridge
Sarto Old Iron Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Bayou des Glaises in Big Bend: Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Queenpost Through Truss, Movable: Swing

Length: 275 ft. Main Span: 127 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas

This is one of the oldest highway swing bridges surviving in the state.

Simmesport Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Kansas City Southern) Over Atchafalaya River in Simmesport: Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana and Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,170 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Harrington and Cortelyou

This large railroad truss swing bridge once carried highway traffic on a shared deck.

Melville Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Atchafalaya River in Melville: St. Landry Parish, Louisiana and Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Tower Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,932 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown and Ralph Modjeski

Famous engineer Ralph Modjeski was the chief engineer for the design of this large truss bridge featuring a lift span.

Melville Pipeline Bridge
HSR

Pipeline Over Atchafalaya River in Melville: St. Landry Parish, Louisiana and Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 3,667 ft. Main Span: 2,000 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1951 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Matthews and Kenan of San Antonio, Texas

This is a highly unusual example of a very long-span pipeline bridge and it features unusual design.

Yellow Bayou Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Yellow Bayou in Rural: St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,350 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1941 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a traditionally composed example of a mid-20th century through truss railroad bridge.

Maestri Bridge
Watson-Williams Bridge, Pontchartrain Bridge, Five Mile Bridge
HSR

US-11 (Pontchartrain Drive) Over Lake Pontchartrain in New Orleans: Orleans Parish, Louisiana and St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Bascule and Approach Spans: Concrete Curved T-Beam, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule

Length: 24,923 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1928 By: Ford, Bacon, and Davis and Modjeski and Masters

This extremely long bridge is so long that it includes two bascule spans, which is very unusual.

Chef Menteur Pass Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Chef Menteur Pass in New Orleans: Orleans Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,130 ft. Main Span: 275 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio

This railroad through truss swing bridge is flanked by a fixed through truss span at each end.

Rigolets Pass Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over The Rigolets in New Orleans: Orleans Parish, Louisiana and St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, United States

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 4,555 ft. Main Span: 415 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company of Leavenworth, Kansas and American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge features a swing through span flanked by four fixed through truss spans on each side plus some smaller approach spans.

Jefferson Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Kansas City Southern) (Abandoned Alignment) Over Big Cypress Bayou in Jefferson: Marion County, Texas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Howe Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Slab, Fixed

Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This is an extremely rare example of a Howe railroad truss bridge.

Lucien Bridge
HSR

Stewart Road Over McCall Creek in Rural: Franklin County, Mississippi, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 414 ft. Main Span: 152 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This traditional pin-connected truss bridge was closed to traffic and more recently had its deck burned off by vandals.

Louis S. Poindexter Memorial Bridge
HSR

CR-511 Over Yazoo River in Rural: Leflore County, Mississippi, United States

Metal Continuous Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 668 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1967 By: O. J. Stanton and Company of Greenwood, Mississippi and Maxwell T. Huff

Although a late example of a metal truss bridge, this bridge remains noteworthy for its uncommon continuous truss arrangement.

Ras Case Road Bridge
HSR

Ras Case Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Bahala Creek in Rural: Lawrence County, Mississippi, United States

Metal 7 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 232 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1909 By: Unknown

Bypassed and abandoned, this bridge is composed of two spans of slightly different proportions.

Nebo Road Bridge
HSR

Nebo Road (CR-144) Over Abiaca Creek in Rural: Carroll County, Mississippi, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 116 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has been abandoned, and some changes in the stream appear have resulted in the bridge's bottom chord being in the water often.

Morgan Fork Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Natchez Railway) Over Morgan Fork Creek and Kirby Road in Rural: Franklin County, Mississippi, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 450 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This traditional railroad through truss bridge has a number of bolted repairs and member replacements.

Homochitto River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Natchez Railway) Over Homochitto River in Rural: Franklin County, Mississippi, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 450 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This traditional railroad through truss bridge has a number of bolted repairs and member replacements.

Main Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Main Street (Old US-49E) in Greenwood: Leflore County, Mississippi, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This railroad overpass is noted for its Art Deco style details.

Pont Ferroviaire de Terrebonne (Terrebonne Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Quebec Gatineau Railway) Over Rivière des Mille Îles in Terrebonne and Laval: Lanaudière, Québec and Laval, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 630 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This is a good looking Pratt through truss railway bridge of decent size.

Pont Ferroviaire Laurier Nord (Laurier Railway Bridge North)
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National, Via Rail, exo5) Over Rivière des Prairies (North Channel) in Charlemagne and Repentigny: Lanaudière, Québec, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,123 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This is one of two long, multi-span railway truss bridges that carry the railway over the river via Île Bourdon.

Pont Ferroviaire Laurier Sud (Laurier Railway Bridge South)
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National, Via Rail, exo5) Over Rivière des Prairies (South Channel) in Montréal and Repentigny: Montréal, Québec and Lanaudière, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,417 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This is one of two long, multi-span railway truss bridges that carry the railway over the river via Île Bourdon.

Pont de la Rue Sorel (Sorel Street Bridge)
HSR

Rue des Sorel (2E Rang, Petit Rang des Sorel) Over Rivière David in Saint-Guillaume: Centre-du-Québec, Québec, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a classic pony truss bridge noted for its laced endposts.

Pont de la Rivière Péribonka 1 (Péribonka River Bridge 1)
HSR

Chemin de l'Île du Repos Over Rivière Péribonka (Channel) in Sainte-Monique: Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This is one of two pony truss bridges that can be found on this road, which leads on and off a small island in the river.

Pont de la Rivière Péribonka 2 (Péribonka River Bridge 2)
HSR

Chemin de l'Île du Repos Over Rivière Péribonka (Channel) in Sainte-Monique: Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This is one of two pony truss bridges that can be found on this road, which leads on and off a small island in the river.

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Pont des Chars (Chars Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National) Over Rivière Richelieu in Sorel-Tracy: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected ,

Length: 500 ft. Main Span: 235 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Hyacinthe Beauchemin of Sorel, Québec

Although the swing span of this bridge was destroyed by a boat, the two fixed through truss approach spans remain and have heritage value.

Pont Larocque (Larocque Bridge)
HSR

QC-132, QC-202 and Railroad (CSX) Over Canal de Beauharnois in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,159 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

One of two vertical lift bridges built on this canal, this one is unique for its combined highway and railway deck.

Pont Saint-Louis-de-Gonzague (Saint-Louis-de-Gonzague Bridge)
HSR

Rue du Pont, Boulevard Pie-XII Over Canal de Beauharnois in Saint-Louis-de-Gonzague: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,182 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

One of two vertical lift bridges built on this canal.

Pont de St Côme Linière (St Côme Linière Bridge)
HSR

Rue du Pont Over Rivière du Loup in Saint-Côme-Linière: Chaudiére-Appalaches, Québec, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 163 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This attractive centerpiece for the town has been rehabilitated for continued vehicular use, preserving this important heritage bridge.

Pont Pierre-Laporte (Pierre Laporte Bridge)
HSR

Autoroute 73 (Autoroute Robert-Cliche) Over St. Lawrence River (Fleuve Saint-Laurent) in Québec City and Lévis: Capitale-Nationale, Québec and Chaudiére-Appalaches, Québec, Canada

Metal Deck Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 4,461 ft. Main Span: 2,190 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1970 By: Unknown and Parsons Brinckerhoff of New York, New York and Demers, Vaudry, Gronquist

This bridge pales in significance next to the famous Pont de Québec it parallels, however it is notable as the longest suspension span in Canada.

Pont Masson (Masson Bridge)
HSR

Route du Pont Masson Over Rivière du Loup in Yamachiche: Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: B and H Metal Industries of Montréal, Québec

This bridge displays a wide roadway and other details that are typical of a mid 20th century truss bridge.

Pont de la Rivière Chibouet (Chibouet River Bridge)
HSR

Private Drive Over Rivière Chibouet in Sainte-Hélène-de-Bagot: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This riveted pony truss and the road it served both appear to have been abandoned and turned over to private ownership.

Pont de la Gare de Cap-Saint-Ignace (Cap-Saint-Ignace Station Bridge)
HSR

Route des Quatre Chemins Over Rivière Bras Saint-Nicolas in Cap-Saint-Ignace: Chaudiére-Appalaches, Québec, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This through truss bridge is noted for its Baltimore truss configuration.

Pont Chemin Cardin (Cardin Road Bridge)
HSR

Chemin Cardin Over Rivière Chibouet in Saint-Hugues: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This riveted pony truss and the road it carries has been abandoned.

Pont Ferroviaire de Saint-Hyacinthe (Saint-Hyacinthe Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Via-Rail) Over Rivière Yamaska in Saint-Hyacinthe: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 375 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional double-track railroad through truss bridge is located in the heart of the city.

Pont de la Rivière de la Fourche (Rivière de la Fourche Bridge)
HSR

Rang de la Fourche Over Rivière de la Fourche in Armagh: Chaudiére-Appalaches, Québec, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Despite some bolted alterations, this bridge still retains its heritage and charm.

Pont Harper (Harper Bridge)
HSR

Route du Pont-Harper Over Rivière Etchemin in Saint-Malachie: Chaudiére-Appalaches, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional riveted through truss bridge.

Pont Chemin de Nicolet Falls (Chemin de Nicolet Falls Bridge)
Pont de Petit-Nicolet (Petit-Nicolet Bridge)
HSR

Chemin de Nicolet Falls Over Rivière Nicolet Sud-Ouest in Danville: Estrie, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 168 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This classic riveted through truss has been abandoned.

Pont de la Rivière Delisle (Rivière Delisle Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Via-Rail, Alexandria Subdivision) Over Rivière Delisle in Les Coteaux: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small riveted through truss railway bridge sits right next to a public road and is easy to view.

Pont Ferroviaire de Upton (Upton Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad Over Rivière Noire in Upton: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is an uncommon variation of a Warren truss with an "X" panel in the center.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Rivière Noire (Rivière Noire Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad Over Rivière Noire in Upton: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has two deck truss spans of differing size and design details.

Pont Scott (Scott Bridge)
HSR

Avenue du Pont Scott Over Rivière Saint-Charles in Québec City: Capitale-Nationale, Québec, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Eastern Canada Steel and Iron Works of Montréal, Québec

This two span riveted pony truss bridge adds beauty and heritage to the surrounding parks and trails.

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Pont Lavigueur (Lavigueur Bridge)
Pont Bickell (Bickell Bridge), Pont Stadacona (Stadacona Bridge)
HSR

Rue de la Pointe-aux-Lièvres Over Rivière Saint-Charles in Québec City: Capitale-Nationale, Québec, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 195 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This former bascule bridge has had all of its bascule-related machinery and structure removed, but still retains significance as a riveted through truss.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Rivière Saint-Charles (St. Charles River Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Via-Rail) Over Rivière Saint-Charles in Québec City: Capitale-Nationale, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 475 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a heavy duty swing truss bridge that no longer operates for boats.

Pont Ferroviaire de Levis (Levis Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Rivière Etchemin in Levis: Chaudiére-Appalaches, Québec, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 170 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railway bridge has been preserved in place for pedestrian use.

Pont Ferroviaire de Saint-Léonard-d'Aston (Saint-Léonard-d'Aston Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad Over Rivière Nicolet and Rue Ouellet in Saint-Léonard-d'Aston: Centre-du-Québec, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 804 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is an impressive high level railway deck truss that sits on handsome stone piers.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Rivière Richelieu (Rivière Richelieu Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National, Montreal and Southern Counties Railway) Over Rivière Richelieu in Chambly and Richelieu: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 952 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This long railway bridge has an unusual appearance since half of the river spans are trusses and the other half are plate girders.

Pont Yule (Yule Bridge)
HSR

QC-112 (Boulevard de Périgny) Over Rivière Richelieu in Chambly and Richelieu: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Continuous Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 830 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its graceful arched riveted deck girders

Pont Ferroviaire du Canadien Pacifique (Canadian Pacific Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Ottawa River (Rivière des Outaouais) and Canal de Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue and L'Île-Perrot: Montréal, Québec and Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,370 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railway bridge is noted for its large, heavy duty truss spans which carry a double-track deck.

Pont Jean-Florian Grenon (Jean-Florian Grenon Bridge)
HSR

QC-169 Over La Grande Décharge in Alma: Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, Canada

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,100 ft. Main Span: 275 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This large high level deck truss bridge has been paired with a modern bridge next to it, forming a one-way couplet of bridges.

Pont du Barrage de la Duke Price Power Company (Duke Price Power Company Dam Bridge)
HSR

Chemin du Barrage Over La Grande Décharge in Alma: Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 400 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This bridge serves highway traffic as an access to a dam, but the details of the bridge suggest it was designed to handle railway traffic.

Pont de la Rivière à l'Ours (Bear River Bridge)
HSR

Rue du Flambeau (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Rivière à l'Ours in Saint-Felicien: Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This very unusual bridge appears to have been altered and redesigned extensively to serve as a pedestrian bridge.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Rivière à l'Ours (Bear River Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad Over Rivière à l'Ours in Saint-Felicien: Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed example of a deck plate girder railway bridge.

Pont Ferroviaire de Jonquière (Jonquière Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Via-Rail) Over Rivière aux Sables in Saguenay (Jonquière): Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 285 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed example of a railway deck truss bridge, with altered approach spans.

Pont Ferroviaire de Chicoutimi (Chicoutimi Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Rivière Chicoutimi in Saguenay (Chicoutimi): Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through T-Beam, Fixed

Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This classic railway through truss bridge now serves pedestrians on a trail.

Pont du Vieux Belle Rivière (Old Belle River Bridge)
HSR

QC-169 (Rang Caron) (Abandoned Alignment) Over Belle Rivière in Hébertville: Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Québec, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Long abandoned and deteriorated, this is a regionally uncommon example of a concrete arch bridge.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Rivière des Anglais (English River Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Rivière des Anglais (English River) in Rural: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This former railway bridge appears to normally serve a pedestrian trail, but was temporarily used as a vehicular bridge when a nearby bridge project took place.

Pont QC-235 (QC-235 Bridge)
HSR

QC-235 Over Rivière Noire in Saint-Pie: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This bridge, noted for its arched superstructure, is a good representative example of what appears to be a mid 20th century concrete bridge in the province.

Plateau Tournant Ferroviaire (Railway Turntable)
HSR

Railroad (Québec Central) Over Ground in Vallée-Jonction: Chaudiére-Appalaches, Québec, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railway turntable functions much like a plate girder swing bridge.

Pont des Chaplets (Rosary Bridge)
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Park Lagoon in Trois-Rivières (Cap-de-la-Madeleine): Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: U. W. Rousseau of Cap-de-la-Madeleine, Québec

This is the largest and most unique of three old bridges on the grounds of Sanctuaire Notre-Dame-du-Cap.

Pont du Sanctuaire Notre-Dame-Du-Cap 2 (Sanctuaire Notre-Dame-Du-Cap Bridge 2)
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Park Lagoon in Trois-Rivières (Cap-de-la-Madeleine): Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny bridge is one of three old bridges on the grounds of Sanctuaire Notre-Dame-du-Cap.

Pont du Sanctuaire Notre-Dame-Du-Cap 1 (Sanctuaire Notre-Dame-Du-Cap Bridge 1)
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Park Lagoon in Trois-Rivières (Cap-de-la-Madeleine): Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny bridge is one of three old bridges on the grounds of Sanctuaire Notre-Dame-du-Cap.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Rivière Sainte-Anne (Rivière Sainte-Anne Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad Over Rivière Sainte-Anne in Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade: Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 905 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This railway bridge exists today as a combination of old truss spans and modern plate girder spans.

Pont de la Rivière des Envies (Rivière des Envies Bridge)
HSR

Route à Marchand Over Rivière des Envies in Rural: Mauricie, Québec, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This riveted through truss has been severely altered with the replacement of its bracing with modern bracing of very different design.

Pont Ferroviaire du Canal de Lachine (Lachine Canal Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Via-Rail) Over Canal de Lachine in Montréal: Montréal, Québec, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 395 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This bridge was originally built as a pair of vertical lift bridges, but the towers have been cut off of the bridge turning it into a fixed deck plate girder bridge.

Pont CN du Port (CN Port Bridge)
Pont Wellington (Wellington Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National) Over Canal de Lachine in Montréal: Montréal, Québec, Canada

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 260 ft. Main Span: 260 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This large swing truss bridge has been abandoned in the open position.

Pont Levant (Levant Bridge)
Pont de l'écluse Sainte Catherine (St. Catherine Lock Bridge)
HSR

Promenade du Pont-Levant Over South Shore Canal (Canal de la Rive Sud) in Sainte-Catherine: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Length: 113 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario (Bridge and Tank Company of Canada)

This bridge is a rare example of an operable bascule bridge in the province.

Pont de l'Écluse du Canal de Soulanges (Soulanges Canal Lock Bridge)
HSR

Locks Access Over Canal de Soulanges in Coteau-du-Lac: Montérégie, Québec, Canada

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

This historic set of locks includes stone arch bridges that provided access to the locks.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Rivière Jacques-Cartier (Rivière Jacques-Cartier Railway Bridge)
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Railroad (Vélopiste Jacques-Cartier) (Rail-Trail) Over Rivière Jacques-Cartier in Shannon: Capitale-Nationale, Québec, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This large deck truss bridge should be a major attraction for this trail, but no effort has been made to allow visitors to view this beautiful bridge.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Rivière Montmorency (Montmorency River Railway Bridge)
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Railroad and Pedestrian Walkway Over Rivière Montmorency in Québec City and Boischatel: Capitale-Nationale, Québec, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This plate girder railway bridge still carries railway tracks, but a pedestrian walkway has been added to the piers.

Pont de la Chute Montmorency (Montmorency Falls Bridge) (Towers Only)
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Rivière Montmorency in Québec City and Boischatel: Capitale-Nationale, Québec, Canada

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1856 By: Unknown

Only the stone towers of a long-lost suspension bridge remain, with a modern suspension bridge spanning today.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Rivière Bras Saint-Nicolas (Rivière Bras Saint-Nicolas Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Rivière Bras Saint-Nicolas in Montmagny: Chaudiére-Appalaches, Québec, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 400 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1914 By: Canadian Allis-Chalmers of Toronto, Ontario

This is a traditionally composed deck plate girder railway bridge.

Southside Bridge
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Dickinson Street Over Kanawha River, Kanawha Boulevard, MacCorkle Avenue (WV-61) and Railroad in Charleston: Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,146 ft. Main Span: 420 ft. Roadway: 38.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and C. P. Fortney

This bridge is noted as a large-scale truss bridge from the 1930s, and for its association with the WPA.

Chuck Yeager Bridge
Charles Yeager Bridge
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I-77 (Southbound) and I-64 (Eastbound) Over Kanawha River in Charleston: Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Continuous (Arch and Suspended Deck) Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,166 ft. Main Span: 474 ft. Roadway: 37.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1954 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This large arched continuous truss bridge was paired with a modern bridge of similar design but differing details.

Elk River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Penn Central) Over Elk River in Charleston: Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 210 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has been abandoned and overgrown, and although difficult to photograph, is an extremely rare railroad Whipple truss bridge.

Winfield Dam Bridge
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Dam Access Over Kanawha River in Winfield: Putnam County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 677 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This historic dam has a large deck truss bridge, which acts as an access structure, included in the dam design.

Hawks Nest Dam Bridge
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Dam Access Over New River in Ansted: Fayette County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 840 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 14

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This dam includes a concrete arch bridge as an access structure.

Hawks Nest Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over New River in Rural: Fayette County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 640 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1892 By: Unknown

This railroad bridge is noted for its pin connections and skewed configuration, and location in a very scenic area.

Salisbury Viaduct
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Railroad (Great Allegheny Passage Rail-Trail) Over Casselman River, US-219, and Railroad in Rural: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,909 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 39

Built 1912 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is a high level tower and girder style railroad bridge.

Gauley Bridge
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US-60 and WV-16 Over Gauley River in Gauley Bridge: Fayette County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 705 ft. Main Span: 106 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1951 By: Unknown

This is a representative example of a large mid-20th century steel stringer bridge in West Virginia.

Gauley Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned New York Central) Over Gauley River in Gauley Bridge: Fayette County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Culvert, Fixed

Length: 610 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned railroad bridge is a traditionally composed structure.

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Kanawha Falls Bridge
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CR-13 (Deepwater Cotton Hill Road) Over Kanawha River, CR-13/2, and Railroad (CSX) in Rural: Fayette County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,002 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This bridge is noted for its Pennsylvania truss configuration, and multi-span design.

Elkview Bridge
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CR-47 (North Pinch Road) Over Elk River in Elkview: Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 400 ft. Main Span: 223 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

Bypassed and abandoned, this is a highly significant bridge noted for its rare Pennsylvania truss span plus its combination of through and pony truss spans.

Dömitzer Eisenbahnbrücke (Dömitz Railway Bridge) (Approach Spans)
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Railroad (Abandoned) Over Elbe River in Langendorf: Lüchow-Dannenberg, Lower Saxony (Niedersachsen), Germany (Deutschland)

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,780 ft. Main Span: 111 ft. Main Spans: 16

Built 1873 By: Hackort Steel and Ernst Häseler

Once the longest bridge in Germany with a variety of span types, only a long series of approach spans remain today, but these spans alone remain highly significant.

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Barton Springs Bridge
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Barton Springs Road Over Barton Creek in Austin: Travis County, Texas, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 212 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: A. A. Mundy of Austin, Texas and Terrell Bartlett Engineers of San Antonio, Texas

This nice looking deck arch bridge was built in 1926, and widened with nearly identical arches in 1946.

Lamar Boulevard Bridge
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Lamar Boulevard (TX-343 Loop) Over Colorado River (Lady Bird Lake) and Cesar Chavez Street in Austin: Travis County, Texas, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 659 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 41.3 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1943 By: Cage Brothers and L. A. Turner of Bishop, Texas

This is a relatively late but unaltered example of an open spandrel arch bridge, also notable for being built during World War II.

Austin Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Colorado River (Lady Bird Lake), Riverside Drive, and Cesar Chavez Street in Austin: Travis County, Texas, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,333 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Main Spans: 13

Built 1902 By: Unknown

This long through girder railroad bridge sits on stone piers of a previous bridge with concrete added on top.

Barton Skyway Trail Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Unnamed Draw in Austin: Travis County, Texas, United States

Metal Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This standard design riveted pony truss appears to have been relocated here from an unknown prior location.

Immanuel Road Bridge
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Immanuel Road (Heritage Loop Trail) Over Gilleland Creek in Pflugerville: Travis County, Texas, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This pony truss bridge was bypassed and preserved in place for pedestrian use.

Old Manor Road Bridge
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Old Manor Road (Eastbound) Over Walnut Creek in Austin: Travis County, Texas, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 151 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Johnson and Brothers and Texas Highway Department

This bridge is a rare example of a small scale truss bridge preserved via the one-way couplet method.

CR-327 Bridge
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CR-327 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Elm Fork Trinity River in Rural: Cooke County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional Pratt truss bridge has been bypassed and abandoned.

Junction Swing Bridge
HSR

Merchants Road Over Cumberland Basin in Bristol: South West, England, United Kingdom

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Bobtail)

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: William Cowlin & Son of Bristol, England and John Lysaght and Company of Bristol, England

This is a riveted through plate girder swing bridge with a bobtail design.

Navarro Street Bridge North
Romana Street Bridge
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Navarro Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 35.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1921 By: McKenzie Construction Company and Bartlett and Ranney of San Antonio, Texas

While perhaps of limited significance individually, this bridge is notable as the large group of bridges found over the San Antonio River near the center of the city.

Navarro Street Bridge South
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Navarro Street Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 159 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: Elder Construction Company of San Antonio, Texas and Terrell Bartlett Engineers of San Antonio, Texas

This bridge stands out among the historic highway bridges in this area for its concrete arch design.

Congress Avenue Bridge
Bat Bridge
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Congress Street Over Colorado River (Lady Bird Lake) in Austin: Travis County, Texas, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 954 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1909 By: William P. Carmichael Company of Williamsport, Indiana and Waddell and Harrington of Kansas City, Missouri

This concrete arch bridge has been altered extensively, and one of these alterations has also attracted a colony of bats.

San Antonio River Walk Bridge Northeast
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San Antonio River Walk Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several footbridge arch bridges along the San Antonio River Walk.

Mt. Bonnell Road Bridge
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Mt. Bonnell Road Over Water Plant Road and Hucks Slough in Austin: Travis County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas

This pony truss bridge was bypassed and preserved in place for pedestrian use.

Monnow Bridge (Pont Trefynwy)
Pont a Phorth Mynwy
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Monnow Street and Cinderhill Street) Over River Monnow (Afon Mynwy) in Monmouth (Trefynwy): Monmouthshire (Sir Fynwy), Wales (Cymru), United Kingdom

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 114 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1272 By: Unknown

This unique medieval bridge with its tower on the deck is the only remaining fortified river bridge in Great Britain with an intact gate tower.

Brockweir Bridge
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Mill Hill Road Over River Wye (Afon Gwy) in Tintern (Tyndyrn) and Brockweir: South West, England and Monmouthshire (Sir Fynwy), Wales (Cymru), United Kingdom

Metal Lattice Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 214 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1908 By: E. Finch and Company of Chepstow, Wales

This is a good example of a lattice girder bridge, despite bolted alterations.

Ardverikie Estate Bridge
Ardverikie Gate Lodge Bridge
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Ardverikie Estate Driveway Over River Pattack in Kinloch Laggan: Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Lattice Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This lattice girder sits next to a notable gate lodge with turret.

Sutton Weaver Swing Bridge
HSR

Sutton Causeway (A56) Over River Weaver (Navigation Channel) in Frodsham and Runcorn: North West, England, United Kingdom

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed (Rim Bearing Bobtail)

Length: 150 ft. Roadway: 26.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Joseph Parks of Northwich, England

This is a nicely preserved example of a through truss bobtail swing bridge.

San Antonio Street Bridge
HSR

San Antonio Street Over Comal River in New Braunfels: Comal County, Texas, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 410 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1923 By: Miller-Fifield Construction Company of Waterloo, Iowa and Terrell Bartlett Engineers of San Antonio, Texas

This concrete arch bridge was designed with a lot of aesthetic details that made this a truly beautiful bridge.

Guadalupe River Bridge
HSR

Business I-35 and Business TX-46 Over Guadalupe River in New Braunfels: Comal County, Texas, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 818 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1934 By: Uvalde Construction Company of Dallas, Texas and Texas Highway Department

This is an outstanding and relatively large example of a concrete arch bridge in Texas.

Dionicio Rodriguez Bridge
HSR

Brackenridge Road Over San Antonio River (Flood Channel) in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Culvert, Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown and Dionicio Rodriguez

This concrete arch bridge has one of the most unusual sidewalks ever seen, which is designed to look like a tunnel of tree branches.

Espada Aqueduct
HSR

Espada Ditch (Espada Acequia) Over Piedras Creek in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 195 ft. Main Span: 17 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1745 By: Franciscan friars (Unknown Names)

This stone arch aqueduct is among the oldest surviving bridge structures in the United States, and is a National Historic Landmark.

King Edward VII Bridge
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Railroad (East Coast Main Line) Over River Tyne in Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead: North East, England, United Kingdom

Metal 13 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,151 ft. Main Span: 324 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1906 By: Cleveland Bridge and Engineering Company of Darlington, England and Charles A. Harrison

This is a large and very wide deck truss railway bridge.

Hills Street Railway Overpass
Bridge LEN3-319
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Railroad (Various Railways) Over Hills Street in Gateshead: North East, England, United Kingdom

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This overpass bridge is noted for its helicoidal skewed arch design.

Ouseburn Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (East Coast Main Line) Over Ouseburn Valley in Newcastle upon Tyne: North East, England, United Kingdom

Metal Hingeless Solid Ribbed Spandrel Braced Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 918 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1869 By: Weardale Iron and Coal Company of St. Peters, England and Thomas Elliot Harrison

This bridge is a large multi-span example of a wrought iron arch bridge.

Wellington Street Railway Overpass
HSR

Railroad Over Wellington Street in Gateshead: North East, England, United Kingdom

Metal Rivet-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a good example of a bowstring pony truss bridge.

Calaveras Bridge
Wilson County Camelback Bridge
HSR

FM-775 (Old CR-117 Former FM-3444 Over San Antonio River in Near Calaveras: Wilson County, Texas, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 487 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Unknown

This is a rare pin-connected Pennsylvania through truss bridge also noted for its Camelback configuration of its top chord.

Worley Bridge
HSR

CR-428 Over San Gabriel River in Rural: Milam County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 275 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Chicago Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois, C. Q. Horton of Austin, Texas, Agent

This Pratt truss bridge was extensively rehabilitated for continued vehicular use.

Brazos Point Bridge
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CR-1118 (CR-1175) Over Brazos River in Rural: Johnson County, Texas and Bosque County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 799 ft. Main Span: 142 ft. Roadway: 14.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1914 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas

This bridge is noted for its multi-span pin-connected truss spans, plus it also has a long series of stringer approach spans.

Sugarloaf Mountain Bridge
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CR-264 (Old Alignment) Over Little River in Rural: Milam County, Texas, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 310 ft. Main Span: 235 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Unknown

Bypassed and preserved for pedestrian use, this bridge has an unusual four slope Parker truss design.

Big Elm Creek Bridge
HSR

Nothing Over Ground in Rosebud: Falls County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 71 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This rare bowstring truss bridge has been moved to a park setting in Rosebud with the intention of reusing the bridge as a pedestrian crossing.

Aldwark Bridge
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Boat Lane Over River Ure (River Ouse) in Aldwark: Yorkshire and the Humber, England, United Kingdom

Metal Lattice Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Brick Segmental Deck Arch,

Length: 750 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1880 By: Unknown

This impressive combination of a lattice girder and brick arch approaches is one of the few privately owned toll bridges in the United Kingdom.

Byker Bridge
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A193 Over Ouseburn Valley in Newcastle upon Tyne: North East, England, United Kingdom

Brick Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,130 ft. Roadway: 30 ft.

Built 1878 By: Unknown

This is a very large high level brick arch bridge.

Ouseburn Foot Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Ouseburn in Newcastle upon Tyne: North East, England, United Kingdom

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small stone arch bridge is located under much larger bridges that cross the entire valley.

McQueeney Bridge
HSR

Bridge Road Over Guadalupe River in McQueeney: Guadalupe County, Texas, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 500 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

With its rare combination of pin-connected spans, this bridge's use came to an end when someone crashed into the sway bracing, severely damaging the bridge.

Somerset Road Bridge
HSR

Somerset Road Over Leon Creek in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 223 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1914 By: Unknown and Daniel Luten

This rare unaltered Luten arch bridge was preserved in place as a one-way bridge, which accommodates the narrow deck width.

Roosevelt Avenue Bridge
Mrs. Frank W. Sorell Bridge
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Roosevelt Avenue (TX-536 Spur) Over San Antonio River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 290 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1934 By: McKenzie Construction Company and Texas Highway Department

This arch bridge was designed with details inspired by the nearby San Jose Mission.

Pleasanton Road Bridge
Earle Bridge, Cassin Bridge
HSR

Pleasanton Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Medina River in San Antonio: Bexar County, Texas, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 303 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1910 By: H. B. Thompson and Company of Birmingham, Alabama and Terrell Bartlett Engineers of San Antonio, Texas

Bypassed and abandoned, this is one of the oldest known surviving concrete arch bridges in Texas.

Leon River Bridge
HSR

Charter Oak Drive (Waco Road) (FM-817) Over Leon River in Belton and Temple: Bell County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 412 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Mosher Steel Company of Houston, Texas and Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas and Texas Highway Department

This is a riveted through truss in good condition, and it is noted for its custom design, which did not rely on a state standard plan.

Postbridge Clapper Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over East Dart River in Postbridge: South West, England, United Kingdom

Stone Slab, Fixed

Length: 39 ft. Main Span: 13 ft. Roadway: 6.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1380 By: Unknown

This bridge is one of the finest known examples of a rare archaic bridge type known as a clapper bridge, composed of stone slabs.

Postbridge Arch Bridge
HSR

B3212 Over East Dart River in Postbridge: South West, England, United Kingdom

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1772 By: Unknown

This bridge replaced the nearby clapper bridge in the 1700s and continues to carry highway traffic today.

North Bridge
HSR

A7 Over Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station and Market Street in Edinburgh: City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 525 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 51 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1897 By: Sir William Arrol and Company of Glasgow, Scotland and Blyth and Westland

This is a beautiful arch bridge that has a detailed cast iron facade.

Foy Bridge
H. C. C. Bridge Number 328
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over River Wye (Afon Gwy) in Ross-on-Wye: West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss,

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Rowell and Company of Westminster, England

Hidden in the countryside is this classic suspension footbridge with finials on the towers.

Leon Street Bridge
Gatesville Bridge
HSR

Leon Street Over Leon River in Gatesville: Coryell County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 141 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: George E. King Bridge Company of Des Moines, Iowa

Built by the notable George E. King Bridge Company, this bridge has been closed to traffic, but remains open to pedestrians.

Clifton Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (BNSF) Over North Bosque River and Riverside Drive in Clifton: Bosque County, Texas, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 372 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional riveted railroad plate girder bridge.

Cambridge Railway Bridge
Galt Trestle Bridge, Grand River Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Grand River in Cambridge: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,029 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This large railway truss bridge sits on handsome stone piers, and even has a stone arch approach span at the end.

Jewel Bridge
HSR

Jewel Bridge Road Over Sauble River in South Bruce Peninsula: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This outstanding heritage bridge its noted for its rare ribbed arch design, with the center of the deck supported by t-beams.

10th Line Bridge
HSR

10th Line Over West Credit River in Erin: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This concrete bowstring arch bridge is noted for its small size.

Allenford Road Bridge
HSR

Allenford Road Over Sauble River in South Bruce Peninsula: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This t-beam bridge is noted for its long spans and also its unusually large, deep t-beams.

Palgrave Railway Bridge 1
HSR

Railroad (Caledon Trailway Rail-Trail) Over Upper Humber River in Caledon (Palgrave): Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Unknown

This handsome stone arch bridge is noted for its width and dated keystone.

Palgrave Railway Bridge 2
HSR

Railroad (Caledon Trailway Rail-Trail) Over Upper Humber River Tributary in Caledon (Palgrave): Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Unknown

This is one of two small stone arch railway bridges in this area.

I-10 North Frontage Road Bridge
TX-27 Bridge
HSR

I-10 North Frontage Road Over Johnson Fork Creek in Rural: Kimble County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 666 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1938 By: Word and Worrell of Fort Worth, Texas and Texas Highway Department

This state standard through truss bridge also features a series of steel stringer approach spans.

Labatt Bridge
HSR

El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail Over Seguin Branch in Floresville: Wilson County, Texas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 285 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1914 By: Unknown

Relocated and preserved on a trail system, this is a notable three span pony truss bridge.

McQueeney Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Guadalupe River, Hot Shot Lane, and McQueeney Road in McQueeney: Guadalupe County, Texas, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,108 ft. Main Span: 240 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York (1949 Span)

This bridge features a main span that was replaced in 1949, while the approach spans remain original, dating to 1899.

CR-456 Bridge
Coupland Bridge
HSR

CR-456 Over Brushy Creek in Rural: Williamson County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This rare pin-connected Parker truss highway bridge has been preserved in place for vehicular use.

CR-114 Bridge
HSR

CR-114 Over Turkey Creek in Rural: Brown County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown

Preserved in place for vehicular use, this bridge is noted for its early use of bolted connections and its distinctive sway bracing design.

Old Pecan Grove Road Bridge
HSR

Old Pecan Grove Road (CR-110) (Goran Lane) Over San Saba River in San Saba: San Saba County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 218 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company of Leavenworth, Kansas

This bridge is noted as a rare surviving parallel chord Warren through truss bridge in Texas that is still open to vehicular traffic.

Winchell Bridge
HSR

US-377 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Colorado River in Rural: McCulloch County, Texas and Brown County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 840 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas

This large multi-span through truss bridge was bypassed and abandoned in 1987.

Comal River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Comal River in New Braunfels: Comal County, Texas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 211 ft. Main Span: 129 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This railroad bridge appears to have some very old riveted repairs made to strengthen the bridge.

Bull Creek Bridge
HSR

CR-220 Over Bull Creek in Rural: Coleman County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 298 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1924 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas

This unique bridge is noted for having pony truss spans of three different sizes, all arranged symmetrically.

Eliasville Bridge
HSR

FM-701 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Clear Fork Brazos River in Rural: Young County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: American Manufacturing Company of Fort Worth, Texas

This abandoned truss bridge was bypassed by a replacement bridge a very long time ago back in 1958.

CR-444 Bridge
HSR

CR-444 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Jim Ned Creek in Rural: Coleman County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 246 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This bridge, bypassed and abandoned with approach spans removed, is noted for its two surviving pony truss spans, each of a different design.

Burkett Bridge
Pecan Bayou Bridge
HSR

CR-170 (Bayou Street) Over Pecan Bayou in Burkett: Coleman County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 755 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: McCall-Moore Engineering Company of Waco, Texas and Texas Highway Department

This state standard through truss also includes a series of t-beam approach spans.

CR-412 Bridge
HSR

CR-412 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Onion Creek in Rural: McCulloch County, Texas, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This classic pin-connected pony truss is somewhat uncommon in Texas.

Harkeyville Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Central Texas and Colorado River Railway) Over San Saba River in Rural: San Saba County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,015 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional railroad pin-connected through truss bridge sits next to US-190 allowing many people to view it.

Brady Bridge
Brady Creek Bridge
HSR

US-377 and US-190 (Bridge Street) Over Brady Creek in Brady: McCulloch County, Texas, United States

Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 272 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: and Texas Highway Department

This outstanding representative example of a continuous steel stringer bridge in Texas is noted for its lack of alteration and association with Depression era relief funds.

Walpole Antique Farm Machinery Association Bridge
Jarvis Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Drain in Jarvis: Haldimand County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This excellent example of a riveted Warren pony truss bridge was relocated from an unknown previous location to the grounds of the Walpole Antique Farm Machinery Association.

Muenster City Park Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Brushy Elm Creek in Muenster: Cooke County, Texas, United States

Metal 4 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This riveted pony truss bridge was moved from an unknown previous location to this park setting

Fisher Run Road Bridge
Catawissa Creek Bridge
HSR

Fisher Run Road (TR-468) Over Catawissa Creek in Rural: Columbia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 227 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

This notable pin-connected Parker truss bridge was lucky to receive a rehabilitation for continued vehicular use.

Little Mexico Bridge
HSR

Little Mexico Road (PA-1013) Over Penns Creek in Rural: Snyder County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 262 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1905 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This pin-connected through highway truss bridge is noted for its handsome railing and as a product of the notable Owego Bridge Company..

Rattlesnake Road Bridge
HSR

Rattlesnake Road (TR-480) Over Mahanoy Creek in Rural: Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This abandoned bridge retains the unique railing of the York Bridge Company.

Reed Road Bridge
HSR

Reed Road (TR-170) Over Olentangy River in Rural: Crawford County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: C. F. Schwab

This is a small example of a concrete closed spandrel arch bridge.

Washington Street Bridge
HSR

Washington Street Over Swan Creek in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Toledo Bridge and Crane Company of Toledo, Ohio and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

The trusses of this rare Scherzer rolling lift highway bascule bridge was retained as a non-functional decorations when the bridge was replaced.

South Saugeen River Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Hanover Community Rail-Trail) Over South Saugeen River in Hanover: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This heavy duty former Canadian Pacific Railway Walkerton Branch bridge now serves as part of a rail-trail.

Wellington Road 6 Bethel Creek Bridge
HSR

CR-6 (Wellington 6) Over Bethel Creek in Minto and Wellington North: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Hamilton Bridge Company of Hamilton, Ontario

This riveted pony truss is noted for its 30-40 degree skew.

North Line Saugeen River Bridge
Bridge G-038
HSR

North Line Over Saugeen River in West Grey (Glenelg): Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 46 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is a simple, but unaltered example of a concrete arch bridge, an uncommon bridge type in this region.

Allan Park Camp Creek Bridge
HSR

CR-4 Over Camp Creek in West Grey: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown

This bridge has railing post designs that are found on earlier 1930s rigid-frame bridges in Ontario.

Haw Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Haw Creek Road (CR-182) Over Cummins Creek in Rural: Fayette County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss,

Length: 247 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Bypassed and abandoned, this bridge includes both a through and a pony truss span.

Brewster Road Bridge
HSR

Brewster Road Over Pefferlaw Brook in Uxbridge Township: Durham Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small riveted Warren pony truss resting on deteriorating abutments is hidden back on a long-abandoned road.

Crane Lane Bridge
HSR

Crane Lane (CR-300, Old US-183) Over Plum Creek in Rural: Caldwell County, Texas, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This multi-span pony truss bridge has been abandoned.

CR-213 Bridge
HSR

CR-213 Over Mixon Creek in Rural: Lavaca County, Texas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This is a relatively simple example of a riveted polygonal Warren pony truss composed of rolled members.

Coufal Road Bridge
HSR

Coufal Road Over Cummins Creek Tributary in Rural: Fayette County, Texas, United States

Metal 3 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small pony truss has been bypassed and abandoned, and has steel bents added to support it.

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Lone Star Bridge
HSR

Nothing Over Nothing in Rural: Fayette County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This truss bridge was moved from an unknown location and placed in storage for resale by a contractor.

La Grange Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Colorado River in La Grange: Fayette County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 841 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1906 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This multi-span railroad through truss bridge was built by the famous King Bridge Company.

New Braunfels Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Guadalupe River in New Braunfels: Comal County, Texas, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 530 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is a multi-span plate girder of traditional design.

Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street (RR-27) Over Grand River in Cambridge: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 196 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1953 By: W. H. Yates Construction Company of Hamilton, Ontario and Archibald B. Crealock of Toronto, Ontario

This impressive two-span concrete bowstring arch bridge has been preserved as a centerpiece of downtown Cambridge.

Chesapeake and Delaware Canal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Delmarva Central Railroad) Over Chesapeake and Delaware Canal (C&D Canal) in Summit Bridge: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Metal 16 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 980 ft. Main Span: 548 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1965 By: Ingalls Iron Works of Birmingham, Alabama and Howard, Needles, Tammen and Bergendorff of Kansas City, Missouri

This large lift bridge is the only railroad bridge over this canal.

St. Georges Bridge
HSR

US-13 (Dupont Parkway) Over Chesapeake and Delaware Canal (C&D Canal) in St. Georges: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Metal 15 Panel Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 4,209 ft. Main Span: 540 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and Parsons, Klapp, Brinckerhoff and Douglas of New York, New York

This large through arch bridge is the oldest bridge over the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal in the state.

Summit Bridge
HSR

DE-71 and DE-896 Over Chesapeake and Delaware Canal (C&D Canal) in Summit Bridge: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Metal 20 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Cantilever Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,058 ft. Main Span: 600 ft. Roadway: 58.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1959 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois

This large high level truss bridge is also noted for its fairly wide roadway width.

Chesapeake City Bridge
HSR

MD-213 Over Chesapeake and Delaware Canal (C&D Canal) in Chesapeake City: Cecil County, Maryland, United States

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,955 ft. Main Span: 540 ft. Roadway: 24.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Parsons, Brinckerhoff, Hogan, and Macdonald of New York, New York

This large historic arch bridge is the only bridge over the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal within Maryland.

Croton Gorge Park Bridge
HSR

Croton Gorge Park Road Over Croton River in Rural: Westchester County, New York, United States

Metal Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 152 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Sitting in the shadow of the beautiful New Croton Dam is this truly unique solid plate arch bridge, together forming a unique historic setting.

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Plum Brook Road Bridge
HSR

Plum Brook Road Over Muscoot Reservoir in Rural: Westchester County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge is noted for its unique portal bracing design and its handsome abutments.

Washington Park Bridge
Lake Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Washington Park Lake in Albany: Albany County, New York, United States

Metal Hingeless Combination (Half-Deck/Through) Arch, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1875 By: Unknown

This beautiful arched pedestrian bridge with beautiful ornamentation and riveted construction is a centerpiece for the park.

Cheshire Bridge
HSR

VT-11 and NH-11 Over Connecticut River in Charlestown: Sullivan County, New Hampshire and Windsor County, Vermont, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 500 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This state line bridge consists of an attractive trio of rare Pennsylvania through truss spans, with relatively short span lengths for this truss configuration.

West Woodstock Bridge
HSR

Mill Road Over Ottauquechee River in Woodstock: Windsor County, Vermont, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 178 ft. Main Span: 173 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This rare pin-connected Pennsylvania through truss bridge has been altered with the addition of a load-bearing arch.

Paddock Road Bridge
Gould's Mill Bridge
HSR

Paddock Road Over Black River in Rural: Windsor County, Vermont, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 164 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts

This bridge was originally built to carry a combination of highway and railroad traffic, and is noted for its heavy skew.

Lancaster Mennonite School Bridge
Iron Bridge
HSR

Mennonite School Road Over Mill Creek in Lancaster: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 117 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Variety Iron Works of Cleveland, Ohio

This bridge is an extremely rare surviving example of a bridge built by the notable Variety Iron Works.

Long Hollow Road Bridge
HSR

Long Hollow Road (TR-367) Over Catawissa Creek in Rural: Columbia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 144 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

Located in a very rural location on a dead-end road is this beautiful truss bridge with handsome railing.

Happy Valley Road Bridge
HSR

Happy Valley Road (TR-802) Over South Branch Roaring Creek in Rural: Northumberland County, Pennsylvania and Columbia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This classic King Bridge Company Pratt truss has been altered with the addition of a load-bearing arch.

Millville Road Bridge
HSR

Millville Road (PA-4009) Over Fishing Creek in Bloomsburg: Columbia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 159 ft. Main Span: 154 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This bridge is a rare surviving example of an earlier state standard through truss bridge in Pennsylvania.

Zanesville Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Ohio Central Railroad) Over Muskingum River, Muskingum River Canal, and Linden Avenue in Zanesville: Muskingum County, Ohio, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 756 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This rare Strauss bascule bridge is separated from a number of through truss approach spans by a short section of land.

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Philo Bridge
Philo-Duncan Falls Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over Muskingum River in Philo and Duncan Falls: Muskingum County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 828 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Ohio State Highway Department

This bridge was an uncommon example of a mid-20th century through truss swing bridge that also included fixed through truss approach spans.

Zanesville Railroad Bridge 2
HSR

Railroad (Ohio Central Railroad) Over Muskingum River and Muskingum River Canal in Zanesville: Muskingum County, Ohio, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 780 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This multi-span bridge features through truss spans over the river and a deck plate girder swing bridge over the canal.

Licking River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Ohio Central Railroad) Over Licking River in Zanesville: Muskingum County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 233 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several through truss railroad bridges in Zanesville.

Cassell "S" Bridge
Peters Creek Bridge
HSR

Historic National Road Over Peters Creek in Rural: Guernsey County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1828 By: Unknown

This small "S" stone arch bridge has been bypassed and preserved in place for pedestrian use.

Salt Fork "S" Bridge
Reinhart Road Bridge
HSR

Rhinehart Road (TR-75) (Historic National Road) Over Salt Fork in Rural: Guernsey County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1828 By: Unknown

This impressive stone arch "S" bridge has been closed to traffic but remains open to pedestrians and is a National Historic Landmark.

Fox Run "S" Bridge
New Concord Bridge
HSR

Historic National Road Over Fox Run in New Concord: Muskingum County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1828 By: Unknown and Benjamin Latrobe

This historic National Road "S" bridge stands out as particularly well preserved and the site retains some of the approaching brick roadway as well.

First Street Bridge
HSR

First Street (Edwin H. Land Boulevard Southbound) Over Broad Canal in Cambridge: Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 33 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Boston Bridge Works of Boston, Massachusetts and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This is the older and more significant of two very similar Strauss overhead counterweight bascule bridges at this location.

Edwin H. Land Boulevard Bridge
Cambridge Parkway Bridge
HSR

Edwin H. Land Boulevard Northbound Over Broad Canal in Cambridge: Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This is the newer and less significant of two very similar Strauss overhead counterweight bascule bridges at this location.

Lechmere Viaduct
East Cambridge Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (MBTA Green Line) Over Charles River and Various Roads in Cambridge and Boston: Middlesex County, Massachusetts and Suffolk County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,700 ft. Main Span: 129 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and Holbrook, Cabot and Rollins of Boston, Massachusetts

This large bridge has a rare and early Strauss trunnion bascule span, and equally significant ribbed concrete arch approach spans.

Echo Bridge
HSR

Sudbury River Aqueduct and Pedestrian Walkway Over Charles River and Ellis Street in Newton: Middlesex County, Massachusetts and Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 475 ft. Main Span: 127 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1877 By: George W. Phelps of Springfield, Massachusetts and Alphonse Fteley

This large stone arch bridge aqueduct was an impressive engineering feat for its time, and it has been beautifully preserved for use as a pedestrian crossing as well.

Grand Junction Bridge
HSR

Railroad (MBTA) Over Charles River in Boston and Cambridge: Suffolk County, Massachusetts and Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 462 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This railroad plate girder bridge is positioned such that it passes under a highway bridge as it crosses the river.

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Deans Bridge
HSR

Deans Bridge Road Over Muscoot Reservoir (Croton River) in Rural: Westchester County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Unknown

This pin-connected through truss is hidden away and abandoned, the road it served severed by I-684.

Quaker Bridge
HSR

Quaker Bridge Road Over Croton River in Cortlandt: Westchester County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York

This bridge is noteworthy as a product of Dean and Westbrook, however it has been the victim of some very low quality repairs.

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Newark Bay Bridge
Vincent R. Casciano Memorial Bridge, Turnpike Extension Bridge
HSR

New Jersey Turnpike Extension (I-78) Over Newark Bay in Newark and Bayonne: Essex County, New Jersey and Hudson County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Continuous 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 6,170 ft. Main Span: 671 ft. Roadway: 77 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1955 By: Unknown

This large high level bridge is adds interest to this extension of the New Jersey Turnpike, which connects to Bayonne.

Upper Hackensack Lift Bridge
HSR

Railroad (New Jersey Transit) Over Hackensack River in Lyndhurst and Secaucus: Hudson County, New Jersey and Bergen County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 723 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown

This mid 20th century bridge is located in a difficult to access combination of swampland and industrial development.

Herndon Bypass Road Bridge
HSR

PA-3006 (Herndon Bypass Road) Over Mahanoy Creek in Rural: Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 158 ft. Main Span: 153 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is a small through truss example of a state standard through truss bridge.

PA-61 Shamokin Creek Bridge
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PA-61 (Market Street) Over Shamokin Creek in Sunbury: Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 158 ft. Main Span: 154 ft. Roadway: 33 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

An otherwise mundane urban road is made interesting by this state standard through truss bridge.

Zaner Truss Bridge
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Zaner Bridge Road (PA-1022) Over Fishing Creek in Rural: Columbia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 121 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This state standard pony truss is noted as a rare example that still retains its original lattice railings.

Zaner Plate Girder Bridge
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Zaner Bridge Road (PA-1022) Over Fishing Creek Old Channel in Rural: Columbia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This state standard through plate girder is deteriorated, but noted for a lack of alteration.

Rohrsburg Road Bridge
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Rohrsburg Road (PA-254) Over Fishing Creek in Rural: Columbia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is a graceful state standard through truss on a state highway.

Stillwater Bridge
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PA-487 Over Fishing Creek in Rural: Columbia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 222 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 29 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Anthracite Bridge Company and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This state standard pony truss is noted for its multi-span configuration and skew.

Bridge Street Bridge
Piermont Bridge
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Bridge Street Over Sparkill Creek in Piermont: Rockland County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This is the oldest known surviving bascule bridge in the United States and the only known example in the country of a simple archaic draw bridge design.

Bridge Street Bridge
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Bridge Street Over Fishkill Creek in Beacon: Dutchess County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 14.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: New York Bridge Company of New York, New York

With ornate portal bracing, this is an extremely early surviving example of a Whipple truss bridge.

McKinley Street Bridge
Market Street Industrial Park Bridge
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McKinley Street Over Wappinger Creek in Wappingers Falls: Dutchess County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Unknown

This bridge has the appearance of a fairly old pin-connected truss bridge that may have a complicated history.

Wilbur Bridge
Rondout Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Rondout Creek in Kingston: Ulster County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,227 ft. Main Span: 270 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This impressive high level railroad bridge with a variety of span types is a unique landmark for the area.

Buffalo Creek Retreat Bridge
Hubbard Valley Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Hubbard Creek in Rural: Medina County, Ohio, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 151 ft. Main Span: 151 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This heavy duty through truss was moved and preserved and is a rare example of a highway Baltimore truss in Ohio.

Victory Parkway Bridge
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Victory Parkway (Eden Park Drive) Over Kemper Lane in Cincinnati: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 362 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown and City of Cincinnati, J. Robert Biedinger City Engineer

This concrete deck arch bridge has a very ornate appearance.

Market Street Bridge
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Market Street Over Tuscarawas River in Canal Fulton: Stark County, Ohio, United States

Stone and Brick Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 25.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1900 By: T. H. Watson Construction

This attractive stone arch bridge is located in the heart of Canal Fulton.

Carpenters Bluff Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway (Old Carpenters Bluff Road Alignment, Former Missouri, Oklahoma and Gulf Railroad) Over Red River in Rural: Bryan County, Oklahoma and Grayson County, Texas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,118 ft. Main Span: 196 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1910 By: Unknown

Originally a combined highway and railroad bridge, this large multi-span truss bridge is today preserved for pedestrian use.

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Dooker's Hollow Bridge
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Bell Avenue (Center Street) Over Dooker's Hollow and O'Connell Boulevard in North Braddock and East Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 598 ft. Main Span: 276 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1940 By: Pittsburgh - Des Moines Steel Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

Rather than preserve this impressive high level deck truss bridge it was instead sentenced to the dumpster to be replaced with a very ugly modern bridge.

Mansfield Bridge
Dravosburg Bridge
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Richland Avenue Over Monongahela River and Various Roads and Railroads in Dravosburg and McKeesport: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Cantilever 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,934 ft. Main Span: 500 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1951 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

This is an outstanding, unaltered example of a mid 20th century cantilever truss bridge.

Eastvale Bridge
John F. Kennedy Memorial Bridge
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4th Street (PA-588) Over Beaver River and Railroad in Eastvale and Beaver Falls: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 840 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Roadway: 51.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1961 By: Unknown

This is a relatively late example of a continuous through truss bridge of small to medium size.

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Hilliardton Bridge
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ON-569 Over Blanche River in Hilliard: Timiskaming District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 303 ft. Main Span: 211 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This bridge is noted for its impressive main span and combination of through and pony truss spans.

Greenwood Bridge
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Greenwood Bridge Road Over Blanche River in Casey and Brethour: Timiskaming District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 310 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its combination of through and pony truss spans.

Mattawa Railway Bridge (Pont Ferroviaire de Mattawa)
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Ottawa River in Mattawa: Nipissing District, Ontario and Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Québec, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,615 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is one of only a few examples in Canada of a very rare European style truss bridge with arched overhead bracing.

Bélanger Bridge
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Main Street (ON-593) Over Mattawa River in Mattawa: Nipissing District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

Technically, this is two bridges separated by a tiny island.

Hoghe Road Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Town Creek Tributary in Van Wert: Van Wert County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Brackett Bridge Company of Cincinnati, Ohio

This extremely rare surviving bedstead truss bridge was relocated and preserved on the Van Wert County Fairgrounds.

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Van Wert County Fairgrounds Bridge
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Fairgrounds Road Over Town Creek Tributary in Van Wert: Van Wert County, Ohio, United States

Metal 2 Panel Inverted Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This was a rare surviving example of a unique bridge design that combined a lattice girder with a unique inverted Kingpost truss.

Van Wert County Fairgrounds Footbridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Town Creek Tributary in Van Wert: Van Wert County, Ohio, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This small footbridge with handsome railings was built by the Canton Bridge Company.

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Hill Road Bridge
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Hill Road (TR-183) Over North Powell Creek in Rural: Defiance County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This classic small scale pin connected Pratt pony truss bridge has been demolished and replaced with a slab of concrete.

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Feasby-Wisener Road Bridge
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Feasby-Wisener Road (TR-208) Over Town Creek in Rural: Van Wert County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft.

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This small but unaltered example of a riveted Warren pony truss bridge was demolished and replaced with an ugly modern bridge.

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TR-84 Bridge
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TR-84 Over Ottawa Creek in Rural: Hancock County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Rather than leave this closed historic bridge standing as a historic monument, taxpayer dollars were wasted when this bridge was demolished with no replacement.

John Brown Road Bridge
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John Brown Road (TR-83, Liberty-Union Road) Over Hoaglin Creek in Rural: Van Wert County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1942 By: Unknown

This 1940s pony truss bridge consists of a simple design of rolled beams and riveted connections.

CR-39 Bridge
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CR-39 Over Little Sandy Creek in Wills: Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed riveted Pratt through truss bridge.

Middle Patch Road Bridge
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Middle Patch Road (CR-83/3) Over Paint Creek in Rural: Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This is a traditional riveted through truss bridge.

Lory Road Bridge
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Lory Road (CR-119/68) Over Camp Creek in Rural: Boone County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This riveted truss bridge has suffered some very unusual alterations and repairs.

Cedar Lakes Drive Bridge
Harry Ripley Memorial Bridge
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Cedar Lakes Drive (CR-25) Over Mill Creek in Rural: Jackson County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This is a traditional riveted through truss bridge.

Dupont Avenue Bridge
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Dupont Avenue (CR-60/21) Over Witcher Creek in Belle: Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Roanoke Iron and Bridge Works of Roanoke, Virginia

Located on former US-60 alignment, this riveted pony truss bridge has been closed to traffic.

New Hope Road Bridge
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New Hope Road (CR-52) Over Blue Creek in Rural: Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This is a rare ribbed variation of a historically significant Luten arch bridge.

Manresa Jesuit Retreat House Bridge
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Manresa Jesuit Retreat Road Over Quarton Lake Branch Rouge River in Bloomfield Hills: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This attractive concrete arch bridge provides an entrance to the retreat house.

3rd Street Bridge
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3rd Street Over Gowanus Canal in New York: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This is one of two surviving rolling lift bascule bridges on this canal which are among the oldest such bridges in the country.

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Union Street Bridge
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Union Street Over Gowanus Canal in New York: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 107 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This is one of two surviving rolling lift bascule bridges on this canal which are among the oldest such bridges in the country.

Terrace Bridge
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Hill Drive (Well House Drive) Over Prospect Park Lake in New York: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Metal Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Unknown

This is a very ornately detailed and early surviving example of a riveted metal arch bridge.

Hazleton Bridge
Knox County Bridge 235, Gibson County Bridge 385
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US-41 (Abandoned Alignment) Over White River in Hazleton: Knox County, Indiana and Gibson County, Indiana, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,988 ft. Main Span: 196 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1923 By: Stein Construction Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This large combination through and pony truss was abandoned as a newer US-41 bridge exists to the west.

Newbern Bridge
Bartholomew County Bridge 26
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Columbus People Trail Over Haw Creek in Columbus: Bartholomew County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 156 ft. Main Span: 151 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This notable pin-connected Camelback bridge was relocated and beautifully preserved for pedestrian use.

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Circle Road Bridge
Harrison County Bridge 65
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Circle Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Indian Creek in Rural: Harrison County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 13.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1884 By: Indianapolis Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

This bridge has the distinctive details of a bridge built by the Indianapolis Bridge Company.

Dickey's Ford Bridge
Miller Bridge, Orange County Bridge 18
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CR-375 North Over Lost River in Rural: Orange County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is a classic example of a Wrought Iron Bridge Company through truss that retains good historic integrity.

Harris Ford Bridge
Moores Hill Bridge, Warren County Bridge 56
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Clear Creek Trail (Bloomington Rail Trail) Over Clear Creek in Bloomington: Monroe County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 152 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Lomas Forge and Bridge Works of Cincinnati, Ohio

Relocated and preserved, this is a rare surviving bridge built by the Lomas Forge and Bridge Works and has some unusual details.

Chinworth Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Tippecanoe River in Warsaw: Kosciusko County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Bellefontaine Bridge and Iron Company of Bellefontaine, Ohio

Preserved in place for pedestrian use, this is one of the only remaining bridges by Bellefontaine Bridge and Iron Company.

Bush River Railway Bridge
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Access Road (Former Railroad (Canadian National, National Transcontinental Railway) Over Bush River in Unorganized North Cochrane District: Cochrane District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This is one of two similar railway bridges on what is today a scenic rural road.

Circle River Railway Bridge
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Access Road (Former Railroad (Canadian National, National Transcontinental Railway) Over Circle River in Unorganized North Cochrane District: Cochrane District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Canadian Bridge Company of Walkerville, Ontario

This is one of two similar railway bridges on what is today a scenic rural road.

Midlothian Road Bridge
Wiseman's Corner School Heritage Centre Swing Bridge
HSR

Nothing Over Ground (Exhibit) in Burk's Falls: Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Originally carrying Midlothian Road over the Magnetawan River, this small swing bridge was moved to museum grounds as an exhibit.

Monteith Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Ontario Northland) Over Driftwood River in Monteith: Cochrane District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 475 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This cool looking railway deck truss bridge sits on unusual triangular bents.

Rese Road Bridge
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Rese Road Over Driftwood River in Monteith: Cochrane District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This rare highway deck truss bridge with timber approach spans has been closed to traffic.

Totten Ford Bridge
Harrison County Bridge 75, Crawford County Bridge 7
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Totten Ford Road (CR-590 North) Over Blue River in Rural: Crawford County, Indiana and Harrison County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 161 ft. Main Span: 156 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown

This is an increasingly rare surviving example of a pin-connected Parker truss bridge in Indiana.

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Beechwood Road Bridge
Crawford County Bridge 43
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Beechwood Road (CR-4) Over Little Blue River in Rural: Crawford County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 113 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This riveted through truss is an attractive feature on this scenic rural road.

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Alton Road Bridge
Crawford County Bridge 42, Mill Creek Bridge
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CR-220 East (Alton Road) Over Mill Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Indianapolis Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

Despite some very crude welded repairs made to this bridge, it retains significance for its cast iron portal bracing details and association with a notable in-state builder.

Feeder Dam Bridge
Clay County Bridge 208
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Towpath Road Over Eel River in Rural: Clay County, Indiana, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 206 ft. Main Span: 202 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: C.F. Hunt Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

This abandoned bridge is a rare Whipple truss and the only known example of a bridge built by a small in-state bridge company.

Astronaut David Wolf Bridge
HSR

86th Street (82nd Street) (Eastbound) Over White River in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss,

Length: 548 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1942 By: B. E. Curry Building Corporation of Bloomington, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

This combination pony and through truss bridge has been turned into a one-way couplet with a modern bridge next to it.

CR-600 South Bridge
Shelby County Bridge 117
HSR

CR-600 South Over Conns Creek in Rural: Shelby County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This state standard pony truss bridge has been nicely painted in a vibrant blue.

County Line Bridge
Hancock County Bridge 105
HSR

CR-900 East Over Big Blue River in Rural: Hancock County, Indiana and Rush County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 204 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Pan American Bridge Company of New Castle, Indiana and Burk Construction Company of New Castle, Indiana and Cameron, Adolphus, and Warren Converse

This riveted Parker truss bridge has a number of features that make it stand out in Indiana.

St. Paul Bridge
Shelby County Bridge 147, Pike Bridge
HSR

Mound Road Over Flatrock River in St. Paul: Shelby County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony T-Beam,

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Lafayette Engineering Company of Lafayette, Indiana

Sitting on the stone substructure of a previous bridge is this attractive through and pony truss combination bridge.

McConnell Ford Bridge
Shelby County Bridge 41
HSR

CR-275 North Over Sugar Creek in Rural: Shelby County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Bolt-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 149 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Central States Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

This is one of only a few known bolt-connected Camelback truss bridges in Indiana.

Muncie Pennsylvania Railroad Bridge
Muncie Cardinal Greenway Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Cardinal Greenway Rail-Trail, Former Pennsylvania Railroad) Over White River in Muncie: Delaware County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 265 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1885 By: Unknown

This is a relatively early surviving railroad truss bridge composed of two pin-connected truss spans.

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Muncie C&O Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (C&O) Over White River in Muncie: Delaware County, Indiana, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 215 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This plate girder railroad bridge has been converted for pedestrian use.

Muncie Norfolk Southern Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over White River and McCulloch Boulevard in Muncie: Delaware County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 195 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is one of several historic railroad bridges in the vicinity.

Albany Bridge
Delaware County Bridge 85, Kitselman Park Bridge
HSR

White River and Cardinal Greenways Over White River in Rural: Delaware County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 285 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

This uncommon example of a Camelback type of truss bridge built by the regionally prolific Indiana Bridge Company was moved and preserved for pedestrians.

Washington Street Bridge
Delaware County Bridge 503
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Washington Street Over White River in Muncie: Delaware County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Camelback Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 291 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 31.2 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1930 By: Burk Construction Company of New Castle, Indiana and Charles A. Armintrout

This is a graceful multi-span arch bridge with relatively shallow arches.

Broadway Avenue Bridge
Delaware County Bridge 514
HSR

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (Broadway Avenue, Wysor Street) Over White River in Muncie: Delaware County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 366 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This is a traditional example of a closed spandrel arch bridge.

CR-1450 West Bridge
Greene County Bridge 188
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CR-1450 West Over Black Creek in Rural: Greene County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This classic Wrought Iron Bridge Company through truss is located in a rural, swampy area.

Old IN-66 Bridge
Warrick County Bridge 371
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Old IN-66 Over Little Pigeon Creek in Rural: Warrick County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 307 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This bridge is a relatively early surviving state standard through truss bridge.

Wilsey Road Bridge
Posey County Bridge 66
HSR

Wilsey Road Over Black River in Rural: Posey County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Bolt-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 660 ft. Main Span: 178 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge features a single through truss span plus a long series of steel stringer approach spans.

Miller Bridge
Gibson County Bridge 388, Pike County Bridge 32
HSR

CR-500 West (Miller Bridge Road) Over Patoka River (New Channel, Houchins Ditch) in Rural: Pike County, Indiana and Gibson County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Bolt-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This notable Camelback through truss bridge sits on a road that floods sometimes.

Murphy Ford Bridge
Orange County Bridge 95
HSR

CR-700 South Over Patoka River in Rural: Orange County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This is a late example of a pin-connected Pratt through truss bridge.

Higgins Ford Bridge
Orange County Bridge 31
HSR

CR-525 West Over Lost River in Rural: Orange County, Indiana, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 134 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana and David Braden of Indianapolis, Indiana

This classic Pratt truss bridge sits on handsome stone abutments.

Johnstown Bridge
HSR

Johnstown Road (CR-1300 West) Over Eel River in Rural: Owen County, Indiana and Greene County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 203 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana and Lou Drescher

Built by a prolific in-state builder, this bridge helps document the variety of designs the company built.

Warner Road Bridge
Warrick County Bridge 264, CR-475 West Bridge
HSR

Rivertown Trail Over Unnamed Creek in Newburgh: Warrick County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 13.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This graceful pony truss bridge was relocated and preserved as a functional attraction on a trail.

CR-175 South Bridge
Greene County Bridge 108
HSR

CR-175 South Over Richland Creek in Rural: Greene County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 13.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana and George M. Notter of Worthington, Indiana

This classic pin-connected truss bridge has been abandoned.

Dicy White Ford Bridge
Orange County Bridge 102, White's Ford Bridge
HSR

CR-175 East Over Patoka River in Rural: Orange County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana and A. N. McPheters

This is a traditional early 20th century pin connected truss bridge.

Old Williams Road Bridge
Lawrence County Bridge 198
HSR

Old Williams Road (Old IN-450) Over Salt Creek in Rural: Lawrence County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This riveted Pratt through truss has been abandoned.

New Hope Bridge
HSR

CR-400 North Over Flatrock River in Columbus: Bartholomew County, Indiana, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 263 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1913 By: Caldwell and Drake Iron Works of Columbus, Indiana

This two span through truss bridge continues to carry vehicular traffic in good condition.

Mill Grove Bridge
Owen County Bridge 14
HSR

CR-100 East (Tower Road) Over Mill Creek in Rural: Owen County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 194 ft. Main Span: 121 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Rochester Bridge Company of Rochester, Indiana and Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This bridge is noted for its combination of span and design types: a riveted pony truss and a pinned through truss.

Crystal Springs Bridge
HSR

Riverside Avenue (High Mill Avenue) (TR-352) Over Tuscarawas River in Crystal Springs: Stark County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 212 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This uncommon multi-span pony truss bridge was preserved in place for pedestrian use.

Bridge Road Bridge
HSR

Bridge Road (TR-186) Over Wills Creek in Rural: Guernsey County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is a later example of a bridge built by the prolific Wrought Iron Bridge Company.

Main Street Bridge
High Level Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Cuyahoga River in Akron and Cuyahoga Falls: Summit County, Ohio, United States

Metal Cantilever 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 909 ft. Main Span: 480 ft. Roadway: 51.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1948 By: Bates and Rogers of Chicago, Illinois and Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Wilbur J. Watson and Associates of Cleveland, Ohio

Although buried by thick forest and difficult to view, this is a large and impressive example of a cantilevered deck truss bridge.

Welty's Bridge
HSR

Mt. Pleasant Road Over Sugar Creek in Rural: Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 146 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This multi-span through truss bridge remains open to private traffic with alterations and despite significant deterioration.

Dover Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (R.J. Corman Railroad) Over Tuscarawas River in Dover: Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 260 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is an outstanding pin-connected railroad truss bridge with ornamental portal bracing.

Groninger Bridge
Dewamac Park Bridge
HSR

Lake City Greenway Trail (Chinworth Bridge Trail) Over Maish Ditch in Rural: Kosciusko County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 57 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Elkhart Bridge and Iron Company of Elkhart, Indiana

This pony truss bridge built by a notable in-state builder was relocated and preserved for pedestrian use.

IN-42 Cagles Mill Lake Bridge
IN-42 Cataract Lake Bridge
HSR

IN-42 Over Cataract Lake in Rural: Owen County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 582 ft. Main Span: 157 ft. Roadway: 31.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1951 By: Unknown

This large, graceful deck arch bridge has been rehabilitated for continued vehicular use.

Sand Road Bridge
Knox County Bridge 119
HSR

Sand Road (CR-1600 East) Over Black Creek in Rural: Knox County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 121 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This riveted through truss bridge has a 14 degree skew.

Myers Road Bridge
Warrick County Bridge 310
HSR

Myers Road (CR-400 South) Over Caney Creek in Rural: Warrick County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Unknown

This is an extremely rare rivet-connected bedstead pony truss bridge.

Oliver Avenue Bridge
HSR

Oliver Avenue Over White River in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 708 ft. Main Span: 139 ft. Roadway: 60.7 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This closed spandrel arch bridge of decent size has been rehabilitated for continued use.

Old Rothrock Mill Bridge
Crawford County Bridge 39
HSR

Indian Creek Trail Over Indian Creek in Corydon: Harrison County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 161 ft. Main Span: 157 ft. Roadway: 13.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This magnificent pin-connected Parker truss is one of two historic truss bridges preserved on this trail.

Martindale Bridge
Greene County Bridge 195
HSR

Township Line Road (CR-600 West) Over 4 Mile Creek (4 Mile Ditch) in Rural: Greene County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This is a fairly heavy and extremely late example of a pin-connected pony truss bridge.

Pieper Road Bridge
Knox County Bridge 55
HSR

Pieper Road (CR-1050 East) Over Purdy Marsh in Rural: Knox County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a skewed pin-connected pony truss bridge.

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Base Road Bridge
Greene County Bridge #119
HSR

Base Road Over Bucher Ditch in Rural: Greene County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This bridge was a traditional riveted pony truss bridge.

Lick Creek Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Road Over Lick Creek in Rural: Orange County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Unknown

This very short through truss bridge has been abandoned, and is overgrown and deteriorated.

Mull Bridge
Frank Mull Bridge, Shelby County Bridge 31
HSR

CR-800 East (East County Line Road) Over Little Blue River in Rural: Shelby County, Indiana and Rush County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This bridge has an unusual detail where plate was riveted to the faces of the vertical member channels.

Jeffers Bridge
Clay County Bridge 127
HSR

CR-200 South Over Birch Creek (Heck Ditch) in Rural: Clay County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This is one of the youngest known surviving pin-connected truss highway bridges.

Brownsville High Level Bridge
Lane Bane Bridge
HSR

US-40 Over Monongahela River and Various Roads and Railroads in Brownsville: Fayette County, Pennsylvania and Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous 14 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,133 ft. Main Span: 518 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1960 By: Pittsburgh - Des Moines Steel Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Robert W. Lowry of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

With the destruction of so many older truss bridges over this river, this bridge is an increasingly rare example of a truss bridge over the Monongahela.

Munhall Railroad Bridge
Pinkerton's Landing Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Monongahela River in Munhall and Swissvale: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,250 ft. Main Span: 270 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1963 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

Sitting on stone piers of an older bridge, this mid-20th century truss bridge is at the location of the Battle of Homestead.

Aspinwall Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Allegheny Valley Railroad) Over Allegheny River and Railroads in Aspinwall and Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,835 ft. Main Span: 410 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1904 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This large pin-connected through truss bridge also features an unusual Y approach structure at the north end.

Carrie Furnace Hot Metal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Union Railroad) Over Monongahela River in Rankin and Munhall: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 20 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,300 ft. Main Span: 500 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and John C. Spencer and W. H. Smith

This abandoned railroad bridge located next to the historic remains of the Carrie Furnace is noted for its massive 500 foot main span.

White Mills Bridge
HSR

Old KY-84 Over Nolin River in Rural: Hardin County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 198 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio

This is a great example of a Champion Bridge Company truss bridge and also has riveted steel bents.

Browns Island Bridge
HSR

Steel Mill Access and Pipelines Over Ohio River (Main Channel) in Weirton: Hancock County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Continuous 20 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,312 ft. Main Span: 650 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1972 By: Unknown

This continuous truss bridge was built to handle the internal needs of the Weirton Steel mill complex.

Glenwood Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Monongahela River in Pittsburgh and West Homestead: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,700 ft. Main Span: 465 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge is noted for its large rivet-connected Pennsylvania through truss span.

Glenwood Bridge
HSR

PA-885 Over Monongahela River, Railroad, and Carson Street in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous 18 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,276 ft. Main Span: 567 ft. Roadway: 54 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1966 By: Unknown and Richardson, Gordon, and Associates of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (George S. Richardson)

This bridge is unusual because most of the trusses are below deck except at the piers where they rise up forming a through truss design.

New Brighton Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Beaver River, Railroad, and 7th Avenue in New Brighton: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,221 ft. Main Span: 219 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1926 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and J. F. Leonard

This railroad bridge is composed of very heavy but shallow riveted deck truss spans.

Albertus L. Meyers Bridge
8th Street Viaduct
HSR

8th Street (PA-2055) Over Little Lehigh Creek in Allentown: Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States

Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,793 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1913 By: McArthur Brothers of New York, New York and Benjamin H. Davis of New York, New York

This is an extremely large multi-span high level deck arch bridge that has been rehabilitated.

Broad Street Bridge
HSR

Broad Street Over Monocacy Creek and Various Roads and Railroad in Bethlehem: Northampton County, Pennsylvania and Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 431 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 41 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1909 By: Cramp and Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and L. A. Francisco

This is a large, high level concrete arch bridge of early construction for its size.

10th Street Bridge
HSR

10th Street Over Shamokin Creek in Sunbury: Northumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 181 ft. Main Span: 176 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: M. H. Stebbins and G. A. Flink

This bridge uncommon riveted Camelback through truss bridge has been closed to traffic.

Tilghman Street Viaduct
HSR

Tilghman Street (Union Boulevard, PA-1002) Over Lehigh River and Railroad in Allentown: Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,387 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 12

Built 1929 By: Seeds and Derham of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and James B. Long

This is a long curved viaduct composed of many open spandrel arch spans.

Bethlehem Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Lehigh River in Bethlehem: Northampton County, Pennsylvania and Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 440 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This classic railroad truss bridge sits in the shadow of the large Hill-To-Hill Bridge.

WHEMCO Access Bridge
West Homestead Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Railroad in West Homestead: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This riveted through truss foot bridge has been abandoned with its approaches removed.

Swinburne Bridge
HSR

Frazier Street (Swinburne Street) Over Saline Street and Railroad (CSX) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 600 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 12

Built 1915 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh Department of Public Works

This is a high level viaduct type structure, composed of riveted through plate girder spans.

PA-837 Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over PA-837 and Railroad (Pennsylvania Union Railroad) in Clairton: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 600 ft. Main Span: 420 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This large overpass truss is noted for its combination of pinned and riveted connections.

East Pittsburgh Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Union Railroad) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in East Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 210 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1945 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This through truss can be viewed from the Westinghouse Bridge which looms over this bridge making it look smaller than it is.

Turtle Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Pennsylvania Union Railroad) Over Turtle Creek in East Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 890 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge appears to date to the mid 20th Century and is noted for its unusual fishbelly deck truss design.

Talbot and Kenmawr Avenue Ramp Bridges
HSR

Talbot and Kenmawr Avenue Ramps Over West Braddock Avenue and Fleet Street in Rankin: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 552 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1951 By: Unknown and Allegheny County Department of Public Works

This pair of bridges offer unusual construction details as they serve their purpose of providing an approach to the Rankin Bridge entrance.

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Frazier Street Footbridge
HSR

Frazier Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Braddock: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This was a small scale and lightweight riveted pedestrian footbridge, noted for its bedstead design.

West Prestonsburg Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street Over Levisa Fork in West Prestonsburg and Prestonsburg: Floyd County, Kentucky, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 500 ft. Main Span: 235 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Steel and Lebby Contracting Company of Knoxville, Tennessee

One of the most unique rainbow arch bridges in the country, this bridge has a lightweight appearance and soaring arch.

Spruce Pine Footbridge
Old Pine Walking Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over North Toe River in Spruce Pine: Mitchell County, North Carolina, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Bowstring Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 403 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This unique footbridge is noted for its rare design which is configured as a bowstring deck truss.

Chambers Farm Lane Bridge
Haywood County Bridge 79
HSR

Chambers Farm Lane (NC-1112) (Old Alignment) Over West Fork Pigeon River in Rural: Haywood County, North Carolina, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Dean and Westbrook of New York, New York, Agents

Bypassed and preserved for pedestrian use, this is the only surviving Phoenix column bridge in North Carolina, and the oldest highway truss bridge in the state.

Elk Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Elk Creek Road (CR-65/03) (Old Alignment) Over Pigeon Creek in Delbarton: Mingo County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of the only surviving rainbow arch bridges in West Virginia, this bridge has been bypassed, and may be a rare rainbow arch associated with Luten.

American Legion Memorial Bridge
HSR

US-421 (TN-34) Over South Holston Lake (South Holston River) in Rural: Sullivan County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam),

Length: 1,263 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1950 By: Virginia Bridge Company of Roanoke, Virginia and Tennessee Valley Authority

This is a graceful, but slightly asymmetrical continuous through truss bridge.

Butler Memorial Bridge
HSR

TN-67 Over Watauga Lake (Watauga River) in Rural: Carter County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Continuous 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 1,092 ft. Main Span: 492 ft. Roadway: 28.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1948 By: Nashville Bridge Company of Nashville, Tennessee and Tennessee Valley Authority

This large deck truss bridge won an award for its beauty when it was constructed.

Barkers Creek Road Bridge
Jewel J. Revis Memorial Bridge
HSR

Barkers Creek Road (NC-1392) (Abandoned Alignment) Over Tuckasegee River in Rural: Jackson County, North Carolina, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This is a rare example of a pin-connected Camelback truss in North Carolina.

Blevins Bridge
HSR

Old Railroad Grade Road Over Doe River in Rural: Carter County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 111 ft. Main Span: 106 ft. Roadway: 9.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Located on a road that was long ago a railroad line, this is a rare truss bridge built by the noted Keystone Bridge Company.

Broad Street Bridge
HSR

Broad Street (US-231) Over Doe River in Elizabethton: Carter County, Tennessee, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 299 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 58.7 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1929 By: Luten Bridge Company of Knoxville, Tennessee

This is one of two well-preserved Luten arch bridges in Elizabethton noted for their wide roadways and lack of alteration.

Elk Avenue Bridge
HSR

Elk Avenue Over Doe River in Elizabethton: Carter County, Tennessee, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 234 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 53.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Luten Bridge Company of Knoxville, Tennessee

This is one of two well-preserved Luten arch bridges in Elizabethton noted for their wide roadways and lack of alteration.

Pete Dillon Bridge
HSR

Harvey Street Over Tug Fork in Williamson: Mingo County, West Virginia and Pike County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 298 ft. Main Span: 208 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is a fairly wide two lane riveted through truss that leads to the downtown of Williamson.

Justell Bridge
HSR

KY-2557 Over Levisa Fork in Justell: Floyd County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 727 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 9.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This narrow former railroad bridge was converted for highway use and now serves a very lightly traveled state-owned road.

Pauley Bridge
HSR

Meadowview Drive Over Levisa Fork in Pikeville: Pike County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 500 ft. Main Span: 383 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Works Progress Administration Forces and O. S. Batten

Featuring imposing stone towers, this major Works Progress Administration bridge has been preserved for pedestrian use.

Adams Street Bridge
HSR

Adams Street Over Railroad (Abandoned Interstate Railroad) in Coeburn: Wise County, Virginia, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Howe Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unique bridge with extremely unusual design was built using salvaged used railroad rails.

Hicks Hollow Road Bridge
HSR

Hicks Hollow Road (NC-1306) Over Elk River in Rural: Avery County, North Carolina, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 133 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a good example of a pin-connected Pratt truss in North Carolina, where this bridge type is rare.

North Hominy Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over North Hominy Creek and Sandy Lane in Rural: Haywood County, North Carolina, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 400 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This railroad deck truss bridge is noted for its uncommon pin-connected Warren truss configuration.

Old Central Holston Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Road Over South Fork Holston River in Rural: Sullivan County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 380 ft. Main Span: 171 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By:

This abandoned bridge has an unclear history.

Naugatuck Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Pigeon Creek in Naugatuck: Mingo County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This double-track railroad bridge sits just south of a split in the tracks.

Williamson Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Tug Fork in Williamson: Pike County, Kentucky and Mingo County, West Virginia , United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 560 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 14.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This railroad bridge is noted for its skewed Baltimore through truss span.

Kewanee Swinging Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Levisa Fork in Rural: Pike County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Swinging Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is a representative example of a crude swinging bridge built to provide pedestrian access to remote areas in the mountains.

Tuckasegee Swinging Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Tuckaseigee River in Rural: Jackson County, North Carolina, United States

Metal Swinging Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Roanoke Bridge Company of Roanoke, Virginia (Builder of Salvaged Parts)

This suspension footbridge is noted for its three tower design and use of salvaged bridge parts for the towers.

Hominy Creek Road Bridge
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Hominy Creek Road (Old NC-191) (Abandoned Alignment) Over Hominy Creek in Asheville: Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 149 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This classic concrete arch bridge has been abandoned and is now positioned directly under an I-26 bridge.

US-276 Bridge
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US-276 Over West Fork Pigeon River in Woodrow: Haywood County, North Carolina, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 128 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1935 By: Unknown and North Carolina State Highway Commission

This bridge is a representative example of a concrete t-beam in North Carolina.

Biltmore Estate Bridge
HSR

Winery Approach Road Over Formalie Branch (Biltmore Estate Bass Pond) in Rural: Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States

Brick Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: D.C. Weeks and Richard Morris Hunt

Located on the famous Biltmore Estate is this rare all-brick arch bridge.

East Williamson Footbridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Williamson: Mingo County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Abandoned with the approach stairway removed, this footbridge appears to have connected the buildings of a railyard to a residential area of Williamson.

Thomas Bridge
HSR

Old Thomas Bridge Road Over Beaver Creek in Bluff City: Sullivan County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 171 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: New Columbus Bridge Company of Columbus, Ohio

Abandoned, deteriorated, and with piles of garbage on the deck, this bridge is sadly on the verge of collapse.

NY-32 Moodna Creek Bridge
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NY-32 Over Moodna Creek in Cornwall: Orange County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 37.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This traditional state highway through truss has a wide roadway and a bright red coat of paint.

Livengood Ford Bridge
Orange County Bridge 55
HSR

Old IN-145 Over French Lick Creek in Rural: Orange County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: National Concrete Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and Daniel Luten

This is a small but unaltered and notable example of a Luten arch bridge.

New Discovery Road Bridge
Parke County Bridge 98
HSR

New Discovery Road (CR-160 South) Over Williams Creek in Rural: Parke County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several rare examples of curved chord through girders found only in Parke County, and no other county in Indiana.

Perrin Bridge
Parke County Bridge 34
HSR

CR-400 South Over Sunderland Branch (Little Raccoon Creek) in Rural: Parke County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: W. J. Nowling

This is one of several rare examples of curved chord through girders found only in Parke County, and no other county in Indiana.

CR-122 South Bridge
Putnam County Bridge 202
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CR-122 South Over Mill Creek in Rural: Putnam County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 173 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is a multi-span pony truss also noted for a skew.

CR-300 South Bridge
Putnam County Bridge 154
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CR-300 South Over Deer Creek in Rural: Putnam County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This is a traditional riveted pony truss.

Taconic State Parkway Southbound New Croton Reservoir Bridge
HSR

Taconic State Parkway (Southbound) (NY-987G) Over New Croton Reservoir in Rural: Westchester County, New York, United States

Metal Continuous 16 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,363 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Roadway: 40.4 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1972 By: Unknown

This truss bridge was built to create a one-way couplet with an existing historic bridge and provide separate bridges for northbound and southbound traffic.

NY-129 Bridge
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NY-129 Over Taconic State Parkway (Northbound) (NY-987G) in Rural: Westchester County, New York, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1968 By: Unknown

This is a very late example of a concrete rigid-frame overpass bridge in New York State.

Cleft Ridge Arch
HSR

Well House Drive Over Pedestrian Walkway in New York: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1872 By: Unknown and Calvert Vaux

This ancient stone arch bridge is also noted for its very ornamental details.

Nethermead Arch
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Center Drive Over The Ambergill, Pedestrian Walkway in New York: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 34.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1870 By: Unknown

This stone arch bridge is buried in a wooded area, but is noted for its impressive brick underside that people walking under it can enjoy.

Culver Viaduct 3rd Avenue Overpass
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Railroad (New York Subway, F Line and G Line) Over 3rd Avenue in New York: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 84 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This is one of the larger spans of this section of elevated railroad, which required a truss span.

Winding Road Bridge
HSR

Winding Road (PA-1020) Over Fishing Creek in Rural: Columbia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1955 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This bridge is an excellent representative example of a 1950s steel stringer bridge, noted for its lack of alteration including original railings.

Winding Road Bridge
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Winding Road (PA-1020) Over Pine Creek in Rural: Columbia County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is an increasingly rare example of an unaltered highway plate girder in Pennsylvania.

Dunlaps Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Dunlaps Creek in Brownsville: Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is a small, simple concrete arch railroad bridge, located in the shadow of other historic bridges in the area.

Woolslayer Bridge
Stormsford Bridge
HSR

Brush Creek Park Trail Over Brush Creek in Rural: Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This genuine historic truss bridge, a notable product of the Penn Bridge Company, has been hidden and diminished by the addition of a fake wooden covering.

Charles River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (MBTA Worcester Line) Over Charles River in Newton: Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 219 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 62 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown

This is a heavy duty concrete arch bridge built to carry multiple sets of tracks.

Boylston Street Overpass
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Boylston Street (MA-9) Over Quinobequin Road (Ellis Street) in Newton: Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 54.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is a good representative example of a fairly early concrete, stone faced rigid-frame bridge.

Embankment Road Westbound Offramp Bridge
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Embankment Road Westbound Offramp Over Embankment Road in Boston: Suffolk County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 496 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1951 By: Unknown

This unusual curved ramp bridge consists of stepped plate girders.

Millard E. Tydings Memorial Bridge
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I-95 Over Susquehanna River and Railroad in Havre de Grace: Harford County, Maryland and Cecil County, Maryland, United States

Metal Bolt-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 5,061 ft. Main Span: 490 ft. Roadway: 80 ft. Main Spans: 11

Built 1962 By: Unknown

This is a later, but extremely long example of a cantilever deck truss.

Pine Creek Rail Trail Bridge 1
Tomb Bridge
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Railroad (Pine Creek Rail Trail) Over Pine Creek in Rural: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 480 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1902 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

Located on a rail-trail in a scenic mountainous setting, this is one of several stunning historic truss bridges on the rail-trail.

Pine Creek Rail Trail Bridge 2
Ramsey Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Pine Creek Rail Trail) Over Pine Creek in Rural: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 470 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1902 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

Located on a rail-trail in a scenic mountainous setting, this is one of several stunning historic truss bridges on the rail-trail.

Pine Creek Rail Trail Bridge 3
Waterville Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Pine Creek Rail Trail) Over Little Pine Creek in Rural: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1902 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

Located on a rail-trail in a scenic mountainous setting, this is one of several stunning historic truss bridges on the rail-trail.

Pine Creek Rail Trail Bridge 4
Cedar Run Bridge
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Railroad (Pine Creek Rail Trail) Over Pine Creek in Rural: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 420 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1902 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

Located on a rail-trail in a scenic mountainous setting, this is one of several stunning historic truss bridges on the rail-trail.

Cogan Station Bridge
HSR

PA-973 Over Lycoming Creek in Perryville: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 211 ft. Main Span: 206 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This classic state standard through truss has been nicely rehabilitated.

Roaring Branch Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (TR-860) Over Lycoming Creek in Rural: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, and Tioga County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This classic pin-connected pony truss has been altered by the addition of a load-bearing arch to the trusses.

Pleasant Stream Road Bridge
HSR

Pleasant Stream Road (TR-665) Over Lycoming Creek in Rural: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: E. C. Williams and Mark C. Krause

This is an unaltered example of a county-designed 1930s truss bridge, and as such it differs in design from state designs in use at the same time.

Montour Park Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Road Over Montour Run in Robinson Township and Moon Township: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This abandoned bridge has the distinctive details indicating it is an extremely early surviving example of a pin-connected Pratt truss.

Wheeling Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Wheeling Terminal Railway) Over Wheeling Creek and McColloch Street in Wheeling: Ohio County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is a fairly lightweight railroad deck truss bridge.

Lickdale Road Bridge
HSR

Lickdale Road (PA-1020) Over Swatara Creek in Rural: Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 236 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1932 By: H. R. Miller Company and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This state standard pony truss is noted for its two-span configuration and its skew.

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McDowell Bridge
HSR

McDowell Lane (TR-717) Over Chartiers Creek in Canonsburg and McMurray: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Continuous Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 143 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1943 By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a concrete through girder in western Pennsylvania.

Broadway Street Bridge
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Broadway Street Over Schuylkill River in Schuylkill Haven: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 158 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Charles E. Walton of Pottsville, Pennsylvania

This is an uncommon small-scale example of an open spandrel concrete arch bridge.

Little Lehigh Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Lehigh Valley Railroad) Over Little Lehigh Creek in Allentown: Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This uncommon riveted railroad pony truss bridge has been abandoned for a long time.

Hecla Bridge
HSR

Schuylkill Road (PA-2022) Over Little Schuylkill River in Hecla: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1927 By: Charles E. Walton of Pottsville, Pennsylvania

This is a traditional example of a small scale closed spandrel arch bridge.

Swopes Valley Road Bridge
HSR

Swopes Valley Road (TR-391) Over Swatara Creek in Rural: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 24.6 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This is a traditional example of a small scale closed spandrel arch bridge.

Columbia Street Bridge
HSR

Columbia Street (PA-443) Over Schuylkill River in Schuylkill Haven: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 137 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1921 By: Concrete Steel Bridge Company of Clarksburg, West Virginia

This is a traditional example of a small scale closed spandrel arch bridge.

PA-895 Bridge
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PA-895 (Wood Street, Rock Road) Over Swatara Creek in Pine Grove: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1934 By: Walter H. Drawbaugh of Dover, Pennsylvania

This is a traditional example of a small scale closed spandrel arch bridge.

PA-443 Bridge
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PA-443 Over South Branch Swatara Creek in Rural: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This bridge appears to have been a Luten arch bridge which was widened using a standard county arch and railing design on one side.

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Walnut Street Bridge
HSR

Walnut Street Over Trout Creek and Factory Street in Slatington: Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 302 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This somewhat high level plate girder bridge is noted for its concrete approach spans.

Ohio Road Bridge
HSR

Ohio Road Over Monocacy Creek in Bethlehem: Northampton County, Pennsylvania and Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This small stone arch bridge has been preserved in place for pedestrian use.

Kentucky Avenue Bridge
Marion County Bridge 3110
HSR

Kentucky Avenue Over White River in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 959 ft. Main Span: 147 ft. Roadway: 56.4 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1925 By: Mead-Balch Construction of Indianapolis, Indiana

This is a large multi-span concrete arch bridge that has lost its original railings.

Reelsville Bridge
Putnam County Bridge 159
HSR

CR-625 West Over Big Walnut Creek in Rural: Putnam County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 171 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Luten Engineering Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and Daniel Luten

This uncommon rural open spandrel variation of a Luten arch bridge was bypassed and preserved in place.

Morris Street Bridge
Marion County Bridge 3108
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Morris Street Over White River in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 653 ft. Main Span: 138 ft. Roadway: 64 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1928 By: National Concrete Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and Daniel Luten

This is a later example of a Luten arch bridge, and it is in good condition, although the railings on it are not original.

White River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Former Pennsylvania Railroad) Over White River in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 665 ft. Main Span: 100 ft.

Built By: Unknown

At this location, two traditional riveted deck plate girder railroad bridges cross the river.

Lincoln Way Bridge
HSR

Lincoln Way (Historic Lincoln Highway) Over Bowman Creek in South Bend: St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny stone arch is located on the historic Lincoln Highway, and is handsomely proportioned with keystones and ornate railings.

Kentucky Avenue Eagle Creek Bridge
Marion County Bridge 3111
HSR

Kentucky Avenue Over Eagle Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 205 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 54.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This later example of a concrete arch bridge has lost its original railings.

Ferry Street Bridge
Wabash County Bridge 505
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Ferry Street Over Charley Creek and Vermont Street in Wabash: Wabash County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 238 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1905 By: John A. Ross and Trussed Concrete Steel Company of Detroit, Michigan and John Hilty

This is one of the only known surviving examples of a bridge using the patented Kahn type of trussed rebar.

Huntington Street Bridge
Wabash County Bridge 506
HSR

Huntington Street Over Wabash River in Wabash: Wabash County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 695 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1995 By: Janse Brothers, Boomer, Crain and Howe of Detroit, Michigan and Asa Waters Grosvenor of Fort Wayne, Indiana

This concrete arch bridge was designed by a noteworthy regional engineer.

Wabash Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Wabash River in Wabash: Wabash County, Indiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 705 ft. Main Span: 100 ft.

Built 1907 By: Unknown

This traditional deck plate girder bridge is noted for its curved design.

CR-600 East Bridge
Shelby County Bridge 134
HSR

CR-600 East Over Deer Creek in Rural: Shelby County, Indiana, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 16 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1892 By: William Avery and Joseph Eck

This is a small two span stone arch bridge in a rural location.

CR-650 North Bridge
Decatur County Bridge 33
HSR

CR-650 North Over Little Flatrock River in Rural: Decatur County, Indiana, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 134 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1903 By: Samuel A. Hodson and Joseph M. Mathews

This is a multi-span arch bridge with a combination of span types.

Garfield Park Bridge
Marion County Bridge 3229
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Bean Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 24.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Unknown

This small stone arch bridge in a park setting is noted for its attractive railing and arched deck.

Pagoda Drive Bridge
Marion County Bridge 3220
HSR

Pagoda Drive Over Bean Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Todd and Reid of Indianapolis, Indiana and John L. Elliott

This is one of several historic arch bridges located in Garfield Park.

Conservatory Drive Bridge
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Conservatory Drive Over Pleasant Run in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: H. F. Hackerdorn

This is a graceful arched bridge with a deck that is also arched, and it has brick detailing on the concrete.

Garfield Park Bridge
HSR

Garfield Park Road Over Bean Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 33.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Todd and Reid of Indianapolis, Indiana and John L. Elliott

This is one of several historic arch bridges in and around Garfield Park.

Southern Avenue Bridge
Marion County Bridge 3221
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Southern Avenue Over Bean Creek in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: T. Frazier

This is one of several historic arch bridges in and around Garfield Park.

Gospel Street Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Gospel Street) Over Lick Creek in Paoli: Orange County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Sitting next to a historic highway truss bridge is this historic riveted bowstring footbridge.

Broadway Bridge
HSR

Broadway Street Over Turtle Creek in Lebanon: Warren County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1897 By: Emerson and Jones and P. O. Monfort

One of the oldest concrete bridges in Ohio, this bridge is also a rare example of an unreinforced concrete bridge.

Foster Bridge
HSR

US-22 and OH-3 Over Little Miami River in Rural: Warren County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,358 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1937 By: W. L. Johnson Construction Company of Hicksville, Ohio and D. H. Overman and Ohio State Highway Department

This is a very large concrete arch bridge that can be difficult to view due to the trees surrounding it.

Liberty Road Bridge
HSR

Liberty Road Over North Crooked Creek in New Concord: Muskingum County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is a rare surviving example of a curved chord through girder bridge in Ohio.

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Liberty Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Liberty Road Over Railroad (CSX) in New Concord: Muskingum County, Ohio, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is an uncommon plate girder and timber highway over railroad overpass that has been closed to traffic.

大栄橋 (Daiei Bridge) (たいえいばし)
HSR

Koto Ward Road No. 3020 (江東区道第3020号線) Over Oyoko River (大横川) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Yokogawa Bridge Works

This is one of several similar riveted truss bridges in this area.

福壽橋 (Fukuju Bridge)
福寿橋 Fukujyu Bridge (ふくじゅばし)
HSR

Koto Ward Road No. 3415 (江東区道第3415号線) Over Oyoko River (大横川) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 128 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Kisha Seizo Kaisha of Osaka, Japan

A two color paint scheme highlights the attractive v-lacing and lattice on this bridge.

萬年橋 (Mannen Bridge) (まんねんばし)
HSR

Koto Ward Road No. 3124 (江東区道第3124号線) (Mannenbashi Street) Over Onagi River (小名木川) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal 12 Panel Tied Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 185 ft. Main Span: 177 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Kajima Group and Kawasaki Shipyard

This attractive riveted braced arch is a good and rare example of this bridge technology in Japan.

南高橋 (Minamitaka Bridge) (みなみたかはし)
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Sakura Street (「桜通り」), Chuo Ward Road No. 416 (中央区道第416号線) Over Kamejima River (亀島川) in Tokyo (東京): Chūō (中央区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 207 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Tokyo Ishikawajima Shipyard Company and Ryuta Hara

This ornate bridge is one of the only known pin-connected truss bridges in Japan.

西深川橋 (Nishifukawa Bridge) (にしふかがわばし)
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Koto Ward Road No. 3009 (江東区道第3009号線 ) Over Onagi River (小名木川) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 184 ft. Main Span: 177 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

Massive members define this well maintained bridge.

新高橋 (Shintaka Bridge) (しんたかはし)
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Koto Ward Road No. 3126 (江東区道第3126号線) Over Onagi River (小名木川) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 184 ft. Main Span: 177 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Yokogawa Bridge Works

Massive members define this well maintained bridge.

白妙橋 (Shirotae Bridge) (しらたえはし)
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Koto Ward Road No. 3145 (江東区道第3145号線) Over Hiraku Canal (平久(ひらく)運河) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal 10 Panel Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Miyaji Iron Works and Masaru Ataka-Tatsuya Takio of Tokyo, Japan

This graceful arch is traditionally composed and riveted.

東富橋 (Higashi Tomi Bridge) (とうとみばし)
Totomi Bridge
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Koto Ward Road 3125 (江東区道3125号線) Over Oyoko River (大横川) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 133 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This bridge is a traditionally composed example of its type.

崎川橋 (Zakigawa Bridge) (さきかわばし)
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Koto Ward Road No. 3126 (江東区道第3126号線 ) Over Sendaibori River (仙台堀川) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 114 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Tokyo Steel Bridge Company

This is one of several similar riveted truss bridges in this area.

鶴歩橋 (Tsuruayumu Bridge) (かくほばし)
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Koto Ward Road No. 3412 (江東区道第3412号線) Over Heikyu River (平久川) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 131 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is one of several similar through truss bridges found in this ward.

JR小名木橋梁 (JR East Onagi River Bridge) (おなぎきょうりょう)
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Railroad (JR東日本/越中島線) (JR East) Over Onagi River (小名木川) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 197 ft. Main Span: 161 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Tokyo Ishikawajima Shipyard and Japan Ministry of Railways

This is a traditional railroad through truss and plate girder bridge.

勝鬨橋 (Kachidoki Bridge) (かちどきはし)
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Harumi Dori Avenue (晴海通り(放射34号線)) Over Sumida River (隅田川) (すみだがわ) in Tokyo (東京): Chūō (中央区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule and Approach Spans: Metal 18 Panel Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 807 ft. Main Span: 169 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Kawasaki Heavy Industries Rolling Stock Company and Yokogawa Bridge Works and Tatsuya Takio and Masaru Ataka

This magnificent bridge features a plate girder bascule bridge flanked by massive through arch spans.

亀久橋 (Kamehisa Bridge) (かめひさばし)
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Gangdong District Road 3125 (江東区道3125号線 ) Over Sendaibori River (仙台堀川) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This riveted truss bridge is noted for its vertical end posts.

小松橋 (Komatsu Bridge) (こまつばし)
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Gangdong District Road No. 3016 (江東区道第3016号線) Over Onagi River (小名木川) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 185 ft. Main Span: 177 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

Massive members define this well maintained bridge.

木場橋 (Kiba Bridge) (きばばし)
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Gangdong District Road No. 3412 (江東区道第3412号線) Over Oshima River East Tributary (大島川東支川) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 89 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This is a traditionally composed bridge with the exception of the oval-shaped cutouts on some built-up beams, a characteristic of a number of Tokyo bridges.

進開橋 (Shinkai Bridge) (しんかいばし)
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Meiji-dori Avenue Over Onagi River (小名木川) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal Cantilever Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a riveted cantilever deck plate girder bridge.

茂森橋 (Shigemori Bridge) (しげもりばし)
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Kasaibashi-dori Avenue (葛西橋通り) Over Oyoko River (大横川) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch,

Main Span: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This small deck plate girder bridge is flanked by tiny concrete arch spans.

要橋 (Kaname Bridge) (かなめばし)
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Kasaibashi-dori Avenue (葛西橋通り) Over Oshima River East Tributary (大島川東支川) in Tokyo (東京): Kōtō (江東区), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small riveted deck plate girder bridge.

二重橋 (Nijyuu Bridge) (にじゅうばし)
皇居正門鉄橋 (Imperial Palace Main Gate Iron Bridge)
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Palace Road Over Inner Moat (内濠) in Tokyo (東京): Chiyoda (千代田), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Unknown

This is one of only a few known examples of a cast iron arch bridge in Japan.

石橋 (Ishi Bridge) (いしばし)
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Palace Road Over Inner Moat (内濠) in Tokyo (東京): Chiyoda (千代田), Tokyo (東京), Japan (日本)

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Unknown

Located on the imperial palace grounds is this rare surviving stone arch bridge.

Blaker Mills Road Bridge
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Blaker Mills Road (CR-66) Over Mill Creek in Rural: Greenbrier County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This small arch bridge is noted for its unusual bridge railings.

US-19 Beaver Creek Bridge
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US-19 Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Raleigh County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is a classic state-owned highway concrete arch bridge.

Thurmond Road Bridge
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Thurmond Road (CR-25) Over Dunloup Creek in Rural: Fayette County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This is a classic unaltered example of a Luten Bridge Company bridge.

Thurmond Road Bridge
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Thurmond Road (CR-25) Over Dunloup Creek in Rural: Fayette County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This is one of two similar arch bridges on this road.

US-19 Piney Creek Bridge
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US-19 and WV-3 Over Piney Creek in Rural: Raleigh County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 28.2 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1954 By: Unknown

This is a representative example of a state standard steel stringer bridge in West Virginia.

US-19 Little Beaver Creek Bridge
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US-19 Over Little Beaver Creek in Rural: Raleigh County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 34.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This Luten arch bridge was built in 1915 and widened with steel stringers on one side in 1930.

Blue Sulphur Springs Road Bridge
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Blue Sulphur Springs Road (CR-25) Over Muddy Creek in Near Alderson: Greenbrier County, West Virginia, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 108 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1923 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its uncommon ribbed arches.

Ubly M-19 Bridge
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M-19 (Washington Street, Ubly Road) Over Cass River in Ubly: Huron County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Walter Toebe Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This small bridge is an early surviving example of a pre-stressed concrete bridge in Michigan.

US-20 18 Mile Creek Bridge
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US-20 (Southwestern Boulevard) Over 18 Mile Creek in Eden: Erie County, New York, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 416 ft. Main Span: 147 ft. Roadway: 55.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This is a large open spandrel concrete arch bridge that has been rehabilitated.

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US-20 Cattaraugus Creek Bridge
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US-20 and NY-5 Over Cattaraugus Creek in Irving: Chautauqua County, New York and Erie County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 549 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 38.7 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This three span through truss's sad fate of demolition was documented here.

Herrs Island Back Channel Railroad Bridge North
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Railroad (Abandoned Allegheny Valley Railroad) Over Allegheny River Back Channel in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a heavily skewed, pin-connected railroad truss bridge.

Tarentum Railroad Bridge
Bull Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Bull Creek in Tarentum: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small railroad stone arch bridge with some concrete repairs on it.

7th Avenue Bridge
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7th Avenue Over Bull Creek in Tarentum: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This is a decent sized single span stone arch bridge.

Washington Avenue Bridge
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Washington Avenue Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern), Waverly Street, and Busway in Swissvale: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1907 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This plate girder bridge is noted for the unique holes in the web, which are riveted and appear to be original.

Pitcairn Railroad Yard Bridge
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Wall Avenue Over Turtle Creek in Monroeville: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a pony truss with design details indicative of a highway bridge designed by the railroad.

O'Connell Boulevard Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over O'Connell Boulevard in Braddock: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This is an attractive stone arch overpass with a brick barrel.

Dumbarton Railroad Bridge
Dumbarton Point Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Southern Pacific) Over San Francisco Bay in Newark and Menlo Park: Alameda County, California and San Mateo County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss,

Length: 7,842 ft. Main Span: 310 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: W. E. Marsh and C. R. Broughton and William Hood

This swing truss bridge is complimented by multiple fixed through truss spans.

Newark Slough Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Southern Pacific) Over Newark Slough in Newark: Alameda County, California, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 420 ft. Main Span: 184 ft.

Built 1910 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This riveted Baltimore swing truss bridge has been abandoned in the open position in an area best accessed by boat.

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Cherry Street Bridge
Martin Luther King Jr. Bridge
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Cherry Street (Main Street) Over Maumee River and Water Street in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,199 ft. Main Span: 204 ft. Roadway: 64 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Toledo Bridge and Crane Company of Toledo, Ohioand Kettler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and Osborn Engineering Company of Cleveland, Ohio, Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois, and Ralph Modjeski

A major engineering achievement when completed, today only the arch approach spans of this bridge are original.

State Street Bridge
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State Street (Business US-20) Over Sandusky River in Fremont: Sandusky County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 448 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 46 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1926 By: J. H. Jones of Fostoria, Ohio and Walter Braun of Columbus, Ohio

Although it has lost its original urn shaped baluster railings, this bridge remains a notable concrete arch bridge.

Fremont Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Sandusky River in Fremont: Sandusky County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 702 ft. Main Span: 143 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1906 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is an uncommon subdivided Double-Warren truss bridge with multiple spans.

South Avenue Bridge
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South Avenue Over Swan Creek in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel (Ribbed) Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 188 ft. Main Span: 106 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: Newton-Baxter Company of Toledo Ohio and George A. Taylor

Although buried in the trees, this is an attractive medium size concrete arch bridge, noted for its ribbed design.

Maple Street Bridge
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Maple Street Over Raccoon Creek in Clyde: Sandusky County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This tiny concrete arch bridge has lost its original railings.

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Beal Road Bridge
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Beal Road (TR-320) Over Claylick Creek in Rural: Licking County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is an extremely long span example of a concrete through girder.

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Thompson Run Road Bridge
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Thompson Run Road Over Thompson Run in Rural: Muskingum County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Welded Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Ohio Bridge Corporation of Cambridge, Ohio

This is a representative example of a fairly old welded truss bridge.

Changewater Road Bridge
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Changewater Road (CR-645) Over Musconetcong River in Rural: Hunterdon County, New Jersey and Warren County, New Jersey, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 81 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This stone arch bridge is noted for its rare lattice railing, but has been widened on one side with concrete.

Thomas Street Bridge
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Thomas Street Over Railroad (Columbia Rail-Trail) in High Bridge: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a good unaltered example of a highway plate girder bridge that crosses over a rail-trail.

Station Road Bridge
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Station Road Over Chambers Brook in Branchburg: Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

Stone and Brick Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1850 By: Unknown

This is a locally rare example of a stone and brick arch bridge, with stone spandrel and brick barrel.

Guinea Hollow Road Bridge
Bridge T-89
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Guinea Hollow Road Over Rockaway Creek Tributary in Tewksbury: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small stone arch bridge in a scenic wooded area.

Washington Avenue Bridge
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Washington Avenue Over South Branch Raritan River in High Bridge: Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This concrete arch bridge has lost its original railings on one side only.

Columbus Drive Bridge
Michigan Avenue Bridge
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Columbus Drive Over Hillsborough River in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Bobtail) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 470 ft. Main Span: 163 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Roberts Supply Company of Lima, Ohio and Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio and Norman S. Sprague of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This rare and unusual bobtail swing bridge with its stepped truss is one of the oldest and most unique surviving swing bridges in Florida.

Laurel Street Bridge
Fortune Street Bridge
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Laurel Street Over Hillsborough River in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 366 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 39.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: U. G. I. Contracting Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This is an exceptional example of a Strauss overhead counterweight trunnion bascule bridge.

Cass Street Bridge
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Cass Street Over Hillsborough River in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 506 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Tibbets, Pleasant, Green and Beckman, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Lakeside Bridge and Steel Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This attractive bridge is one of two rare Strauss under-deck trunnion bascule bridges in Tampa.

Tampa Railroad Bridge
Hillsborough River Railroad Bridge, Hillsborough Draw
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Railroad (CSX) Over Hillsborough River in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule

Length: 573 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

The only railroad bascule bridge in Tampa, this is an outstanding example of a Scherzer rolling lift bascule bridge.

Kennedy Boulevard Bridge
Lafayette Street Bridge
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Kennedy Boulevard (FL-60) Over Hillsborough River in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 322 ft. Main Span: 121 ft. Roadway: 59.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Edwards Construction Company of Tampa, Florida and Boller, Hodge, and Baird of New York, New York, Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York, and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This is an early surviving Scherzer rolling lift bascule bridge also noted for its concrete arch approach spans.

Platt Street Bridge
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Platt Street Over Hillsborough River in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Strauss Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 421 ft. Main Span: 111 ft. Roadway: 39.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Tibbets, Pleasant, Green and Beckman, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Lakeside Bridge and Steel Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge is one of two rare Strauss under-deck counterweight bascule bridges in Tampa.

Brorein Street Bridge
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Brorein Street Over Hillsborough River in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 318 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Paul Smith Construction Company of Tampa, Florida and Hedman, Hopkins and Horton

This is the youngest of the group of historic bascule bridges on this river in downtown Tampa.

Sulphur Springs Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Hillsborough River in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a regionally rare example of a railroad Pratt through truss bridge.

Florida Avenue Bridge
James N. Holmes Bridge
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Florida Avenue (FL-685, Business US-41) Over Hillsborough River in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 161 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 40.7 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This concrete t-beam bridge has attractive railings and retains good historic integrity.

Davis Boulevard Bridge
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Davis Boulevard Over Canal in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 19 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This relatively old steel stringer bridge is noted for its original concrete paneled railings.

Shore Crest Drive Bridge
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Shore Crest Drive Over Salt Water Canal in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Concrete Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This is a small concrete arch bridge of simple design.

Sylvan Ramble Street Bridge
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Sylvan Ramble Street Over Drainage Ditch in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 20 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This is one of three tiny concrete arch bridges in this residential area.

Swann Circle Bridge North
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Swann Circle Over Drainage Ditch in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is one of three tiny concrete arch bridges in this residential area.

Swann Circle Bridge South
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Swann Circle Over Drainage Ditch in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is one of three tiny concrete arch bridges in this residential area.

Dundas Street Underpass
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Dundas Street Over Pedestrian Walkway in Cambridge: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 12 ft. Main Span: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is a tiny stone arch culvert that provides a pedestrian walkway under a bridge in Soper Park.

Dundas Street Bridge
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Dundas Street Over Mill Creek in Cambridge: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 19 ft. Main Span: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1837 By: Unknown

Although this bridge was replaced, the original stones from the previous bridge were match-marked and placed in the same spots on this replacement concrete bridge.

Severn Falls Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Severn River in Severn Falls: Muskoka District, Ontario and Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 420 ft. Main Span: 215 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a beautiful railway through truss bridge with plate girder approach spans in a scenic area.

Chisholm Trail Bridge
HSR

Kawartha Lakes Road 6 (Chisholm Trail) Over Black River in Rural: Kawartha Lakes City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a classic Warren pony truss bridge that has concrete approach spans that may not be original to the bridge.

Credit River Railway Bridge
Streetsville Mill Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific, and Go (Milton Line)) Over Credit River in Mississauga: Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 285 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a pair of deck truss spans of differing ages sharing a common substructure.

Glen Morris Road Railway Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Grand Trunk) Over Glen Morris Road East in South Dumfries: Brant County, Ontario, Canada

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This pristine remnant of an abandoned railway line contains a unique pair of arches, one for the road, and a tiny one for a drainage ditch.

Coldwater Mill Bridge
HSR

Mill Street Over Coldwater River in Severn (Coldwater): Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 43 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge was replaced with a steel stringer bridge, but the heritage trusses were attached to the replacement bridge as decorative elements.

Wallenstein Bridge
HSR

Herrgott Road (RR-10) Over Conestogo River in Wellesley: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1960 By: E and E Seegmiller of Kitchener, Ontario and C. C. Parker and Associates

This is an uncommon curved t-beam bridge in Ontario, noted for its lack of alteration, skew, and large beams.

Fitch's Bridge
HSR

CR-7 (Howick Turnberry Road) Over North Maitland River in Morris-Turnberry: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1957 By: Unknown

This is an uncommon unaltered example of a curved t-beam bridge in Ontario.

Howick Turnberry Road Bridge
HSR

CR-7 (Howick Turnberry Road) Over Maitland River in Morris-Turnberry: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Pre-Stressed Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This appears to be a somewhat early example of a pre-stressed concrete bridge in Ontario due to the ornamental railings.

Cầu Trường Tiền (Truong Tien Bridge)
Cầu Tràng Tiền (Trang Tien Bridge)
HSR

Hùng Vương Over Perfume River (Sông Hương, Hương Giang) in Hue (Huế): Thua Thien Hue Province (Thừa Thiên-Huế), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,321 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1899 By: Unknown and Gustave Eiffel

One of the longest surviving historic bridges in the country is this multi-span bowstring truss with a long, complicated history.

Cầu kênh Nhiêu Lộc - Thị Nghè (Nhieu Loc - Thi Nghe Canal Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Sài Gòn - Nha Trang Railway) Over Nhieu Loc - Thi Nghe Canal (kênh Nhiêu Lộc - Thị Nghè) in Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn): Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a rare surviving example of a riveted truss bridge on the main railway that runs through Vietnam.

Cầu Gò Dưa (Go Dua Canal Bridge)
HSR

Pipeline Over Go Dua Canal (rạch Gò Dưa) in Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn): Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Assumed to be the former highway bridge at this location, this rare concrete through arch bridge today carries large pipelines.

Cầu Gò Dưa (Go Dua Canal Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Sài Gòn - Nha Trang Railway) Over Go Dua Canal (rạch Gò Dưa) in Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn): Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 315 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a rare riveted through truss bridge that remains in use on the main railway in Vietnam.

Cầu Hàng Cót (Hang Cot Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Hanoi Railway) Over Hàng Cót in Hanoi (Hà Nội): Hanoi (Hà Nội), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Schneider et Cie of Le Creusot, France

This is one of a several railway overpass bridges that are found on this section of elevated railway.

Cầu Hàng Giấy (Hang Giay Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Hanoi Railway) Over Hàng Giấy in Hanoi (Hà Nội): Hanoi (Hà Nội), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Schneider et Cie of Le Creusot, France

This is one of a several railway overpass bridges that are found on this section of elevated railway.

Cầu Nguyễn Thiếp (Nguyen Thiep Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Hanoi Railway) Over Nguyễn Thiếp in Hanoi (Hà Nội): Hanoi (Hà Nội), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a narrow concrete arch overpass built into a section of elevated railway.

Cầu Thác Dray Nur Bridge (Dray Nur Waterfall Bridge)
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Srepok River (Sông Serepôk) (sông Đăk Krông) in Buôn Ma Thuột: Đắk Nông Province (Tỉnh Đắk Nông) and Đắk Lắk Province (Tỉnh Đắk Lắk), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal Swinging Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a very simply constructed suspension footbridge.

Cầu Rạch Cát (Rach Cat Bridge) 2
HSR

Đường Rạch Cát Over Lo Gom Canal (Kênh Lò Gốm) and Mễ Cốc in Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn): Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 235 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This riveted pony truss bridge has steeply inclined end spans.

Cầu Rạch Cát (Rach Cat Bridge) 1
HSR

Trương Đình Hội Over Lo Gom Canal (Kênh Lò Gốm) in Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn): Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal Single-Truss, Single-Story Bailey Pony Truss, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This is not a particularly old style of Bailey truss bridge, but it is unusual for its curved arrangement.

Cầu Vạn Nguyên (Van Nguyen Bridge)
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Lo Gom Canal (Kênh Lò Gốm) in Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn): Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is a unique footbridge with a tall stairway providing a high clearance for boats.

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Cầu Rạch Đỉa 1 (Rach Dia Bridge 1)
HSR

Lê Văn Lương (HL-34) Over Rạch Đỉa in Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn): Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 400 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several riveted pony truss bridges found on this road that leads through the southern part of the city.

ស្ពានឥន្ទនូ (Entanou Bridge)
Rainbow Bridge
HSR

Street 700 (ផ្លូវលេខ ៧០០) Over Preaek Tuek Chhu (ព្រែកកំពង់បាយ) in Krong Kampot (ក្រុងកំពត): Kampot Province (ខេត្តកំពត), Cambodia (កម្ពុជា)

Concrete Cantilever Howe Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This unique bridge features an unusually shaped cantilver truss which at one end holds a simple span truss that rests on it.

ស្ពានថ្មចាស់ (Spean Thmor Chase)
Old Stone Bridge
HSR

Street 137 and Street 213 Over Sangkae River (ស្ទឹងសង្កែ) in Krong Battambang (ក្រុងបាត់ដំបង): Battambang Province (បាត់ដំបង), Cambodia (កម្ពុជា)

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 320 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1916 By: Unknown

This unusual concrete arch bridge has spandrel bracing in the end spans.

สะพานขาวทาชมภู (Tha Chomphu White Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (SRT) (รฟท): (Northern Line) (สายเหนือ) Over Nam Mae Tha (น้ำแม่ทา) in Mae Tha District (แม่ทา): Lamphun Province (ลำพูน), Thailand (ประเทศไทย)

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 290 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is a very rare example of a railway concrete through arch bridge and it remains in excellent condition.

สะพานพระพุทธยอดฟ้า (Phra Phuttayotfa Bridge)
Memorial Bridge
HSR

Tri Phet Road, Prajadhipok Road (ถนนตรีเพชร, ถนนประชาธิปก) Over Chao Phraya River (แม่น้ำเจ้าพระยา) in Bangkok (กรุงเทพมหานคร): Bangkok (กรุงเทพมหานคร), Thailand (ประเทศไทย)

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 754 ft. Main Span: 255 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Dorman Long of Middlesbrough, England

This is an impressive through truss bascule bridge of landmark appearance.

สะพานกรุงเทพ (Krungthep Bridge)
Bangkok Bridge
HSR

Mahaisawan Road (ถนนมไหสวรรย์) Over Chao Phraya River (แม่น้ำเจ้าพระยา) in Bangkok (กรุงเทพมหานคร): Bangkok (กรุงเทพมหานคร), Thailand (ประเทศไทย)

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,151 ft. Main Span: 197 ft. Roadway: 39.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Fuji Car Manufacturing Company of Osaka, Japan

This is the younger of two large historic bascule bridges in the city, and this one still can open for boats.

สะพานวัดเบญจมบพิตรดุสิตวนาราม (Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram Bridges
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Temple Canal in Bangkok (กรุงเทพมหานคร): Bangkok (กรุงเทพมหานคร), Thailand (ประเทศไทย)

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Larini Nathan and Company of Milan, Italy

This Buddhist temple is home to a small canal with three essentially identical cast iron arch footbridges.

ขัวเหล็ก สะพานเหล็ก (Iron Bridge)
สะพานนวรัฐ (Nawarat Bridge)
HSR

Loi Kroh Road (ถนน ลอยเคราะห์) Over Ping River (แม่น้ำปิง) in Chiang Mai (เชียงใหม่): Chiang Mai Province (จังหวัดเชียงใหม่), Thailand (ประเทศไทย)

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 400 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1923 By: Unknown

This rare surviving riveted through truss highway bridge has been left in place as a non-structural decoration on a concrete superstructure.

สะพานมัฆวานรังสรรค์ (Makkhawan Rangsan Bridge)
HSR

Ratchadamnoen Avenue (ถนนราชดำเนิน) Over Khlong Phadung Krung Kasem (คลองผดุงกรุงเกษม) in Bangkok (กรุงเทพมหานคร): Bangkok (กรุงเทพมหานคร), Thailand (ประเทศไทย)

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 65 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Unknown and Carlo Allegri of Milan, Italy

This bridge is noted for its highly ornamented fascia, railing, plus it has decorative posts at each end.

สะพานเฉลิมโลก (Chaloem Loke Bridge)
HSR

Ratchadamri Road Over Khlong Saen Saep (คลองแสนแสบ) in Bangkok (กรุงเทพมหานคร): Bangkok (กรุงเทพมหานคร), Thailand (ประเทศไทย)

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small concrete arch bridge with an arched deck to match.

สะพานรถไฟคลองแสนแสบ (Khlong Saen Saep Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (SRT) (รฟท): (Northern Line) (สายเหนือ), Northeastern Line (สายตะวันออกเฉียงเหนือ), and Eastern Line (สายตะวันออก) Over Khlong Saen Saep (คลองแสนแสบ) in Bangkok (กรุงเทพมหานคร): Bangkok (กรุงเทพมหานคร), Thailand (ประเทศไทย)

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railway truss bridge is noted for its width which resulted in a design of four truss lines.

Eisenbahnbrücke Eglisau (Eglisau Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (SBB) (Eglisau-Neuhausen Line) Over Rhine River (Rhein) in Eglisau: Zürich, Switzerland (Schweiz)

Metal 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,440 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Unknown

This bridge features an impressive combination of stone and metal truss construction.

Aare Eisenbahnbrücke (Aare Railway Bridge)
Aarebrücke Koblenz
HSR

Railroad (SBB) (Stein-Säckingen – Koblenz) Over Aare in Koblenz and Leuggern: Aargau, Switzerland (Schweiz)

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 774 ft. Main Span: 157 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1892 By: Unknown

This is a multi-span through truss railway bridge, and it is curved and skewed.

Aarebrücke Koblenz (Aare Koblenz Bridge)
HSR

Hauptstrasse 7 Over Aare in Koblenz and Leuggern: Aargau, Switzerland (Schweiz)

Metal Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 586 ft. Main Span: 290 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is an attractive two span through arch bridge.

Ganterbrücke (Ganter Bridge)
Pont du Ganter
HSR

Simplonstrasse (Highway 9) Over Ganter River in Brig: Valais, Switzerland (Schweiz)

Pre-Stressed Concrete Extradosed, Fixed

Length: 2,224 ft. Main Span: 571 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1980 By: VSL and Christian Menn

Although not very old, this bridge has become famous as one of the most impressive examples of an extradosed bridge in the world.

Alte Ganterbrücke (Old Ganter Bridge)
HSR

Old Simplon Pass Road Over Ganter River in Brig: Valais, Switzerland (Schweiz)

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This smaller bridge has been dwarfed by the larger and newer Ganter Bridge nearby.

Salginatobelbrücke (Salginatobel Bridge)
HSR

Crausch Over Salginabach in Schiers: Grisons (Graubünden), Switzerland (Schweiz)

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 434 ft. Main Span: 295 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Prader and Robert Maillart

This bridge is one of the most significant concrete bridges in the country, designed by famous engineer Robert Maillart.

Teufelsbrücke (Devil's Bridge)
Old Bridge
HSR

Schöllenenschlucht Over Reuss (Rüüss) in Andermatt: Uri, Switzerland (Schweiz)

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is the oldest and most bizarre of three bridges located here in the Schöllenen Gorge.

Teufelsbrücke (Devil's Bridge)
New Bridge
HSR

Gotthardstrasse (Highway 2) Over Reuss (Rüüss) in Andermatt: Uri, Switzerland (Schweiz)

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1958 By: Unknown

This is the newest of three bridges located here in the Schöllenen Gorge.

Teufelsbrücke (Devil's Bridge)
Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn) Over Reuss (Rüüss) in Andermatt: Uri, Switzerland (Schweiz)

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of three bridges located here in the Schöllenen Gorge.

Neue Russeinbrücke (New Russeiner Bridge)
Punt Russein
HSR

Via Sursilvana (Via Principala, Highway 19) Over Aua da Russein in Disentis/Mustér and Sumvitg: Grisons (Graubünden), Switzerland (Schweiz)

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown

This large concrete arch bridge replaced an earlier timber bridge that remains nearby and also is next to a stone arch railway bridge.

Val Russein-Viadukt
HSR

Railroad (Rhätische Bahn) Over Aua da Russein in Disentis/Mustér and Sumvitg: Grisons (Graubünden), Switzerland (Schweiz)

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This high level stone arch bridge sits next to a concrete arch highway bridge.

Pont de Gueuroz (Gueuroz Bridge)
HSR

Route de Gueuroz Over Trient in Gueuroz (Vernayaz): Valais, Switzerland (Schweiz)

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 614 ft. Main Span: 325 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Couchepin Dubuis et Cie and Alexandre Sarrasin of Lausanne, Switzerland

This large concrete arch span was the highest in Europe for many years and remains one of the highest.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Dranse (Dranse Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (SBB) Over Dranse in Martigny: Valais, Switzerland (Schweiz)

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a representative example of a small scale riveted truss railway bridge in Switzerland.

Leuk Bridge 1
HSR

Kantonsstrasse (Zudannazstrasse) Over Rhône in Leuk (Loèche-Ville): Valais, Switzerland (Schweiz)

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several bridges in this immediate area over the river, and this bridge is a traditional Warren deck truss.

Leuk Bridge 2
HSR

Unnamed Road Over Rhône in Leuk (Loèche-Ville): Valais, Switzerland (Schweiz)

Metal Welded Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several bridges in this immediate area over the river, and this bridge may be an early example of a welded truss bridge in the country.

Leuk Bridge 3
HSR

LLB Strasse Over Rhône in Leuk (Loèche-Ville): Valais, Switzerland (Schweiz)

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several bridges in this immediate area over the river, and this bridge has stone and steel spans.

Leuk Bridge 4
HSR

Dam Access Over Rhône in Leuk (Loèche-Ville): Valais, Switzerland (Schweiz)

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several bridges in this immediate area over the river, and this bridge is a walkway and support for a dam.

Powick Stone Bridge
Powick Old Bridge
HSR

Old Road Over River Teme in Powick and Worcester: West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 197 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1447 By: Unknown

This ancient stone arch bridge has been preserved for pedestrian use.

Severn Bridge (Pont Hafren)
HSR

M48 Over River Severn (Afon Hafren) and River Wye (Afon Gwy) in Rural: South West, England and Monmouthshire (Sir Fynwy), Wales (Cymru), United Kingdom

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Wire Cable Cable-Stayed, Fixed

Length: 5,227 ft. Main Span: 3,240 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1966 By: Sir William Arrol and Company of Glasgow, Scotland and Cleveland Bridge and Engineering Company of Darlington, England and Freeman Fox and Partners and Mott, Hay and Anderson of London, England

This bridge is one of the major suspension bridges in the United Kingdom.

New Scowcroft Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Manchester and Leeds Railway) Over Rochdale Canal in Oldham (Chadderton): North West, England, United Kingdom

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Brick Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This riveted truss bridge also has a rare helicoidal skewed arch span, and sits next to an older cast iron truss bridge.

Scowcroft Lane Bridge
Bridge 70
HSR

Scowcroft Lane Over Rochdale Canal in Oldham (Chadderton): North West, England, United Kingdom

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1804 By: Unknown and William Jessop

This is one of a few bridges of heritage value found along this section of canal.

Boarshaw Lane Bridge
Bridge 69
HSR

Boarshaw Lane Over Rochdale Canal in Middleton: North West, England, United Kingdom

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small stone arch bridge also features a stone culvert span built into an abutment.

Bacup Road Bridge
Bridge 31
HSR

Bacup Road (A681) Over Rochdale Canal in Todmorden: Yorkshire and the Humber, England, United Kingdom

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several stone arch bridges found crossing this canal.

Church Lane Bridge
HSR

Church Lane (New Road) Over Ouse Gill Beck in Little Ouseburn and Great Ouseburn: Yorkshire and the Humber, England, United Kingdom

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is an attractive three span arch bridge with a large central span flanked by a similar smaller span on each side.

Glenfinnan Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (West Highland Extension Railway) Over River Finnan in Glenfinnan: Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,247 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 21

Built 1901 By: Robert McAlpine and Sons of Glasgow, Scotland and Simpson and Wilson

This enormous concrete arch bridge is significant for its age and length, and was made famous in the Harry Potter movies.

Spey Bridge
HSR

A95 Over River Spey in Grantown-on-Spey: Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 240 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Melville, Dundas, and Whitson and Blythe and Blyth

This concrete arch bridge is noted for is long span and comparatively shallow arch.

Bridge of Avon
Ballindalloch Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over River Avon in Ballindalloch: Moray, Scotland, United Kingdom

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1800 By: General Grant of Ballandalloch, Scotland and George Burn

This stone arch bridge has been left in place for pedestrian use in its location next to the South Lodge of Ballindalloch Castle.

Gairlochy Bridge
HSR

B8004 Over Caledonian Canal in Gairlochy: Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Bobtail)

Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Sir William Arrol and Company of Glasgow, Scotland

This is a small plate girder bobtail swing bridge of standard design.

Tintern Bridge
Old Tramway Bridge, Wireworks Bridge
HSR

Private Walkway (Former Tramway) Over River Wye (Afon Gwy) in Tintern (Tyndyrn): South West, England and Monmouthshire (Sir Fynwy), Wales (Cymru), United Kingdom

Metal Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 265 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1875 By: Reed Brothers of London, England and Isca Foundry of Newport, Wales and S. H. Yockney and Son of Westminster, England

This former tramway bridge retains its original materials and design despite conversion to a pedestrian bridge.

Waverley Station Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Railroad (Network Rail) in Edinburgh: City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Lattice Through Girder, Fixed

Built 1901 By: P. and W. MacLellan of Glasgow, Scotland

Providing access to the Waverley Station, this footbridge is a lattice girder bnridge that extends into the building itself.

Forth Road Bridge
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A9000 Over Firth of Forth in Queensferry and North Queensferry: City of Edinburgh, Scotland and Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Deck Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 8,241 ft. Main Span: 3,301 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1964 By: Sir William Arrol and Company of Glasgow, Scotland and Cleveland Bridge and Engineering Company of Darlington, England and Freeman Fox and Partners and Mott, Hay and Anderson of London, England

This was the longest suspension bridge in the world outside of the United States when it was completed.

Station Road Bridge
Dalmeny Station Bridge
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Railroad (Network Rail) Over Station Road in Queensferry: City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Lattice Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small overpass is supported by both deck plate girders and through lattice girder.

Regent Bridge
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Waterloo Place (A1) Over Calton Road in Edinburgh: City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1819 By: Unknown and Archibald Elliot and Robert Stevenson

This stone arch bridge has tall ornamental colonnades on the deck.

Tamar Bridge
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A38 Over River Tamar in Saltash and Plymouth: South West, England, United Kingdom

Metal Deck Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 1,848 ft. Main Span: 1,099 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1962 By: Cleveland Bridge and Engineering Company of Darlington, England and Mott, Hay and Anderson of London, England

This is a good example of a mid 20th century suspension bridge, and it has been widened.

Coombe Viaduct
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Railroad (Network Rail) Over River Tamar Tributary in Saltash: South West, England, United Kingdom

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 603 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1894 By: Unknown

This is an impressive multi-span stone arch viaduct.

Weston Mill Viaduct
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Railroad (Network Rail) Over Weston Mill Lake (Ham Brook) and Various Roads in Plymouth: South West, England, United Kingdom

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,151 ft. Main Span: 178 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1903 By: Unknown

This attractive stone arch and iron bowstring viaduct is difficult to access due to being located in a gated, secure area.

Dundee Footbridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Drive in Dundee: Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Lattice Through Girder, Fixed

Main Span: 44 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This nice looking lattice girder footbridge appears to have provided pedestrian access to a train station that is now abandoned.

Jamestown Viaduct
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Railroad (Network Rail) Over Hope Street (B981) in Inverkeithing: Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch,

Length: 678 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1890 By: Sir William Arrol and Company of Glasgow, Scotland and John Fowler and Benjamin Baker

This overpass bridge was built as part of the project to build the nearby Forth Rail Bridge.

Aberlour Stone Arch Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Speyside Way in Aberlour: Moray, Scotland, United Kingdom

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a simple stone arch overpass bridge.

Moy Stone Arch Bridge
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B8004 Over Allt Coire Chraoibhe in Rural: Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small, simple stone arch bridge.

Sutton Causeway River Weaver Bridge
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Sutton Causeway (A56) Over River Weaver in Frodsham: North West, England, United Kingdom

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1850 By: Unknown

This is a traditional stone arch bridge.

Tower Bridge Road Overpass
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Railroad (Network Rail) Over Tower Bridge Road in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 139 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a nicely decorated riveted steel deck arch bridge.

Putney Pier Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Rivet-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

These graceful bowstring spans provide pedestrian access to boats that dock at this pier.

Cadogan Pier Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over River Thames in London: Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Metal Rivet-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

These graceful bowstring spans provide pedestrian access to boats that dock at this pier.

Arcadia Bridge
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American Legion Drive (Hickory Street, Old FL-18) Over Peace River in Arcadia: DeSoto County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 201 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1925 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This outstanding multi-span Luten arch bridge has been beautifully restored for pedestrian use.

Rainy River Railway Bridge
Pithers Point Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Rainy River in Fort Frances and Ranier: Rainy River District, Ontario and Koochiching County, Minnesota, Canada and United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 541 ft. Main Span: 134 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Ketler-Elliott Company of Chicago, Illinois and American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge is among the older surviving Scherzer rolling lift bascule bridges and is a very rare example of its type in this region.

Baltimore Street Bridge
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Baltimore Street (TR-431) Over South Branch Codorus Creek in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This small concrete through girder is one of the oldest of its kind and has good historic integrity.

Blue Ball Road Bridge
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Blue Ball Road (PA-2038) Over Little Muddy Creek in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown and Charles A. Williams of Jacobus, Pennsylvania

This small concrete arch bridge appears to have been built to a county design.

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Dillerville Yard Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern, Dillerville Yard) in Lancaster: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 280 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This was a rare riveted multi-span pedestrian truss footbridge, and its spans were set at angles to each other.

Kennedy Road Bridge
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Kennedy Road Over Tom's Run in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: William Wagner and Brothers and A. P. Dise

This small bridge is a very late example of a stone arch bridge.

Muddy Creek Road Bridge
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Muddy Creek Road Over South Branch Muddy Creek in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: G. A. and F. M. Wagman and Charles A. Williams of Jacobus, Pennsylvania

This bridge with its distinctive railings represents a style of bridge built only in York County.

Castle Finn Bridge
Old PA-74 Bridge
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PA-74 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Muddy Creek in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown and Charles A. Williams of Jacobus, Pennsylvania

This long-abandoned concrete arch bridge has the distinctive railings of other bridges in York County.

Pleasant Valley Road Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Heritage Rail-Trail) Over Pleasant Valley Road (PA-616) and South Branch Codorus Creek in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1871 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its unusual double arch ring, and for crossing the road and creek in a single span.

Pleasant Valley Road Bridge
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Pleasant Valley Road (PA-616) Over South Branch Codorus Creek in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This small concrete through girder bridge sits right under a historic stone arch bridge.

Conestoga Creek Viaduct
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Railroad (Amtrak) Over Walnut Street (PA-23) and Conestoga River in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1888 By: John Keller and George F. Goll and William H. Brown

This is one of a number of large stone arch railroad bridges designed by William H. Brown for the Pennsylvania Railroad.

Grattan Bridge (Droichead Grattan)
Essex Bridge
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Parliament Street and Capel Street Over River Liffey (An Life) in Dublin (Baile Átha Cliath): Leinster (Laighin), Ireland (Éire)

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1755 By: George Semple

This 1700s stone arch bridge was widened and had beautiful iron railings added to it in the 1870s.

Ha'penny Bridge (Droichead na Life)
Liffey Bridge, Droichead na Leathphingine, Wellington Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over River Liffey (An Life) in Dublin (Baile Átha Cliath): Leinster (Laighin), Ireland (Éire)

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 141 ft. Main Span: 141 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1816 By: Coalbrookdale Company of Coalbrookdale, Shropshire, England and John Windsor

This famous Dublin bridge is noted for its amazingly slender cast iron construction.

Rory O'More Bridge (Droichead Ruaraí Uí Mhóra)
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Watling Street and Ellis Street Over River Liffey (An Life) in Dublin (Baile Átha Cliath): Leinster (Laighin), Ireland (Éire)

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1858 By: Robert Daglish Junior and St. Helens Foundry of Lancashire, England

This is a graceful example of a cast iron arch bridge.

Seán Heuston Bridge (Droichead Seán Heuston)
King's Bridge, Sarsfield Bridge
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Railroad (Luas) Over River Liffey (An Life) in Dublin (Baile Átha Cliath): Leinster (Laighin), Ireland (Éire)

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 29.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1828 By: Royal Phoenix Iron Works of Dublin, Ireland and George Papworth

This outstanding cast iron highway bridge was converted for tram use.

Greig Street Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway (Greig Street) Over River Ness in Inverness: Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 335 ft. Main Span: 201 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1881 By: Rose Street Foundry of Inverness, Scotland and C. R. Manners

This suspension footbridge is noted for its ornamental towers.

Infirmary Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over River Ness in Inverness: Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 273 ft. Main Span: 173 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1881 By: W. Smith and Son and Ness Iron Works of Inverness, Scotland and C. R. Manners

This is one of a couple suspension footbridges found in Inverness.

South Portland Street Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway (South Portland Street) Over River Clyde in Glasgow: Glasgow City, Scotland, United Kingdom

Metal Eyebar Chain Suspension, Fixed

Length: 414 ft. Main Span: 414 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1851 By: Unknown and George Martin

This is an outstanding example of an eyebar chain suspension bridge.

Queens Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over River Dee in Chester: North West, England, United Kingdom

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 455 ft. Main Span: 275 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: David Rowell and Company of Westminster, England and W. H. Brocklesby of Birkenhead, England and Charles Greenwood

This suspension footbridge features attractive lattice in its design and also includes a few approach spans.

Sydney Gardens Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Kennet and Avon Canal in Bath: South West, England, United Kingdom

Metal (Cast Iron) Hingeless Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1800 By: Coalbrookdale Company of Coalbrookdale, Shropshire, England

This is a very old example of a cast iron arch bridge and was cast by the famous Coalbrookdale Company.

Ida Street Bridge
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Ida Street Over Wareham Street in Cincinnati: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 374 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1931 By: Eerpen Construction Company of Cincinnati, Ohio and J. R. Biedinger

This beautifully detailed arch bridge has been fully restored.

断桥 (Broken Bridge) and 锦带桥 (Jindai Bridge)
白堤 (Bai Causeway)
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Bai Causeway (白堤) Over West Lake (北里湖) and Beili Lake (北里湖) in Hangzhou (杭州): Xihu District (西湖区), Zhejiang (浙江), China (中国)

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This pair of bridges are nearly identical to each other and are an integral part of the Bai Causeway, a central feature of West Lake.

西冷桥 (Xiling Bridge)
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Gushan Road (孤山路) Over West Lake (北里湖) and Beili Lake (北里湖) in Hangzhou (杭州): Xihu District (西湖区), Zhejiang (浙江), China (中国)

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several stone arch bridges found in the West Lake park area.

拱桥 (Arch Bridge)
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Pedestrian Walkway Over West Lake (北里湖) in Hangzhou (杭州): Xihu District (西湖区), Zhejiang (浙江), China (中国)

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of a number of historic footbridges found in the West Lake park area.

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Cortez Bridge
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Cortez Road (FL-684) Over Sarasota Pass in Bradenton Beach and Cortez: Manatee County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,616 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This bascule bridge features riveted plate girders and a long approach system.

Albee Road Bridge
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Albee Road Over Intracoastal Waterway in Nokomis: Sarasota County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 309 ft. Main Span: 134 ft. Roadway: 26.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1963 By: Unknown

This standard 1960s Florida bascule bridge continues to operate frequently for boats.

Osprey Avenue Bridge
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Osprey Avenue Over Hudson Bayou in Sarasota: Sarasota County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 29.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This is a small Luten arch bridge noted for retaining its original railings.

Venice Avenue Bridge
Colonel George Kumpe Bridge
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Venice Avenue (CR-772) Over Intracoastal Waterway in Venice: Sarasota County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,169 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Roadway: 28 ft.

Built 1966 By: Unknown

This is a standard plan 1960s welded steel bascule bridge with long approaches.

Longboat Key Bridge
Longboat Pass Bridge
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FL-789 (Gulf of Mexico Drive) Over Longboat Pass in Longboat Key: Manatee County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,129 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Unknown

This bascule bridge with long approaches is noted for its riveted girders and single leaf design.

Siesta Key Bridge
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Stickney Point Road (FL-72) Over Intracoastal Waterway in Siesta Key: Sarasota County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 564 ft. Main Span: 117 ft. Roadway: 28.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1968 By: Unknown

Although not a particularly old bascule bridge, this is noted for its design as a pair of bascule spans.

Anna Maria Island Bridge
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FL-64 (Manatee Avenue) Over Sarasota Pass in Holmes Beach and Bradenton: Manatee County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule

Length: 3,123 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Unknown

This is a mid 20th century bascule span of standard design with extremely long approaches.

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9th Avenue West Bridge Railings
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9th Avenue West Over Wares Creek in Bradenton: Manatee County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1945 By: Unknown and Freeman H. Horton

Although this bridge was sadly demolished and replaced, its distinctive concrete railings were left on the replacement bridge.

7th Avenue Bridge
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7th Avenue Over Wares Creek in Bradenton: Manatee County, Florida, United States

Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 24.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1949 By: Unknown and Freeman H. Horton

This is the only surviving complete bridge of what was once a trio of little historic bridges in the area.

Siesta Drive Bridge
Hanson Bayou Bridge
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Siesta Drive (FL-758) Over Hanson Bayou in Siesta Key: Sarasota County, Florida, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This concrete t-beam is a locally uncommon example of its type and is noted for its original balustrade railing.

Riverside Drive Bridge
Whitaker Bayou Bridge
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Riverside Drive Over Whitaker Bayou in Sarasota: Sarasota County, Florida, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This tiny concrete t-beam with arched fascia beams is noted as a product of the Luten Bridge Company.

19th Avenue Bridge
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19th Avenue Over Wares Creek in Bradenton: Manatee County, Florida, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This tiny concrete t-beam retains its original paneled railings and has been restored.

Bryant Avenue Footbridge
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Bryant Avenue Over Minnehaha Creek in Minneapolis: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 231 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Unknown

After being closed with a removed deck, this remarkable, unusual continuous deck truss was restored in 2012 and is in use again.

Severn Canal Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National and Via-Rail) Over Severn Canal in Washago: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a very nice example of a railway through swing bridge.

Washago Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National) Over Severn River in Washago: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This two span railway through truss has been abandoned, but would be a cool feature if this line was turned into a rail-trail.

Middle Maitland River Bridge
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Private Drive Over Middle Maitland River in Huron East: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This fairly lightweight riveted through truss that appears to be on private property.

Perth East 76 Line Private Farm Bridge
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Private Farmland Access Over Nith River Drainage Ditch in Perth East: Perth County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This rare pin-connected pony truss bridge sits on private farm property where it appears to have served as a farmer's access bridge.

Perth East Road 129 Private Farm Bridge
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Private Farmland Access Over Nith River Drainage Ditch in Perth East: Perth County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small Warren pony truss bridge serves as a private access for a rural farm.

Bond Road Bridge
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Bond Road Over Severn River Drainage Creek in Severn (Washago): Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has concrete railing post details that differ from the usual design in Ontario and suggest it may be a very old example of a rigid-frame bridge.

Philippe Parkway Bridge
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Philippe Parkway (FL-590) Over Mullet Creek in Safety Harbor: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 57 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 40.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This bridge is a fairly wide example of a Luten deck arch bridge.

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12th Avenue Bridge Railings
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12th Avenue Over Wares Creek in Bradenton: Manatee County, Florida, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

Although this bridge was sadly demolished and replaced, its distinctive concrete railings were left on the replacement bridge. The replacement bridge is a ConSpan which is much wider than the roadway it serves.

Shore Drive Bridge
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Shore Drive Over Shore Drive Canal in Palm Harbor: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Unknown

This is a fairly simple looking example of a small Luten arch bridge.

Orange Street Bridge
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Orange Street Over Minnow Creek in Palm Harbor: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 39 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1923 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This is a fairly simple looking example of a small Luten arch bridge.

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Beckett Bridge
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North Spring Boulevard (Riverside Drive) Over Minetta Branch (Whitcomb Bayou) in Tarpon Springs: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 358 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This 1924 bridge had its approaches replaced in in 1956 but the incredibly tiny single leaf bascule span from 1924 remains.

Indian Rocks Beach Bridge
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FL-688 (Walsingham Road) Over Intracoastal Waterway in Indian Rocks Beach: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 458 ft. Main Span: 134 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1958 By: Unknown

This standard 1950s Florida bascule bridge was paired with another bascule span in 1999 to form a one-way couplet.

9th Street Bridge
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9th Street Over Booker Creek in St. Petersburg: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 33 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is a medium sized multiple span t-beam bridge with decorative posts at each end of the bridge.

Manatee River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Manatee River in Bradenton and Palmetto: Manatee County, Florida, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,520 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This riveted through plate girder bascule also includes extremely long approaches.

Green Bridge Fishing Pier
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Manatee River in Palmetto: Manatee County, Florida, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 2,112 ft.

Built By: Unknown

This fishing pier is composed of the surviving fixed approach spans of a former bascule bridge which was demolished and replaced.

Overbrook Avenue Bridge
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Overbrook Avenue Over Stevenson Creek in Clearwater: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 20 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This tiny Luten arch bridge is noted for its use of the more ornamental balustrade railing design offered by Luten companies.

Springtime Avenue Bridge
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Springtime Avenue Over Stevenson Creek in Clearwater: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This is a tiny example of a Luten arch bridge with traditional solid railing with inset rectangle outlines.

3rd Street Bridge
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3rd Street Over Salt Creek in St. Petersburg: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This 1926 concrete arch bridge is noted for its humpback deck and extremely wide roadway.

Corey Causeway
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FL-693 (Pasadena Avenue and 75th Avenue) Over Intracoastal Waterway in St. Petersburg: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam),

Length: 950 ft. Main Span: 111 ft. Roadway: 28.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1961 By: Unknown

This bridge was built as a pair of bascule bridges sitting beside each other.

Tom Stuart Causeway Bridge
Welch Causeway Bridge
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FL-666 (150th Avenue) Over Intracoastal Waterway (Boca Ciega Bay) in Madeira Beach: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 751 ft. Main Span: 141 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1962 By: Unknown

This 1960s bascule bridge is a standard design, but has a replaced bridgetender house.

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Dunedin Causeway Bridge
HSR

Causeway Boulevard Over Intracoastal Waterway (St. Joseph Sound) in Dunedin: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,190 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1963 By: Unknown

This is a standard 1960s bascule bridge that is at risk for demolition and replacement.

Old Coachman Road Bridge
HSR

Old Coachman Road Over Alligator Creek in Clearwater: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This is a small, simply designed, example of a Luten arch bridge.

Burlington Avenue Bridge
HSR

Burlington Avenue Over Booker Creek in St. Petersburg: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1942 By: Unknown

This concrete t-beam is noted for its railings which are an uncommon, excellent example of Art Moderne design on a bridge.

Belleview Bridge
HSR

Belleview Boulevard (Southbound) Over Ikes Creek in Belleair: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1915 By: Unknown and Daniel Luten

This Luten arch bridge has lost its original railings and is paired with a modern bridge that sits very close beside it.

New Pass Bridge
HSR

CR-865 (Bonita Beach Causeway, Estero Boulevard) Over New Pass in Bonita Springs: Lee County, Florida, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 936 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 19

Built 1965 By: Unknown

This is an uncommon 1960s fixed high level bridge in Florida.

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Big Carlos Pass Bridge
HSR

CR-865 (Bonita Beach Causeway, Estero Boulevard) Over Big Carlos Pass in Fort Myers Beach and Bonita Springs: Lee County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,685 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 26.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1965 By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a single leaf highway bascule bridge in Florida.

Alva Bridge
HSR

Broadway Street Over Caloosahatchee River (Okeechobee Waterway) in Alva: Lee County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 547 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1969 By: Unknown

This is a traditional 1960s Florida bascule bridge.

Bayshore Drive Bridge
HSR

Bayshore Drive Over Mullet Creek in Safety Harbor: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This small concrete arch bridge sits next to a modern pedestrian bridge, making it hard to photograph.

Indian Rocks Road Bridge
HSR

Indian Rocks Road Over Ikes Creek in Belleair: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 57 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 24.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This is a small concrete arch bridge with unusual railings.

Belleair Golf Course Bridge
HSR

Golf Course Road Over Golf Course Lagoon in Belleair: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small stone arch bridge visible on a golf course has an unclear history and may be old or modern.

Curlew Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Fred Marquis Pinellas Rail-Trail) Over Curlew Creek in Dunedin: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This concrete slab bridge with paneled details on the sides of the slabs is evidence of this trail's railroad past.

LaBelle Bridge
LaBelle Draw
HSR

FL-29 (Bridge Street) Over Caloosahatchee River (Okeechobee Waterway) in LaBelle: Hendry County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 502 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown

This deck plate girder bascule bridge is noted for its riveted construction.

Wilson Pigott Bridge
HSR

FL-31 Over Caloosahatchee River (Okeechobee Waterway) in Fort Myers Shores: Lee County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 778 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1960 By: Unknown

This 1960 bascule bridge carries traffic on a busy road.

Manasota Key Bridge
HSR

Manasota Beach Road (CR-774) Over Intracoastal Waterway in Manasota: Sarasota County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 614 ft. Main Span: 134 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Unknown

This is a standard 1960s Florida bascule bridge and it is unaltered from its original design.

Tulip Viaduct
Greene County Viaduct, Tulip Trestle
HSR

Railroad (Indiana Rail Road) Over Richland Creek and CR-480 East in Rural: Greene County, Indiana, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,215 ft. Main Span: 75 ft.

Built 1906 By: Strobel Steel Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This high level tower and girder style railroad bridge is among the largest of its kind, and stands out as unique in Indiana.

Billy Creek Lift Bridge
HSR

FL-80 (Westbound), Palm Beach Boulevard and First Street Over Billy Creek in Fort Myers: Lee County, Florida, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 116 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: C. T. Felix Construction Company of St. Petersburg, Florida and Florida State Road Department

This unusual bridge is the smallest lift bridge in Florida and perhaps the United States!

Fort Denaud Bridge
HSR

Fort Denaud Bridge Way Over Caloosahatchee River (Okeechobee Waterway) in Fort Denaud: Hendry County, Florida, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 435 ft. Main Span: 191 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Powell Brothers Construction Company of Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Relocated to this site in 1963, this swing bridge is an extremely rare example of a Warren truss with no vertical members.

Tom Adams Bridge
HSR

Beach Road Over Lemon Bay (Intracoastal Waterway) in Englewood: Charlotte County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,006 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1965 By: Unknown

This traditional 1960s welded girder bascule bridge has been altered by the replacement of the original bridgetender house.

Donna's Crossing Bridge
HSR

Fort Denaud Road (CR-78A) Over Caloosahatchee River Tributary in Fort Denaud: Hendry County, Florida, United States

Concrete Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 25.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This is one of two tiny Luten arch bridges on this road, widened with a concrete slab on the south side.

Tanya's Crossing Bridge
HSR

Fort Denaud Road (CR-78A) Over Caloosahatchee River Tributary in Fort Denaud: Hendry County, Florida, United States

Concrete Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This is one of two tiny Luten arch bridges on this road, widened with a concrete slab on the south side.

14th Street Bridge
Arland D. Williams Jr. Memorial Bridge
HSR

14th Street (I-395 Northbound) Over Potomac River in Washington and Arlington: District of Columbia and Arlington County, Virginia, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,434 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 62 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This long bridge contains a bascule span that no longer operates but is noted for its heavy, riveted construction.

Theodore Roosevelt Bridge
HSR

I-66 and US-50 (Curtis Memorial Parkway) Over Potomac River in Washington and Arlington: District of Columbia and Arlington County, Virginia, United States

Metal Cantilever Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Rigid-Frame,

Length: 1,616 ft. Main Span: 222 ft. Roadway: 84 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1964 By: McCloskey and Company

This large bridge is noted for its arched, riveted girders which feature a pin and hanger cantilever design.

Tidal Basin Bridge
Ohio Drive Bridge
HSR

Ohio Drive Over Tidal Basin in Washington: District of Columbia, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 138 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1909 By: Alexander and Repass of Des Moines, Iowa and United States Army Corps of Engineers and Nathan C. Wyeth

This bridge was built as part of a tidal gate system to control water levels, and is noted for its cast iron fascia.

Boundary Channel Extension Bridge
HSR

Memorial Avenue Over Boundary Channel, George Washington Parkway, and Washington Boulevard in Washington and Arlington: District of Columbia and Arlington County, Virginia, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 403 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: N. P. Severin of Chicago, Illinois and W. J. Douglas

This attractive concrete arch bridge connects Arlington Memorial Bridge to Arlington Memorial Cemetery.

George Washington Memorial Parkway Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CSX, Amtrak, Virginia Railway Express) Over George Washington Memorial Parkway in Arlington: Arlington County, Virginia, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is an attractive arched plate girder overpass that appears to date to before 1935.

I-395 George Washington Memorial Parkway Overpass 1
HSR

I-395 (Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway) Over George Washington Memorial Parkway in Arlington: Arlington County, Virginia, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is one of two stone-faced concrete rigid-frame overpass bridges in this area.

I-395 George Washington Memorial Parkway Overpass 2
HSR

I-395 (Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway) Over George Washington Memorial Parkway in Arlington: Arlington County, Virginia, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 166 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is one of two stone-faced concrete rigid-frame overpass bridges in this area.

Willow Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned CSX) Over Little Manatee River in Willow: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 260 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

One of the few surviving metal truss bridges in the region is this abandoned railroad bridge.

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Tierra Verde Bridge
HSR

FL-679 (Pinellas Bayway) Over Boca Ciega Bay in St. Petersburg and Tierra Verde: Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,386 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1961 By: Unknown

This largely unaltered riveted plate girder bascule was replaced with a fixed high level bridge.

Ruskin Railroad Bridge
Little Manatee River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Little Manatee River in Ruskin: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 590 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1958 By: Unknown

This is a simple, small railroad plate girder swing span with a series of approach spans.

Doyle E. Carlton Bridge
HSR

Tamiami Trail (US-41, FL-45) Over Alafia River in Gibsonton: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,216 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 29.5 ft. Main Spans: 24

Built 1952 By: Unknown

This relatively early high level fixed bridge over a navigable Florida waterway is unusual because it was built in 1952 and widened with pre-stressed concrete stringers to double its size only a few years later in 1959.

Alafia River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Alafia River in Gibsonton: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 670 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Unknown

This is a small swing bridge that also includes a number of concrete approach spans.

Bibb Graves Bridge
Wetumpka Bridge
HSR

AL-212 and AL-111 (Bridge Street) Over Coosa River in Wetumpka: Elmore County, Alabama, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch,

Length: 787 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1931 By: Unknown and Edward Houk

This large multi-span rainbow arch bridge is the only one of its kind in Alabama, and one of the top historic bridges in the state.

O'Neal Bridge
HSR

US-72 (Lee Highway) Over Tennessee River in Sheffield and Florence: Colbert County, Alabama and Lauderdale County, Alabama, United States

Metal Continuous 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,071 ft. Main Span: 420 ft. Roadway: 46.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Virginia Bridge Company of Roanoke, Virginia and Joseph P. Trotter

This is an early surviving example of a design of continuous truss bridge unique to Alabama, and it is complimented by deck truss approach spans.

Black Warrior River Bridge
Espey Bridge, Van De Graaff Park Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Mill Creek in Northport: Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, United States

Metal 8 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

Relocated and preserved, this extremely rare cast and wrought iron bowstring is the oldest surviving iron bridge in Alabama.

Captain John Snodgrass Bridge
HSR

AL-117 Over Tennessee River in Rural: Jackson County, Alabama, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam,

Length: 1,401 ft. Main Span: 500 ft. Roadway: 25.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge features a continuous through truss that assumes as deck truss configuration at the ends, a design used several times in Alabama.

Engineer Street Bridge
East Main Street Bridge
HSR

Engineer Street Over Lynn Camp Creek in Corbin: Whitley County, Kentucky and Knox County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 13.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This rare Phoenix column through truss has been preserved for pedestrian use and a park created around it.

Duncan Bridge
HSR

Curry Highway (CR-41) Over Lewis Smith Lake (Sipsey Fork Black Warrior River) in Rural: Winston County, Alabama, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,035 ft. Main Span: 361 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1967 By: Unknown

This is a relatively late example of a medium scale continuous through truss bridge.

2 Mile Creek Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Private Drive Over 2 Mile Creek in Rural: Auglaize County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 13.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1874 By: David H. Morrison (Columbia Bridge Works of Dayton, Ohio)

This long abandoned bridge is one of the only known surviving bowstring bridges built by David H. Morrison.

McMillan Street Bridge
HSR

McMillan Street Over US-42 in Cincinnati: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Metal Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 217 ft. Main Span: 117 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1937 By: Kerpen Construction Company of Cincinnati, Ohio and American Bridge Company of New York, New York and City of Cincinnati

This bridge is an extremely rare example of a steel rigid-frame bridge, also noted for its outstanding Art Moderne architectural detailing.

Old Shoal Creek Bridge
HSR

US-72 and US-43 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Shoal Creek in Killen: Lauderdale County, Alabama, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 803 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This attractive multi-span through truss bridge has been bypassed and abandoned.

AL-22 Coosa River Bridge
HSR

AL-22 Over Coosa River in Rural: Chilton County, Alabama and Coosa County, Alabama, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 910 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1958 By: Unknown

This is a graceful continuous deck truss bridge in a scenic rural location.

Fitzpatrick Bridge
HSR

AL-14 (Central Boulevard) Over Tallapoosa River in Tallassee: Elmore County, Alabama and Tallapoosa County, Alabama, United States

Metal Continuous (Straight Chords) 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,738 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1940 By: Pittsburgh - Des Moines Steel Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is a high level deck truss bridge located next to a historic dam, and is noted for its curved roadway.

Old Mill Bridge
HSR

Railroad and Old Bridge Street Over Tallapoosa River in Tallassee: Elmore County, Alabama and Tallapoosa County, Alabama, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 785 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge appears to have originally been a bridge with a combined highway and railroad deck.

Boat Dock Road Bridge
HSR

Boat Dock Road Over Aldridge Creek in Huntsville: Madison County, Alabama, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This bridge served a former access to a marina but has now been closed and only is open to pedestrians.

Happy Hollow Bridge
HSR

CR-47 Over Shoals Creek in Rural: Lauderdale County, Alabama, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 394 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is a traditional 1920s through truss bridge that has been damaged by over height vehicles.

Tutwiler Road Bridge
Littletons Bridge
HSR

Tutwiler Road (CR-53) Over Lost Creek in Rural: Walker County, Alabama, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 450 ft. Main Span: 202 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1962 By: Unknown

This classic through truss bridge is hidden back on a scenic winding road.

Camak Bridge
Camak Mills Bridge
HSR

Country Club Road Over Blackwater Creek in Rural: Walker County, Alabama, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge, rare in Alabama, is noted as an intact and unaltered example of a Canton Bridge Company through truss bridge.

Whitesburg Bridge
Clement C. Clay Bridge
HSR

US-231 and AL-53 (Southbound) Over Tennessee River in Huntsville: Morgan County, Alabama and Madison County, Alabama, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,047 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1965 By: Unknown

This is one of several surviving examples of a cantilever truss bridge along the Tennessee River in Alabama.

Steamboat Bill Bridge
Captain William J. Hudson Memorial Bridge
HSR

US-31, US-72 Alternate, and AL-20 (6th Avenue) Over Tennessee River, Railroad, and Market Street in Decatur: Limestone County, Alabama and Morgan County, Alabama, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,502 ft. Main Span: 360 ft. Roadway: 30.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1961 By: Unknown

Paired with a modern bridge, this continuous truss bridge displays an arched truss design with towers, a design unique to Alabama.

Memphis & Charleston Railroad Bridge
Old Railroad Bridge, Florence Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Tennessee River in Sheffield and Florence: Lauderdale County, Alabama and Colbert County, Alabama, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,595 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 13

Built 1893 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan

This surviving approach system for a former railroad and highway combination bridge has been preserved as a pedestrian walkway.

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Clinton Bridge
Honorable William Everette Lewallen Memorial Bridge, Green Bridge
HSR

US-25W (Old TN-9) Over Clinch River and Riverside Drive in Clinton: Anderson County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Continuous 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Girder, Fixed

Length: 983 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

This bridge was noted for its highly unusual three span continuous truss unit where a central through truss span is flanked by deck truss spans.

US-72 Elk River Bridge
HSR

US-72 (Eastbound) and AL-2 (Eastbound) (Lee Highway) Over Elk River (Wheeler Reservoir) in Rural: Lauderdale County, Alabama and Limestone County, Alabama, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,582 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This traditional through truss bridge has been paired with a modern bridge, forming a one-way couplet.

Tallapoosa River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Tallassee and Montgomery Railroad) Over Tallapoosa River in Rural: Macon County, Alabama and Elmore County, Alabama, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

The lightweight members of this abandoned railroad truss bridge suggests it may be an older railroad bridge, perhaps as old as the 1880s.

Tuscaloosa Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Kansas City Southern) Over Black Warrior River in Tuscaloosa: Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 3,600 ft. Main Span: 275 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1924 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This unusual asymmetrical continuous through truss bridge replaced an earlier bridge dating to 1896-9.

Wheeler Dam Bridge
HSR

AL-101 Over Tennessee River in Rural: Lawrence County, Alabama and Lauderdale County, Alabama, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 6,500 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1937 By: Unknown

This bridge provides vehicular access over the Wheeler Dam and associated locks.

Wilson Dam Bridge
HSR

Wilson Dam Road Over Tennessee River in Florence: Colbert County, Alabama and Lauderdale County, Alabama, United States

Metal Continuous Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 4,962 ft. Main Span: 1,512 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This dam, a National Historic Landmark, features highway access over it via original concrete arch spans and a 1959 high level structure.

Verbena Bridge
HSR

US-31 (Abandoned Alignment) (CR-503, Abandoned Section) Over Chestnut Creek in Verbena: Chilton County, Alabama, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Roanoke Bridge Company of Roanoke, Virginia

Abandoned and buried in the trees, this bridge is a rare example of the extremely unusual pony truss design used by the Roanoke Bridge Company.

Selma Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Alabama River in Selma: Dallas County, Alabama, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss,

Length: 1,800 ft. Main Span: 260 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a good example of a pin-connected railroad through truss swing bridge.

Decatur Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX and Norfolk Southern) Over Tennessee River in Decatur: Limestone County, Alabama and Morgan County, Alabama, United States

Metal 12 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,200 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge has been altered by the replacement of many spans with modern structures, but some of the fixed truss spans remain historic.

Veterans Memorial Bridge
Beck Mill Bridge
HSR

US-231 (Old Alignment) Over Pea River in Rural: Dale County, Alabama, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 440 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown and Mitcham, Keller, Smith, and Land

This is a nice looking multi-span deck arch bridge that was bypassed and left in place.

Cahaba Road Bridge
HSR

Cahaba Road Over Valley Creek in Selma: Dallas County, Alabama, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional Pratt truss bridge was bypassed, perhaps in the 1970s, and abandoned.

CR-150 Driveway Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Local Drain in Rural: Hardin County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 10.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Appearing to be an early example of a rivet-connected Warren pony truss bridge, this private bridge has been abandoned.

Muchinippi Creek Private Bridge 2
HSR

Private Drive Over Muchinippi Creek in Rural: Auglaize County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

Hidden away in the middle of a field is this rare surviving example of a Smith Bridge Company pony truss with finials.

Muchinippi Creek Private Bridge 3
HSR

Private Drive Over Muchinippi Creek in Rural: Auglaize County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

This bridge is one of several abandoned pony truss bridges found along this creek on private property.

Mill Street South Railway Overpass
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific, Hamilton Subdivision) Over Mill Street South in Hamilton (Waterdown): Hamilton City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This is a traditional riveted plate girder overpass bridge with shallow curved ends.

Britt Station Bridge
KH-69 Still River Bridge
HSR

KH-69 (Trans-Canada Highway) Over Still River, Highway 526 (Britt Road/Riverside Drive), and Railroad (Canadian Pacific) in Rural: Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 14 Panel Hingeless Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 380 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Unknown and Ontario Department of Highways

This is a rare and relatively late example of a riveted steel arch bridge in Ontario.

KH-69 Magnetawan River Bridge
HSR

KH-69 (Trans-Canada Highway) Over Magnetawan River in Rural: Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown

This is a locally rare but also a very late example of a concrete arch bridge in Ontario.

Highway 529 Bridge
HSR

Highway 529 Over Naiscoot River in Rural: Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Toronto, Ontario)

This is an excellent example of a standard riveted pony truss bridge in Ontario.

Elderslie Arran Line Bridge
HSR

Elderslie Arran Line Over Sauble River in Arran-Elderslie: Bruce County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is an uncommon surviving example of a concrete through girder, also noted for its multi-span configuration.

Old KH-11 South Kahshe River Bridge
HSR

KH-11 (Abandoned Alignment) Over South Kahshe River in Gravenhurst: Muskoka District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This long-abandoned bridge appears to have been widened in-kind a long time ago.

Peasley Road Bridge
HSR

Peasley Road Over Chance Creek in Rural: Lorain County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This long abandoned bridge is noted for its lightweight members and curved ends giving it an unusual appearance.

Rau Road Bridge
HSR

Rau Road (CR-14) Over I-75 in Rural: Ogemaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 179 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 35.8 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1970 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department (Michigan Department of State Highways)

This bridge is an unaltered representative example of a Michigan State Highway Department railing, and also noted for crossing the highway via two bridges.

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Atherley Narrows Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National) Over Atherley Narrows (Lake Couchiching and Lake Simcoe) in Orillia: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 431 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is an abandoned swing bridge that is testimony to both the area's railway and water navigation history, yet is slated for demolition.

Pointe au Baril Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over South Shore Road (Highway 644) and Pointe au Baril Channel in The Archipelago (Pointe au Baril): Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 220 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is a decent sized plate girder bridge and a relatively old surviving structure in the area.

Hogg's Bridge
HSR

Morris Road (CR-16) Over Middle Maitland River in Rural: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1957 By: Unknown

This is an uncommon multi-span river crossing that uses a rigid-frame construction.

Bronte Creek Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National, Halton Subdivision) Over Bronte Creek (Twelve Mile Creek) in Burlington: Halton Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 525 ft.

Built By: Unknown

This is a classic example of a tower and girder style railway bridge.

Coldwater River Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific, Port McNicoll Subdivision) Over Coldwater River in Coldwater (Severn Township): Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small, abandoned plate girder railway bridge.

Kett Road Bridge
HSR

Kett Road Over Head River in Rural: Kawartha Lakes City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is an example of an early small scale standard plan slab bridge in Ontario.

Sgt. Aubrey Cosens VC Memorial Bridge
Latchford Bridge
HSR

KH-11 (Trans-Canada Highway) Over Montreal River in Latchford: Timiskaming District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Two-Hinged Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 350 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1960 By: Unknown

This mid 20th century steel through arch bridge gained some unfortunate fame in 2003 due to a partial failure of the deck.

McCarthy Street Bridge
HSR

McCarthy Street Over Trout Creek in Powassan (Trout Creek): Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This appears to be an early example of a concrete t-beam bridge in Ontario.

Nottawasaga River Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Nottawasaga River in Rural: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 675 ft. Main Span: 75 ft.

Built By: Unknown

This tower and girder style railway bridge has some alterations.

Queen Street Bridge
Structure D-201
HSR

Queen Street (Concession Road 10 NDR) Over Meux Creek in West Grey (Neustadt): Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This concrete rigid-frame bridge is noted for its railing design and decorative light posts.

Concession Road 16 Bridge
HSR

Concession Road 16 Over Hepworth Creek in Georgian Bluffs: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This appears to be an early example of a small scale concrete slab bridge and its noted for its ornate railings.

Red Deer Road East Bridge
HSR

Red Deer Road East Over Wabbler Creek in Black River-Matheson: Cochrane District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Double-Truss, Single-Story Bailey Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge appears to be a genuine wartime era Bailey truss bridge that has been placed on this road.

Marter Road 2 North Bridge
HSR

Marter Road 2 Over Blanche River in Unorganized West Timiskaming District: Timiskaming District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Double-Truss, Double-Story Bailey Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This uncommon double story Bailey truss appears to be composed of genuine Mark II model truss panels.

Marter Road 2 South Bridge
HSR

Marter Road 2 Over Crocodile Creek in Unorganized West Timiskaming District: Timiskaming District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Double-Truss, Single-Story Bailey Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This Bailey truss appears to be composed of genuine Mark II model truss panels.

7th Avenue Bridge
HSR

7th Avenue (CR-10) Over Rocky Saugeen River in Hanover: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1960 By: Unknown

This is a good example of a double-span rigid-frame bridge in Ontario.

South Simcoe Railway Overpass
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Railroad (South Simcoe Railway) in New Techumseth: Simcoe County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This bridge's plate girders appear to have been replaced, but it retains an original riveted steel bent.

Northline Bridge
HSR

Northline Over Saugeen River Creek Tributary in West Grey (Former Glenelg): Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Unknown

Although deteriorated, this is an unaltered example of a rural concrete rigid-frame bridge.

Blair Stone Arch Bridge
Bowman Creek Culvert
HSR

Blair Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Bowman Creek in Cambridge (Blair): Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This locally rare stone arch bridge has been abandoned and is deteriorating.

Duffy's Lane Bridge
HSR

Duffy's Lane Over Upper Humber River in Caledon: Peel Region, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This concrete rigid-frame bridge is noted for its unusual railings which have only been observed on a small number of bridges in Ontario.

Mulock Road Styx River Bridge
Structure B-006
HSR

Mulock Road Over Styx River in West Grey (Former Bentinck): Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This is a older surviving example of a concrete rigid-frame bridge.

Shantz Station Road Railway Overpass
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) (Galt Subdivion) Over Shantz Station Road (RR-30) in Woolwich Township: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small plate girder overpass is noted for its large stone abutments.

Grand River Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Go (Kitchener Line), Via-Rail, and Former Grand Trunk Railway) Over Grand River in Kitchener: Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 412 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This fairly large plate girder bridge has some alterations of its concrete piers.

Hespeler Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) (Galt Subdivion) Over Speed River in Cambridge (Hespeler): Waterloo Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 406 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built By: Unknown

This is a plate girder bridge is decent size also noted for its stone substructure that may be from a previous bridge.

Mud Slough Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Mud Slough in Fremont: Alameda County, California, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 820 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad swing bridge is a hidden secret that is best discovered by boat.

Rockledge Road Bridge
River Drive Bridge
HSR

Rockledge Road (River Drive, TR-706) Over Schuylkill River in Auburn: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 152 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Nelson and Buchanan of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

This is an outstanding example of a Parker truss built by a noted in-state builder.

Landingville Bridge
Bridge Number 119
HSR

Main Street (PA-2011) Over Schuylkill River in Landingville: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 146 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1923 By: John Maguire

This is a good unaltered example of a concrete arch bridge of county design.

Athens Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) (Former Lehigh Valley Railroad) Over Chemung River in Athens: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 602 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1916 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This multi-span railroad bridge is noted for its curved layout and skew resulting in unusual truss design.

Lehigh Gorge Trail Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Central Railroad of New Jersey) and Lehigh Gorge Trail Over Railroad (Lehigh Valley) in Rural: Carbon County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This skewed railroad over railroad overpass bridge is noted for its distinctive portal bracing.

Crosstown Parkway Bridge
HSR

Crosstown Parkway Over Portage Creek in Kalamazoo: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Corrugated Multi-Plate Culvert, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 10 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1965 By: Unknown

This simple culvert bridge is noted for its custom-designed type R4 railings which feature a "K" in them for Kalamazoo.

Strasburg Pike Bridge
HSR

Strasburg Pike (PA-2029) Over Pequea Creek in West Lampeter: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: J. Miller Eshleman of Landisville, Pennsylvania

This is a traditional concrete deck arch bridge.

Ironstone Bridge
HSR

Farmington Avenue (PA-2040) Over Ironstone Creek in Douglass: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Willauer and Company

This small concrete arch bridge is noted as a very early surviving example of its type in the region.

Farmington Avenue Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Colebrookdale Railroad) Over Farmington Avenue (PA-2040) in Douglass: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small, traditional deck plate girder overpass.

Pine Forge Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Colebrookdale Railroad) Over Manatawny Creek and Pine Forge Road in Pine Forge: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Elliptical Deck Arch,

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This deck plate girder bridge is actually more significant for its rare and handsome elliptical stone arch approach spans.

Simmons Road Bridge
HSR

Simmons Road Over Scioto Creek in Lower Frederick Township: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 38 ft. Main Span: 17 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1915 By: James M. Smith

This is a traditional example of a stone arch bridge.

Darby Creek Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (SEPTA, Media/Elwyn Line) Over Darby Creek and Scottdale Road in Lansdowne and Clifton Heights: Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 333 ft.

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional tower and girder style railroad bridge.

Ridley Creek Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (SEPTA, Media/Elwyn Line) Over Ridley Creek and Ridley Creek Road in Media: Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 680 ft.

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional tower and girder style railroad bridge.

Pequea Lane Bridge
HSR

Pequea Lane (Meadow Lane, TR-491) Over Pequea Creek in Paradise: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1923 By: Ferro-Concrete Construction Company of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

This is an uncommon multi-span example of a concrete through girder.

Concord Road Bridge
HSR

Concord Road Over Chester Creek in Concord: Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Unknown

This small stone arch bridge has suffered from modern alteration with concrete.

Wawa Road Culvert
HSR

Wawa Road Over Unnamed Creek in Chester Heights: Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: George Wood

This is a tiny stone culvert.

Grove Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Grove Mill Road Over South Branch Muddy Creek in Fawn: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: W. H. Drawbaugh of Dover, Pennsylvania

This is an unaltered example of a 1920s concrete t-beam bridge.

Union Church Road Bridge
HSR

Union Church Road Over Rambo Run Tributary in East Hopewell: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Francis Geesey and Charles A. Williams of Jacobus, Pennsylvania

This is a traditional example of a stone arch bridge.

Maryland Avenue Bridge
HSR

Maryland Avenue (DE-4) Over Little Mill Creek in Wilmington: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Ed Daylor of Coatesville, Pennsylvania

This is a classic example of a concrete deck arch bridge.

Brackenville Road Bridge
HSR

Brackenville Road Over Mill Creek in Brookhill Farms: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 21 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1846 By: Unknown

Despite alteration, this bridge remains significant as a very old stone arch bridge in Delaware.

Old Lancaster Pike Bridge
HSR

Old Lancaster Pike (Former Newport-Gap Turnpike) Over Mill Creek Tributary in Hockessin: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 12 ft. Main Span: 12 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1811 By: Unknown

This small bridge is the oldest stone arch bridge in Delaware

Snuff Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Snuff Mill Road Over Barrow's Run in Yorklyn: New Castle County, Delaware, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Olivere Paving and Construction Company of Wilmington, Delaware

This steel stringer bridge is significant for its stone facing, which was designed to harmonize with a nearby property.

Octoraro Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned) Over Octoraro Creek in Rural: Cecil County, Maryland, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This is a long abandoned railroad deck plate girder with a stone arch approach.

Octoraro Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned) Over Octoraro Creek in Rural: Cecil County, Maryland, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Built 1901 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works)

This abandoned railroad bridge passes under another larger high level railroad bridge.

Octoraro Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Octoraro Creek in Rural: Cecil County, Maryland, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 530 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This concrete arch railroad bridge is hidden away in a wooded setting.

Conowingo Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Conowingo Creek in Rural: Cecil County, Maryland, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 350 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This is a low level example of a multi-span concrete railroad bridge.

Pequea Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Amtrak) Over Pequea Creek and Mill Creek Road in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This is a stone arch railroad bridge, and it has some modest concrete alterations.

Muddy Creek Road Bridge
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Muddy Creek Road Over South Branch Muddy Creek in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 58 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1954 By: Unknown

Sitting on stone substructure of a previous bridge is this fairly early surviving example of a pre-stressed concrete bridge.

Conestoga River Bridge
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Access Road Over Conestoga River in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 208 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This plate girder bridge features a riveted span at one end and an apparently newer welded plate girder of similar design at the other end.

Water Street Bridge
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Water Street Over South Branch Codorus Creek in Glen Rock: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

Although altered this tiny concrete arch bridge contributes to a historic district.

Ironstone Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Colebrookdale Railroad) Over Ironstone Creek in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This is a small trestle style timber railroad bridge.

Grist Mill Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Colebrookdale Railroad) Over Grist Mill Road in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This overpass bridge comes in the form of a timber trestle style bridge.

Old Trolley Line Bridge
HSR

Old Trolley Line Over Unnamed Creek in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny stone arch bridge is a remnant for a former trolley line.

Stony Run Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Schuykill River Rail-Trail) Over Stony Run in East Pikeland Township: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small but unaltered stone arch bridge.

Patoka Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Patoka River and River Road in Patoka: Gibson County, Indiana, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a late example of a traditional riveted railroad bridge with latticed and v-laced built-up members.

National Road Deer Creek Bridge
Putnam County Bridge 237
HSR

CR 550 South (Old US-40, Historic National Road) Over Deer Creek in Rural: Putnam County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 277 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1925 By: Edward F. Smith of Indianapolis, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

Although buried behind many trees and nearly impossible to view, this is an impressive remnant of the historic National Road.

CR-470 East Bridge
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CR-470 East Over Strangers Branch in Rural: Parke County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is a small but unaltered example of a concrete arch bridge.

IN-42 Doe Creek Bridge
HSR

IN-42 Over Doe Creek in Rural: Owen County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 148 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Unknown and Indiana State Highway Commission

This traditional deck arch bridge is in a scenic location.

Tower Road Bridge
HSR

Tower Road (CR-100 East) Over Branch Mill Creek in Rural: Owen County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This is a small scale standard concrete arch bridge in Indiana.

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Higginsville Road Bridge
Bridge E-60
HSR

Higginsville Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 183 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This beautiful and impressive bridge was demolished and replaced.

Lake Monroe Railroad Bridge
Sanford Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX, Amtrak, SunRail) Over St. Johns River (Lake Monroe) in Sanford: Seminole County, Florida and Volusia County, Florida, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 560 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad bascule bridge continues to carry many trains and also operates frequently for boats.

Old Cypress Creek Road Bridge
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Old Cypress Creek Road Over Cypress Creek in Land O' Lakes: Pasco County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

A remnant of a more rural past in this now-developed region is this Luten arch bridge.

Crystal Springs Road Bridge
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Crystal Springs Road Over Hillsborough River in Crystal Springs: Pasco County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 18.7 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1923 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania and J. W. Turner

This is a notable multi-span and unaltered example of a Luten bridge in Florida.

Lake Monroe Bridge
HSR

US-17 (Abandoned Alignment) (Fishing Pier) Over St. Johns River (Lake Monroe) in Sanford: Seminole County, Florida and Volusia County, Florida, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 627 ft. Main Span: 235 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Ingalls Iron Works of Birmingham, Alabama and Verona, Pennsylvania

Although this large swing bridge was replaced and its approach spans demolished, the swing span was preserved as a fishing pier.

Fulton Road Bridge
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Fulton Road Over Nottawa Creek (Nottawassepee River) in Rural: St. Joseph County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1958 By: Raff and Dexter of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a relatively early example of a pre-stressed box beam bridge in Michigan.

Pennsylvania Railroad Schuylkill Valley Branch Railroad Bridge No. 83.40
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Railroad (Schuylkill River Railroad) Over Schuylkill River and Railroad (Reading, Blue Mountain and Northern Railroad) in Auburn: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 500 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a truss and girder bridge that includes a railroad over railroad truss span and girder spans over the river.

Schuylkill River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Reading, Blue Mountain, and Northern) Over Schuylkill River in Auburn: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 240 ft.

Built By: Unknown

This bridge appears to have had a long history of repairs, with some stone piers and other piers of brick.

Washington Road Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Reading, Blue Mountain, and Northern) Over Schuylkill River Tributary and Washington Road in Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Built By: Unknown and Gustavus A. Nicolls

This is an extremely rare example of a stone arch bridge with pierced circular openings.

Matthew E. Welsh Bridge
Mauckport Bridge, Brandenburg Bridge
HSR

KY-79 and IN-135 Over Ohio River and 2nd Street in Mauckport and Brandenburg: Harrison County, Indiana and Meade County, Kentucky , United States

Metal 20 Panel Bolt-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 3,098 ft. Main Span: 725 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1966 By: R. E. Dailey Construction Company of Detroit, Michigan

Built in the decade of transition away from riveted construction, this bridge leaned toward the future with its all-welded and bolted design.

Elliston Railroad Bridge
Bloomfield Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Indiana Railroad) Over White River in Elliston: Greene County, Indiana, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,493 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 10 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1906 By: American Bridge Works of Chicago, Illinois

This is a traditional railroad deck truss bridge.

Montezuma Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Wabash River in Montezuma: Parke County, Indiana, and Vermillion County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 820 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad bridge, converted for pedestrian use, is visible south of the highway bridge in Montezuma.

Johnstown Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Evansville, Indianapolis and Terre Haute Railroad) Over Eel River in Johnstown: Owen County, Indiana and Greene County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown

This abandoned traditional railroad through truss bridge is visible from the nearby highway bridge.

US-9W Moodna Creek Bridge
HSR

US-9W Over Moodna Creek in New Windsor: Orange County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 237 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1932 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This standard two span pony truss bridge of state design.

Broadway Bridge
HSR

Broadway Over Railroad (Metro-North New Haven Line) in Harrison: Westchester County, New York, United States

Metal Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Unknown

This is an example of the highly unusual curved plate girder bridges built as overpasses on this railroad line.

West Street Bridge
HSR

West Street Over Railroad (Metro-North New Haven Line) in Harrison: Westchester County, New York, United States

Metal Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Unknown

This is an example of the highly unusual curved plate girder bridges built as overpasses on this railroad line.

Culver Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (New York Subway, F Line and G Line) Over Gowanus Canal and Various Roads in New York: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Built 1933 By: Unknown

As an elevated section of an elevated section of the New York Subway, it is hard to define a start and end to this long, bridge-like structure.

4th Avenue 9th Street Station Bridge
HSR

Railroad (New York Subway, F Line and G Line) Over 4th Avenue in New York: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This subway station is essentially also a large overpass bridge, and it features a beautiful arch-like facade that conceals the truss span within.

Park Avenue Viaduct
Pershing Square Viaduct, Grand Central Terminal Bridge
HSR

Park Avenue Over 41st Street and 42nd Street in New York: Manhattan, New York, United States

Metal Hingeless Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 658 ft. Main Span: 224 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1919 By: Terry and Tench of New York, New York and Warren and Wetmore of New York, New York and Clifford M. Pinckney

This beautiful bridge was built as an integral part of the famous Grand Central Terminal.

Wappingers Falls Bridge
HSR

NY-9D (Main Street) Over Wappinger Creek in Wappingers Falls: Dutchess County, New York, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 34.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1884 By: Unknown

This attractive stone arch bridge contributes to a historic district.

Wappingers Falls Flume
Wappingers Falls Penstock Bridge
HSR

Pipeline Over Wappinger Creek in Wappingers Falls: Dutchess County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This unusual bridge structure carries a massive riveted pipe over the creek.

County House Road Bridge
Bridge E-105
HSR

County House Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 151 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This is a traditional example of a fixed through truss on the Erie Canal.

Walworth Road Bridge
Yellow Mills Bridge, Bridge E-119
HSR

Walworth Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 151 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: I.M. Ludington's Sons Inc. of Rochester, New York

This is a traditional example of a fixed through truss on the Erie Canal.

Bonta Bridge
Bridge E-81
HSR

Bonta Bridge Road (CR-14B) Over Seneca River (Erie Canal, New York State Barge Canal) in Brutus: Cayuga County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 471 ft. Main Span: 197 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Baltimore Bridge Company of Baltimore, Maryland and M. Fitzgerald

This is one of the largest fixed truss bridges over the Erie Canal and is noted for its two different truss types.

Creager's Bridge
Lyons-Marengo Road Bridge, Bridge E-96
HSR

Lyons-Marengo Road (CR-334) (Cole Road) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Galen: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 236 ft. Main Span: 181 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

This bridge is a less common Pennsylvania though truss variety of fixed truss bridge built over the Erie Canal.

East Avenue Bridge
Bridge E-110
HSR

East Avenue Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Newark: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 151 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This is a Baltimore truss bridge, which was less commonly used over the Erie Canal than other truss types.

Galloway Road Bridge
Galloway's Bridge, Bridge E-115
HSR

Galloway Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) and Canalway Trail in Rural: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 232 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

Alterations have reduced this bridge to another standard example of a Double-Warren span over the Erie Canal, but this bridge once had a pony truss span too.

Port Gibson Bridge
Bridge E-114
HSR

Port Gibson Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Port Gibson: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 151 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This is a traditional example of a fixed through truss on the Erie Canal.

Marshall Road Bridge
Bridge E-212
HSR

Marshall Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) and Canalway Trail in Medina: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 191 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: J.B. and J.M. Cornell Company of Cold Spring, New York and Empire Engineering of New York, New York

This is a traditional example of a fixed through truss on the Erie Canal.

Howland Island Road Bridge
Bridge E-86
HSR

Howland Island Road (CR-139) Over Seneca River (Erie Canal, New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Cayuga County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 410 ft. Main Span: 158 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Lupfer and Remick of Buffalo, New York

This is one of the largest fixed truss bridges over the Erie Canal and is noted for its two different truss types.

Mosquito Point Bridge
NY-38 Bridge, Bridge E-85
HSR

NY-38 (Conquest Road) Over Seneca River (Erie Canal, New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Cayuga County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 366 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Roadway: 28.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1964 By: Unknown

This is one of the youngest truss bridges over the Erie Canal.

Horan Road Bridge
Bridge E-209
HSR

Horan Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Medina: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 229 ft. Main Span: 227 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This is one of two unusual Erie Canal bridges in Medina that used pin-connections and Baltimore trusses instead of riveted connections.

Glenwood Avenue Bridge
Bridge E-210
HSR

Glenwood Avenue Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Medina: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 178 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This is one of two unusual Erie Canal bridges in Medina that used pin-connections and Baltimore trusses instead of riveted connections.

Leach Street Bridge
Bridge E-101
HSR

Leach Street Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Lyons: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 218 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Lathrop, Shea, and Henwood Company of Buffalo, New York

This bridge features a through truss and a plate girder.

Newark Railroad Bridge
Bridge 16.90, Bridge E-109
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Newark: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 176 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This abandoned traditional railroad truss bridge has had its approaches removed.

CSX Erie Canal Railroad Bridge
New York Central Erie Canal Railroad Bridge, Bridge E-106
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 164 ft. Main Span: 164 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its heavy skew, Baltimore truss configuration, and three truss line arrangement.

Lyons Railroad Bridge
Bridge E-99
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Lyons: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 137 ft. Main Span: 137 ft. Roadway: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a railroad bridge with four truss lines providing enough width for six tracks.

International Railroad Black Rock Canal Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over I-190 and Black Rock Canal in Buffalo: Erie County, New York, United States

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 440 ft. Main Span: 440 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

Separated from the main International Railroad Bridge by an island, this eastern structure crosses a canal in Buffalo.

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NY-19 Oatka Creek Bridge
HSR

NY-19 Over Oatka Creek in Rural: Wyoming County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This is a traditional state design pony truss bridge.

Montezuma Bridge
Bridge E-90
HSR

NY-31 Over Seneca River (Erie Canal, New York State Barge Canal) in Montezuma: Seneca County, New York and Cayuga County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 502 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This is an increasingly uncommon example of a standard state design through truss bridge in the state.

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US-20 Oatka Creek Bridge
HSR

US-20 (Telephone Road) Over Oatka Creek in Rural: Genesee County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 117 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This is a traditional state design pony truss bridge.

Dry Dock Road Bridge
HSR

Dry Dock Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Lyons: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 149 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: Mount Vernon Bridge Company of Mount Vernon, Ohio

This is a standard example of a highway plate girder.

High Bridge
HSR

High Bridge Road (CR-139A) Over Railroad (Conrail) in Mentz: Cayuga County, New York, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Rochester Bridge and Iron Works of Rochester, New York

This is a relatively old 19th century plate girder bridge that may have been relocated and reused in this location.

Lock 29 Access Road Bridge
HSR

Lock 29 Access Road Over Ganargua Creek in Macedon: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This traditional plate girder was built by a famous bridge company.

Mud Creek Aqueduct Towpath Bridge
HSR

Erie Canal Towpath Over Ganargua Creek (Mud Creek) in Palmyra: Wayne County, New York, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1858 By: Unknown

This stone arch towpath bridge is next to the piers of a former original Erie Canal aqueduct.

Bartoli Lane Bridge
HSR

Bartoli Lane Over Shickshinny Creek in Shickshinny: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This extremely rare example of a King bowstring truss bridge was partially encased in concrete long ago.

Sedwick Lane Bridge
HSR

Sedwick Lane (Private Driveway) Over Cowanshannock Creek in Rural: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Someone is lucky enough to have one of the rarest historic bridge types, an iron bowstring, as part of their driveway.

Boggy Run Road Bridge
HSR

Boggy Run Road (TR-331) Over Little Toby Creek in Rural: Elk County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Will Dickinson of Ridgway, Pennsylvania

This beautifully composed bridge is one of the last remaining bridges built by a local pioneer in concrete bridge construction.

Brockway Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Little Toby Rail-Trail) Over Little Toby Creek and Pershing Avenue in Brockway: Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This relatively lightweight and potentially very old riveted deck truss span has been converted for pedestrian use.

Wykoff Run Road Bridge
HSR

Wykoff Run Road (PA-2001) Over Sinnemahoning Creek in Rural: Cameron County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 415 ft. Main Span: 206 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1938 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

Nestled deep within a very scenic area of the Allegheny Plateau is the unusually narrow state standard through truss.

Bridge Lane Bridge
HSR

Bridge Lane Over Bald Eagle Creek in Rural: Clinton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 270 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This bridge, now used on a private road, is a former railroad bridge.

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Chester Bridge
HSR

IL-150 and MO-51 Over Mississippi River, Railroad (Union Pacific), and Kaskaskia Street in Chester: Randolph County, Illinois and Perry County, Missouri, United States

Metal Continuous 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,827 ft. Main Span: 670 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1946 By: Massman Construction Company of Kansas City, Missouri and Sverdrup and Parcel of St. Louis, Missouri

This bridge features distinctive two-span continuous through and deck truss spans, a design often used by its designer.

Shepard Bridge
The County Bridge
HSR

Yellowlegs Trail Over Georges Creek in Pickerington: Franklin County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: New Columbus Bridge Company of Columbus, Ohio

This regionally early example of a rivet-connected highway truss bridge has been relocated and preserved for pedestrian use.

Yatesboro Bridge
HSR

TR-654 Over Cowanshannock Creek in Yatesboro: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This long abandoned pony truss bridge has partially collapsed.

Windham Road 3 Bridge
HSR

Windham Road 3 Over Big Creek in Rural: Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Despite some bolted alterations this bridge retains the charm of its original riveted truss design.

Teeterville Dam Bridge
HSR

Dam Access Over Big Creek (Teeterville Pond) in Teeterville: Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a fairly long pony truss span with Lackawanna Steel brands (uncommon in Canada) used as a dam access bridge.

Maple Avenue North Bridge
HSR

Maple Avenue North Over Whiteman's Creek in Burford: Brant County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its span length and its unusual railings which are found on only a few bridges in Ontario.

Windsor Harbor Bridge
HSR

Windsor Harbor Road (Old Alignment) Over Rock Creek in Kimmswick: Jefferson County, Missouri, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 123 ft. Main Span: 123 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1874 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The oldest Pratt truss in the state, this is also one of the most unique and ornate surviving examples of a rare Keystone column truss bridge.

Old Appleton Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Apple Creek in Old Appleton: Cape Girardeau County, Missouri and Perry County, Missouri, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 161 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: H. W. Sebastian and Company of St. Louis, Missouri (St. Louis Bridge and Iron Works)

This bridge has been preserved for pedestrians with a park around it, and it is noted as a very old Pratt truss with rare Queenpost approaches.

Windsor Harbor Railroad Bridge
Kimmswick Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Rock Creek and Mississippi Street in Kimmswick: Jefferson County, Missouri, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 282 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan

This classic riveted railroad truss bridge with plate girder approaches compliments the historic highway bridge next to it.

MetroLink Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Railroad (MetroLink) in St. Louis: St. Louis City, Missouri, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1931 By: R. J. Blackburn Inc.

This is an extremely rare presentation of a tower style continuous through truss as a pedestrian footbridge.

Bellefontaine Bridge
HSR

Railroad (BNSF) Over Missouri River in Old Jamestown and West Alton: St. Louis County, Missouri and St. Charles County, Missouri, United States

Metal 16 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,660 ft. Main Span: 440 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1893 By: New Jersey Steel and Iron Company of Trenton, New Jersey and George Shattuck Morison

This bridge is one of the few surviving bridges designed by one of the greatest engineers in American history.

St. Charles Railroad Bridge
Wabash Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Missouri River in St. Charles: St. Charles County, Missouri and St. Louis County, Missouri, United States

Metal Cantilever 20 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 7,876 ft. Main Span: 624 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Mr. Vernon Bridge Company of Mt. Vernon, Ohio and Modjeski and Masters

This is an impressive 1930s cantilever truss railroad bridge which also has an extremely long girder approach system.

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30th Street Bridge
Marion County Bridge 1705, Riverside Park Bridge
HSR

30th Street (29th Street) Over White River in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 339 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1907 By: Marion County Construction Company and W.M. Fife and Son and Henry W. Klaussman

This beautiful stone faced concrete bridge with rare Melan reinforcing once formed the centerpiece to a park area.

16th Street Bridge
HSR

16th Street Over White River in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 688 ft. Main Span: 126 ft. Roadway: 54 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1948 By: Unknown

Although younger than many other arch bridges in the city, this example is noted for its unique Art Deco railing and details.

Roache Street Bridge
Marion County Bridge 1712
HSR

Roache Street Over IWC Canal (Indiana Central Canal) in Indianapolis: Marion County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

This is a fairly old concrete arch bridge noted for its skew.

Brooks Bridge
Martin County Bridge 68
HSR

Brooks Bridge Road Over East Fork White River in Rural: Martin County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 383 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1894 By: Lafayette Bridge Company of Lafayette, Indiana

This bridge is noted for its large pin-connected Pratt truss spans and its setting in a scenic, undeveloped area.

IN-11 Bridge
HSR

IN-11 Over East Fork White River in Rural: Jackson County, Indiana, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 403 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1941 By: R. P. Olinger of Huntingburg, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

This is an outstanding example of Indiana's beautiful state standard truss featuring arched bracing.

IN-256 West Bridge
HSR

IN-256 Over Muscatatuck River in Rural: Washington County, Indiana and Jackson County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 285 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: Ben Hur Construction Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and R. P. Olinger of Huntingburg, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

This is one of two basically identical historic state standard through truss bridges found on this stretch of road, both crossing the same river.

IN-256 East Bridge
HSR

IN-256 Over Muscatatuck River in Rural: Jackson County, Indiana and Scott County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 285 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: Ben Hur Construction Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and R. P. Olinger of Huntingburg, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

This is one of two basically identical historic state standard through truss bridges found on this stretch of road, both crossing the same river.

Columbia Street Bridge
Allen County Bridge 529
HSR

Columbia Street Over Maumee River in Fort Wayne: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 418 ft. Main Span: 106 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1923 By: I. E. Smith Construction Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and Asa Waters Grosvenor of Fort Wayne, Indiana

This is one of an impressive number of concrete arch bridges documented in Fort Wayne.

Jefferson Boulevard Bridge
Allen County Bridge 330
HSR

West Jefferson Boulevard Over St. Marys River in Fort Wayne: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 204 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 52.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1935 By: Charles R. Wermuth and Son of Fort Wayne, Indiana and Indiana State Highway Commission

This is one of an impressive number of concrete arch bridges documented in Fort Wayne.

Parnell Avenue Bridge
Allen County Bridge 538
HSR

Parnell Avenue Over St. Joseph River in Fort Wayne: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 220 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1927 By: I. E. Smith Construction Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and Asa Waters Grosvenor of Fort Wayne, Indiana

This is one of an impressive number of concrete arch bridges documented in Fort Wayne.

Howard Vandyke Bridge
HSR

TR-289 Over Yellow Creek in Rural: Jefferson County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Central Concrete and Construction Company of Canton, Ohio, J. K. Hilton, Agent

This bridge is an example of a pin-connected truss bridge built by a noted in-state builder.

Locust Point Bridge
HSR

Locust Point Road (Lakeview Boulevard) Over Turtle Creek in Rural: Ottawa County, Ohio, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 57 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an unusual riveted girder bridge, perhaps salvaged from some other structure, and it has an uncertain history.

Amsterdam Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Mahoning Valley Railway) (Former Ohi-Rail Corporation) Over Yellow Creek in Amsterdam: Jefferson County, Ohio, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

Although a small example of a common type, this outstanding representative example is unaltered, on stone abutments, and built by a famous company.

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Liberty Street Bridge
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Liberty Street Over Yellow Creek in Amsterdam: Jefferson County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

Although altered with load-bearing beams, the original arch ribs of this rare Luten rainbow arch remain in place.

Nimishillen Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Wheeling and Lake Erie) Over Nimishillen Creek in Rural: Stark County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 151 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a lightweight and old looking railroad truss bridge, making it stand out as unusual and significant.

New Somerset Road Bridge
HSR

New Somerset Road (CR-53) Over Town Fork in Rural: Jefferson County, Ohio, United States

Corrugated Multi-Plate Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This uncommon example of an unusual bridge type remains standing despite repeated attacks by bad drivers.

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Chagrin Falls Bridge
HSR

North Main Street Over Chagrin River in Chagrin Falls: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 59 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1857 By: Unknown

Located at the heart of a historic downtown, this is a very old stone arch bridge.

Big Sandy Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Wheeling and Lake Erie) Over Big Sandy Creek in Rural: Carroll County, Ohio, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a fairly lightweight railroad truss bridge with pinned connections.

Big Sandy Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Mahoning Valley Railway) (Former Ohi-Rail Corporation) Over Big Sandy Creek in Rural: Carroll County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge features the extensive use of plate in truss members, a distinctive feature of some railroad pony truss bridges.

Old IL-3 Miller Creek Bridge
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Old IL-3 Over Miller Creek in Rural: Alexander County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 148 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown and Illinois Division of Highways

This is the smaller of two truss bridges on this old state highway alignment.

Stone Quarry Bridge
HSR

CR-1000 (TR-135D) Over Embarras River in Rural: Coles County, Illinois, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 2 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Bedstead Truss, Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1883 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This abandoned bridge is an impressive example of a King Bridge Company Whipple truss.

Ripson Bridge
HSR

Ripson Bridge Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Shoal Creek in Rural: Bond County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 207 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This is the only known surviving highway truss bridge in the county.

Airtight Bridge
HSR

Airtight Road (TR-275) Over Embarras River in Rural: Coles County, Illinois, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Decatur Bridge Company of Decatur, Illinois and C. L. James

This is an unaltered traditional Pratt through truss bridge in a tranquil rural setting.

Fancher Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Ground (Exhibit) in Rural: Clark County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Hiram B. and Everett Trout of Shelbyville, Illinois

Relocated and preserved at a rest stop, this is an unusual and unique design of pony truss bridge using pipes for truss members.

Blakeman Bridge
HSR

Bypass Road (CR-1770 East, TR-193, Old IL-130) Over Embarras River in Rural: Coles County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 259 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1907 By: Mercantile Bridge Company of Paris, Illinois

This is a very early example of a concrete arch bridge, particularly in a rural area, and it has unique railing.

Indian Creek Bridge
HSR

Mississippi River Road Over Indian Creek in Rural: Calhoun County, Illinois, United States

Metal 2 Panel Rivet-Connected Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 19.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is an extremely rare example of a Kingpost truss bridge, and also a very late example.

Frontage Road Bridge
HSR

Frontage Road Over Brickyard Branch in Rural: Fayette County, Illinois, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Unknown

This is a small, but extremely rare example of a bedstead truss bridge with unaltered legs.

Cairo Railroad Arch Bridge
Cairo Flood Gate Tunnel
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over US-51 (Ohio River Scenic Byway) in Cairo: Alexander County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Unknown

This fairly early concrete arch bridge is an impressive gateway into Cairo and is next to a historic riveted floodgate that was built at a later date next to the bridge.

Black Bridge
Waterford Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Lake Erie and Norfolk Rail Trail) Over Nanticoke Creek (Waterford Pond) in Waterford: Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 545 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Unknown

This high level through truss railway bridge has found new life as part of a rail-trail.

Piasa Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Kansas City Southern) Over Piasa Creek in Rural: Jersey County, Illinois, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 260 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1881 By: Unknown

This is an 1881 stone arch bridge that by 1918 was completely encased in concrete.

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Deep Cut Lake Road Bridge 1
Martin County Bridge 137
HSR

Deep Cut Lake Road Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Martin County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Indiana Bridge Company of Muncie, Indiana

This is one of a unique group of six historic truss bridges found along this road.

Deep Cut Lake Road Bridge 2
Martin County Bridge 50
HSR

Deep Cut Lake Road (CR-67) Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Martin County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 102 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is one of a unique group of six historic truss bridges found along this road.

Deep Cut Lake Road Bridge 3
Martin County Bridge 49
HSR

Deep Cut Lake Road (CR-67) Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Martin County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This is one of a unique group of six historic truss bridges found along this road.

Deep Cut Lake Road Bridge 4
Martin County Bridge 47
HSR

Deep Cut Lake Road (CR-67) Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Martin County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is one of a unique group of six historic truss bridges found along this road.

Deep Cut Lake Road Bridge 5
Martin County Bridge 46
HSR

Deep Cut Lake Road (CR-67) Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Martin County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 82 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Unknown

This is one of a unique group of six historic truss bridges found along this road.

Deep Cut Lake Road Bridge 6
Martin County Bridge 44
HSR

Deep Cut Lake Road (CR-67) Over Beaver Creek in Rural: Martin County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is the most unusual of a unique group of six historic truss bridges found along this road.

Miedema Bridge
West Gap Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Nanticoke Creek (Waterford Pond) in Waterford: Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

One of the first examples of a heritage bridge in Ontario to be relocated and preserved for pedestrian use!

Pont Rapides-des-Joachims (Swisha Bridge)
HSR

Highway 635 (Swisha Road), Rue Principale Over Ottawa River (Rivière des Outaouais) in Rapides-des-Joachims: Renfrew County, Ontario and Outaouais, Québec, Canada

Metal 18 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 430 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This spectacular riveted truss bridge is the centerpiece of a beautiful, scenic setting.

Pont Ferroviaire de la Rivière Coulonge (Coulonge River Railway Bridge)
HSR

Railroad (Cycloparc PPJ Rail Tail) Over Rivière Coulonge in Mansfield-et-Pontefract: Outaouais, Québec, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 355 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1887 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec

This is an outstanding example of an 1880s railway bridge built by the Dominion Bridge Company.

Muskoka River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over South Branch Muskoka River in Bracebridge: Muskoka District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of two heritage railway deck truss bridges found in this vicinity.

Magnetawan River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Magnetawan River in Armour: Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This classic riveted pony truss railway bridge is hidden away in a wooded area.

Kinmount Bridge
HSR

Kawartha Lakes Road 121 Over Burnt River in Kinmount: Kawartha Lakes City, Ontario, Canada

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Unknown

This rivet-connected Parker pony truss bridge stands out as rare in a province since the polygonal Warren truss design was far more common.

Howland Junction Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Haliburton County Rail-Trail) Over Kendrick Creek in Minden Hills (Howland): Haliburton County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This deck truss bridge also features a timber approach system.

Irondale River Bridge
HSR

Highway 503 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Irondale River in Minden Hills: Haliburton County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a fairly large and potentially very old example of a concrete t-beam bridge.

Byng Inlet Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Byng Inlet (Magnetawan River) in Rural: Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 880 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built By: Unknown

This is a long, low level deck truss railway bridge.

Henfryn Siding Huron East Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Huron East Rail-Trail) Over Middle Maitland River in Rural: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This plate girder bridge has an unusual design and empty holes in the girders may suggest it was built from salvaged and reused girders.

Old Farm Lane Bridge
HSR

Old Farm Lane Over Still River in Rural: Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Double-Truss, Single-Story Bailey Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is an example of a genuine military design Bailey truss bridge.

Grey Highlands Private Farm Lane Bailey Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Upper Saugeen River Tributary in Grey Highlands: Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Single-Truss, Single-Story Bailey Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is an example of a genuine military design Bailey truss bridge.

Big Creek Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Michigan Central Railway, Canada Southern Branch) Over Big Creek in Rural: Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: John Esson and J. D. Hawks

This 1880s stone arch bridge is all but hidden by massive concrete box culverts that were added to widen the bridge.

Heathcote Bridge
HSR

CR-13 (Beaver Valley Road) Over Beaver River in Grey Highlands (Heathcote): Grey County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This concrete rigid-frame bridge is unaltered and noted for its span lengths.

Kipling Avenue Railway Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Go (Lakeshore West Line), Via Rail, and Canadian National, Etobicoke Yard Spur) Over Kipling Avenue in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Roadway: 185 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This railway overpass is noted for its attractive detailing.

Amable du Rond River Railway Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National) Over Amable du Rond River in Rural: Nipissing District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This high level deck plate girder bridge is in a very remote location.

Highway 592 Little East River Bridge 1
HSR

Highway 592 Over Little East River in Perry (Novar): Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is one of several examples of a 1910s-1920s small scale concrete slab bridge in Ontario on this road.

Highway 592 Little East River Bridge 2
HSR

Highway 592 Over Little East River in Perry (Novar): Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is one of several examples of a 1910s-1920s small scale concrete slab bridge in Ontario on this road.

Highway 592 Little East River Bridge 3
HSR

Highway 592 Over Little East River in Perry (Novar): Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is one of several examples of a 1910s-1920s small scale concrete slab bridge in Ontario on this road.

Highway 592 Little East River Bridge 4
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Highway 592 Over Little East River in Perry (Novar): Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is one of several examples of a 1910s-1920s small scale concrete slab bridge in Ontario on this road.

Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Perry Lake Tributary in Kearney: Parry Sound District, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is an example of a 1910s-1920s small scale concrete slab bridge in Ontario on this road.

PA-120 Bridge
HSR

PA-120 (Allegany Avenue) Over Sinnemahoning Portage Creek in Emporium: Cameron County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 116 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Welch Construction Company and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This bridge is an increasingly rare example of a state standard pony truss that has been rehabilitated rather than demolished.

PA-120 Bridge
HSR

PA-120 (4th Street) Over Driftwood Branch Sinnemahoning Creek in Emporium: Cameron County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 138 ft. Main Span: 136 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Central Pennsylvania Construction Company and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This bridge is a rare surviving example of an earlier state standard through truss bridge in Pennsylvania.

Emporium Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (West Creek Recreational Rail-Trail) Over Driftwood Branch Sinnemahoning Creek in Emporium: Cameron County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 290 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This excellent representative example of a railroad plate girder has been preserved as part of a rail-trail.

Stoney Brook Road Bridge
HSR

Stoney Brook Road (Private Driveway) Over Sinnemahoning Portage Creek in Rural: Cameron County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This classic Wrought Iron Bridge Company pony truss serves a private driveway.

Sinnemahoning Portage Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Sinnemahoning Portage Creek in Rural: Cameron County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a rare rivet-connected bowstring pony truss bridge, serving a driveway.

Kinzua Bridge
Kinzua Viaduct
HSR

Railroad (Rail-Trail, Former Erie Railroad) Over Kinzua Creek in Rural: McKean County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,053 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 21

Built 1900 By: Elmira Bridge Company of Elmira, New York

Although the center-section of this otherwise preserved monumental high level railroad bridge was destroyed in a 2003 tornado, the bridge remains a major regional attraction.

Hosey Dam
Maumee River Dam Bridge
HSR

Dam Access Over Maumee River in Fort Wayne: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 241 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1925 By: L. E. Smith Construction Company and Asa Waters Grosvenor of Fort Wayne, Indiana and Charles Brossman

This is one of two dams in Fort Wayne noted for their integral historic bridges used to provide maintenance access to the dam.

St. Joe Dam Bridge
HSR

Dam Access Over St. Joseph River in Fort Wayne: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 215 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1932 By: Charles R. Wermuth and Son of Fort Wayne, Indiana and Hoad, Decker, and Drewry of Ann Arbor, Michigan

This is one of two dams in Fort Wayne noted for their integral historic bridges used to provide maintenance access to the dam.

CR-500 West Bridge
Wells County Bridge 112
HSR

CR-500 West Over Eightmile Creek in Rural: Wells County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

Although it lacks paint, this is otherwise an unaltered Warren pony truss in decent condition.

South County Line Road Bridge
Allen County Bridge 236
HSR

South County Line Road Over Rebecca Knight Drain in Rural: Allen County, Indiana and Wells County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

Hidden on a dead-end road cut off by I-69 and today only serving a single house, this bridge has been preserved.

Westview Drive Sidewalk Bridge
Canary Ditch Bridge
HSR

Westview Drive Sidewalk Over Canary Ditch in Franklin: Johnson County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 18.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown and Indiana State Highway Commission

This state standard pony truss was relocated and preserved for pedestrian use on a sidewalk.

Friends Creek Road Bridge
Martin County Bridge 67
HSR

Friends Creek Road (CR-33) Over Friends Creek in Rural: Martin County, Indiana, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1897 By: Brackett Bridge Company of Cincinnati, Ohio

This is a rare example of a bedstead truss and also a rare example of a bridge by Brackett Bridge Company.

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Brickyard Road Bridge
HSR

Brickyard Road (Queen Street) Over Boggs Creek in Rural: Martin County, Indiana, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

Despite being one of the most unique bridges in the area, this historic bridge is likely headed for the dumpster.

Hart Road Bridge
Martin County Bridge 59
HSR

Hart Road (CR-450 West) Over Boggs Creek in Rural: Martin County, Indiana, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 111 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio

This bridge with its two unequal spans is a rare example of a multi-span pin-connected pony truss bridge.

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Elk Creek Road Bridge
Washington County Bridge 46
HSR

Elk Creek Road Over Elk Creek in Rural: Washington County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: John Drager

This fairly old concrete arch bridge with a distinct hump to its deck remains in good condition with no alterations.

Old US-51 Ramsey Creek Bridge
HSR

US-51 (CR-875 East) (Abandoned Alignment) Over Ramsey Creek in Rural: Fayette County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 300 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This through truss bridge, bypassed and abandoned in 1954, is also noted for its approach spans with unusual brick railing.

Millersburg Road Bridge
HSR

Millersburg Road Over Railroad (CSX) in Rural: Bond County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 141 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1943 By: Unknown

This is an attractive curved t-beam with ornamental railings.

TR-53A Bridge
HSR

TR-53A Over Flat Branch in Rural: Coles County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

Although it is abandoned and missing a deck, this bridge is otherwise unaltered and a locally notable example of its kind.

2300th Road Bridge
HSR

2300th Road (TR-5) Over North Fork Embarrass River in Rural: Clark County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This is an example of a standard plan concrete through girder in Illinois.

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Albers Lane Bridge
HSR

Albers Lane Over Rocky Branch Creek in Rural: Madison County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is an example of a standard plan concrete through girder in Illinois.

Hillsboro Road Bridge
HSR

Hillsboro Road Over Silver Creek Tributary in Rural: Madison County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an example of a standard plan concrete through girder in Illinois.

Broadway Street Bridge
Humboldt Bridge
HSR

Broadway Street Over Flat Branch in Humboldt: Coles County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 41 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1923 By: Unknown and Illinois Division of Highways

This uncommon multi-span concrete girder bridge is located on former US-45 alignment.

Old US-51 Hoffman Creek Bridge
HSR

US-51 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Hoffman Creek in Rural: Fayette County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 21.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown and Illinois Division of Highways

This bypassed and abandoned concrete girder bridge is complimented by historic concrete roadway approaching the bridge.

Ratts Bridge
HSR

CR-150 North Over North Fork Embarrass River in Rural: Edgar County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Zimmerly Bridge Company

This is an example of a standard plan concrete through girder in Illinois.

State Street Bridge
Schuster Road Bridge
HSR

State Street (Schuster Road) Over Shoal Creek Tributary in Rural: Bond County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown and Illinois Division of Highways

This is an example of a standard plan concrete through girder in Illinois.

Humboldt Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Flat Branch in Humboldt: Coles County, Illinois, United States

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This stone arch has been altered and widened and as such is difficult to see these days.

US-45 Flat Branch Bridge
HSR

US-45 Over Flat Branch in Humboldt: Coles County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1954 By: Unknown

This is a representative example of a curved t-beam bridge in Illinois.

Joe Page Bridge
Hardin Bridge
HSR

IL-100 and IL-16 Over Illinois River in Hardin: Calhoun County, Illinois and Greene County, Illinois, United States

Metal 15 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,150 ft. Main Span: 311 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Illinois Steel Bridge Company of Jacksonville, Illinois and Illinois Division of Highways

This is a rapidly increasing example of a historic bridge over the Illinois River, and is noted for its lift span as well as its seven fixed through truss spans.

6th Street Bridge
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6th Street Over Town Branch Cassell Creek in Charleston: Coles County, Illinois, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Alexander Briggs of Charleston, Illinois

This is one of three tiny stone arch bridges over this creek in this city, all examples of a bridge type that is rare in Illinois.

7th Street Bridge
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7th Street Over Town Branch Cassell Creek in Charleston: Coles County, Illinois, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 19 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Alexander Briggs of Charleston, Illinois

This is one of three tiny stone arch bridges over this creek in this city, all examples of a bridge type that is rare in Illinois.

10th Street Bridge
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10th Street Over Town Branch Cassell Creek in Charleston: Coles County, Illinois, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 24.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Alexander Briggs of Charleston, Illinois

This is one of three tiny stone arch bridges over this creek in this city, all examples of a bridge type that is rare in Illinois.

Genczo Overhead Road Bridge
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Genczo Overhead Road (TR-288) Over Railroad (Union Pacific) in Rural: Madison County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Continuous Slab, Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

This appears to be a very old example of a concrete highway over railroad bridge.

Cairo US-51 Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over US-51 (Ohio River Scenic Byway) in Cairo: Alexander County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This traditional railroad plate girder overpass is noted as a bridge built by American Bridge Company only a couple years after its formation.

Mistango River Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National) Over Mistango River in Rural: Cochrane District, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,214 ft. Main Span: 70 ft.

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This high level plate girder is hidden away in a pristine, remote area.

Jacksonboro Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Mattagami River in Jacksonboro: Cochrane District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 525 ft. Main Span: 260 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This railway truss bridge is located a bit south of Smooth Rock Falls, and remains in good condition today.

Sideroad 8 East Four Mile Creek Bridge
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Sideroad 8 East Over Four Mile Creek Bridge in Rural: Wellington County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge appears to be a steel stringer bridge that reused lattice railing from another bridge.

TC-17 Roney Creek Bridge
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TC-17 Over Roney Creek in Rural: Renfrew County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is an example of a 1910s-1920s small scale concrete slab bridge in Ontario.

CR-838 Bridge
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CR-838 Over Saline Creek Tributary in Rural: Perry County, Missouri, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 17.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a lightweight form of Double-Warren truss bridge that was a lightweight, low-cost alternative to more traditional truss bridge designs.

Saline Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (BNSF) Over Saline Creek in Rural: Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 272 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a classic Pratt through truss railroad bridge.

2nd Street Bridge
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2nd Street Over St. Laurent Creek in St. Mary: Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Stupp Brothers Bridge and Iron Company of St. Louis, Missouri

This pony truss bridge was built by notable Missouri bridge builder.

Lithium Bridge
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CR-921 Over Falls Branch in Rural: Perry County, Missouri, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Despite some crude repairs, this is an otherwise good representative example of a pin-connected pony truss bridge.

George B. Stevenson Dam Bridge 2
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Dam Access Over First Fork Sinnemahoning Creek in Rural: Cameron County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Nello L. Teer Company of Durham, North Carolina and Gannett Fleming Corddry and Carpenter of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

This is one of two historic bridges that are an original part of this dam.

George B. Stevenson Dam Bridge 1
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Dam Access Over First Fork Sinnemahoning Creek in Rural: Cameron County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 268 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1956 By: Nello L. Teer Company of Durham, North Carolina and Gannett Fleming Corddry and Carpenter of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

This is one of two historic bridges that are an original part of this dam.

Ridgway Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Buffalo and Pittsburgh) Over Clarion River in Ridgway: Elk County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 189 ft. Main Span: 185 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works)

This is an outstanding representative example of a classic pin-connected railroad Parker truss.

Sacket Hollow Road Bridge
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Sacket Hollow Road (TR-373) (Brewer Run Road) Over Potato Creek in Rural: McKean County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This bridge is a classic Pratt pony truss with the unique pin caps used by the Groton Bridge Company.

Flemington Bridge
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PA-150 (Hogan Boulevard) Over Bald Eagle Creek in Flemington: Clinton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 205 ft. Main Span: 203 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This state standard through truss bridge continues to carry traffic on a busy two lane highway.

Beech Creek Bridge
Beech Creek Veterans Memorial Bridge
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PA-150 (Eagle Valley Road, Main Street) Over Beech Creek in Beech Creek: Clinton County, Pennsylvania and Centre County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 149 ft. Main Span: 144 ft. Roadway: 33.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This state standard through truss bridge continues to carry traffic on a busy two lane highway.

M-89 Gull Creek Bridge
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M-89 Over Gull Creek in Yorkville: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1949 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This trunkline stringer bridge features R4 railings and piers with keyhole designs on them that match the railing posts.

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Fauquier Bridge
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KH-11 (Trans-Canada Highway) Over Groundhog River in Fauquier: Cochrane District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 590 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: Unknown

One of the rarest and most significant bridges in Ontario, even more rare in the context of northern Ontario, yet this bridge was demolished even though it was not in the way of its replacement.

Fauquier Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Groundhog River in Fauquier: Cochrane District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 505 ft. Main Span: 250 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional railroad Parker through truss bridge.

Abitibi River Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Canadian National) Over Abitibi River in Rural: Cochrane District, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 820 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned high level deck truss is hidden away in a remote and very scenic area.

Irvine Street Footbridge
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Irvine Street Over Railroad (CSX) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an abandoned riveted pedestrian overpass truss bridge, with the approach at Irvine Street having been removed.

Melanchton Street Footbridge
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Melanchton Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Railroad (CSX) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 362 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is an unusual riveted pedestrian footbridge truss of considerable size.

Nickler Road Bridge
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Nickler Road (TR-330) Over Salt Run in Shippen Township: Cameron County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This representative example of a small-scale t-beam bridge has been bypassed and abandoned.

Weaver Road Bridge
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Weaver Road (PA-3003) Over Redbank Creek in Rural: Jefferson County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 93 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1938 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is an excellent example of a highway plate girder bridge that stands out for its lack of alteration.

Parolori Road Bridge
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Parolori Road (TR-521) Over Little Toby Creek in Rural: Elk County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 49 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Farris Engineering (Bridge) Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is an unaltered example of a small scale concrete arch bridge.

CR-212 Bridge
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CR-212 Over Bois Brule Creek in Rural: Perry County, Missouri, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This pony truss is located in an area that floods, although the bridge itself was above the floodwaters during a field visit.

Old Stable Bridge
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Theatre Drive Over River des Peres Lagoon in St. Louis: St. Louis City, Missouri, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 38.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its ornate design, and arch-like appearance, and was designed as a landmark for the park setting it is located in.

Driftwood Branch Sinnemahoning Creek Railroad Bridge
PRR - Buffalo Line Bridge 126.20
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Railroad (Western New York and Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Driftwood Branch Sinnemahoning Creek in Rural: Cameron County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 280 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several railroad truss bridges along this particular railroad line.

Driftwood Branch Sinnemahoning Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Western New York and Pennsylvania Railroad) Over Driftwood Branch Sinnemahoning Creek in Rural: Cameron County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 295 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several railroad truss bridges along this particular railroad line.

Sinnemahoning Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Sinnemahoning Creek and Railroad Street in Sinnemahoning: Cameron County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 441 ft. Main Span: 147 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several railroad truss bridges along this particular railroad line.

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Renovo Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Railroad (Pennsylvania Railroad) in Renovo: Clinton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

These couple salvaged and exhibited panels are all that remains of a demolished historic truss footbridge.

Johnsonburg Railroad Viaduct
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Railroad (Buffalo and Pittsburgh Railroad) Over West Branch Clarion River, Center Street, and Railroad in Johnsonburg: Elk County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 690 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This small viaduct style bridge crosses a variety of features using a variety of span types.

Poor Farm Bridge
Orchard Trail Bridge
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Poor Farm Road Over Marvin Creek in Near Smethport: McKean County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 48 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This classic riveted pony truss has been left in place for pedestrian use with low-cost repairs enabling this.

Salem IN-56 Bridge
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IN-56 (Hackberry Street) Over Brock Creek in Salem: Washington County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1933 By: Unknown and Indiana State Highway Commission

This is a representative example of a state standard concrete arch bridge in Indiana.

Columbus People Trail Bridge
Fisher's Fork Brush Creek Bridge, Mill Race Park Bridge
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Columbus People Trail Over Flatrock River Tributary in Columbus: Bartholomew County, Indiana, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 39 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1908 By: Central States Bridge Company of Indianapolis, Indiana

Relocated and preserved on a trail, this tiny pony truss has an unusual design in the context of Indiana.

Grand Tower Pipeline Bridge
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Pipeline Over Mississippi River in Grand Tower and Wittenberg: Jackson County, Illinois and Perry County, Missouri, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 3,690 ft. Main Span: 2,162 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Matthews and Kenan of San Antonio, Texas

This unusual riveted pipeline suspension bridge is one of several similar such bridges in the country.

Cairo Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Mississippi River in Cairo: Alexander County, Illinois, and Ballard County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 7,874 ft. Main Span: 524 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1952 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Modjeski and Masters

This is a very long although relatively late example of a riveted through truss railroad bridge.

Belden Bridge
Wabash County Bridge 41
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CR-100N Over Wabash River in Rural: Wabash County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 415 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: National Concrete Company of Indianapolis, Indiana and Daniel Luten

Once an absolutely outstanding example of a rural Luten arch bridge, replacement of the railings with Armco made this bridge look like a modern bridge to drivers.

Historic National Road Clear Creek Bridge
Vigo County Bridge 252
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Old US-40 (Historic National Road) Over Clear Creek in Rural: Vigo County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1922 By: Unknown and Indiana State Highway Commission

This overgrown bridge is an example of a state standard concrete arch bridge located on historical National Road alignment.

M-43 Brandywine Creek Bridge
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M-43 Over Brandywine Creek in Rural: Van Buren County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1948 By: Carl Goodwin and Sons of Allegan, Michigan (Possible Builder) and Michigan State Highway Department

This standard stringer with R4 railings is noted for its steel bents, which are less common than concrete piers in Michigan.

40th Street Bridge
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40th Street Over Little Portage Creek in Rural: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted as a rare surviving example of a bridge with a jack arch deck.

Fieldcrest Drive Bridge
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Fieldcrest Drive Over Huron River in Green Oak Township: Livingston County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1961 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is an unaltered example of a pre-stressed concrete bridge with R4 railing.

Seitz Drive Bridge
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Seitz Drive Over Luick Creek in Rural: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 44 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1961 By: Holloway Construction Company of Livonia and Wixom, Michigan and Jramn Associates and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a late example of a simple concrete t-beam bridge.

Landingville Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Reading Blue Mountain and Northern) Over Schuylkill River in Landingville: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This is a low level multi-span stone arch bridge.

Canal Street Bridge
Tunnel Road Bridge
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Canal Street (Tunnel Road, TR-837) Over Schuylkill River in Landingville: Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 142 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is an unusual highway plate girder bridge.

John Bartram Rail-Trail Bridge
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Railroad (John Bartram Rail-Trail, Schuylkill River Rail-Trail) Over Railroad (Reading Blue Mountain and Northern) in West Hamburg: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 225 ft. Main Span: 192 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This through truss bridge offers an attractive landmark along this rail-trail.

Willow Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Willow Creek in Ontelaunee Township: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a small two span concrete arch bridge with extensive fill on top.

Swamp Road Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Swamp Road in Near Hamburg: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This stone arch overpass has a handsome cut stone arch fascia ring, with the remaining stones of the arch being less cleanly cut.

St. Marys Footbridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over St. Marys River in St. Marys: Auglaize County, Ohio, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a lightweight riveted pedestrian footbridge.

Muddy Creek Bridge
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Private Drive Over Muddy Creek in Rural: Auglaize County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Although bypassed by a modern bridge, the owners of this private bridge have left this historic pony truss standing.

Spencerville North Footbridge
3rd Street Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway (3rd Street) Over Miami and Erie Canal in Spencerville: Allen County, Ohio, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is one of two simple footbridges pieced together from other parts, particularly the ornate lattice railings possibly of a former highway bridge.

Spencerville South Footbridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Miami and Erie Canal in Spencerville: Allen County, Ohio, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This is one of two simple footbridges pieced together from other parts, particularly the ornate lattice railings possibly of a former highway bridge.

Elmwood Cemetery Bridge 1
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Cemetery Drive Over Bloody Run (Parent's Creek) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of three tiny, but highly ornate, arch bridges located in this cemetery.

Elmwood Cemetery Bridge 2
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Cemetery Drive Over Bloody Run (Parent's Creek) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of three tiny, but highly ornate, arch bridges located in this cemetery.

Elmwood Cemetery Bridge 3
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Cemetery Drive Over Bloody Run (Parent's Creek) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of three tiny, but highly ornate, arch bridges located in this cemetery.

Port Perry Union Railroad Bridge
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Union Railroad Over Monongahela River, Turtle Creek, and Various Railroads in Duquesne, North Versailles, and North Braddock: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,085 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Unknown

Featuring a wide variety of span types including those found on its long approaches, this unique bridge is difficult to access without a boat.

Port Perry Norfolk Southern Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Monongahela River and Various Railroads in Duquesne and North Versailles: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,731 ft. Main Span: 410 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is one of two impressive railroad truss bridges that are located in this area that is very difficult to access without a boat.

Birmingham Bridge
Brady Street Bridge
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PA-2085 Over Monongahela River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,662 ft. Main Span: 620 ft. Roadway: 93.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1976 By: Unknown

This is one of two non-historic bridges crossing the big three rivers in downtown Pittsburgh and is only included here for continuity of people wishing to tour the famous downtown Pittsburgh bridges.

Veterans Bridge
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I-579 Over Allegheny River in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous Deck Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,050 ft. Main Span: 440 ft. Roadway: 139 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1986 By: Unknown

The ugliest bridge over a river in downtown Pittsburgh, this bridge is only included here for continuity of people wishing to tour the famous downtown Pittsburgh bridges.

Rocky River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Rocky River in Rocky River: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 695 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This classic railroad deck truss crosses the river in what is today a residential area.

Detroit Avenue Bridge (Approach Spans)
Bridge Building
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Detroit Avenue (Abandoned Alignment Converted To Building Footprint) Over Rocky River in Rocky River: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 708 ft. Main Span: 280 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Schillinger Brothers Company of Columbus, Ohio and Wilbur J. Watson and Associates of Cleveland, Ohio and Alfred M. Felgate

Although the record-breaking main span of this arch bridge was demolished many years ago, the approach spans at the west end of the bridge were reused as building foundations.

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Cobban Bridge
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CR-TT Over Chippewa River in Rural: Chippewa County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 12 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 487 ft. Main Span: 241 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1908 By: Modern Steel Structural Company of Waukesha, Wisconsin

Rare in any state, this truly unique bridge in Wisconsin's small surviving population of historic highway bridges was nevertheless sentenced to the dumpster.

Spring Street Bridge
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Spring Street Over Duncan Creek in Chippewa Falls: Chippewa County, Wisconsin, United States

Concrete Marsh (Standard) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Iowa Bridge Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This bridge is the only surviving Marsh arch bridge in Wisconsin, and thankfully it appears to be in a state of preservation.

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Central Street Bridge
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Central Street Over Duncan Creek in Chippewa Falls: Chippewa County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Clinton Bridge and Iron Works of Clinton, Iowa and A. F. Wagner of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Wisconsin State Highway Commission

This attractive and fairly wide riveted truss bridge is noted for its railings with posts that hint at Art Deco design.

Tivoli Island Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Rock River (West Channel) in Watertown: Jefferson County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 6 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1877 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This is one of the only surviving bowstring bridges in Wisconsin and given the age and rarity of the bridge type is one of the most significant highway bridges in Wisconsin.

Manitowoc Rapids Bridge
Mill Road Bridge, Green Bay Road Bridge
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Mill Road (Green Bay Road) Over Manitowoc River in Manitowoc: Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 151 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This lightweight Pratt truss with laced endposts has been bypassed and left in place for pedestrian use.

Fountain Island Bridge
Lakeside Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Exhibit in Fond du Lac: Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Multiple-Type-Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Roadway: 10.9 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1870 By: Milwaukee Bridge and Iron Works of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

The trusses of the only known Milwaukee Bridge and Iron bowstring were placed on display after the bridge was for unclear reasons replaced with a new pedestrian bridge.

Lyndon Bridge
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6th Avenue (Lyndon Road) Over Rock River in Lyndon: Whiteside County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 700 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1894 By: Keefer and Wyncoop and R. S. Riser

In a state that preserves very few historic bridges, this rare bridge's community came together to support and preserve one of the largest pin-connected truss bridges in the state.

Upper Paris Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 223020
HSR

Sutton Road Over Wapsipinicon River in Paris: Linn County, Iowa, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 208 ft. Main Span: 158 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is a spectacular and early example of a Wrought Iron Bridge Company Whipple truss bridge, a design they preferred for long spans.

Chain Lakes Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Former Chain Bridge Road) Over Cedar River in Palo: Linn County, Iowa, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 370 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1884 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This stunning two span through truss bridge is today preserved for pedestrian use and is the iconic centerpiece of a park.

Matsell Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 222050
HSR

Matsell Park Road Over Wapsipinicon River in Rural: Linn County, Iowa, United States

Metal Continuous Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 303 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Amos Melberg Company of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and Illinois Steel Bridge Company of Jacksonville, Illinois and Iowa State Highway Commission and E. W. Blumenschein

This is an unaltered example of an unusual continuous girder that Iowa sometimes built on its roads.

Bridge Road Bridge
HSR

Bridge Road (TR-967) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Kline Road Bridge
HSR

Kline Road (TR-748) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Wollups Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Wollups Hill Road (TR-670) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Swamp Bridge Road Bridge
HSR

Swamp Bridge Road (TR-824) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

North King Street Bridge
HSR

North King Street (PA-1047) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Schoeneck: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Sandy Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Sandy Hill Road (TR-652) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

West Girl Scout Road Bridge
HSR

West Girl Scout Road (TR-646) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Forest Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Forest Hill Road (PA-1052) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Kleinfeltersville Road Bridge
HSR

Kleinfeltersville Road (PA-1035) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Sun Valley Road Bridge
HSR

Sun Valley Road (PA-1043) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Seglock Road Bridge
HSR

Seglock Road (TR-596) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Furnace Hills Pike Bridge
HSR

Furnace Hills Pike (PA-501) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Bellaire Road Bridge
HSR

Bellaire Road (PA-2009) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

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North Union Street Bridge
HSR

North Union Street (PA-441) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Middletown: Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 30.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Lisburn Road Bridge
HSR

Lisburn Road (PA-2017) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Lower Allen Township: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

South Market Street Bridge
HSR

South Market Street (PA-114) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Mechanicsburg: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

South York Street Bridge
HSR

South York Street (PA-2013) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Mechanicsburg: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Williams Grove Road Bridge
HSR

Williams Grove Road (PA-2011) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Mechanicsburg: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Biddle Road Bridge
HSR

Biddle Road (TR-571) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Appalachian Drive Bridge
HSR

Appalachian Drive (TR-573) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

South Middlesex Road Bridge
HSR

South Middlesex Road Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Carlisle: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Ritchey Road Bridge East
HSR

Ritchey Road (PA-1006) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Bedford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Ritchey Road Bridge West
HSR

Ritchey Road (PA-1006) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Bedford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

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Country Ridge Road Bridge
HSR

Country Ridge Road (TR-494) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Bedford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 89 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Diehl Road Bridge
HSR

Diehl Road (TR-453) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Bedford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

South Chestnut Street Bridge
HSR

South Chestnut Street (Manor Road, PA-82) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Elverson: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 32.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Twin Valley Road Bridge
HSR

Twin Valley Road (TR-382) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Cherry Lane Bridge
Morgantown Road Bridge
HSR

Cherry Lane (Morgantown Road, PA-10) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Morgantown: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 39 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Edwards Drive Bridge
HSR

Edwards Drive Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 89 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

North Reading Road Bridge
HSR

North Reading Road (PA-272) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Denver: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 86 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 63.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

East Main Street Bridge
HSR

East Main Street (PA-23) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Morgantown: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 157 ft. Main Span: 153 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Briar Valley Road Bridge
HSR

Briar Valley Road (TR-478) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Bedford: Bedford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Davis Lane Bridge
HSR

Davis Lane (TR-423) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Fulton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 107 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Great Cove Road Bridge
HSR

Great Cove Road (US-522) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Fulton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 118 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Fort Littleton Interchange Bridge
HSR

Fort Littleton Interchange Ramps (Great Cove Road / US-522 Access) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Fulton County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

West Trindle Road Bridge
HSR

West Trindle Road (PA-641) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Mechanicsburg: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Panorama Drive Bridge
HSR

Panorama Drive (TR-959) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 94 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Dry Tavern Road Bridge
HSR

Dry Tavern Road (PA-897) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

South Muddy Creek Road Bridge
HSR

South Muddy Creek Road (PA-1059) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Denver: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Pepperidge Farm Drive Bridge
HSR

Pepperidge Farm Drive Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Denver: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

5th Street Bridge
HSR

5th Street Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Denver: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 89 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

6th Street Bridge
HSR

6th Street (PA-1045) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Denver: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 34.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

US-322 Bridge
HSR

US-322 Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 153 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Old Hershey Road Bridge
HSR

Old Hershey Road (TR-602) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Colebrook Road Bridge
HSR

Colebrook Road (PA-341) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 144 ft. Main Span: 139 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Roundtop Road Bridge
HSR

Roundtop Road (PA-2005) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Sheepford Road Bridge
HSR

Sheepford Road (TR-646) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Lower Allen Township: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 89 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Rossmoyne Road Bridge
HSR

Rossmoyne Road Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Lower Allen Township: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Eppley Road Bridge
HSR

Eppley Road (TR-568) Over I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike) in Rural: Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 81 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is an example of an original overpass on this section of the historic Pennsylvania turnpike.

Seven Lakes Drive Bridge
HSR

Seven Lakes Drive Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Rural: Orange County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 43 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1952 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Anthony Wayne Drive Bridge
HSR

Anthony Wayne Drive Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Rural: Orange County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 139 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Lake Welch Parkway Bridge
HSR

Lake Welch Parkway Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) (Southbound) in Rural: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1951 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Gate Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Gate Hill Road (CR-106) Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Stony Point: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 139 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1951 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

NY-45 Bridge
HSR

NY-45 Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Ramapo: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1955 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Clarkstown Road Bridge
HSR

Clarkstown Road (CR-35A) Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Clarkstown: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 280 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Middletown Road Bridge
HSR

Middletown Road (Little Tor Road) Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Clarkstown: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 36.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Ludvigh Road Bridge
HSR

Ludvigh Road Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Clarkstown: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Continuous Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

NY-304 Bridge
HSR

NY-304 Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Clarkstown: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 139 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 81 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1955 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

NY-59 Bridge
HSR

NY-59 Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Clarkstown: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 79.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1955 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Palisades Interstate Parkway Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Erie Railroad) Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Pearl River: Rockland County, New York, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 116 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Sickletown Road Bridge
HSR

Sickletown Road Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Orangetown: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 148 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Van Wyck Road Bridge
HSR

Van Wyck Road Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Orangetown: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 215 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Orangeburg Road Bridge
HSR

Orangeburg Road Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Orangetown: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 78 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

NY-303 Bridge
HSR

NY-303 Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Orangetown: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 164 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1958 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Kings Highway Bridge
HSR

Kings Highway Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Orangetown: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 290 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Roadway: 34.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1954 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Washington Street Bridge
HSR

Washington Street Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Orangetown: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1954 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

NY-340 Bridge
HSR

NY-340 Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Orangetown: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 319 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 34.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1954 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Oak Tree Road Bridge
HSR

Oak Tree Road Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NY-987C) in Orangetown: Rockland County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 32.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1954 By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Forest View Trail Bridge
HSR

Forest View Trail Over Palisades Interstate Parkway (NJ-445) in Alpine: Bergen County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Continuous Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 162 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 9 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is an example of a historic overpass bridge on this section of the Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Red Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 222760
HSR

Red Bridge Road Over Buffalo Creek in Rural: Linn County, Iowa, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 98 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a short through truss that remains in good condition and open to traffic as of 2021.

Burlingham Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 221950
HSR

Burlingham Road Over Buffalo Creek in Rural: Linn County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By:

This truss bridge with built-up fishbelly floorbeams remains in good condition but is threatened by a deteriorating abutment.

Durow Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 223450
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Durow Road Over Blue Creek in Rural: Linn County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This standard plan through truss in Iowa stands out for its outstanding condition which even includes paint, something not always found on truss bridges in other Iowa counties.

Galena Street Bridge
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Galena Street Over Carroll Creek in Mount Carroll: Carroll County, Illinois, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 97 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Bypassed and preserved for pedestrian use, this outstanding example of an urban-built Wrought Iron Bridge Company truss bridge is one of the only truss bridges preserved in Illinois outside of Chicago.

Van Buren Avenue Bridge
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Van Buren Avenue Over Pecatonica in Freeport: Stephenson County, Illinois, United States

Metal 13 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 204 ft. Main Span: 198 ft. Roadway: 17.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This classic Wrought Iron Bridge Company Whipple truss was left standing for pedestrian use and is noted for its surviving ornamentation.

US-67 Rock River North Channel Bridge
Vandruff Island Bridge North
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US-67 Over Rock River (North Channel) in Rock Island and Milan: Rock Island County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 706 ft. Main Span: 270 ft. Roadway: 52.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: Unknown

This is one of two steel arch bridges on this section of road, and they are unusual for their use of steel through arches for relatively small spans.

Vandruff Island Railroad Bridge North
Rock River North Channel Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Iowa Interstate Railroad) Over Rock River (North Channel) in Rock Island and Milan: Rock Island County, Illinois, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 470 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

This is one of two lattice railroad through truss bridges, of the older style used by Chicago NorthWestern, found on this section of railroad line.

Vandruff Island Railroad Bridge South
Rock River South Channel Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Iowa Interstate Railroad) Over Rock River (South Channel) in Milan: Rock Island County, Illinois, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 417 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

This is one of two lattice railroad through truss bridges, of the older style used by Chicago NorthWestern, found on this section of railroad line.

US-67 Rock River South Channel Bridge
Vandruff Island Bridge South
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US-67 Over Rock River (South Channel) and Hennepin Canal in Milan: Rock Island County, Illinois, United States

Metal 12 Panel Tied Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 703 ft. Main Span: 302 ft. Roadway: 52.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1948 By: Unknown

This is one of two steel arch bridges on this section of road, and they are unusual for their use of steel through arches for relatively small spans.

Jim Falls Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Road Over Chippewa River in Jim Falls: Chippewa County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 260 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned state standard through truss bridge is situated in a stunningly beautiful setting.

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Lone Rock Bridge South
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WI-130 and WI-133 Over Wisconsin River (South Channel) in Near Lone Rock: Iowa County, Wisconsin and Richland County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 638 ft. Main Span: 212 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1942 By: Unknown and Wisconsin State Highway Commission

This unique section of road with three distinctly different truss bridges carrying this road over sections of the Wisconsin River is going to be totally reduced to slabs of concrete.

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Lone Rock Bridge Middle
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WI-130 and WI-133 Over Wisconsin River (North Channel) in Near Lone Rock: Richland County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 554 ft. Main Span: 138 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1932 By: Clinton Bridge and Iron Works of Clinton, Iowa and Wisconsin State Highway Commission

This unique section of road with three distinctly different truss bridges carrying this road over sections of the Wisconsin River is going to be totally reduced to slabs of concrete.

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Lone Rock Bridge North
HSR

WI-130 and WI-133 Over Long Lake (Wisconsin River) in Near Lone Rock: Richland County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown and Wisconsin State Highway Commission

This unique section of road with three distinctly different truss bridges carrying this road over sections of the Wisconsin River is going to be totally reduced to slabs of concrete.

Holcombe Bridge
HSR

CR-M Over Chippewa River in Holcombe: Chippewa County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Continuous 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 798 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This is a highly unusual pony truss composed of two continuous truss units of three spans each.

Barker-Stewart Island Railroad Bridge South
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Wisconsin River (East Channel) in Wausau: Marathon County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is the smallest of several historic railroad bridges in this area.

Woodson Park Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Wisconsin River in Wausau: Marathon County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 332 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1883 By: Unknown

This skewed lattice truss is one of the two most significant of several historic railroad bridges in this area.

Big Bull Falls East Channel Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Wisconsin River (East Channel) in Wausau: Marathon County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is the simplest of a number of historic railroad bridges in this area.

Big Bull Falls West Channel Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Wisconsin River (West Channel) in Wausau: Marathon County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 245 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1921 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This bridge has large through plate girder spans of traditional design, and it is one of several historic railroad bridges in this area.

Barker-Stewart Island Railroad Bridge East
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Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Wisconsin River (East Channel) in Wausau: Marathon County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 312 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Unknown

One of several historic railroad bridges in this area, this bridge has been converted for pedestrian use.

Slough Bridge East
HSR

US-51 and WI-52 (Eastbound) Over Wisconsin River in Wausau: Marathon County, Wisconsin, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 43 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1915 By: Wausau Iron Works of Wausau, Wisconsin and B. C. Gowen

This traditional historic concrete arch bridge sits in an area that is surrounded by historic iron and steel railroad bridges.

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Main Street Bridge
Cole Memorial Bridge
HSR

Main Street (WI-19) Over Rock River in Watertown: Jefferson County, Wisconsin, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 197 ft. Main Span: 106 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

True to WisDOT's standard approach to historic bridge preservation, this beautiful arch bridge, which is a landmark gateway into the historic downtown, is now targeted for demolition and replacement!

Schilling Road Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Schilling Road and Railroad (Wisconsin and Southern) in Rural: Columbia County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 176 ft. Main Span: 146 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This lattice through truss is an unexpected type of bridge to find in the middle of a farm.

Old WI-73 Bridge
HSR

Old WI-73 (River Road) Over Crawfish River in Rural: Columbia County, Wisconsin and Dodge County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 24 ft.

Built 1932 By: Unknown and Wisconsin State Highway Commission

As a relatively old state designed truss bridge, this attractive structure features extensive v-lacing, something not found on all state highway truss bridges in Wisconsin.

CR-G Bridge
HSR

CR-G Over Yellow River in Rural: Chippewa County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 142 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is an increasingly rare example of a standard through truss in Wisconsin.

CR-K Bridge
HSR

CR-K Over Yellow River in Rural: Chippewa County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1942 By: Unknown

This is an increasingly rare example of a standard through truss in Wisconsin. The bridge features rolled wide flange beams for many members.

Mayville Footbridge
Dayton-Lincoln Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway (Dayton Street and Lincoln Lane) Over Rock River in Mayville: Dodge County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 135 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an outstanding example of a riveted pedestrian footbridge through truss.

Dewey Street Bridge
HSR

Dewey Street Over Eau Claire River in Eau Claire: Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 217 ft. Main Span: 107 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This is a good, and uncommon, example of an open spandrel concrete arch bridge in Wisconsin.

Hennepin Canal Bridge 19
Hennepin Canal Lock 22 Bridge
HSR

CR-310 East (Abandoned Alignment) Over Hennepin Canal in Rural: Bureau County, Illinois, United States

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive)

Main Span: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Pittsburgh Steel Construction Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and United States Army Corps of Engineers and Major C.S Riche

This is one of three extremely unusual small scale and early examples of lift bridges found over this historic canal.

Dey Road Bridge
High Street Bridge
HSR

CR-42 (Dey Road) (High Street) Over Tiffin River in Defiance: Defiance County, Ohio, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 169 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Toledo-Massillon Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio

This is the last known surviving highway through truss in the county, and it has been bypassed and left in place for pedestrians.

Defiance Maumee River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Napoleon, Defiance and Western) Over Maumee River in Defiance: Defiance County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 690 ft. Main Span: 151 ft. Roadway: 17.3 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1893 By: Edge Moor Bridge Works of Wilmington, Delaware

This is an outstanding example of an 1890s railroad through truss bridge, noted for its pedimented portal bracing and skew.

Defiance Auglaize River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Auglaize River in Defiance: Defiance County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 420 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This massive membered deck truss bridge carries two sets of tracks on a busy railroad line.

Napoleon Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Detroit, Toledo and Ironton) Over Maumee River in Napoleon: Henry County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 620 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This railroad bridge has been essentially abandoned, although the deck carries a small pipeline now.

Crommer Park Bridge
Old Elm Street Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Clear Fork in Pioneer: Williams County, Ohio, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 14.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1898 By: Toledo Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio (Former Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio)

This relocated and preserved pony truss bridge is noted for its tiny size, lacing on the top chord and end posts, and as a locally rare surviving example of its type.

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Hanover Road Bridge
HSR

Hanover Road Over South Branch Kalamazoo River in Rural: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This large example of a style of bridge used in Michigan in the 1920s and 1930s for small-span crossings is noted for its lack of alteration and spalling, but it has been closed to traffic.

Rutledge Park Bridge
Tamarack Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Branch Mill Creek in Waldron: Hillsdale County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Relocated and preserved in a park setting, this is the last surviving metal truss bridge in Hillsdale County.

Townhall Road Bridge
Beaverton School Forest Recreation Area Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Unnamed Pond in Rural: Gladwin County, Michigan, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: H. Stewart and Michigan State Highway Department

Relocated and reused for pedestrians in a recreation area, this is one of the few preserved truss bridges in northern lower Michigan. One problem: They put the trusses up backwards!

Hemlock Road Bridge
HSR

Hemlock Road Over Weeks Drain in Rural: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: P. E. Mason Company of Sandusky, Michigan

This is a representative example of a mid 20th century steel stringer bridge in Michigan.

Mission Road Bridge
HSR

Mission Road Over Lewis Drain in Rural: Isabella County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 23 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This is an increasingly uncommon example of a small-scale bridge using a railing design unique to Michigan, and matching the architecture of other larger period bridges.

Tittabawassee Road Bridge
HSR

Tittabawassee Road Over Whitmore Drain in Rural: Midland County, Michigan and Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 32 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

This is an increasingly uncommon example of a small-scale bridge using a railing design unique to Michigan, and matching the architecture of other larger period bridges.

Salt River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Pere Marquette Rail-Trail) Over Salt River in Rural: Midland County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 78 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Unknown

This traditional railroad plate girder bridge has been converted for pedestrian use on a rail-trail.

Hartley-Lickley Road Bridge
HSR

Hartley Road and Lickley Road Over East Branch St. Joseph River in Rural: Hillsdale County, Michigan, United States

Arch, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: Gerrit Posthumus

One of the most unusual steel stringer bridges in Michigan, this bridge was built right over an intersection, and its also noted for its unaltered truss bridge style railings.

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Montgomery Road Bridge
HSR

Montgomery Road Over East Fork West Branch St. Joseph River in Rural: Hillsdale County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This small steel stringer is noted for its railings that resemble those used on state highway truss bridges.

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Territorial Road East Fork Bridge
HSR

Territorial Road Over East Fork West Branch St. Joseph River in Rural: Hillsdale County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is one of two steel stringers on this section of road using the concrete balustrade railing only used from 1926-1932 in Michigan.

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Territorial Road West Fork Bridge
HSR

Territorial Road Over West Fork West Branch St. Joseph River in Rural: Hillsdale County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is one of two steel stringers on this section of road using the concrete balustrade railing only used from 1926-1932 in Michigan.

Olde Oneida Street Bridge
Oneida Street Bridge
HSR

Olde Oneida Street Over Fox River Navigation Canal in Appleton: Outagamie County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 128 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: La Crosse Dredging Corporation of Chicago, Illinois and Fenner-Brey Engineering of Manitowoc, Wisconsin and Charles W. Yoder and Associates of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This is a small bascule bridge noted for its single leaf design, since most highway bascule bridges are double-leaf.

Lawe Street Bridge
HSR

Lawe Street Over Fox River Navigation Canal in Appleton: Outagamie County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule

Length: 77 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: McMullen and Pitz Construction Company of Manitowoc, Wisconsin and McMahon Engineering Company of Menasha, Wisconsin and M. B. Coifman of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This is a small bascule bridge noted for its single leaf design, since most highway bascule bridges are double-leaf.

Appleton Swing Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Fox River Navigation Canal in Appleton: Outagamie County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a classic railroad through truss swing bridge.

Red Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 61360
HSR

Fuel Hollow Road Over Yellow River in Rural: Allamakee County, Iowa, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 128 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Ainsworth L. Powell of Postville, Iowa and Worden-Allen Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Abandoned and deteriorating, this is an exceedingly rare example of a combination truss, using both timber and metal in its construction.

Vine Street Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 12570
HSR

Vine Street Over Otter Creek in West Union: Fayette County, Iowa, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: N.M. Stark and Company of Des Moines, Iowa and Daniel Luten

This is a very old and unaltered example of an urban style Luten arch bridge with the balustrade railings used for urban applications of the Luten patented arch design.

Waukon Pony Truss Bridge
HSR

Nothing (Exhibit) Over Ground (Exhibit) in Waukon: Allamakee County, Iowa, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Unknown

This is a classic pin connected pony truss that was moved to sit on the ground in this location sometime between 2013 and November 2015.

Village Creek Tributary Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Road Over Village Creek Tributary in Waukon: Allamakee County, Iowa, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a tiny, long-abandoned stone arch bridge, with an unknown history.

Fox Road Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 151070
HSR

Fox Road Over Volga River in Rural: Fayette County, Iowa, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 158 ft. Main Span: 158 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Rust and Coolidge of Chicago, Illinois

This is an ancient 1882 railroad bridge that was moved here in 1905, with the railroad line here abandoned in 1938 and converted to highway later.

Rock Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Rock Creek in Rural: Cedar County, Iowa, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1892 By: Unknown

This is an excellent example of a stone arch railroad bridge in Iowa.

Wapsi Oaks Bridge
HSR

Wapsi Oaks Entrance Road Over Calamus Creek in Rural: Clinton County, Iowa, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Joliet Bridge and Iron Company of Joliet, Illinois

This pony truss was probably moved here from an unknown prior location.

Calamus Creek Bridge
HSR

Private Farmland Access Over Calamus Creek in Rural: Clinton County, Iowa, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a classic pin connected pony truss hidden back on private property.

Lincoln Highway Calamus Creek Bridge
HSR

235th Street (Historic Lincoln Highway) Over Calamus Creek in Rural: Clinton County, Iowa, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: Unknown and Iowa State Highway Commission

This pony truss is located on an abandoned stub of the old alignment of the Lincoln Highway.

Lincoln Highway Wapsipinicon River Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 121690
HSR

235th Street (Historic Lincoln Highway) Over Wapsipinicon River in Rural: Clinton County, Iowa, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 420 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1930 By: Unknown and Iowa State Highway Commission

This is one of two interesting plate girder highway bridges on this former alignment of the historic Lincoln Highway.

Lincoln Highway Wapsipinicon River Overflow Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 121700
HSR

235th Street (Historic Lincoln Highway) Over Wapsipinicon River Overflow in Rural: Clinton County, Iowa, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 252 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown and Iowa State Highway Commission

This is one of two interesting plate girder highway bridges on this former alignment of the historic Lincoln Highway.

10th Avenue Bridge
Iowa Bridge Number 8410, Historic Lincoln Highway Bridge
HSR

10th Avenue (Historic Lincoln Highway) Over Railroad (Union Pacific) in Mt. Vernon: Linn County, Iowa, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 97 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This historic railroad overpass pony truss has been preserved for pedestrian use, as has the historic approaching brick roadway of the historic Lincoln Highway.

CR-1670 Bridge
HSR

CR-1670 (TR-235) Over Coal Creek in Rural: Bureau County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This classic truss bridge has had its sway bracing altered, perhaps evidence that it was widened long ago.

CR-1670 Bridge
HSR

CR-1670 (TR-235) Over Coal Creek in Rural: Bureau County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This example of a concrete through girder is noted for its lack of alteration and its span length.

Hennepin Canal Bridge 15
HSR

Hennepin Canal Parkway Trail Over Hennepin Canal in Rural: Bureau County, Illinois, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a good example of a standard through truss that was built for the Hennepin Canal.

Hennepin Canal Bridge 24
HSR

CR-2600 Over Hennepin Canal in Rural: Henry County, Illinois, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a good example of a standard through truss that was built for the Hennepin Canal.

Mud Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Farm Access Over Mud Creek in Rural: Henry County, Illinois, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a pony truss bridge on private property, a farm access bridge.

2nd Street Bridge
HSR

2nd Street (TR-10B) Over King Creek in Mineral: Bureau County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 69 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Unknown

This traditional riveted Pratt truss is an early example of a highway rivet connected pony truss in Illinois.

Hennepin Canal Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Hennepin Canal in Rural: Bureau County, Illinois, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is an excellent example of a post-1900 Chicago North Western Railroad lattice truss bridge.

Cole Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Farm Access Over Cole Creek in Rural: Bureau County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional riveted pony truss bridge is a farm access bridge on private property.

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Big Cut Road Bridge
HSR

Big Cut Road Over Railroad (BNSF) in Rural: Carroll County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 194 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1872 By: Unknown

Records indicate that this is an ancient 1872 railroad pony truss that was moved here in 1906 to be used as a highway over railroad overpass bridge.

Demeter Drive Bridge
Krape Park Demeter Drive Bridge
HSR

Demeter Drive (Park Court) Over Yellow Creek in Freeport: Stephenson County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge combines the technology of riveted connections with pinned connections, making it a hybrid showing the transition from these two connection types.

South Park Road Bridge
HSR

South Park Road Over Yellow Creek in Freeport: Stephenson County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Alfred C. Daughenbaugh and R. K. Eastman and Morgan Ipsen

This is an outstanding example of a concrete rigid-frame bridge, richly detailed in Art Deco or Art Moderne reminiscent styling.

North Park Road Bridge
HSR

North Park Road Over Yellow Creek in Freeport: Stephenson County, Illinois, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 127 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 20.3 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1919 By: Unknown

Built to serve an entrance to a large city park, this concrete t-beam is noted for its ornamental details.

Sisler Bridge
HSR

Old Galena Trail Over Branch of East Fork of Plum River in Rural: Carroll County, Illinois, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 39 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: O. H. Kleven and Illinois Division of Highways

This is a representative, unaltered example of a concrete through girder in Illinois, a state which built a fair number of this nationally uncommon bridge type.

Red Cedar River Railroad Bridge
Menomonie Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Union Pacific) Over Red Cedar River in Menomonie: Dunn County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 470 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1892 By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

This classic 19th century Chicago North Western Railway lattice truss bridge has been abandoned.

Downsville Railroad Bridge
Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad Bridge M-522
HSR

Railroad (Red Cedar State Rail-Trail) Over Red Cedar River in Downsville: Dunn County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 370 ft. Main Span: 158 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Rust and Coolidge of Chicago, Illinois

This is a very old Pratt through truss railroad bridge that was moved to this location in 1905.

Price Road Private Bridge
HSR

Farm Access Over Morris Drain in Rural: Clinton County, Michigan, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny pony truss bridge connects a farm to a house.

Tallman Road Private Bridge
HSR

Farm Access Over Morris Drain in Rural: Clinton County, Michigan, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: Michigan Bridge Company of Portland, Michigan

This abandoned pony truss bridge once provided access between farmland divided by this drain and is one of only two documented examples of the Michigan Bridge Company.

Rumbly Bridge
Bridge of Pines
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Ravine in Chippewa Falls: Chippewa County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 144 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1907 By: Wisconsin Bridge and Iron Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Worden-Allen Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and A. Y. Bayne and Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota

This remarkable footbridge of lightweight construction blends right into the trees, with its tall, stilt-like bents and unusual double-Warren trusses.

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Racine Street Bridge
HSR

Racine Street Over Fox River in Menasha: Winnebago County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 818 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1952 By: Unknown

Like so many of Wisconsin's historic highway bridges, this unusual bascule bridge was demolished and replaced.

Cedar Falls Bridge
HSR

CR-BB Over Tainter Lake (Red Cedar River) in Cedar Falls: Dunn County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 431 ft. Main Span: 145 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1935 By: Unknown

An uncommon example of a highway deck truss, this bridge's smaller approach deck truss has an unusual bearing halfway up the endpost of the larger main deck truss span.

S Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Chippewa River State Rail-Trail) Over Chippewa River in Eau Claire: Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 440 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1910 By: Minneapolis Steel and Machinery Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota

This is a railroad bridge noted for its "S" curve design, but is very hard to photograph.

Gilbert Creek Railroad Bridge
Bridge M-538
HSR

Railroad (Red Cedar State Rail-Trail) Over Gilbert Creek in Menomonie: Dunn County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

This railroad pony truss was moved here long ago, and today serves a trail.

Meadow Hill Bridge
Wilson Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandon Union Pacific) Over Wilson Creek in Menomonie: Dunn County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 226 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois and American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This lattice through truss bridge has been abandoned.

Red Cedar River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Red Cedar River in Menomonie: Dunn County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 480 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1912 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a very late example of a pin-connected railroad truss bridge.

Red Cedar River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Red Cedar River in Rural: Dunn County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 245 ft. Main Span: 245 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This is an unusual bridge as a relatively short example of a railroad Parker through truss span.

Old Wooden Bridge
HSR

Wooden Bridge Road (Old Wooden Bridge Lane) Over Railroad (Soo Line) in Rural: Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, United States

Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 18.4 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

This is a locally uncommon example of a timber stringer railroad overpass.

Promen Drive Bridge
Lakeside Park Bridge
HSR

Promen Drive Over Lakeside Creek in Fond du Lac: Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: J. Rassmussen and Sons Co. and Charles Whitney

This attractive concrete arch bridge with stone facing compliments the beauty of the park it is located in.

Morse Mill Road Bridge
HSR

Morse Mill Road Over Big River in Rural: Jefferson County, Missouri, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 185 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: St. Louis Bridge and Iron Company of St. Louis, Missouri

This is a historic Pratt through truss bridge that has been left standing for pedestrian use only.

Crystal City Underground Bridge
Sand Mine Bridge
HSR

Mine Access Over Plattin Creek in Rural: Jefferson County, Missouri, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its very unusual member design and connection details.

Byrnesville Bridge
Lalumondiere Mill Bridge
HSR

Old Byrnesville Road Over Big River in Rural: Jefferson County, Missouri, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: St. Louis Bridge and Iron Company of St. Louis, Missouri (Likely Builder)

This Pratt truss is reportedly both privately owned, but also open to public pedestrian traffic.

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Brighton Approach Bridge
Colerain Viaduct
HSR

Colerain Avenue Ramp Over Central Parkway (US-27, US-127, US-52) in Cincinnati: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Continuous T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1925 By: Unknown and City of Cincinnati

This overpass bridge is noted for its deep, heavy beams and curved design.

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Eden Park Reservoir Dam
HSR

Remains of Dam Access Road Over Drained Reservoir in Cincinnati: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 1,250 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1878 By: Unknown

Very little remains of this dam, which featured a bridge-like design, with a deck on top, and was noted for its ornate stonework and handsome lattice railing.

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Twin Lakes Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Twin Lakes in Cincinnati: Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Granitoid Company of Cincinnati, Ohio

This small park footbridge was a very old concrete arch bridge, but what is seen today may not be original.

OH-82 Chippewa Creek Bridge
HSR

Chippewa Road (OH-82) Over Chippewa Creek in Brecksville: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown and D. H. Overman and Ohio State Highway Department

This bridge was designed as a stone faced concrete arch bridge to blend in with its scenic setting.

Ottawa Park Bridge
HSR

Golf Cart Path Over Ottawa River in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This concrete through girder with articulated floorbeams is located in a park setting.

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Old River Bridge
HSR

River Road (Old Military Road) Over Saline River in Rural: Saline County, Arkansas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 431 ft. Main Span: 129 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1891 By: Youngstown Bridge Company of Youngstown, Ohio, H. T. Sinnott, Agent

One of the oldest Pratt truss bridges in Arkansas, this bridge is fortunately to be undergoing a multi-phase project that will eventually restore this bridge for pedestrians in its original location.

Hallett Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Indiana Northeastern) Over Hallett Street in Hillsdale: Hillsdale County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This traditional riveted plate girder overpass stands out on a local level as Hillsdale County does not have the large cities where this bridge type is more common.

Homer Mill Race Bridge
HSR

Leigh Street (Abandoned Alignment) Over Kalamazoo River (Mill Race) in Homer: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small arch bridge is in a park and only used by pedestrians today. It has been altered with new concrete and railings on the north side only.

OH-424 Benien Creek Bridge
HSR

OH-424 Over Benien Creek in Rural: Henry County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1842 By: Unknown

One of several surviving stone arch bridges, many at least partially rehabbed, among the oldest in Ohio, that originally served the Miami and Erie Canal, but not carries a highway.

OH-424 County Ditch 970 Bridge
HSR

OH-424 Over County Ditch 970 in Rural: Henry County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Span: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1842 By: Unknown

One of several surviving stone arch bridges, many at least partially rehabbed, among the oldest in Ohio, that originally served the Miami and Erie Canal, but not carries a highway.

OH-424 Garrett Creek Bridge
HSR

OH-424 (Riverview Avenue) Over Garrett Creek in Rural: Henry County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Span: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1842 By: Unknown

One of several surviving stone arch bridges, many at least partially rehabbed, among the oldest in Ohio, that originally served the Miami and Erie Canal, but not carries a highway.

OH-424 Oberhaus Creek Bridge
HSR

OH-424 (Riverview Avenue) Over Oberhaus Creek in Napoleon: Henry County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1842 By: Unknown

One of several surviving stone arch bridges, many at least partially rehabbed, among the oldest in Ohio, that originally served the Miami and Erie Canal, but not carries a highway.

Old US-24 North Turkeyfoot Creek Bridge
HSR

Old US-24 Over North Turkeyfoot Creek in Rural: Henry County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1842 By: Unknown

One of several surviving stone arch bridges, many at least partially rehabbed, among the oldest in Ohio, that originally served the Miami and Erie Canal, but not carries a highway.

Old US-24 Dry Creek Bridge
HSR

Old US-24 Over Dry Creek in Rural: Henry County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 23 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1842 By: Unknown

One of several surviving stone arch bridges, many at least partially rehabbed, among the oldest in Ohio, that originally served the Miami and Erie Canal, but not carries a highway.

Old US-24 Bad Creek Bridge
HSR

Old US-24 Over Bad Creek in Rural: Henry County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1842 By: James Durbin

The only multi-span version of several surviving stone arch bridges, many at least partially rehabbed, among the oldest in Ohio, that originally served the Miami and Erie Canal, but not carries a highway. Also has a special monument.

Old US-24 Belly Creek Bridge
HSR

Old US-24 Over Belly Creek in Rural: Henry County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1842 By: Unknown

One of several surviving stone arch bridges, many at least partially rehabbed, among the oldest in Ohio, that originally served the Miami and Erie Canal, but not carries a highway.

CR-F Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Indiana and Ohio) Over CR-F in Rural: Fulton County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This is a representative example of nine overpasses that were built in this area as part of an 8.4-mile elevated section called Delta Hill which carried the Malinta Cutoff portion of the Detroit, Toledo and Ironton line over the New York Central and Wabash lines near Delta.

Wabash Cannonball Trail Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Indiana and Ohio) Over Railroad (Wabash Cannonball Rail-Trail) in Rural: Fulton County, Ohio, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 210 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

OH-424 Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (Indiana and Ohio) Over OH-424 (Riverview Avenue) in Rural: Henry County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This is a representative example of a railroad overpass that was built by the Detroit, Toledo and Ironton Railroad, which was noted for using a distinctive ornate railing design.

CR-T Bridge
HSR

CR-T Over Smith Drain in Rural: Fulton County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 23 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This small bridge is an example of an unusual aesthetic railing design that may have been a county design.

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CR-S Bridge
HSR

CR-S Over Clear Fork in Rural: Williams County, Ohio, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: American Arch and Culvert Company of Toledo, Ohio

This bridge was noted for its uncommon jack arch deck and its surviving plaque from a little-known company.

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Cass Street Bridge
HSR

Cass Street Over Kalamazoo River in Albion: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 156 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1896 By: Robert Dunn and Company of Detroit, Michigan and Keepers and Thacher of Detroit, Michigan

This is a non-historic replacement bridge, but it appears the original stones from a previous historic stone arch bridge were placed on the replacement bridge as decorations!

Main Street Bean Creek Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Bean Creek in Morenci: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Joseph Plozai, Inc. of Detroit, Michigan and American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Michigan State Highway Department

This is an unusual steel stringer bridge due to its span length which exceeds 60 feet, resulting in uncommon riveted built-up beams.

Morenci Road Ranger Creek Bridge
HSR

Morenci Road Over Ranger Creek in Rural: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1950 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This small bridge is noted for its combination of concrete railing posts, and the least common form of metal post on its R4 railing.

Benn Road Bridge
HSR

Benn Road Over Sandstone Creek in Rural: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 49 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

Severely deteriorated, this is one of the last surviving examples of a bridge from before 1940 that features type R4 railing.

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Main Street Silver Creek Bridge
HSR

Main Street Over Silver Creek in Morenci: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 38 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: E. C. Nolan and Son of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This was once one of three bridges in the Morenci area on this road that had R4 railings.

Mulberry Road Bridge
HSR

Mulberry Road Over Lime Creek in Rural: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1957 By: Fred H. Price and Company

This bridge is noted for its relatively long spans for a concrete t-beam bridge over a river, and it retains original R4 railing as well.

M-156 Bear Creek Bridge
Morey Highway Bridge
HSR

M-156 (Morey Highway) Over Bear Creek in Rural: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 31 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is an increasingly uncommon example of a small-scale bridge using a railing design unique to Michigan, and matching the architecture of other larger period bridges.

Wabash Memorial Bridge
HSR

IN-62 and IL-141 Over Wabash River in Rural: White County, Illinois and Posey County, Indiana, United States

Metal Continuous (Arch and Suspended Deck) 14 Panel Tied Braced Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,400 ft. Main Span: 427 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1956 By: Traylor Brothers of Evansville, Indiana and Olinger Brothers and Sverdrup and Parcel of St. Louis, Missouri

This large bridge over a big river is hidden away in a thickly forested area that this highway passes through.

Kansas Road Bridge
Vanderburgh County Bridge 80
HSR

Kansas Road Over Bluegrass Creek in Rural: Vanderburgh County, Indiana, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This is an abandoned ca. 1909 pony truss with pin connections and is noted for its skew.

Heuer Bridge
Perryville Road Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Cape La Croix Creek in Rural: Cape Girardeau County, Missouri, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Unknown

This is an increasingly rare example of a standard riveted pony truss in Missouri, and perhaps one of the only ones safe from demolition as it was moved to private property.

Old US-61 Ramsey Branch Bridge
HSR

Old US-61 (Kingshighway) Over Ramsey Branch (Little Ramsey Creek) in Cape Girardeau: Cape Girardeau County, Missouri, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 177 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Illinois Steel Bridge Company of Jacksonville, Illinois and Rouse Construction Company of Cape Girardeau, Missouri and Missouri State Highway Commission

This is an increasingly rare example of a standard riveted pony truss in Missouri.

Sandy Lee Watkins Park Bridge 2
Toler Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Lick Creek Tributary in Rural: Henderson County, Kentucky, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Champion Bridge Company of Wilmington, Ohio

This is the second historic bridge moved and preserved at Sandy Watkins Park.

Dyers Hill Creek Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over Dyers Hill Creek in Rural: Livingston County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a rare example of a steel stringer bridge with lattice railings, and it serves a driveway.

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North-Brighton Bridge
HSR

North Avenue and Brighton Road Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This former Pennsylvania Railroad overpass is noted for its concrete encased girder design and its location right at an intersection, making it an extremely wide bridge.

Lake Elizabeth Bridges
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Lake Elizabeth in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This listing covers two concrete arch bridges that are found providing pedestrian access to a small island in Lake Elizabeth near the National Avirary.

Ohiopyle High Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Great Allegheny Passage Rail-Trail) Over Youghioogheny River in Ohiopyle: Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 570 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

This is a high level deck plate girder that has been converted for pedestrian use.

Turtle Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Former Baltimore and Ohio) Over Turtle Creek in North Versailles and North Braddock: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This traditional deck plate girder railroad bridge sits right where Turtle Creek empties into the Monongahela River.

Woodvale Street Bridge
HSR

Woodvale Street (PA-1053) Over Gist Run in Dunbar: Fayette County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This is a representative example of a state standard small-scale steel stringer bridge.

Clairton Works Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Wheeling and Lake Erie) Over PA-837 (State Street) and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Clairton: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 385 ft. Main Span: 155 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This low level viaduct style bridge with a variety of span lengths on its approach heads into a steel mill.

Clairton Works Bridge South
HSR

Mill Drive Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Clairton: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 605 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of two private highway bridges that provide access to the Clairton Works steel mill.

Clairton Works Bridge North
HSR

Mill Drive Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Clairton: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 560 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is one of two private highway bridges that provide access to the Clairton Works steel mill.

Wall Bridge
Spring Hill Road Bridge, Bridge Street Bridge
HSR

Spring Hill Road (Bridge Street) Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern), Railroad Street, and Turtle Creek in Wall and Monroeville: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 268 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1915 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This abandoned plate girder highway bridge has fairly large girder spans.

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Overland Street Bridge
HSR

Overland Street Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Braddock and North Braddock: , United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 73 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This classic and largely unaltered plate girder overpass was demolished!

Turtle Creek Stone Arch Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Turtle Creek and Railroad in East Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

Jammed in an area with an unusual number of bridges crossing the creek, this stone arch bridge has been altered with the addition of concrete.

PA-837 - New England Hollow Road Bridge
HSR

New England Hollow Road and PA-837 (Clairton Dravosburg Road) Over Unnamed Stream or Run in Clairton: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Built By: James W. Powers

This is a bridge of tiny span but extremely wide width as it carries two roads, and appears to have been widened at some point in its history.

Bowman Avenue Bridge
HSR

Bowman Avenue Over Cliff Street in McKeesport: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This is a tiny concrete rigid-frame bridge with decorative railing.

Maple Avenue Bridge
HSR

Maple Avenue Over Charles Street in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Booth and Flinn Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh Department of Public Works

This small overpass bridge was designed with aesthetics in mind.

Parkway West Carnegie Interchange
I-376 Carnegie Interchange Exit 65
HSR

I-376 Ramp Over I-376, US-22, US-30 (Penn Lincoln Parkway / Parkway West) in Carnegie and Scott Township: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 172 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1952 By: Unknown

This expressway interchange is noted for its use of through plate girders.

Greentree Road Bridge
HSR

Greentree Road (PA-121) Over I-376, US-22, US-30 (Penn Lincoln Parkway / Parkway West) in Green Tree: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 142 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 54 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This overpass is noted for its riveted, arched, built-up beam design.

Rosslyn Road Bridge
HSR

Rosslyn Road Over I-376, US-22, US-30 (Penn Lincoln Parkway / Parkway West) in Rosslyn Farms: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 184 ft. Main Span: 114 ft. Roadway: 32.5 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1951 By: Unknown

This is a representative example of a plate girder overpass on the parkway.

Sawmill Run Bridge
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Abandoned Road Over Sawmill Run in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge hints at a former intersection arrangement in this area.

Carson Street Saw Mill Run Bridge
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Carson Street Over Saw Mill Run in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This tiny concrete arch bridge is hidden underneath ramps and roads in this area.

Saw Mill Run Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Saw Mill Run in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This is a tiny concrete arch railroad bridge.

West End Stone Arch Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Railroad (Abandoned Pittsburgh Northwestern Railway) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual skewed stone arch bridge is buried by trees today.

Saw Mill Run Building Bridge
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110 South Main Street (Building) Over Saw Mill Run in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

In Pittsburgh, the City of Bridges, even buildings can come in the form of a bridge, in this case a riveted deck plate girder.

Old Ligonier Street Bridge
Picadio Lane Bridge
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Ligonier Street / PA-711 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Mill Creek in Rural: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This long abandoned concrete arch bridge is extremely deteriorated.

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Willpenn Road Bridge
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Willpenn Road (PA-1017) Over Mill Creek in Rural: , United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This bridge was unusual as a concrete encased stringer and it had a brick deck as well.

PA-711 Mill Creek Bridge
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PA-711 Over Mill Creek in Rural: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 79 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1955 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This is a representative example of a standard steel stringer from the mid 20th century illustrating the distinctive ornamental railing in use at that time.

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PA-711 Mill Creek Bridge 2
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PA-711 Over Mill Creek in Near Ligonier: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This was a state standard highway plate girder with sidewalk and lattice railing.

Donegal Lake Road Bridge
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Donegal Lake Road (TR-880) Over 4 Mile Run in Rural: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1920 By: Unknown

This is a small but unaltered example of a concrete arch bridge.

140th Avenue Bridge
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140th Avenue Over US-131 in Rural: Allegan County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 188 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1957 By: Carl Goodwin and Sons of Allegan, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a representative example of a steel stringer overpass over US-131, which used R4 railing for its overpasses.

Lutz Road Bridge
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Lutz Road Over Fawn River in Rural: St. Joseph County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1959 By: Brooks and Metcalfe

As a pre-1960 bridge, this is among the earlier pre-stressed concrete bridges in Michigan.

M-89 Wabascon Creek Bridge
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M-89 (Michigan Avenue) Over Wabascon Creek in Bedford: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 46.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1947 By: L. W. Lamb Company of Jackson, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a state standard steel stringer bridge.

Union City Road Bridge
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Union City Road (Coldwater Street) Over Coldwater River in Union City: Branch County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1955 By: Unknown

This standard steel stringer bridge with R4 railing features steel intermediate railing posts and concrete end posts.

Johnson Ditch Bridge
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US-33 (Historic Lincoln Highway) (Goshen Road) (Abandoned Alignment) Over Johnson Ditch in Rural: Allen County, Indiana, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This tiny riveted pony truss is a remnant of the historic Lincoln Highway.

Mishawaka Avenue Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Mishawaka Avenue in South Bend: St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 134 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Foley Brothers and Fulton and Peppard of St. Paul, Minnesota

This is a regionally rare example of a concrete arch railroad overpass, and is noted for its handsome architectural detailing.

Grand River North Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Grand Rapids Eastern) Over Grand River in Grand Rapids: Kent County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 720 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 9

Built 1907 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a large, but traditional railroad deck plate girder bridge.

Silver Lake Road Culvert
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Silver Lake Road Over Lake Ponemah and Silver Lake Outlet in Fenton: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Culvert, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a tiny example of a style of bridge and culvert used in Michigan in the 1920s and 1930s for small-span crossings is noted for its distinctive solid parapet railing.

Mendon Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Conrail) Over St. Joseph River in Mendon: St. Joseph County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned and traditional railroad deck plate girder bridge is located in a park setting.

Fenton Road Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Fenton Road in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This is an example of a concrete encased steel stringer railroad overpass.

Flint River and East Boulevard Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Flint River and East Boulevard in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 255 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1916 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a traditional deck plate girder railroad bridge over the river, and this listing also includes photos of a nearby overpass bridge as well.

McCurdy-Mitchell Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Shiawassee River in Corunna: Shiawassee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This pedestrian bridge was erected here in using salvaged riveted steel beams from another unknown bridge.

Muir Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Fred Meijer Clinton-Ionia-Shiawassee Rail-Trail) Over Maple River in Muir: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 6

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional railroad deck plate girder bridge that has been converted for rail-trail use.

Beaver Road Private Bridge
Hembling Drain Bridge
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Abandoned Private Walkway Over Hembling Drain in Rural: Bay County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a simple steel footbridge that was built by someone who salvaged and reused lattice railing from an unknown previous bridge.

Petersburg Bridge
Pike County Bridge 150
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Water Street Over Prides Creek in Petersburg: Pike County, Indiana, United States

Metal 10 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 94 ft. Main Span: 93 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1875 By: Smith Bridge Company of Toledo, Ohio (Design, Fabricator) and William T. Washer of Troy, Indiana (Builder)

This may be the only remaining example of a bowstring built by this company and with these unique design details.

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Gold Star Memorial Bridge
Groton-New London Bridge
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I-95 Northbound Over Thames River and Various Roads and Railroads in New London and Groton: New London County, Connecticut, United States

Metal Continuous Bolt-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous (Straight Chords) 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 5,931 ft. Main Span: 540 ft. Roadway: 80 ft. Main Spans: 11

Built 1943 By: Harris Structural Steel Company of New York, New York

This is a large deck truss that today is only significant for its surviving original approach spans.

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New London - Groton Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Amtrak Northeast Corridor) Over Thames River in New London and Groton: New London County, Connecticut, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Heel Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,394 ft. Main Span: 212 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1919 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Strauss Bascule Bridge Company (Strauss Engineering Company) of Chicago, Illinois and Ralph Modjeski and Gustav Lindenthal

This bridge, sadly altered by loss of its main span, was the work of several nationally recognized engineers.

Devon Bridge
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Railroad (Amtrak Northeast Corridor and Metro North) Over Housatonic River in Stratford and Milford: New Haven County, Connecticut and Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,052 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This bridge is configured as a pair of bridges, each containing noteworthy approach spans and bascule main spans that are among the oldest of their kind in the entire country..

Westport Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Amtrak Northeast Corridor and Metro North) Over Saugatuck River in Westport: Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 459 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This railroad bridge contains a small plate girder bascule span that is among the oldest surviving Scherzer rolling lift bascules in the country.

Grand Avenue Bridge
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Grand Avenue Over Quinnipiac River in Fair Haven: New Haven County, Connecticut, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 426 ft. Main Span: 210 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1984 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut and H. C. Keith and C. W. Kelly

This modern, non-historic swing bridge is only included on this website because, aside from the use of bolts instead of rivets, otherwise appears to replicate the bridge it replaced fairly closely.

Succor Brook Culvert
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Lumber Yard Road (Connecticut River Road) Over Succor Brook in East Haddam: Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States

Concrete Culvert, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small concrete culvert has riveted lattice railing which may have been salvaged from the previous bridge at this location.

Mattabesset River Bridge
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Water Pipeline Over Mattabesset River in Cromwell: Middlesex County, Connecticut and Hartford County, Connecticut, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual plate girder currently carries a waterline, but it may have originally been a railroad bridge.

CR-910 South Bridge
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CR-910 South Over Branch of Patoka River in Rural: Orange County, Indiana, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This steel stringer bridge appears to have salvaged and reused lattice railings from a previous bridge.

Pleasant View Road Bridge
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Pleasant View Road (Walnut Street) Over I-74 in Pleasant View: Shelby County, Indiana, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 217 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1958 By: Unknown and Indiana State Highway Commission

Unaltered with original railings, this bridge is a good representative example of a concrete curved t-beam overpass in Indiana.

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CR-250 West Bridge
Greene County Bridge 126
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CR-250 West Over Lattas Creek in Rural: Greene County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

Unfortunately, this bridge had been removed for replacement when visited, so only a few photos are available.

Grayville Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Illinois Central) Over Wabash River in Grayville: White County, Illinois and Gibson County, Indiana, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,700 ft. Main Span: 238 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1892 By: Unknown

This bridge has a long, complicated history that includes collapses twice in its history.

John A. Roebling Sons Upper Wire Works Office Bridge
Test Suspension Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway (Abandoned) Over Ground in Trenton: Mercer County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: John A. Roebling Sons Company of Trenton, New Jersey

Although it does not appear to be original materials, it is believed this bridge represents the original intent of John A. Roebling's Sons to display a tiny suspension bridge as an integral part of their wire works.

Eddyville Bridge
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NY-213 Over Rondout Creek in Eddyville: Ulster County, New York, United States

Metal Solid Ribbed Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 346 ft. Main Span: 340 ft. Roadway: 30.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Shanahan Construction Company of Ellenville, New York

This is a somewhat unusual and early example of a fairly large steel bridge span composed largely of welded construction.

Rockland Road Bridge
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Rockland Road Over Sparkill Creek in Piermont: Rockland County, New York, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1874 By: Unknown

This is a fairly old example of a stone arch bridge with a brick ring.

US-9W Popolopen Creek Bridge
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US-9W Over Popolopen Creek in Fort Montgomery: Orange County, New York, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 608 ft. Main Span: 326 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1916 By: Unknown

This large deck truss bridge was widened in 1937 by adding a very similar, but not identical, parallel set of trusses next to the original.

Trenton Avenue Bridge
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Trenton Avenue Over Delaware Canal and Delaware Canal Towpath in Morrisville: Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This is an uncommon and unaltered example of a concrete rigid-frame crossing a waterway in Pennsylvania.

Mahoning Creek Railroad Bridge Bridge
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Railroad (Armstrong Rail-Trail) Over Mahoning Creek in Rural: Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 342 ft. Main Span: 114 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This plate girder bridge is noted for its massive girders and curved alignment and is situated alongside the Allegheny River.

Sherbourne Street Bridge
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Sherbourne Street Over Rosedale Valley Road in Toronto: Toronto City, Ontario, Canada

Metal Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1952 By: Unknown

This is a high level riveted deck plate girder bridge.

Dundas Bridge
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Margaret Avenue and James Street (RR-78) Over North Branch Sydenham River in Wallaceburg: Chatham-Kent Region, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Fixed Trunnion) and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 204 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 50.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1961 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec and Laughlin, Wyllie, and Ufnal of Toronto, Ontario

This bascule bridge looks newer than it is because its girders are of welded construction rather than riveted.

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New Clay's Ferry Bridge
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I-75 Over Kentucky River and KY-2328 in Rural: Fayette County, Kentucky and Madison County, Kentucky, United States

Metal Continuous Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,714 ft. Main Span: 448 ft. Roadway: 119 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1998 By: Unknown

While the bridge seen today lacks historic significance, it is a rather interesting story in addressing the ever-increasing traffic needs of busy I-75.

Fergus Road Bridge
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Fergus Road Over Misteguey Creek in Rural: Saginaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1947 By: E. C. Nolan and Son of Detroit, Michigan

This is an unaltered example of a standard steel stringer with R4 railing.

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Duffield Road Jones Creek Bridge
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Duffield Road Over Jones Creek in Rural: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 28 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is an increasingly uncommon example of a small-scale bridge using a railing design unique to Michigan, and matching the architecture of other larger period bridges.

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Sashabaw Road Bridge
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Sashabaw Road Over Clinton River in Waterford Township: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This is a very small and very early example of a curved t-beam bridge in Michigan.

Dorset Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned New York Central) Over Mill Creek in Rural (Dorset): Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This long abandoned bridge only carries a pipeline now but was originally part of Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railroad Franklin Division High Grade.

Tower Road Bridge
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Tower Road Over Mill Creek in Rural: Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This is a small but unusual concrete arch bridge with an railing that follows the curve of the arch.

Custar Road Private Bridge
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Private Farmland Access Over Jackson Cutoff Ditch in Rural: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned traditional Pratt truss bridge is inaccessible on private property.

Croft Farms Culvert Railings
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Private Drive Over Ditch in Near Creston: Wayne County, Ohio, United States

Metal Culvert, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This culvert has salvaged and reused ornamental lattice railings with flower decorations.

Little Yankee Run Bridge
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Access Road Over Little Yankee Run in Hubbard: Trumbull County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small, traditional concrete deck arch bridge that serves a private access today but may have originally been a railroad bridge.

Lemoyne Road Dry Creek Bridge
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Lemoyne Road Over Dry Creek in Walbridge: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 19 ft. Main Span: 19 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny bridge appears to be a concrete encased plate girder or perhaps a lattice girder.

Lemoyne Road Cedar Creek Bridge
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Lemoyne Road Over Cedar Creek in Rural: Wood County, Ohio, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

This is a small but unaltered t-beam bridge with original railing.

Moline-Martin Road Bridge
Martin Bridge
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Moline-Martin Road (CR-66) Over South Branch Turtle Creek in Martin: Ottawa County, Ohio, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This is a small but unaltered t-beam bridge with original railing.

Martin Railroad Bridge
South Branch Turtle Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over South Branch Turtle Creek in Martin: Ottawa County, Ohio, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 34 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a small, traditional deck plate girder railroad bridge.

CR-213 Bridge
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CR-213 Over Packer Creek in Rural: Ottawa County, Ohio, United States

Corrugated Multi-Plate Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 36 ft. Main Span: 18 ft. Roadway: 27.6 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1941 By: Unknown

This is an example of a corrugated multi-plate arch bridge with concrete.

Ottawa River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Ottawa River in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a small two span concrete arch of traditional railroad design.

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Prairie Creek Bridge
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Private Drive Over Prairie Creek in Rural: Williams County, Ohio, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Someone used to have this beautiful truss bridge on their property, but they replaced it with a modern bridge.

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Pittsfield Bridge
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PA-27 (Main Street) Over Little Brokenstraw Creek in Pittsfield: Warren County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 118 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This was a very early surviving example of a state design through truss bridge at the time it was demolished and replaced.

Big Coal River Footbridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Big Coal River and CR-15/9 in Rural: Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1920 By: Oregonia Bridge Company of Lebanon, Ohio and F. O. Burdett

Difficult to photograph when leaves are on the trees, this is one of two nearby similar suspension footbridges of unusual design.

Little Coal River Footbridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Little Coal River and CR-13/1 in Rural: Kanawha County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1920 By: Oregonia Bridge Company of Lebanon, Ohio and F. O. Burdett

Difficult to photograph when leaves are on the trees, this is one of two nearby similar suspension footbridges of unusual design.

Cabins Bridge
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Fort Power Drive Over North Fork South Branch Potomac River in Cabins: Grant County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This Pratt truss is of traditional design with riveted connections and a-frame portal bracing.

Rocky Pond Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Rocky Pond in Belleville: Republic County, Kansas, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is a rare and outstanding example of an 1870s Wrought Iron Bridge Company cast and wrought iron bowstring pony truss bridge.

Forest Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Labette Creek Tributary in Parsons: Labette County, Kansas, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an excellent and unaltered example of a rare Queenpost pony truss bridge, relocated and preserved for pedestrian use.

Larrick Park Bridge
Sand Creek Truss Leg Bridge
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Exhibit Over Ground in Lenora: Norton County, Kansas, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Bedstead Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1906 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Sitting on the ground and potentially available for reuse, this is a rare bedstead pony truss with unique design details used by the Canton Bridge Company.

Minneapolis Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Kyle Railroad) Over Pipe Creek in Minneapolis: Ottawa County, Kansas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pegram Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Edge Moor Bridge Works of Wilmington, Delaware and George Herndon Pegram

This is a rare example of a Pegram truss bridge that retains integrity and is open to railroad traffic.

Prairie Dog Golf Course Bridge
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Golf Course Drive Over Golf Course Stream in Norton: Norton County, Kansas, United States

Metal 2 Panel Rivet-Connected Inverted Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

Relocated to a golf course, this is an extremely rare Canton Bridge Company inverted Kingpost truss, whose design also features elements of lattice girder design.

190th Road Bridge
Republican River Pegram Truss Bridge
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190th Road (CR-795) Over Republican River in Rural: Cloud County, Kansas, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pegram Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Triple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 461 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Edge Moor Bridge Works of Wilmington, Delaware and George Herndon Pegram

This former railroad bridge converted to highway use is one of the most significant railroad bridges in the state, containing two rare truss types in a single bridge!

Lindsborg Railroad Bridge
Valkommen Trail Smoky Hill River Bridge
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Railroad (Valkommen Rail-Trail) Over Smoky Hill River in Lindsborg: McPherson County, Kansas, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Triple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 310 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is an example of the less common triple intersection form of lattice truss.

Old Mill Bridge
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1st Street (Syensk Road) Over Smoky Hill River in Lindsborg: McPherson County, Kansas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 257 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company of Leavenworth, Kansas

This classic through truss has been left in place for pedestrian use only.

3rd Street Bridge
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3rd Street (Laramie Road, 110th Road) Over Pipe Creek in Minneapolis: Ottawa County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This concrete arch bridge is noted for its attractive railing and unaltered condition.

Women's Bridge
Baldwin-Media Bridge
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High Street Over East Fork of Tauy Creek in Baldwin City: Douglas County, Kansas, United States

Stone and Brick Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Unknown

This is a regionally rare example of a stone arch bridge with a brick arch ring.

CA-140 Bear Creek Bridge
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CA-140 (Central Yosemite Highway) Over Bear Creek in Rural: Mariposa County, California, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 167 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This fairly large concrete t-beam bridge has attractive arched beams.

Briceburg Suspension Bridge
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Bull Creek Road (Briceburg Road) Over Merced River in Rural: Mariposa County, California, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 163 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 10.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Unknown

This is a very unusual small-scale example of a riveted steel suspension bridge.

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Stoneman Bridge
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Valley Loop Road (Northside Drive) Over Merced River in Rural: Mariposa County, California, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 127 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1933 By: Kuckenberg and Wittman of Portland, Oregon and Sullivan and Sullivan and United States Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Public Works

This is one of the most elaborate and impressive bridges of the collection of historic bridges found in Yosemite National Park, and associated with the National Park Service.

Bridalveil Falls Bridge 1
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Bridalveil Fall Trail Over Bridalveil Creek in Rural: Mariposa County, California, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 20 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Oscar Parlier of Tulare, California

This is one of three stone faced concrete arch bridges found in this area.

Bridalveil Falls Bridge 2
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Bridalveil Fall Trail Over Bridalveil Creek in Rural: Mariposa County, California, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1913 By: Oscar Parlier of Tulare, California

This is one of three stone faced concrete arch bridges found in this area.

Bridalveil Falls Bridge 3
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Bridalveil Fall Trail Over Bridalveil Creek in Rural: Mariposa County, California, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 20 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Oscar Parlier of Tulare, California

This is one of three stone faced concrete arch bridges found in this area.

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I-80 Des Plaines River Bridge
I-80 Joliet Bridge
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I-80 Over Des Plaines River and Various Roads and Railroad in Joliet: Will County, Illinois, United States

Metal Cantilever 16 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,362 ft. Main Span: 363 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1965 By: Unknown and Blauvelt Engineering Company

Late examples of their kind, this pair of cantilever truss bridges has riveted shop connections, bolted field connections, and makes no use of lattice or v-lacing.

Lawndale Avenue Railroad Overpass
Chicago and Alton Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Lawndale Avenue in Summit: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Continuous Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1903 By: Unknown

This plate girder crosses over what was once a major road in the area, but is now a little-used dead end road.

Old Richards Street Bridge
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Old Richards Street Over Hickory Creek in Joliet: Will County, Illinois, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 144 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Powers-Thompson Construction Company of Joliet, Illinois

This classic t-beam with original railings was turned into a dead-end crossing when Richards Street was realigned onto a new bridge in 1967.

Caldwell Bridge
H. Wallace Caldwell Memorial Bridge, Swinging Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Des Plaines River in Riverside: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: William J. Howard Company of Chicago, Illinois

This suspension footbridge has a somewhat modern appearance, due to the use of early welded construction and possible deck and railing alterations.

Stone Prairie Bridge
Kishwaukee River Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over East Branch South Branch Kishwaukee River Tributary in Sycamore: DeKalb County, Illinois, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This is a ca. 1870s King Bridge Company cast and wrought iron bowstring truss bridge that was relocated and preserved here for pedestrian use.

Babylon Bend Bridge
Babylon Bridge
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Babylon Road (TR-123) Over Spoon River in Rural: Fulton County, Illinois, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 204 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Unknown

This classic Pratt through truss has been abandoned, and is noted for its large, attractive lattice portal bracing.

Seville Bridge
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Seville Road (TR-116) Over Spoon River in Seville: Fulton County, Illinois, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 230 ft. Main Span: 153 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: Unknown

This graceful pin connected Parker offers an interesting contrast of bridge types and eras of bridges by its inclusion of a concrete through girder approach span installed at a later date.

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Paulsboro Railroad Bridge
West Jersey and Seashore Railroad Mantua Creek Bridge
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Railroad (Conrail) Over Mantua Creek in Paulsboro: Gloucester County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Swing and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: Unknown

This was one of the most unusual movable bridges in the country, with its unusual a-frame tower plus long rods for bracing.

Marblemount Bridge
Cascade River Road Bridge
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Cascade River Road Over Skagit River in Marblemount: Skagit County, Washington, United States

Metal 14 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 662 ft. Main Span: 280 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Alexander and McNeil of Mt. Vernon, Washington and Washington Department of Highways

This is an unusual bridge, with its continuous through truss design, and is dissimilar to the simple span and cantilever trusses found elsewhere in the state.

Bennett Branch Sinnemahoning Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Bennett Branch Sinnemahoning Creek and Castle Garden Road in Rural: Cameron County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 312 ft. Main Span: 157 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This railroad bridge is noted for its unusual vertical endposts, one of a couple such bridges in the area.

Keating Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Sinnemahoning Creek, Keating Mountain Road (TR-305), and Gakle Lane in Keating: Cameron County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 450 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This railroad bridge is noted for its unusual vertical endposts, one of a couple such bridges in the area.

Riverside Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Coosa River (Logan Martin Lake) in Riverside: St. Clair County, Alabama and Talladega County, Alabama, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 720 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This bridge has a variety of spans dating to a variety of different times.

Riverside Bridge
Riverside-Lincoln Bridge
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US-78 and AL-4 Over Coosa River (Logan Martin Lake) in Riverside: St. Clair County, Alabama and Talladega County, Alabama, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 917 ft. Main Span: 232 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This truss bridge is noted for its swing span which was designed to strongly resemble the fixed truss approach spans.

Fisk Road Bridge
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Fisk Road Over Marion and Genoa Drain in Marion Township: Livingston County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1943 By: Unknown

This small stringer bridge has a few minor details that differ from the state highway department design, suggesting minor county adjustments to state standards.

Old Alexandra Bridge
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Old Cariboo Highway Over Fraser River in Rural: Fraser Valley District, British Columbia, Canada

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1926 By: Joseph W. Trutch

This is a fairly old example of a suspension bridge that retains excellent historic integrity and has been left in place for pedestrian use.

Kiskatinaw River Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Kiskatinaw River in Rural: Peace River District, British Columbia, Canada

Wood Howe Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 477 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown and J. S. C. Frost

This is a rare example of a timber truss railway bridge.

Costilla Crossing Bridge
Lobatos Bridge
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CR-G Over Rio Grande in Rural: Conejos County, Colorado and Costilla County, Colorado, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Thacher Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 314 ft. Main Span: 151 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1892 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is the only multi-span example of one of the rarest truss designs in the country, a Thacher truss.

Old Nipawin Bridge
Crooked Bridge
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Old Highway 35 and Railroad (Torch River Rail) Over North Saskatchewan River in Nipawin: Division 14 (Melfort), Saskatchewan, Canada

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,907 ft. Main Span: 280 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1930 By: Dominion Bridge Company of Montréal, Québec (Dominion Bridge Company of Winnipeg, Manitoba)

This is a very rare example of a double-deck combined highway and railway bridge.

Belleville Railroad Bridge
Sugar River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Badger State Trail) Over Sugar River in Belleville: Dane County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1887 By: Union Bridge Company of Athens, Pennsylvania and Buffalo, New York

This is an older surviving pin-connected railroad truss built by a notable bridge company, and with a distinctive portal bracing.

Mechums River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Mechums River and US-250 in Rural: Albemarle County, Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 357 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1889 By: Unknown

This bridge is an example of an older railroad Pratt truss bridge that was strengthened long ago by building a third riveted Warren truss line in between the original lines.

Hill Street Bridge
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Hill Street (Canal Street) Over Price River in Helper: Carbon County, Utah, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: James J. Burke and Company of Salt Lake City, Utah

This is a very early surviving state highway bridge and was moved here at an unknown time and location to serve here for pedestrian use.

Cow Bayou Bridge
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TX-73 and TX-87 Northbound Over Cow Bayou in Bridge City: Orange County, Texas, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 804 ft. Main Span: 154 ft. Roadway: 25.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Jensen Construction Company and Texas Highway Department

This is a rare Texas example of a deck plate girder swing bridge, and a rare example of one state's design (Louisiana) influencing the design of another state.

Cormier Road Bridge
Old Orangefield Road Bridge
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Cormier Road (Old Alignment of Orangefield Road) Over Cow Bayou in Orangefield: Orange County, Texas, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Pier)

Length: 280 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an unusual, very lightweight riveted pony truss swing bridge that has been abandoned.

McKee Street Bridge
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McKee Street Over Buffalo Bayou in Houston: Harris County, Texas, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved Chord Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 290 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 38.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: Don Hall Constructor of Houston, Texas and City of Houston, Joseph Gordon McKenzie

Not only is this an extremely rare example of a concrete curved chord through girder bridge, it is further unique for its continuous design.

London Bridge
Rennie's Bridge
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McCulloch Boulevard Over Bridgewater Channel Canal in Lake Havasu City: Mohave County, Arizona, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 930 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 33 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1831 By: Jolliffe and Banks of United Kingdom and John Rennie, Sir John Rennie, and George Rennie of United Kingdom

One of the most famous bridges in London, England history and today one of the most unique preservation projects in the world, this bridge was moved here to Arizona to form a signature landmark for Lake Havasu.

Old Canyon Diablo Bridge
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Historic US-66 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Canyon Diablo in Rural: Coconino County, Arizona, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 146 ft. Main Span: 128 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Thomas Maddock of Williams, Arizona and Topeka Bridge and Iron Company of Topeka, Kansas

This surviving remnant of historic US Route 66 has been abandoned when the route was realigned in the 1930s.

Pont de l'avenue Murer (Avenue Murer Bridge)
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Avenue Murer Over Ruisseau Gordon in Temiscaming: Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Québec, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional plate girder bridge has been closed to traffic, put left in place for pedestrian use.

Volunteer Bridge
Seven Hills Road Bridge
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Camp Falling Rock Drive Over Rocky Fork Creek in Rural: Licking County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Relocated and preserved, this 1870s Pratt pony truss has some extremely unusual details including trussed floor beams!

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Swan Creek Railroad Swing Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned New York, Chicago, and St. Louis Railroad, Nickel Plate Railroad) Over Swan Creek in Toledo: Lucas County, Ohio, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier)

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned, but historically significant railroad plate girder swing bridge was demolished!

Douthit's Ferry Bridge
Dowhait's Bridge
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Douthit Ferry Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Etowah River in Cartersville: Bartow County, Georgia, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 264 ft. Main Span: 132 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This bridge has long been bypassed and abandoned, and a large and rather crude alteration appears to be the only thing keeping a sagging top chord section from breaking and collapsing the bridge.

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Sewalls Falls Road Bridge
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Sewalls Falls Road Over Merrimack River in Concord: Merrimack County, New Hampshire, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 660 ft. Main Span: 167 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1915 By: Berlin Construction Company of Berlin Connecticut and John W. Storrs of Concord, New Hampshire (Storrs and Storrs of Concord, New Hampshire)

This was a bridge designed by one of the state's most notable engineers, and was also built by a notable bridge company, yet this bridge was not preserved.

Livermore Falls Bridge
Pumpkin Seed Bridge
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Abandoned Road Over Pemigewasset River in Rural: Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States

Metal 10 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 263 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This bridge should be considered to have an extremely high degree of historic significance as what may be the last surviving lenticular full deck truss bridge. Although the smaller approach span has collapsed, it appears that most of this span remains in place.

Pumpkin Hollow Road Bridge
Hollenbeck Bridge, Flying Church Bridge
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Building Entrance Ramp Over Ground in Great Barrington: Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

One of the more unique adaptive reuse projects for a historic bridge, this rare lenticular truss bridge has been restored and reused as a ramp access for a church that itself was converted for other uses.

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Gravel Run Road Railroad Overpass
Cussewago Street Railroad Overpass
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Gravel Run Road, Cussewago Street (PA-1002) Over Railroad (Conrail) in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 38 ft. Roadway: 23.6 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This riveted three span plate girder, barely a through girder with the girders only slightly above deck level, was demolished and the road abandoned.

Kise Mill Bridge
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Kise Mill Road (PA-4016) Over Bennett Run in Rural: York County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: William Wagman and Brother of Dallastown, Pennsylvania and Charles A. Williams

This outstanding stone arch bridge is noted for its span length, good condition, and sloped deck and parapet.

Stony Kill Bridge
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Private Drive Over Stony Kill in Rural: Columbia County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 78 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This classic riveted pony truss bridge serves a private access road.

Cemetery Drive Bridge
HSR

Cemetery Drive Over South Chuctanunda Creek in Rural: Montgomery County, New York, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 57 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown

This is a small steel stringer bridge from the 1930s. It is not known if the railing is original, or a newer railing, perhaps designed to look like the original.

Stewart Brook Bridge
Pavillion Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Stewart Brook in Lake Luzerne: Warren County, New York, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

It appears that some unknown bridge with lattice beams and ornate lattice railing was salvaged and reused in this park setting and to create a small footbridge.

Soper Road Bridge
HSR

Soper Road Over Saranac River in Rural: Clinton County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 151 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This highly unusual lightweight through truss bridge is composed of mostly angles, which is very uncommon for a through truss.

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Cove Road Bridge
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Cove Road Over Wood Creek in Rural: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1918 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

While a historic truss bridge south of here survives, this classic riveted plate girder was demolished and replaced.

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Schoellkopf Road Bridge
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Schoellkopf Road Over Cayuga Creek in Rural: Wyoming County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This Pratt truss bridge is noted for its ornate portal cresting and was spared demolition when the bridge was moved to Wyoming County Fairgrounds.

Beals Road Bridge
Bridge E-207
HSR

Beals Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 193 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This is a traditional example of a fixed through truss on the Erie Canal.

Green Street Bridge
HSR

Green Street Over Dunderberg Creek in Gilbertsville: Otsego County, New York, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 34 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1880 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This tiny bridge is a rare and outstanding early example of a King Bridge Company Pratt truss.

Jersey Shore Bridge
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PA-44 (Allegheny Street) Over West Branch Susquehanna River in Jersey Shore: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 445 ft. Main Span: 220 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1933 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This classic state standard through truss forms an attractive and notable gateway for Jersey Shore.

Newtown Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad Rail-Trail) Over Newtown Creek in Elmira: Chemung County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 173 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This unusual bridge is noted for its heavy skew, and unusual bracing to accommodate this, and the skew may also be the reason for the unusual vertical endposts.

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Seventh Lake Road Bridge
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CR-13 (Seventh Lake Road) Over Seventh Lake Outlet in Inlet: Hamilton County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This pony truss is noted as a documented example of a rivet-connected truss of the Groton Bridge Company.

Mill Street Bridge
Camp Fiver Bridge
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Mill Street Over Sangerfield River in Poolville: Madison County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 37 ft. Main Span: 36 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unique bowstring bridge trusses were placed on a replacement bridge as decorations, but the trusses retain their extremely unusual details.

Johnson's Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Private Drive Over Johnson's Creek in Rural: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This rare cast and wrought iron King bowstring truss bridge is long abandoned and extremely overgrown on private property.

Brownville Bridge
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Bridge Street (NY-971H) Over Black River in Brownville: Jefferson County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Welded Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 185 ft. Main Span: 181 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Unknown

This is a somewhat old example of a welded truss bridge, also welded through trusses are much more uncommon than welded pony truss bridges.

Butts Road Bridge
Bridge E-197
HSR

Butts Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Albion: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 192 ft. Main Span: 151 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This is a well-maintained example of the Erie Canal's distinctive Double-Warren through truss bridges.

Groth Road Bridge
Bridge E-190
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Groth Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 210 ft. Main Span: 167 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Unknown

Noted for its skew, this is a traditional example of a fixed through truss on the Erie Canal.

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Niagara Street Bridge
Long Homestead Bridge
HSR

Niagara Street (Empire State Trail) Over Ellicott Creek in Tonawanda: Erie County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 204 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: J.B. and J.M. Cornell Company of Cold Spring, New York and Empire Engineering of New York, New York

This is a traditional example of an Erie Canal fixed through truss has moved once and deserves to be preserved as part of the unique group of surviving New York State Barge canal era bridges.

Jackson Street Railroad Overpass
Skew Arch
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Jackson Street in Silver Creek: Chautauqua County, New York, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1869 By: E. W. Ensign

Although widened with concrete on one side, the original portion of this bridge is an exceedingly rare example of a helicoidal arch, the most advanced way to produce a skewed stone arch bridge.

Medina Culvert
Culvert Road Tunnel
HSR

Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) Over Culvert Road in Rural: Orleans County, New York, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1823 By: Unknown

This ancient and unusual stone arch structure is like a tunnel, or perhaps a short aqueduct, carrying the Erie Canal over a roadway.

Genesee River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX and Livonia, Avon and Lakeville) Over Genesee River in Rochester: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 16 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Modified Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 235 ft. Main Span: 235 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Ritler-Conley Manufacturing Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This extremely unusual bridge has a combination of pinned connections and riveted connections, and is an exceedingly rare polygonal Warren truss that uses pins at all.

Griffin Road Bridge
Skate Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Griffin Road (Skate Creek Road) Over Skate Creek Reservoir in Rural: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 640 ft. Main Span: 79 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This is one of the longest known pony truss bridges in New York State with a total of eight truss spans.

Capital Crescent Trail Bridge
Arizona Avenue Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Capital Crescent Rail-Trail) Over Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and Canal Road in Washington: District of Columbia, United States

Metal 11 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss,

Length: 342 ft. Main Span: 223 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Keystone Bridge Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

One of the most significant bridges in the District, this rare railroad Whipple truss and skewed Pratt truss has been preserved for pedestrian use.

Sandy Hook Bridge
US-340 Potomac River Bridge
HSR

US-340 (Jefferson Pike) Over Potomac River, Sandy Hook Road, and Railroad (CSX) in Rural: Washington County, Maryland and Loudoun County, Virginia, United States

Metal Continuous 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,251 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Roadway: 25.3 ft. Main Spans: 12

Built 1946 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Maryland State Roads Commission

This is a large and very beautiful deck truss noted for its attractive trusses, piers, and railings, and lack of alteration.

Harpers Ferry Truss Railroad Bridge
Winchester and Potomac Railroad Bridge, B&O Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) and Appalachian Trail Over Potomac River, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, and Harpers Ferry Road (Sandy Hook Road) in Harpers Ferry: Jefferson County, West Virginia and Washington County, Maryland, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 897 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1894 By: A. & P. Roberts and Company of Pencoyd, Pennsylvania (Pencoyd Iron Works) and William Lee Sisson

This is a notable multi-span pin-connected truss located at an important, historic crossing.

Harpers Ferry Plate Girder Railroad Bridge
B&O Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Potomac River, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, and Harpers Ferry Road (Sandy Hook Road) in Harpers Ferry: Jefferson County, West Virginia and Washington County, Maryland, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,415 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 13

Built 1931 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

The newer of two railroad bridges at this location, the construction of this bridge also resulted in reconstruction of the now-shared tunnel immediately east of these two bridges.

Harpers Ferry Trestle Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Bridge Street, Market Street, and Tell Street (Abandoned Streets) in Harpers Ferry: Jefferson County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,126 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge which wraps around historic Harpers Ferry, features long timber approach spans leading to a small plate girder main span.

Randolph Bridge
Virginius Island Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Shenendoah Canal in Harpers Ferry: Jefferson County, West Virginia, United States

Wood 3 Panel Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1974 By: Harpers Ferry Job Corps

Featuring "moderrn" timber trusses in 1974, this bridge is of extremely limited significance, but rests on piers which are from the 19th century, and the trusses were made to resemble the previous bridge at this location.

Potomac Street Railroad Overpass
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Potomac Street (Appalachian Trail) in Harpers Ferry: Jefferson County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small plate girder is one of several historic railroad bridges in this area.

Jefferson Pike Bridge
HSR

Jefferson Pike (MD-180) Over Catoctin Creek in Rural: Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 207 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1928 By: Unknown and Maryland State Roads Commission

Although Frederick County is noted for historic bridge preservation, this state owned bridge has been badly neglected and abused.

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CR-664 Bridge
HSR

CR-664 Over Little Payne Creek in Near Bowling Green: Hardee County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 96 ft. Main Span: 32 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1915 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This largely unaltered and traditional example of a Luten arch was noted for its multi-span design.

Emmick Road Bridge
HSR

Emmick Road (TR-642) Over Zimmerman Creek in Rural: Tioga County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

Located in a county and region with few surviving historic truss bridges, this bridge should perhaps get more recognition than it has in the past.

Carmen Road Private Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Private Drive Over Johnson's Creek Tributary in Rural: Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal 3 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Abandoned and somewhat damaged, this bridge is an exceedingly rare example of a ca 1870s bowstring formed from bent i-beam top chord, one of several such bridges in the state.

Carmen Road Bridge
HSR

Carmen Road Over Johnson's Creek in Rural: Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional example of a highway through plate girder.

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Lock Road Bridge
Bridge E-59
HSR

Lock Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) (Pools Brook) in Rural: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab,

Length: 182 ft. Main Span: 74 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Unknown

This less common fixed pony truss design used on the Barge Canal construction was used here to provide a canal crossing.

NY-237 Bridge
HSR

NY-237 (Main Street Road) Over East Branch Sandy Creek in Murray: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 57 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This representative example of a steel stringer bridge is unaltered, intact, and largely original example of a New York State standard for many years.

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Harney Bridge
HSR

Harney Bridge Road Over Saranac River in Rural: Clinton County, New York, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 114 ft. Main Span: 108 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This small stringer bridge was noted for its use of built-up riveted plate girder style beams.

Ganargua Creek Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Road Over Ganargua Creek in Rural: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This was reported as an 1879 product of the King Bridge Company making it one of the famous company's oldest surviving Pratt trusses in the entire country!

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CR-12 Bridge
HSR

CR-12 Over Butternut Creek in Rural: Otsego County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Smith and Caffrey Company of Syracuse, New York

This was an uncommon example of a polygonal pony truss bridge with only four slopes.

Ridge Road Bridge
HSR

Ridge Road (NY-104) Over Oak Orchard Creek in Rural: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 168 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 36 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1954 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This representative example of a steel stringer bridge is unaltered, intact, and largely original example of a New York State standard for many years.

Ranney Bridge
HSR

Ranney Way (Private Drive) Over Ausable River in Rural: Essex County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 13.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This classic Canton Bridge Company pony truss had its trusses attached as decorations to a steel stringer bridge on this private drive.

Pyrites Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (Pink Schoolhouse Road) Over Grasse River (Grass River) in Hermon: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Unknown

This attractive riveted pony truss bridge has been abandoned.

Coon Bridge
HSR

Coon Bridges Road Over Indian River (West Channel) in Rural: Jefferson County, New York, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 55 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This is a short but heavy duty pony truss bridge.

Red Bridge
Salmon Creek Road Bridge
HSR

Salmon Creek Road Over Salmon Creek in Lansing: Tompkins County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual subdivided double-intersection Warren truss has been rehabilitated.

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Fish Island Park Bridge
Canal Street Bridge
HSR

Canal Street Over Black River Channel in Dexter: Jefferson County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 129 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown

It is unclear why a 24 foot wide heavy duty 1930s riveted pony truss could not have been rehabilitated to continue to provide a historic iconic gateway to Fish Island Park.

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Batchellerville Bridge
Sacandaga Reservoir Bridge, Edinburg Bridge
HSR

Northville Road (CR-98) Over Sacandaga Reservoir in Edinburg: Saratoga County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 3,078 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 41

Built 1930 By: Pittsburgh - Des Moines Steel Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and William R. Davis

This extremely long continuous deck truss bridge was not preserved despite its high significance and excellent aesthetics.

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Clark’s Mills Bridge
HSR

River Road (CR-113) Over Batten Kill in Clarks Mills: Washington County, New York, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 303 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1916 By: N. R. Porterfield of New York, New York and Concrete-Steel Engineering Company of New York, New York and William Mueser

This notable concrete arch bridge with rare riveted, v-laced Melan reinforcement was demolished and replaced by a modern bridge with no heritage value whatsoever.

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US-20 Alexander Bridge
HSR

US-20 (Broadway Road) Over Tonawanda Creek in Alexander: Genesee County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Roadway: 37.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This was a traditional state design pony truss bridge.

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Bethany Center Road Bridge
HSR

Bethany Center Road Over US-20 (Broadway Street) in Rural: Genesee County, New York, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 116 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1932 By: Unknown

This was an unusual design of concrete t-beam overpass.

Washington Street Bridge
Channing Philbrick Park Bridge
HSR

Washington Street (Linear Park Drive) Over Irondequoit Creek in Penfield: Monroe County, New York, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1916 By: J. H. Weisher

This concrete arch bridge remains in place for pedestrian use and is noted for its traditional construction including Ransome style twisted bar rebar.

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Pine Street Bridge
Forest Hill Avenue Bridge
HSR

Pine Street (Forest Hill Avenue) Over Railroad (Adirondack Railroad) in Saranac Lake: Essex County, New York, United States

Wood 2 Panel Kingpost Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

In 2000, it appears this rare timber Kingpost overpass was replaced with a steel stringer bridge, with the kingpost trusses left in place as decorative elements.

Peet Road Bridge
HSR

Peet Road Over Butternut Creek in Rural: Otsego County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Vermont Construction Company of St. Albans, Vermont

This extremely old rivet-connected pony is also noted for its lack of vertical members and rare American use of British steel, and association with a little-known builder.

7th Street Bridge
4th Street Pedestrian Bridge
HSR

4th Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Allegheny River in Coudersport: Potter County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1883 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This King Bridge Company through truss was relocated from 7th Street to 4th Street where it replaced a less significant pony truss and was rehabilitated for pedestrians.

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4th Street Bridge
HSR

4th Street Over Allegheny River in Coudersport: Potter County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

A King Bridge Company through truss was relocated from 7th Street to 4th Street where it replaced this less significant pony truss.

Keating Summit Bridge
Bush Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Bush Hill Road (TR-305) Over Railroad (Western New York and Pennsylvania) in Keating Summit: Potter County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 82 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1891 By: Union Bridge Company of Athens, Pennsylvania and Buffalo, New York

This very early rivet connected truss built by an important bridge builder was one of the most significant historic bridges in the region.

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Toad Hollow Road Bridge
HSR

Toad Hollow Road (TR-300) Over Oswayo Creek in Oswayo: Potter County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This tiny pony truss was altered by addition of steel beams that carry the load, making the trusses decorative, which also have lost their diagonal members.

Bryant Hollow Bridge
HSR

Bryant Hollow Road (TR-356) Over Oswayo Creek in Oswayo: Potter County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 31 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Unknown

This classic Warren pony truss is today decorative after three culverts were stuck underneath it in 1981, making this bridge best viewed from the road.

Avenue A Bridge
HSR

Avenue A Over Allegheny River in Coudersport: Potter County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown

This is a late example of a highway plate girder bridge in Pennsylvania.

Horton Bridge
Old Cooks Falls Bridge
HSR

Chiloway Road Over Beaver Kill in Rural: Delaware County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Whipple (Double-Intersection Pratt) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 152 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This outstanding and rare King Whipple through truss bridge has been bypassed and abandoned.

Ditch Road Bridge
Holmesville Bridge
HSR

Ditch Road (TR-17) Over Unadilla River in Holmesville: Chenango County, New York and Otsego County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 86 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is a rare surviving multi-span example of a through truss built by the prolific Wrought Iron Bridge Company and it has a few surviving finials as well.

Lieb Road Bridge
HSR

Lieb Road Over Gee Brook in Rural: Cortland County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 59 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge appears to be an early example of a rivet-connected truss bridge and is noted for its lack of verticals and rare combination of riveted connections and floorbeam hangers.

4 Mile Creek Private Bridge
HSR

Private Drive Over 4 Mile Creek in Webster-On-The-Lake: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 2 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Climax Road Machine Company of Marathon, New York

This privately owned bridge is noted for its tiny size and is a rare surviving example of a small in-state bridge builder.

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Dresser Road Bridge
HSR

Dresser Road Over Fish Creek in Rural: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This tiny pony truss had its trusses turned into non-structural decorations, and is an illustration of the risks associated with doing this.

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Red Mill Bridge
County Bridge 76
HSR

Red Mill Road (TR-21) (Pleasant Street) Over Canasawacta Creek in Norwich: Chenango County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This historic bridge was unfortunately destroyed before a detailed photo-documentation could be completed.

Lake Street Bridge
HSR

CR-13 (Lake Street) Over Unadilla River in New Berlin: Chenango County, New York and Otsego County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 164 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This is a good example of a state standard through truss, a type that is rapidly disappearing in New York State.

Mohawk River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX and Mohawk, Adirondack and Northern) (Former New York Central) Over Mohawk River in Rural: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 57 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its Baltimore truss configuration, skew, and width consisting of three truss lines.

Williams Road Bridge
HSR

Williams Road (CR-23) Over Chenango River in Rural: Chenango County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This state standard pony truss is located off of a state highway a short distance south of the confluence of the Sangerfield River and the Chenango River.

Blanding Road Bridge
HSR

Blanding Road (TR-44) Over Chenango River in Rural: Chenango County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 21 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Smith and Caffrey Company of Syracuse, New York and New York State Department of Public Works

This classic state standard pony truss bridge is a form that is rapidly disappearing from the state's roads due to demolition and replacement.

Small Acres Lane Bridge
HSR

Small Acres Lane (Old Grand River Avenue Alignment) Over Pine Lake Outlet in Okemos: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 26 ft. Main Span: 26 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This bridge with its unusual railings today serves a dead-end road, but this road was originally part of the Grand River Avenue, Detroit-Lansing plank road.

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Crane Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Brightline and Florida East Coast) Over Crane Creek and Melbourne Avenue in Melbourne: Brevard County, Florida, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 650 ft. Main Span: 50 ft.

Built By: Unknown

Configured as a pair of superstructures on shared bents, this bridge was not preserved.

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Francis P. Whitehair Bridge
Crows Bluff Bridge
HSR

FL-44 Over St. Johns River in DeLand: Lake County, Florida and Volusia County, Florida, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Movable: Double Leaf Bascule and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 525 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Roadway: 27.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1955 By: Unknown

This is one of Florida's once numerous bascule bridges, but these bridges are rapidly disappearing as they are replaced with fixed high level bridges.

Rowlett Park Drive Bridge
HSR

Rowlett Park Drive Over Hillsborough River in Tampa: Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 159 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 28.2 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1957 By: Unknown

This bridge has been included as a representative example of a mid 20th century bridge in Florida.

Washington Street Bridge
HSR

Washington Street Over Fern Creek in Orlando: Orange County, Florida, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1926 By: Concrete Steel Bridge Company of Florida of Miami Beach, Florida and Morton Hagartney

A rare remnant of pre-Disney Orlando, this well-preserved bridge is noted for its attractive design, and it has a beautiful brick deck as well.

Private Edwin Tubbs Memorial Bridge
US-6 Allegheny River Bridge
HSR

US-6 (Chestnut Street and Eulalia Street) Over Allegheny River in Coudersport: Potter County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 117 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Roadway: 30.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: A. G. Andrew Engineering Company and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

This standard pony truss bridge retains original lattice sidewalk railings.

Pleasant Brook Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Road Over Pleasant Brook in Rural: Cortland County, New York, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned stringer bridge is noted for its jack arch deck and unusual ornamental lattice railings.

Drake Street Road Private Bridge
Oak Orchard Creek Tributary Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Private Drive Over Oak Orchard Creek Tributary in Near Oakfield: Genesee County, New York, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Classic lattice railing steel stringer bridges like this are uncommon today.

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US-20 Kinderhook Creek Bridge Center
HSR

US-20 and NY-66 Over Kinderhook Creek in Rural: Rensselaer County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

New York State jumped on free FEMA money as an opportunity to demolish and replace a unique trio of state standard truss bridges on this section of road.

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US-20 Kinderhook Creek Bridge East
HSR

US-20 and NY-66 Over Kinderhook Creek in Rural: Rensselaer County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 104 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

New York State jumped on free FEMA money as an opportunity to demolish and replace a unique trio of state standard truss bridges on this section of road.

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US-20 Kinderhook Creek Bridge West
HSR

US-20 Over Kinderhook Creek in Rural: Rensselaer County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 116 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

New York State jumped on free FEMA money as an opportunity to demolish and replace a unique trio of state standard truss bridges on this section of road.

Cortland Railroad Bridge
Tioughnioga River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (New York, Susquehanna & Western. Over Tioughnioga River in Cortland: Cortland County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 415 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This highly unusual railroad through truss appears to have been altered using spare parts, a very long time ago.

Delaware Aqueduct
Roebling's Delaware Aqueduct
HSR

Delaware Drive (Former Delaware and Hudson Canal) Over Delaware River in Rural: Sullivan County, New York and Pike County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 535 ft. Main Span: 141 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1848 By: John A. Roebling and John A. Roebling and Russel F. Lord

One of the oldest suspension bridges in the United States, this bridge is also noted for its design as an aqueduct, although today it is used as a traditional bridge.

Lower Toddsville Road Bridge
HSR

Lower Toddsville Road Over Oaks Creek in Rural: Otsego County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This bridge is a short, classic example of a ca. 1880s Wrought Iron Bridge Company through truss bridge.

Kellams Bridge
HSR

Kellams Bridge Road (PA-1018) Over Delaware River in Rural: Sullivan County, New York and Wayne County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 385 ft. Main Span: 384 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: David Kellam

Although most of the bridge seen today actually dates to 1936, this small scale suspension bridge is noted for its unusual design which features a main cable that dips below the deck of the bridge.

Norwich Railroad Bridge South
HSR

Railroad (New York, Susquehanna, and Western) Over Canasawacta Creek in Norwich: Chenango County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Modified Warren (Subdivided) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 117 ft. Main Span: 115 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad through truss is noted for its subdivided Warren truss configuration.

H Moyer Road Bridge
HSR

H Moyer Road Over Otsquago Creek in Hallsville: Montgomery County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 10.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This is an outstanding, unaltered example of a bridge built by the Groton Bridge Company, a prolific New York State bridge builder.

US-281 Brazos River Bridge
HSR

US-281 (Southbound) Over Brazos River in Rural: Palo Pinto County, Texas, United States

Metal Continuous 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,138 ft. Main Span: 252 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Brown and Root of Houston, Texas and Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. and Texas Highway Department

This outstanding example of a continuous through truss stands out as the only one of its kind in this area.

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Pike Footbridges
HSR

NY-19 (Main Street) (Sidewalks) Over Wiscoy Creek in Pike: Wyoming County, New York, United States

Metal Lattice Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 46 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

At the time of documentation, two unique lattice girder foot bridges carried sidewalks here, however one has since collapsed and been removed.

Brasher Falls Bridge
HSR

NY-11C (Main Street) Over St. Regis River in Brasher Falls: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 155 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This is a good unaltered example of a small state standard through truss in a populated location that includes sidewalks.

Crawford Creek Road Bridge
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Crawford Creek Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Crawford Creek in Rural: Allegany County, New York, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This classic Warren pony truss is closed to traffic but currently remains in use for snowmobiles.

Lake Road West Fork Bridge
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Lake Road West Fork (CR-234) Over Sandy Creek in Rural: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 26.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge, possibly designed by the county, features a truss configuration that is uncommon in the state, since the state usually designed using Warren-based trusses.

Southern Reservoirs Bridges
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Reservoir Access Over Southern Reservoirs Outlet in New Hartford: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

These two tiny stringer bridges have ornate railings that were salvaged from an unknown previous bridge, probably a pre-1900 bridge given the ornate railing design.

Home Road Bridge
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Home Road Over Ellicott Creek in Millgrove: Erie County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This traditional riveted pony truss bridge was sadly demolished without a replacement before a more complete photo-documentation was completed.

Black Creek Private Bridge
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Private Drive Over Black Creek in Birdsall: Allegany County, New York, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 26 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 11 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Canton Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This is an extremely tiny pony truss bridge, and although missing, there is evidence of former plaques at the top of the end post, which was used by the Canton Bridge Company.

West Stockholm Bridge
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West Stockholm - Southville Road (CR-57) Over West Branch St. Regis River in West Stockholm: St. Lawrence County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 153 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1883 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This excellent and rare multi-span pony truss built by the noteworthy Groton Bridge Company, and its trusses were converted to decorative, a compromise preservation solution that has been nicely implemented here.

Lake Avenue Bridge
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Lake Avenue Over Owasco Outlet in Auburn: Cayuga County, New York, United States

Metal Continuous Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 268 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 48 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1954 By: William E. Bouley Company of Auburn, New York and David Steinman of New York, New York

This is one of the smallest, simplest known bridges that David Steinman, one of America's greatest and most famous engineers, was hired to design.

Brooklyn Street Bridge
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Brooklyn Street Over Chenango River in Eaton: Madison County, New York, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This classic riveted pony truss has surviving remnants of a plaque indicating it was the work of the prolific in-state builder, Groton Bridge Company.

Baskins Farm Bridge South
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Private Drive Over Little Tonawanda Creek in Rural: Genesee County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

A classic Wrought Iron Bridge Company pony truss, this is one of two very noteworthy bridges found on this private farm,

Baskins Farm Bridge North
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Private Drive Over Little Tonawanda Creek in Rural: Genesee County, New York, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Penn Bridge Company of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania

One of two very noteworthy bridges found on this private farm, this extremely unusual bridge is a very unique example of the work of the notable Penn Bridge Company.

Base Street Culvert
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Base Street Over Crapaud Creek in New Baltimore: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Metal Culvert, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This culvert has lattice railings from a previous bridge on it.

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Greyson Creek Bridge
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M-136 and Bricker Road Over Greyson Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This was an increasingly uncommon example of a small-scale bridge using a railing design unique to Michigan and matching the architecture of other larger period bridges.

Burtch Road Driveway Bridge
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Private Drive Over Milwaukee Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 16 ft. Main Span: 16 ft. Roadway: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Located on a private access, this bridge has been spared road salt and modern guardrails, making it an outstanding example of its type.

Castor Road Bridge
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Castor Road Over Neaton Drain in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 21 ft. Main Span: 18 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This is an extremely tiny example of a bridge using a fence-like standard railing that some counties in Michigan used.

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Blacks Corners Road Bridge
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Blacks Corners Road Over Belle River in Imlay City: Lapeer County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This was an increasingly uncommon example of a small-scale bridge using a railing design unique to Michigan and matching the architecture of other larger period bridges.

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Jeddo Road Mill Creek Bridge 2
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Jeddo Road Over Mill Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This was an example of a bridge using a fence-like standard railing that some counties in Michigan used.

Jeddo Road Burtch Creek Bridge
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Jeddo Road Over Burtch Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Roadway: 19 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1957 By: Unknown

This stringer bridge is noted for its pipe railing.

Ruth Road Bridge
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Ruth Road Over Black River in Rural: Sanilac County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1952 By: Unknown

This steel stringer bridge is noted for its unaltered R4 railing.

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Brockway Bridge
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M-19 (Emmett Road) Over Mill Creek in Brockway: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Price Brothers Company of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This stringer bridge was noted for its long span, which required riveted beams as it exceeded the 60 foot maximum for a regular rolled steel beam at the time.

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Krafft Road Bridge
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Krafft Road Over Howe Drain in Port Huron and Fort Gratiot Township: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 23 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 37.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This tiny stringer bridge was noted for its original railings, which only survived on one side, consisting of an unusual combination of steel lattice and concrete post.

CR-657 Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Amtrak) Over CR-657 in Rural: Van Buren County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 27 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

In a county with hardly any bridges of historic value this (along with another nearby similar bridge) may be one of the oldest if not the oldest bridge found on county roads.

Drape Road Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Amtrak) Over Drape Road in Rural: Van Buren County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

In a county with hardly any bridges of historic value this (along with another nearby similar bridge) may be one of the oldest if not the oldest bridge found on county roads.

Sutton Road Private Bridge
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Sutton Road Over Sutton Road Drain in Rural: Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This private access bridge is an unaltered and rare example of a steel stringer bridge with lattice railing.

St. Clair Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Pine River in St. Clair: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 130 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional railroad plate girder bridge.

Port Huron and Detroit Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Rail-Trail) Over Belle River in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional railroad plate girder bridge, whose conversion to rail-trail usage obstructed most of the girder details with timber railing.

Smiths Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Smiths Creek in Smiths Creek: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 35 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a very tiny railroad plate girder bridge.

Paddock Viaduct
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Main Street (US-287 Business) Over West Fork Trinity River in Fort Worth: Tarrant County, Texas, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 1,319 ft. Main Span: 225 ft. Roadway: 54 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1914 By: Hannam-Hickeys Brothers of St. Louis, Missouri and Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia and Brennecke and Fay of St. Louis, Missouri

This is a long, landmark concrete arch bridge with impressive concrete approach spans as well.

Long Branch Road Bridge
Bridge E-74, Lake Outlet Bridge
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Long Branch Road Over Onondaga Lake Outlet in Salina: Onondaga County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 247 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This bridge features a truss bridge flanked by plate girder spans.

Rein Road Bridge
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Rein Road Over Ellicott Creek in Cheektowaga: Erie County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 83 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This traditional riveted pony truss has been rehabilitated.

Utica Street Bridge
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Railroad (New York Central, Falls Road Branch) Over Utica Street in Brockport: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built 1924 By: Shoemaker Bridge Company of Pottstown, Pennsylvania

This bridge is noted for its documented associated with a little-known bridge company.

Peake Road Bridge
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Peake Road Over I-96 in Rural: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Continuous Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 299 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1958 By: B. H. Sargent of Grand Rapids, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is an increasingly rare example of a concrete curved t-beam overpass that retains original R4 railings, albeit with Armco guardrail added.

9 Mile Creek Aqueduct
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Erie Canal and Canalway Trail Over 9 Mile Creek in Rural: Onondaga County, New York, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1841 By: Denton and Cromwell

This crossing has been fully restored, and offers a functional timber aqueduct paired with the original stone arch towpath bridge.

Lackawaxen Railroad Bridge
Bridge 110.54
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern and Central New York, Former Erie Railroad, ) Over Lackawaxen River, Masthope Plank Road, and Scenic Drive in Lackawaxen: Pike County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 591 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1894 By: Union Bridge Company of Athens, Pennsylvania and Buffalo, New York

This bridge is a great example of how railroads would alter bridges (both long ago and more recently) to accommodate increasing loads and increased deterioration.

Veterans Memorial Bridge
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NY-104 (Keeler Street Expressway, Ridge Road) Over Genesee River and Bridge View Drive in Rochester: Monroe County, New York, United States

Concrete (Stone Faced) Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 972 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 90 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1931 By: Booth and Flinn Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and F. P. McKibben

This monumental concrete arch bridge features an attractive stone facing making it look like a giant stone arch bridge.

Platt Street Bridge
Pont de Rennes
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Genesee Riverway Trail Over Genesee River in Rochester: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Triple Warren) Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 859 ft. Main Span: 158 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1891 By: Rochester Bridge and Iron Works of Rochester, New York and Leffert L. Buck

Iconic and preserved for pedestrians, this lattice truss bridge is rare not only as a deck truss variety of this truss configuration, but also for its presentation as a triple intersection Warren.

Broad Street Bridge
Erie Canal Aqueduct
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Broad Street Over Genesee River in Rochester: Monroe County, New York, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 437 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1842 By: Unknown and Nathan S. Roberts

This ancient structure was originally an aqueduct for the original Erie Canal, and has been altered over the years to serve a subway and a highway.

Court Street Dam Bridge
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Dam Access Over Genesee River in Rochester: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 370 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1926 By: Unknown

These truss spans are an integral part of a dam at this location.

Smith Street Bridge
Bausch Memorial Bridge
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Smith Street and Bausch Street Over Genesee River in Rochester: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 916 ft. Main Span: 420 ft. Roadway: 58 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Although somewhat difficult to view and photograph, this is an impressive high level deck truss bridge.

Lancaster Avenue Bridge
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Lancaster Avenue Over Clear Fork Trinity River and Various Streets and Railroad in Fort Worth: Tarrant County, Texas, United States

Metal Continuous 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 2,976 ft. Main Span: 133 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 21

Built 1938 By: Russ Mitchell Inc. of Houston, Texas and Texas Highway Department, Julian Monthomery

This very long deck truss is also noted for its monumental Art Deco details, and is noted for its outstanding lack of alteration.

Henderson Street Bridge
Royal Street Bridge
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TX-199 (Henderson Street) Over Clear Fork Trinity River in Fort Worth: Tarrant County, Texas, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 796 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 56 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Frank Parrott of Dallas, Texas and Ira G. Hedrick of Hot Springs, Arkansas and C. Milo Thelin

This beautiful concrete arch bridge is complimented by a long series of approach spans, and is noted for its lack of alteration and association with a notable engineer.

Ford Street Bridge
Bridge E-156, Clarissa Street Bridge
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Ford Street Over Genesee River in Rochester: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 459 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 50 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1917 By: Seneca Engineering Company of Montour Falls, New York

This multi-span pony truss with impressive decorative columns was widened, turning the trusses into non-structural elements, but the bridge remains an attractive landmark.

Post Creek Private Bridge
Dobby Drive Bridge
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Dobby Drive Over Post Creek in Rural: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge, noted for its v-laced end posts, has the unusual distinction of its portal bracing broken and dangling at one end!

Rochester Erie Canal Railroad Bridge
Bridge E-162
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Railroad (Rochester Southern) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rochester: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a short but extremely wide railroad deck truss with five truss lines crossing the historic Erie Canal.

Cayadutta Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Fonda, Johnstown and Gloversville) Over Cayadutta Creek and NY-334 in Fonda: Montgomery County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This deck truss with uncommon, fishbelly design has been abandoned.

Athens Road Spencer Drain Bridge
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Athens Road (Old M-78) Over Spencer Drain in Rural: Branch County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Raff and Dexter of Lansing, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This small bridge is a reminder of this county road's trunkline past.

Athens Road Bridge
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Athens Road (Old M-78) Over St. Joseph River Overflow Channel in Rural: Branch County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This small bridge is a reminder of this county road's trunkline past.

Fawn River Road Bridge
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Fawn River Road (CR-132) Over Fawn River in Rural: St. Joseph County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1954 By: Carl Goodwin and Sons of Allegan, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This steel stringer bridge with R4 railing is an increasingly rare example of such a bridge that has not been altered by the addition of Armco guardrail.

West Street Bridge
Sanford Avenue Pedestrian Bridge
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Sanford Avenue (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Cattaraugus Creek in Arcade: Wyoming County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Welded Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 93 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1937 By: Unknown

This is a very early surviving example of a welded truss bridge, and it was relocated and preserved for pedestrian use.

Division Street Bridge
Bridge E-117
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Division Street Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Palmyra: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 151 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This classic Erie Canal through truss bridge is a beautiful structure that contributes to the history of the Palmyra area.

Palmyra-Marion Road Bridge
Bridge E-116
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Palmyra-Marion Road (NY-21) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Palmyra: Wayne County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Bolt-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 330 ft. Main Span: 230 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1961 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This is a late example of a through truss in the state, and stands out from the older truss bridges over the Erie Canal.

Bridge E-40
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Railroad (CSX) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Herkimer County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 52.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This railroad bridge is noted for its skew, Baltimore truss configuration, and its three truss line arrangement.

Camp Sam Wood Bridge
Scout Camp Bridge
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Camp Sam Wood Road Over Wiscoy Creek in Rural: Wyoming County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This classic Wrought Iron Bridge Company pony truss is hidden within this scout camp.

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Handsome Brook Bridge
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Private Drive Over Handsome Brook in Rural: Chenango County, New York, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Climax Road Machine Company of Marathon, New York

After sitting abandoned for many years, this classic Warren pony truss bridge made a move on a trailer to a historic park in Sherburne before disappearing again.

William Street Bridge
Little Falls Bridge
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William Street Over Mohawk River North Channel in Little Falls: Herkimer County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 190 ft. Main Span: 190 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is an extremely rare highway example of a lattice through truss bridge.

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Sour Springs Road Bridge
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Sour Springs Road Over Oak Orchard Creek in Rural: Genesee County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 66 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1885 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

Someone crashed into this bridge, destroying what was an excellent pony truss and work of the Groton Bridge Company.

River Road Bridge
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River Road Over Coldwater River in Rural: Branch County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1957 By: Clark Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This is an early example of a pre-stressed concrete bridge in Michigan of decent size, and retaining original railings.

Boonville Bailey Truss Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Unnamed Waterway in Boonville: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal Single-Truss, Single-Story Bailey Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an older Bailey truss of historic age, located near a historic Whipple arch bridge.

Little Tonawanda Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Groveland Secondary Rail-Trail, former Delaware, Lackawanna, and Western) Over Little Tonawanda Creek in Rural: Genesee County, New York, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This is a concrete arch railroad bridge, evidence of this line's former ownership, a company that liked to build concrete arch bridges.

NY-26 Willet Creek Bridge
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NY-26 Over Willet Creek in Willet: Cortland County, New York, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This small concrete arch bridge with stone faced railings is notable as a product of Depression era relief programs.

Sickmiller Road Bridge
Sullivan County Bridge 279
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Sickmiller Road Over East Branch Callicoon Creek in Rural: Sullivan County, New York, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 22 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1850 By: Unknown

If the 1850 construction date given is accurate, this is a very old stone arch bridge in New York State.

Millville Bridge
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Abandoned Private Drive Over Fish Creek Tributary in Millville: Orleans County, New York, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny stone arch bridge is abandoned in a tiny old ghost town of sorts, and the history and original use of this bridge is unknown.

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School Street Bridge
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School Street Over Salmon Creek in Rural: Wayne County, New York, United States

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 22 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 20.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1899 By: E. Pullman

This stone arch bridge bears the logo of the Masons on its plaque, and is noted for its slightly elliptical arch.

Brockport Main Street Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (New York Central, Falls Road Branch) Over Main Street (NY-19) in Brockport: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 76 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1904 By: McClintic-Marshall Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This traditionally composed plate girder overpass bridge is noted as an early documented bridge built by the McClintic-Marshall Company which became a very large company.

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Fayle Road Bridge
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Fayle Road Over South Branch West Canada Creek in Rural: Hamilton County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 72 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 10.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: Havana Bridge Works of Montour Falls, New York and Elmira, New York

This bridge in the middle of nowhere is an extremely rare example of a little-known in-state builder.

North Grand Island Bridges
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I-190 Over Niagara River (North Channel) in Grand Island: Erie County, New York, United States

Metal Cantilever Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 4,048 ft. Main Span: 500 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 11

Built 1935 By: Taylor-Fichter Steel Construction Company of New York, New York and Waddell and Hardesty of New York, New York

Smaller than the bridges at the south end of the island, these bridges are part of the same projects, and one of these two bridges was built in 1935 and the other in 1963, and are nearly identical.

Dix Bridge
Clark's Mills Bridge
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Dix Bridge Road (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Hudson River in Clarks Mills and Schuylerville: Washington County, New York and Saratoga County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 426 ft. Main Span: 144 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1895 By: R. F. Hawkins Iron Works of Springfield, Massachusetts

This extremely rare bridge was saved from demolition and instead preserved in place for pedestrian use, an outstanding reuse of a bridge like this.

Dam E-9
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Dam Bridge Over Mohawk River and Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Randall: Montgomery County, New York, United States

Metal 13 Panel Rivet-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 360 ft. Main Span: 180 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1914 By: Acme Engineering and Contracting Company and David A. Watt

This unique structure is a special type of dam found on the Erie Canal known as a Mohawk Dam or Bridge Dam.

Fork Shop Road Bridge
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Fork Shop Road Over Oaks Creek in Rural: Otsego County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 54 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This bridge is a good example of a product of the Groton Bridge Company, displaying details found on bridges built from perhaps the 1885 to 1895 time frame.

Frazier Bridge
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Frazier Bridge Drive (Champlain Avenue) Over LaChute River in Ticonderoga: Essex County, New York, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1894 By: Alex Lee and D. M. Arnold

This stone arch bridge is unique due to its ornate metal railings, since metal railings are rarely found on American stone arch bridges.

Clinton Street Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (CSX) (Former New York Central) Over Clinton Street (NY-354) in Buffalo: Erie County, New York, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1904 By: Russel Wheel and Foundry Company of Detroit, Michigan

This plate girder overpass is noted as being built by a little-known bridge company.

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Pineville Bridge
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CR-48 Over Salmon River in Rural: Oswego County, New York, United States

Metal 14 Panel Pin-Connected Pennsylvania Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 233 ft. Main Span: 228 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Oswego County decided the best way to address this beautiful and very rare pin-connected Pennsylvania through truss was to reduce it to scrap metal.

Sidney Bridge
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Main Street Over Susquehanna River in Sidney: Delaware County, New York and Otsego County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 385 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York and New York State Department of Public Works

This is an excellent example of a state standard pony truss presented in a less-common multi-span configuration.

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Knox Road Bridge
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Knox Road (TR-402) Over Cowanesque River in Rural: , United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1917 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

This bridge was built by a notable bridge builder and also had an attractive abutment railing design.

Beer's Bridge
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Beers Bridge Way Over East Branch Ausable River in Rural: Essex County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This is a classic example of a pony truss built by the Groton Bridge Company.

Wood Road Bridge
County Bridge Number 39
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Wood Road Over Foster Branch Sugar Run in Rural: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 56 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Montour Steel Company of Montour Falls, New York

This bridge is notable as a documented example of a bridge builder for which no other known bridges exist.

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Brown Hoag Road Bridge
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Brown Hoag Road Over Railroad (CSX) (Former New York Central) in Rural: Oneida County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This highway over railroad bridge was likely moved to this location in 1906 from an unknown previous location.

Bricker Road Bridge
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Bricker Road Over Mill Creek in Rural: St. Clair County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

St. Clair County was one of a few Michigan counties that used this unusual picket railing on a number of its bridges for a time.

Richfield County Park Footbridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Flint River in Rural: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This suspension footbridge with stone faced concrete towers is significant as an unusual design, and for its association with Depression-era relief programs.

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Richfield County Park Abandoned Bridge
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Abandoned Park Drive Over Zufelt Drain in Rural: Genesee County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This tiny concrete encased steel stringer bridge was faced in stone to make it look like an arch bridge, likely dated to the 1930s, and is today partially collapsed on a long-abandoned park road alignment.

Bitz Road Bridge
Stony Creek Road Abandoned Bridge
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Bitz Road (Abandoned Section) Over Herkimer Drain in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Corrugated Multi-Plate Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Located on abandoned alignment, this small corrugated plate bridge may date to the 1930s or 1940s, when this bridge type was most common.

Stony Creek Tributary Private Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway (Private) Over Stony Creek Tributary in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This footbridge uses lattice railings that were likely salvaged and reused from a former highway or driveway steel stringer bridge.

Ruhle Road Bridge
Cemetery Road Bridge
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Ruhle Road Over Ballston Creek in Rural: Saratoga County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Lenticular Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 52 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Roadway: 11.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

The tragic loss of a historic 1870s stone arch bridge to collapse was addressed in the nicest way possible, by replacing it with a relocated historic lenticular truss bridge!

Mathers Mill Road Bridge
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Mathers Mill Road Over Sandy Creek in Rural: Jefferson County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 114 ft. Main Span: 110 ft. Roadway: 15.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1894 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This outstanding example of a Groton Bridge Company through truss featuring one of the company's ornate plaque designs has been preserved in place for pedestrian use.

I-75 CN Railroad Overpass
US-23 CN Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over I-75 and US-23 in Flint: Genesee County, Michigan,

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1952 By: Louis Garavaglia of Warren, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This attractive and unaltered railroad overpass bridge with R4 railing is difficult to photograph since it is located in the middle of an interchange.

Continental Avenue Viaduct
Ronald Kirk Bridge, Lamar-McKinney Street Viaduct, West Dallas Gateway
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Pedestrian Walkway (Former Continental Avenue Alignment) Over Trinity River in Dallas: Dallas County, Texas, United States

Metal Cantilever Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 2,120 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 39.4 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: L. H. Lacy Company of Dallas, Texas and Francis Dey Hughes of Dallas, Texas

This is one of several bridges built in Dallas to accommodate a realignment of the river, with unusual design noted for its cantilever stringer spans and extremely long t-beam approach spans.

Commerce Street Bridge
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Commerce Street Over Trinity River in Dallas: Dallas County, Texas, United States

Metal Cantilever Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,969 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 60 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas and Francis Dey Hughes of Dallas, Texas

This is one of several bridges built in Dallas to accommodate a realignment of the river, with unusual design noted for its cantilever stringer spans and extremely long t-beam approach spans.

Delhi Railway Bridge
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Railroad (GIO Rail, Trillium Railway) (Former St. Thomas and Eastern Railway) Over Big Creek in Delhi: Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder,

Length: 1,060 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is a shockingly large bridge for such a small creek, equally shocking is how thoroughly buried this bridge is, making photography extremely difficult.

Tillsonburg Railway Bridge South
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Big Otter Creek in Tillsonburg: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,254 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This impressive deck truss bridge soars over the river valley and a walking trail underneath allows people to visit the bridge.

Tillsonburg Railway Bridge North
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Big Otter Creek in Tillsonburg: Oxford County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 755 ft. Main Span: 35 ft.

Built By: Unknown

This high level tower and girder style bridge is noted for its unusual caissons and lightweight bents which have eyebar braces reminiscent of older bridges.

Waterworks Road Driveway Bridge
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Private Drive Over Stoney Creek in Sarnia: Lambton County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 63 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This small riveted plate girder bridge appears to be an relocated and reused railway bridge.

Fingal Line Bridge
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Fingal Line (CR-16) Over Kettle Creek in St. Thomas: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Concrete Continuous Rigid-Frame, Fixed

Length: 158 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This two span bridge is noted for its asymmetrical spans.

Riverside Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX, Grand Rapids Subdivision) Over Paw Paw River in Riverside: Berrien County, Michigan, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder,

Length: 260 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Detroit Bridge and Iron Works of Detroit, Michigan

This deck truss railroad bridge with approach spans is an unexpected find, as it crosses a small river that would not normally be expected to have a bridge of this type.

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M-43 Coldwater River Bridge
Carlton Center Bridge
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M-43 (Carlton Center Road) Over Coldwater River in Rural: Barry County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 135 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1956 By: L. W. Lamb Company of Jackson, Michigan and Lamar Pipe and Tile Company of Grand Rapids, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge is one of the first pre-stressed concrete bridges designed and built by the Michigan State Highway Department.

Hastings Road Bridge
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Hastings Road Over I-96 in Rural: Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 240 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1959 By: Walter Toebe Company and Sargent Construction Company and Michigan State Highway Department

Although Armco guardrail has been added, this bridge is an example of a curved t-beam overpass with attractive R4 railings.

L Drive South Bridge
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L Drive South Over Nottawa Drain in Rural: Calhoun County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an increasingly uncommon example of a small-scale bridge using a railing design unique to Michigan, and matching the architecture of other larger period bridges.

Arlington Street Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (CSX, Grand Rapids Subdivision) Over Arlington Street in Bangor: Van Buren County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 45 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a small, traditional plate girder grade separation, somewhat uncommon in a small city like Bangor.

Bangor Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX, Grand Rapids Subdivision) Over Maple Creek in Bangor: Van Buren County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 51 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This is a tiny railroad concrete arch bridge.

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Dodge Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Clinton River in Sterling Heights: Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 75 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual riveted footbridge with curved ends was sadly demolished and replaced with a modern bridge.

Dallas-Oak Cliff Viaduct
Houston Street Viaduct
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Houston Street and Railroad (Dallas Area Rapid Transit) Over Trinity River and Various Roads and Railroads in Dallas: Dallas County, Texas, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 5,106 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 25.3 ft. Main Spans: 51

Built 1911 By: Corrigan, Lee and Halpin of Kansas City, Missouri and Hedrick and Cochrane of Kansas City, Missouri

Not only is this an early surviving example of a concrete arch bridge this is also an extremely long example, making it a major engineering achievement when completed.

Corinth Street Viaduct
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Corinth Street Over Trinity River and Rock Island Street in Dallas: Dallas County, Texas, United States

Metal Cantilever Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 3,300 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Austin Bridge Company of Dallas, Texas and Francis Dey Hughes of Dallas, Texas

This is one of several bridges built in Dallas to accommodate a realignment of the river, with unusual design noted for its cantilever stringer spans and extremely long t-beam approach spans.

Euless School Bridge
Grapevine Highway Bridge, Arlington Trinity River Bridge, Old Iron Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Unnamed Drain in Euless: Tarrant County, Texas, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This beautiful example of a King Bridge Company through truss has been preserved at this location for pedestrian use, the second time the bridge has moved.

Exall Dam Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Exall Lake (Turtle Creek) in Highland Park: Dallas County, Texas, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 132 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This pedestrian bridge uses a lightweight double-intersection Warren truss design composed of rolled angles, a lightweight style of truss that is extremely rare.

CN Red Cedar River Railroad Bridge East
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Red Cedar River and Lansing River Trail in Lansing: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 18 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built By: Unknown

The very simple concrete design of this bridge makes it look newer than it may in fact actually be, as the concrete looks fairly old up close.

CSX Red Cedar River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over Red Cedar River and Lansing River Trail in Lansing: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 160 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Roadway: 9.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This is a traditional deck plate girder with spans of decent length and girder depth.

Hall Street Bridge
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Hall Street Over Turtle Creek in Dallas: Dallas County, Texas, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown

This small concrete arch bridge is an early surviving example of concrete bridge construction in Texas, and it has brick or stone shaped patterns on the concrete, a common architectural detail on early concrete bridges.

Riverside Plaza Skybridge
Ogilvie Transportation Center Skybridge, Accenture Tower Skybridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Canal Street in Chicago: Cook County, Illinois, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 35 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Bass Construction Company of Chicago, Illinois and F. E. Brown

This skybridge structure has been included because it includes highly visible bridge-like structures, notably heavy plate girders with hangers below that hold the walkway.

Old Channel Elm Fork Trinity River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Trinity Railway Express) Over Elm Fork Trinity River (Old Channel) in Dallas: Dallas County, Texas, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 262 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: Unknown

This impressive lattice truss railroad bridge crosses the old channel of the river which was diverted in 1930.

Elm Fork Trinity River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Trinity Railway Express) Over Elm Fork Trinity River in Dallas: Dallas County, Texas, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 1,528 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This classic Baltimore truss railroad bridge sits next to a modern plate girder railroad bridge.

Trinity River UP Railroad Bridge
Great Trinity Forest Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Trinity River in Dallas: Dallas County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 325 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1904 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This is an impressive, traditional pin-connected Parker through truss railroad bridge which retains good historic integrity.

Trinity River UP Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Trinity River in Dallas: Dallas County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 2,954 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York (Some Spans)

This is a traditional railroad through truss bridge with a Warren configuration with a very long approach and a strange variety of approaches and substructures.

Trinity River UP Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Trinity River in Dallas: Dallas County, Texas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 2,040 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1930 By: Unknown

This truss bridge with its long plate girder approach system stands out in the open and is easy to view.

Allegheny Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Schuylkill River Rail-Trail) Over Allegheny Creek and Green Hills Road (PA-568) in Gibraltar: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This rail-trail bridge is a concrete arch bridge, and it sits next to a deck plate girder with stone piers.

Jackson Street Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Jackson Street in Birdsboro: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an attractive stone arch overpass, although widened with concrete on one side.

Birdsboro Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Schuylkill River and Main Street in Birdsboro: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This attractive concrete arch bridge is magical because everything except the overpass span disappears behind the trees in the summer!

Douglasville Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Schuylkill River Rail-Trail) Over Schuylkill River in Douglasville: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 11

Built 1912 By: Eyre-Shoemaker Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This railroad bridge now serves a rail-trail, and is overgrown, making it difficult to photo.

Allegheny Aqueduct
Gibraltar Aqueduct
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Girard Canal (Schuylkill Canal) Over Berks County, Pennsylvania in Gibraltar: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 113 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1824 By: Samuel Pettitt and/or Ehner Kimber and Ephraim Beecher

This is not only a rare surviving stone arch aqueduct, but it is also an extremely old stone arch of any type.

Indian Corn Creek Aqueduct
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Girard Canal (Schuylkill Canal) Over Indian Corn Creek in Robeson Township: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Elliptical Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown and Ephraim Beecher

Buried and abandoned, this is one of several surviving aqueducts related to the Schuylkill Canal, and as such it may date to the 1820s.

Old River Road Bridge
Schuylkill Road
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Old River Road (Schuylkill Road) (TR-363) Over Indian Corn Creek in Robeson Township: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Continuous Slab, Fixed

Length: 43 ft. Main Span: 21 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1917 By: Unknown and Pennsylvania State Highway Department

Located on old state highway alignment, this is an early and outstanding example of a state-designed reinforced concrete slab bridge.

School Street Bridge
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School Street (TR-423) Over Sixpenny Creek in Union Township: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 33 ft. Main Span: 33 ft. Roadway: 17.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Ferro-Concrete Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This is an outstanding and unaltered example of an early concrete arch bridge built by a pioneering concrete bridge company to Luten patents.

Hay Creek Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern, Former Reading Railroad) Over Hay Creek in Birdsboro: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 128 ft. Main Span: 25 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1917 By: Unknown

This is an unaltered and good representative example of a concrete slab type railroad bridge.

Brown Street Bridge
Bridge E-198
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Brown Street Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Albion: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 189 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1912 By: McMyler-Interstate Company of Cleveland, Ohio

Although the concrete approaches and abutments were rebuilt years ago, nothing was done with the truss, and it has been closed to all but pedestrians for many years.

Telegraph Road Bridge
Bridge E-189
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Telegraph Road (CR-54) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 227 ft. Main Span: 183 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Lackawanna Bridge Company of Buffalo, New York

This skewed example of a fixed Barge Canal bridge has been nicely rehabilitated, helping to preserve the unique collection of canal bridges.

Bennetts Corners Road Bridge
Bridge E-186
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Bennetts Corners Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 194 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: Lackawanna Bridge Company of Buffalo, New York and I.M. Ludington's Sons Inc. of Rochester, New York

This classic Barge Canal fixed through truss bridge has been rehabilitated.

West Avenue Railroad Overpass
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Railroad (Rochester and Southern) Over Railroad (CSX and Amtrak) and West Avenue in Rochester: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This railroad over railroad overpass with its classic Baltimore truss configuration also crosses a small street.

Chili Avenue Bridge
Bridge E-163
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Chili Avenue (NY-33A) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rochester: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is an increasingly uncommon surviving example of a state standard truss bridge, this example noted for its skew and roadway width.

Broadway Bridge
John Mack Bridge, Lawrence Street Bridge
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Broadway (Southbound) Over Arkansas River in Wichita: Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States

Concrete 10 Panel Marsh (Tied) Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 802 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 27 ft. Main Spans: 8

Built 1931 By: Tomlinson Bridge and Supply Company of Garfield, Kansas and Marsh Engineering Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This is one of the largest and most significant Marsh and rainbow arch bridges in the country due to its large number of spans.

Cedar Point Bridge
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Main Street Over Cottonwood River in Cedar Point: Chase County, Kansas, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 142 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1916 By: Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company of Leavenworth, Kansas

This classic Pratt truss bridge is a good representative example of its kind.

Clements Stone Arch Bridge
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G Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Cottonwood River in Rural: Chase County, Kansas, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 127 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 16.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1886 By: L.P. Santy and Company of Clements, Kansas

Abandoned, this is a strikingly large and impressive stone arch highway bridge, which is quite unusual for this part of the country.

Cottonwood Falls Bridge
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Broadway Street Over Cottonwood River in Cottonwood Falls: Chase County, Kansas, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 208 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1914 By: Missouri Valley Bridge and Iron Company of Leavenworth, Kansas

Bypassed by a new bridge, this bridge sat deteriorated for several years before being rehabilitated for pedestrian use.

Schoellkopf Road Bridge
Wyoming County Fairgrounds Bridge
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Park Lane Over Wiscoy Creek in Pike: Wyoming County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 14.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Owego Bridge Company of Owego, New York

This Pratt truss bridge is noted for its ornate portal cresting and was spared demolition when the bridge was moved to Wyoming County Fairgrounds.

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Wyoming County Fairgrounds Bridge
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Park Lane Over Wiscoy Creek in Pike: Wyoming County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This classic pin-connected pony truss bridge with an unusual design detail was replaced by another historic bridge in a rather unusual project, and now sits on the ground in storage.

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Glen Brook Bridge
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Access Drive Over Glen Brook in Hammondsport: Steuben County, New York, United States

Metal 2 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 24 ft. Main Span: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This nice little two panel pin-connected truss bridge was demolished and replaced even though the trusses were functioning as decorations only.

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Wellsburg NY-367 Bridge
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NY-367 (Main Street) Over Chemung River in Wellsburg: Chemung County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 145 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 24.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This classic state standard pony truss with good historic integrity and an unaltered sidewalk was sentenced to the dumpster.

US-131 Southbound Rocky River Bridge
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US-131 (Southbound) Over Rocky River in Three Rivers: St. Joseph County, Michigan, United States

Pre-Stressed Concrete Adjacent Box Beam, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 45 ft. Roadway: 46.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1956 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

Although visually this bridge leaves a lot to be desired, this bridge is officially considered historic as an early pre-stressed concrete bridge.

Utility Drive Bridge
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Utility Drive Over Cedar Creek in Auburn: De Kalb County, Indiana, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Closed and fenced off at one end, this ca. 1920 bridge was reportedly built for the Auburn Automobile Corporation.

Knob Road Bridge
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Knob Road Over White River in Rural: Walworth County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 83 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is an extremely short and lightweight through truss with attractive v-lacing instead of cover plate on the top chord and end posts.

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Albany Railroad Swing Bridge
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Railroad (CSX and Amtrak) Over Hudson River and Quay Street in Albany and Rensselaer: Albany County, New York and Rensselaer County, New York, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 1,272 ft. Main Span: 260 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This early product of the American Bridge Company is of heavy duty construction, yet this was not enough for this bridge to be sentenced to the scrapyard.

Old Kendall Road Bridge
Sandy Creek Abandoned Bridge
HSR

NY-237 (Kendall Road) (Old Alignment) Over Sandy Creek in Rural: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Rochester Bridge and Construction Company of Rochester, New York

This bridge on abandoned alignment has outlived its replacement bridge on new alignment by decades!

Chatham Center Bridge
HSR

NY-66 Over Kinderhook Creek in Chatham Center: Columbia County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and New York State Department of Public Works

This early state design and uncommon Pratt variant state highway truss bridge was built by the famous Phoenix Bridge Company.

Hammond Hill Road Bridge
HSR

Hammond Hill Road Over Cattaraugus Creek in Rural: Erie County, New York and Cattaraugus County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 246 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 21.7 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This is a notable multi-span riveted polygonal Warren pony truss bridge.

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Rockefeller Road Bridge
HSR

Rockefeller Road Over Railroad (Albany County Rail-Trail) in Rural: Albany County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 157 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Roadway: 17 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This unique Double-Warren pony truss bridge crossed the original Delaware and Hudson main line, which was re-routed a long time ago.

Pyrite Mine Road Bridge
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Pyrite Mine Road Over Quantico Creek in Rural: Prince William County, Virginia, United States

Metal 3 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 53 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Roadway: 11.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This rare Virginia example of the Groton Bridge Company was nicely restored following damage by a tree.

James River Arch Bridge
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Railroad (CSX) Over James River, Riverside Drive, and Various Railroads in Richmond: Richmond Independent City, Virginia, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch,

Length: 2,278 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Main Spans: 15

Built 1919 By: W. W. Boxley and Company of Roanoke, Virginia and J. E. Greiner Company of Baltimore, Maryland and Chicago, Illinois

This monumental arch bridge was a major feat of engineering in the region when completed.

Boulevard Bridge
Nickel Bridge
HSR

Westover Hills Boulevard Over James River and Various Railroads in Richmond: Richmond Independent City, Virginia, United States

Metal Continuous Rivet-Connected Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder,

Length: 2,032 ft. Main Span: 129 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 11

Built 1925 By: Atlantic Bridge Company of Charlotte, North Carolina and Roanoke, Virginia

This is a very long and unique deck truss bridge that is operated as a toll bridge.

Hudson Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over St. Croix River in Hudson: St. Croix County, Wisconsin and Washington County, Minnesota, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Rim Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 568 ft. Main Span: 314 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

A bridge with variety, this structure includes a six panel Camelback pony truss span, a six panel Pratt through truss span, and a traditional riveted through truss swing span.

Pine River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Pine River in Rural: Lincoln County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

Hidden away in a wooded location is this relocated classic pony truss railroad bridge.

Tiffany Bridge
Smith Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Turtle Creek Tributary in Rural: Rock County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Bolt-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 122 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Worden-Allen Company of Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This unusual bolt-connected truss bridge was relocated and preserved here on private property.

Wauwatosa Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Railroad (Canadian Pacific), Underwood Creek, and Watertown Plank Road in Wauwatosa: Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder,

Length: 490 ft. Main Span: 175 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This heavy truss span carries one railroad over another railroad plus other features in a viaduct-like fashion.

Wisconsin Dells Railroad Bridge
Kilbourne Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Wisconsin River and Broadway Street (WI-13) in Wisconsin Dells: Columbia County, Wisconsin and Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 471 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1903 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Located in a major area tourist destination, this bridge, originally double-deck, was built by the famous Phoenix Bridge Company.

Fox River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Fox River in Burlington: Racine County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Truss, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built By: Unknown

This railroad bridge is noted for its unusually short through trusses.

Packwaukee Railroad Bridge
Buffalo Lake Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Buffalo Lake (Fox River) in Packwaukee: Marquette County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Lattice (Quadruple Warren) Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder,

Length: 1,005 ft. Main Span: 205 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1911 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

Although it no longer operates for boats and the machinery house is missing, this is a rare example of a lattice truss swing bridge.

Janesville Union Pacific Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Rock River in Janesville: Rock County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 720 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1896 By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois and Bates and Rogers of Chicago, Illinois

This 1896 Double-Warren deck truss had a second truss added beside it in 1908.

Merrill Railroad Bridge
Bridge G-388
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Railroad (Abandoned Milwaukee Road) Over Wisconsin River (West Channel) in Merrill: Lincoln County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 315 ft. Main Span: 112 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Lassig Bridge and Iron Works of Chicago, Illinois

This crossing was erected in 1929 using a truss dating to 1895 which was relocated from another location for this purpose.

Glendale Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Milwaukee River, Sunny Point Road, and North Milwaukee River Parkway in Glendale: Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 930 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This bridge has a variety of spans with a variety of construction dates and builders.

Wauwatosa Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Canadian Pacific) Over Menomonee River in Wauwatosa: Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 105 ft. Main Span: 105 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

This is an uncommon example of a pony truss railroad bridge with three truss lines.

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M-10 and I-94 Interchange
Lodge Freeway - Ford Freeway Interchange
HSR

I-94 (Edsel Ford Freeway) Over M-10 (John C. Lodge Freeway) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,158 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 38.7 ft. Main Spans: 11

Built 1953 By: L. A. Davidson of Saginaw, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department and Wayne County Road Commission

This page documents this large interchange composed of a number of bridges, which are were found to be historic by the Historic Bridge Inventory.

US-12 Michigan Avenue I-94 Bridge
HSR

US-12 (Michigan Avenue) Over I-94 (Edsel Ford Freeway and Detroit Industrial Expressway) in Dearborn: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 224 ft. Main Span: 119 ft. Roadway: 90 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1948 By: Darin and Armstrong, Inc of Detroit, Michigan and Hazelet and Erdal of Chicago, Illinois and Michigan State Highway Department

This bridge and interchange was found historic by the Michigan Historic Bridge Inventory for its significance as an early and important interchange in Michigan.

Woodward and 8 Mile Tri-Level Intersection
M-1 and M-102 Tri-Level Intersection
HSR

Woodward Avenue (M-1) Over 8 Mile Road (M-102) in Detroit and Ferndale: Wayne County, Michigan and Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 255 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 83 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1956 By: Darin and Armstrong, Inc of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This intersection between two major divided highways and its associated bridges, a jungle of beautiful R4 railing, was a major engineering achievement at the time and as such were officially found to be historic by MDOT and rehabilitated.

Holden Avenue Pedestrian Overpass
Holden Avenue Walkover
HSR

Holden Avenue (Holden Street) (Pedestrian Walkway) Over M-10 (John C. Lodge Freeway) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 225 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1950 By: Unknown

This may be one of the only pedestrian overpasses over Detroit expressways that retains its original railings.

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Miller-Rotunda Bridge
Miller-Rotunda Viaduct
HSR

Miller Road and Rotunda Drive Over Railroad (Ford Railroad), Southern Avenue, and Ford Rouge Access Drive in Dearborn: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 1,460 ft. Main Span: 62 ft. Roadway: 62 ft. Main Spans: 48

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This T-shaped bridge consisting of long approach ramps supported by riveted steel bents is extremely rare in Michigan.

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Jefferson-Hastings Bridges
HSR

Jefferson Avenue and Hastings Street (Chrysler Drive) Over I-375 (Walter P. Chrysler Freeway) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 137 ft. Main Span: 71 ft. Roadway: 40 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1962 By: Jutton-Kelly Company of Detroit, Michigan, Charles J. Rogers Construction Company, and Cooke Contracting Company and Michigan State Highway Department

Whether you consider this two bridges or one unique

Ecorse Road Bridge
HSR

Ecorse Road Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Taylor: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 422 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Roadway: 49.2 ft. Main Spans: 14

Built 1936 By: Unknown

One of the most unusual steel stringer bridges in Michigan, this bridge is noted for its built-up steel bents, and for its extreme skew which resulted in a unique layout of the bents.

Zug Island Road Bridge
Bridge 141
HSR

Zug Island Road and Railroad (Norfolk Southern and Delray Connecting) Over River Rouge in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Movable: Single Leaf Bascule (Rolling Lift)

Length: 175 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1914 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania and Scherzer Rolling Lift Bridge Company of Chicago, Illinois

This bascule bridge features a combined highway and railroad deck, and is the main vehicular access to Zug Island.

Woodward Avenue Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Woodward Avenue (M-1) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab,

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 96 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: D.W. Thurston of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This grade separation, crossing what is essentially Main Street Detroit, was designed with exceptional architectural details compared to most overpasses.

Grand River Avenue Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Grand River Avenue (M-5) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 89 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a pair of plate girder overpasses noted for surviving R4 railing and other above-average architectural details.

Michigan Avenue Railroad Bridge East
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Michigan Avenue (US-12) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 151 ft. Main Span: 76 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1941 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is one of three overpasses on this stretch of road noted for their attractive architectural detailing, including the unusual use of stone facing on the substructures.

Scotten Avenue Bridge
HSR

Scotten Avenue Over Michigan Avenue (US-12) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 144 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Roadway: 42 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1941 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is one of three overpasses on this stretch of road noted for their attractive architectural detailing, including the unusual use of stone facing on the substructures.

Michigan Avenue Railroad Bridge West
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Michigan Avenue (US-12) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1941 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is one of three overpasses on this stretch of road noted for their attractive architectural detailing, including the unusual use of stone facing on the substructures.

Lantz Street Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Lantz Street (Outer Drive) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1938 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its attractive architectural details, setting it aside the majority of railroad overpasses in Detroit, and is also noted for being a five block section of the never-completed Outer Drive.

State Fair Avenue Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over State Fair Avenue in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 52 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This railroad overpass stands out on city streets for its use of R4 railings, and this may be the result of this area formerly being home to the Michigan State Fairgrounds.

Outer Drive Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Outer Drive in Ecorse: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 100 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1939 By: Unknown

This bridge is noted for its attractive architectural details, setting it aside the majority of railroad overpasses in Detroit, and is also noted for being a bridge built for this section of Outer Drive.

Telegraph Road Railroad Bridges
US-24 Railroad Bridges
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Telegraph Road (US-24) in Redford Township: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 66 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: Walbridge and Aldinger Company of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is a pair of railroad overpasses, one being older than the other, since the second bridge was built to accommodate the road's conversion into a divided highway.

Telegraph Road Railroad Bridge
US-24 Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Telegraph Road (US-24) in Dearborn: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 109 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1937 By: Walbridge and Aldinger Company of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is one of several attractive railroad overpasses on Telegraph Road noted for their use of R4 railing.

Telegraph Road Railroad Bridge
US-24 Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Telegraph Road (US-24) in Taylor: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 170 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1936 By: Bryant and Detwiler Company and Michigan State Highway Department

This is one of several attractive railroad overpasses on Telegraph Road noted for their use of R4 railing, and this one appears to have a story to tell.

M-59 Railroad Bridge
Highland Road Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over M-59 (Highland Road) in Highland Township: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: Jutton-Kelly Company of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This classic 1930s railroad overpass with attractive architectural details was paired with a very utilitarian overpass when the highway was converted into a divided highway.

Lansing Road Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Lansing Road in Lansing: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 101 ft. Main Span: 53 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1925 By: Unknown

This skewed plate girder overpass bridge was fairly utilitarian for its age.

CN Grand River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Grand River and Lansing River Trail in Lansing: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 180 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is one of several traditional railroad deck plate girder railroad bridges in Lansing.

CN Red Cedar River Railroad Bridge West
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Railroad (Canadian National) Over Red Cedar River and Lansing River Trail in Lansing: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 140 ft. Main Span: 35 ft. Roadway: 23 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1934 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is one of several traditional railroad deck plate girder railroad bridges in Lansing.

Lansing River Trail Culvert
HSR

Lansing River Trail Over Storm Drain in Lansing: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Technically an outfall for a drain, this culvert features ornate balustrade railings and pillars on the Grand River side like would be found on a real bridge.

Livernois Avenue Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Livernois Avenue in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 126 ft. Main Span: 47 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1936 By: Unknown

Due to its location next to a railroad yard, this is a rather wide railroad overpass, and it is one of Detroit's most unique due to its architectural details found on no other bridges in the city.

Junction Avenue Railroad Bridges
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern and Canadian National) Over Junction Avenue in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder,

Length: 87 ft. Main Span: 61 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1907 By: Pennsylvania Steel Company of Steelton, Pennsylvania

Original a unique group of five different plate girder overpasses crossing the road at different angles, now this slightly less unique group of bridges includes one modern, non-historic overpass.

Military Street Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Conrail) (Former Michigan Central) Over Military Street in Dearborn: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 95 ft. Main Span: 46 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This railroad overpass is a good representative example of a county designed bridge with some modest architectural details.

Inkster Road Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) (Former Michigan Central) Over Inkster Road in Inkster: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1939 By: Unknown

Notable as a project of Depression-era relief funds, this railroad grade separation is noted for its architectural detailing.

US-23 and Whitmore Lake Road Railroad Bridges
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over US-23 and Whitmore Lake Road in Green Oak (Near Brighton): Livingston County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 154 ft. Main Span: 77 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1961 By: Unknown

This railroad overpass is actually two separate bridges, one over US-23 and the other over Whitmore Lake Road.

Beech-Daly Road Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Beech-Daly Road in Redford Township: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Jutton-Kelly Company of Detroit, Michigan and American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This riveted plate girder overpass has attractive railings.

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Brooklyn Avenue Pedestrian Overpass
Brooklyn Avenue Walkover
HSR

Brooklyn Avenue (Pedestrian Walkway) Over I-94 (Edsel Ford Expressway) and Edsel Ford Service Drive in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 347 ft. Main Span: 111 ft. Main Spans: 5

Built 1955 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This pedestrian overpass is noted for retaining original R4 railing on the spiral ramp approach on the bridge's southern end.

16th Street Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail, Canadian National, and Amtrak Wolverine Line) Over 16th Street in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1908 By: Unknown

These two bridges are traditional representative examples of the through plate girder variety of railroad overpass in Detroit.

Military Street Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over Military Street in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Continuous Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 88 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1908 By: Unknown

These bridge is a traditional representative example of the riveted stringer variety of railroad overpass in Detroit.

Southern Avenue Railroad Plate Girder Bridge
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Railroad (Ford) Over Southern Avenue and Railroad (Norfolk Southern) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Continuous Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 231 ft. Main Span: 109 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This plate girder overpass presents an interesting contrast to the truss bridge it sits next to.

Selden Street Pedestrian Overpass
Selden Street Walkover
HSR

Selden Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over M-10 (John C. Lodge Expressway) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 63 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1953 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This pedestrian overpass is included on this website because of its unusual steel hammerhead pier.

I-94 Railroad Bridge South
Detroit Industrial Expressway Railroad Bridge South
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Railroad (Abandoned CSX) Over I-94 (Detroit Industrial Expressway) in Dearborn: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 256 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1944 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This railroad overpass bridge, one of three in this area, was built as part of one of Michigan's earliest freeways to connect the Detroit Terminal Railroad with New York Central.

I-94 Railroad Bridge Middle
Detroit Industrial Expressway Railroad Bridge Middle
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Railroad (Abandoned Conrail, Former Chesapeake and Ohio) Over I-94 (Detroit Industrial Expressway) in Dearborn: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 233 ft. Main Span: 59 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1943 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This railroad overpass bridge, one of three in this area, was built as part of one of Michigan's earliest freeways.

I-94 Railroad Bridge North
Detroit Industrial Expressway Railroad Bridge North
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Railroad (CSX) Over I-94 (Detroit Industrial Expressway) in Dearborn: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 256 ft. Main Span: 67 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1944 By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This railroad overpass bridge, one of three in this area, was built as part of one of Michigan's earliest freeways.

Hamilton Avenue Railroad Bridges
John C. Lodge Service Drive Railroad Bridges
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John C. Lodge Service Drive (Former Hamilton Avenue) Over Railroad (Conrail and Canadian National) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 84 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1906 By: Unknown

This is a pair of traditional plate girder overpass bridges.

Holden Avenue Railroad Bridges
HSR

Railroad (Conrail and Canadian National) Over Holden Avenue in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 79 ft. Main Span: 23 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1916 By: Unknown

This is a trio of traditional concrete encased girder overpass bridges.

3rd Avenue Railroad Bridges
HSR

Railroad (Conrail and Canadian National) Over 3rd Avenue in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 73 ft. Main Span: 23 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1914 By: Unknown

At this location there are two 1914 concrete encased steel stringer bridges of four spans each, plus a (now abandoned) single span 1947 through plate girder span stuck in the middle.

M-10 Railroad Bridges
HSR

Railroad (Conrail and Canadian National) Over M-10 (John C. Lodge Expressway) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 143 ft. Main Span: 72 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1949 By: Unknown

This is a representative example of a pair of riveted steel railroad overpasses on an mid 20th century Michigan expressway.

I-94 14th Street Railroad Bridges
HSR

Railroad (Conrail and Canadian National) Over I-94 (Edsel Ford Expressway) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 174 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1955 By: Unknown

This is a representative example of a pair of riveted steel railroad overpasses on an mid 20th century Michigan expressway.

I-94 Conner Street Railroad Bridges
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over I-94 (Edsel Ford Expressway) in Detroit: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 127 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1959 By: Unknown

This is a representative example of a pair of riveted steel railroad overpasses on an mid 20th century Michigan expressway.

I-94 Schaefer Road Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Conrail) Over I-94 (Detroit Industrial Expressway) in Dearborn: Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 136 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1945 By: Unknown

This railroad overpass bridge was built as part of one of Michigan's earliest freeways.

Chicken Creek Bridge
HSR

East 850 Road Over Burton's Branch Chicken Creek in Rural: Douglas County, Kansas, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 15 ft. Roadway: 15.3 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Benjamin Franklin Metsker and Ike Babb

Bypassed and preserved for pedestrian use only, this is a rare example of a stone arch bridge in a part of the country where they are not common.

Milford Suspension Bridge
Swing Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Souhegan River in Milford: Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 200 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Berlin Iron Bridge Company of East Berlin, Connecticut

This highly ornate suspension footbridge is one of only two known surviving suspension footbridges in the country built by the famous Berlin Iron Bridge Company.

Wells Bridge
HSR

Bridge Street (CR-44) (Old Alignment) Over Susquehanna River in Wells Bridge (Rural): Otsego County, New York and Delaware County, New York, United States

Metal 9 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 250 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1886 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

With ornate portal bracing and built-up fishbelly floorbeams, this is a notable and likely quite old example of a Pratt truss bridge, and it has been bypassed and left in place for pedestrians..

Coons Crossing Bridge
Delmar Road Bridge
HSR

Delmar Road (TR-437) (Coons Crossing Road) Over Oswayo Creek in Rural: McKean County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 89 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 13.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: York Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This bridge appears to be the work of the York Bridge Company based on its railing and other truss details.

Barrett Hill Road Bridge
County Bridge Number 35
HSR

Barrett Hill Road (TR-532) Over Sugar Creek in Troy: Bradford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 16.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1921 By: A. J. Macafee

This arch has paneled railings and a hump-like design and resembles unusual concrete arch bridges which also exist in York County although it is unclear if this is just a coincidence.

Iron Trail Bridge
East Rock Park Footbridge
HSR

Iron Trail Over Mill River in New Haven: New Haven County, Connecticut, United States

Metal Lattice Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is a very rare example of a load-bearing lattice girder bridge in the United States, and it is also has a long span length for its type.

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Palatine Bridge
Bridge E-24
HSR

NY-10 (Church Street, Bridge Street) Over Mohawk River and Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) and Railroad (Conrail) in Canajoharie and Palatine Bridge: Montgomery County, New York, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 608 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1940 By: McLain Construction Corporation of Buffalo, New York and Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem Pennsylvania and New York State Department of Public Works

This historic state design truss bridge next to a historic district was demolished and replaced with a mundane slab of concrete.

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Weidrick Road Bridge
HSR

Weidrick Road Over Genesee River in Rural: Allegany County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Welded Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 98 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1953 By: Unknown

This is a good example of a fairly old welded truss bridge from the mid 20th century.

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Lowville Road Bridge
HSR

Lowville Road (CR-69) Over Sandy Creek in Rural: Jefferson County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Welded Camelback Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1941 By: Unknown

This was a good example of a fairly old welded truss bridge from the mid 20th century.

Boonton Spur Railroad Bridge
Boonton Ironworks Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Delaware, Lackawanna and Western) Over Rockaway River in Boonton: Morris County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built By: Elmira Bridge Company of Elmira, New York

This abandoned railroad bridge has what appear to be very old truss spans, plus a plate girder built by the Elmira Bridge Company.

Boonton Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (New Jersey Transit Boonton Line) Over Rockaway River in Boonton: Morris County, New Jersey, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

An example of how railroads were ingenious when it came to making the most of what they had, this older 1880s Double-Warren truss was widened (likely in the early 20th century) with heavier Warren trusses.

Boonton Main Street Bridge
HSR

Main Street (CR-511) Over Railroad (New Jersey Transit Boonton Line) in Boonton: Morris County, New Jersey, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 71 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This unusual through plate girder overpass bridge is noted for its sidewalks with unusual concrete railing, its cambered deck, and partial concrete encasement.

East Rock Road Bridge
HSR

East Rock Road Over Mill River in New Haven: New Haven County, Connecticut, United States

Metal Solid Ribbed Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 85 ft. Main Span: 84 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This uncommon small-scale steel arch bridge located in a park setting was heavily rehabilitated.

Butler Bridge
Lester Bridge
HSR

Butler Road (Formerly North Glendale Road) Over Housatonic River in Stockbridge: Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 92 ft. Main Span: 88 ft. Roadway: 15.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1882 By: Morison, Field and Company of Buffalo and New York, New York and George Shattuck Morison

This unique bridge, an unusual example of a tiny bridge designed by a famous engineer, has stone posts allowing for the bridge to bear at the level of the top chord, and a bottom chord that runs up to the top chord.

Scenic Drive Bridge
HSR

Scenic Drive Over South Branch Quantico Creek in Rural: Prince William County, Virginia, United States

Wood 5 Panel Parker Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 19.7 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Civilian Conservation Corps

This is a rare example of a historic timber pony truss highway bridge and is significant as a product of the Civilian Conservation Corps.

Fleetwood Drive Bridge
HSR

Fleetwood Drive (VA-611) (Abandoned Alignment) Over Cedar Run in Rural: Prince William County, Virginia, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 90 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 11 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Walker Brothers of Charles Town, West Virginia

This abandoned pony truss bridge was built by the Walker Brothers, a mysterious company that either used or copied Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York..

Neabsco Creek Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Neabsco Creek in Rural: Prince William County, Virginia, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual trestle-like bridge is supported by steel bents instead of timber bents, yet the steel is arranged like timber bents, rather than the more common tower design usually seen with steel.

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Foot Road Bridge
HSR

Foot Road Over Tonawanda Creek in Rural: Erie County, New York and Niagara County, New York, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1940 By: Unknown

This classic pony truss with historic value was demolished and replaced with a modern truss without the charm and history of this bridge.

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Stone Mill Road Bridge
Dundee Gorge Bridge
HSR

Stone Mill Road Over Big Stream in Rural: Yates County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This bridge is long abandoned and collapsing and almost completely buried in overgrowth.

Hopeton Mills Bridge
Keuka Lake Outlet Bridge
HSR

Abandoned Road Over Keuka Lake Outlet in Rural: Yates County, New York, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge, abandoned and at risk for collapse, has unusual details and has been closed so long there is no evidence of whatever road it served leading up to it.

NY-7 Bridge
HSR

NY-7 (Main Street) Over Railroad (Delaware and Hudson) in Unadilla: Otsego County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Through Girder,

Length: 332 ft. Main Span: 90 ft. Roadway: 29.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This bridge with its extreme skew has a main truss span plus a single girder line on only one side of the bridge at each end, to accommodate the skew.

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Middleton Bridge
HSR

CR-10 to River Road (Unnamed Crossing) Over Schroon River in Rural: Warren County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 89 ft. Main Span: 87 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1896 By: Groton Bridge Company of Groton, New York

This is an outstanding example of bridge built by one of the most prominent bridge builders in the state.

Woodbridge Railroad Bridge
Richmond, Fredericksburg, and Potomac Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX and Amtrak) Over Occoquan River in Woodbridge: Prince William County, Virginia and Fairfax County, Virginia, United States

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder,

Length: 920 ft. Main Span: 255 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1915 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and Gustav Lindenthal

This railroad bridge, reportedly designed and built by famous firms, features two Parker truss spans of attractive proportions and built-up member details with lattice.

Cooper Street Bridge
HSR

Cooper Street (M-50, BL-94, and US-127 Business) Over Grand River in Jackson: Jackson County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 74 ft. Main Span: 37 ft. Roadway: 51.8 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1915 By: Unknown

While altered significantly by widening with beams, this is one of the few remaining bridges of historic age surviving in Jackson.

Kalamazoo Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Amtrak) Over Kalamazoo River in Kalamazoo: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 325 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 26 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This deck plate girder bridge is noted for its older portion, which consists of stone abutments, and has later been widened with concrete and additional riveted girders.

Parchment Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned Norfolk Southern) Over Kalamazoo River in Parchment: Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Built By: Unknown

This simple steel stringer bridge on timber bents is a remnant of this abandoned railroad line and the paper mill complex that gave Parchment its name.

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Caverns Road Bridge
Schoharie County Bridge 7
HSR

Caverns Road (CR-9) Over Cobleskill Creek in Rural: Schoharie County, New York, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This polygonal Warren pony truss bridge has attractive proportions and built-up beams with lacing.

Harvey Bridge
HSR

Harvey Bridge Road Over West Canada Creek in Rural: Herkimer County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 248 ft. Main Span: 85 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1895 By: Unknown

This single span riveted truss bridge has approach spans that appear to be replacements, suggesting this may have been originally a multi-span truss bridge.

Michigan Avenue Bridge
HSR

Michigan Avenue Over Buffalo River in Buffalo: Erie County, New York, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Movable: Vertical Lift (Span Drive)

Length: 246 ft. Main Span: 236 ft. Roadway: 38 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1960 By: Ernst Steel Corporation of Cheektowaga, New York and McFarland-Johnson, Inc. of Binghamton, New York

This unusual skewed lift bridge has a colorful history which has resulted in a 1960 superstructure sitting on a 1930 substructure.

Commerce Street Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) (Former Pere Marquette) Over Commerce Street and Pettibone Creek in Milford: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 112 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1907 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This classic plate girder is noted as a documented work by the famous King Bridge Company, and it has one larger span over the creek and two smaller spans over the street.

Main Street Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) (Former Pere Marquette) Over Main Street in Milford: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 110 ft. Main Span: 50 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1902 By: Lackawanna Bridge Company of Buffalo, New York

Main Street was a dirt road when this traditional plate girder overpass bridge was built!

Milford Huron River Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) (Former Pere Marquette) Over Huron River in Milford: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1888 By: Unknown

Largely unaltered, in good condition, and with a dated keystone, this handsome stone arch bridge is one of the most significant historic bridges surviving in Oakland County today.

Cesar E. Chavez Avenue Railroad Bridge
Oakland Avenue Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Cesar E. Chavez Avenue (Former Oakland Avenue) (US-24 Business) in Pontiac: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal (Concrete Encased) Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 124 ft. Main Span: 64 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1927 By: Unknown

This railroad overpass is unusual because it features a cantilevered deck, which is unusual for railroad bridges.

Telegraph Road Railroad Bridge
US-24 Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Canadian National) Over Telegraph Road (US-24) in Pontiac and Waterford Township: Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 64 ft. Main Span: 42 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1928 By: Unknown

This bridge has sidewalk span details that differ from other railroad overpasses in the greater metro Detroit area.

Scale Drive Bridge
HSR

Scale Drive Over Handy No. 5 Drain in Rural: Livingston County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Arch, Fixed

Length: 20 ft. Main Span: 15 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown and Michigan State Highway Department

This is an increasingly uncommon example of a small-scale bridge using a railing design unique to Michigan, and matching the architecture of other larger period bridges.

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Kate Hewitt Bridge
Duhring Road Bridge
HSR

Duhring Road (CR-20-20) (Main Street) Over Bluestone River in Bramwell: Mercer County, West Virginia, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 115 ft. Main Span: 56 ft. Roadway: 11.5 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1915 By: Virginia Bridge and Iron Company of Roanoke, Virginia

This was a very unusual example of a multi-span Queenpost pony truss bridge.

Rose Steet Footbridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Bluestone River in Bramwell: Mercer County, West Virginia, United States

Metal Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a simple riveted pedestrian pony truss bridge.

Caruthersville Bridge
HSR

I-155 and US-412 Over Mississippi River in Rural: Pemiscot County, Missouri and Dyer County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Continuous Bolt-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Pre-Stressed Concrete Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 7,102 ft. Main Span: 920 ft. Roadway: 78 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1976 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Sverdrup and Parcel of St. Louis, Missouri

Despite its young age, this bridge is featured on HistoricBridges.org due to its regional importance as the only crossing over the river between Cairo and Memphis.

Hargrove Bridge
HSR

CR-658 Over Black River in Rural: Butler County, Missouri, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Miller and Borcherding Through Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier) and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 220 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 16.1 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Miller and Borcherding Bridge Builders of St. Louis, Missouri

One of the only surviving examples of Miller and Borcherding's unusual truss design, this bridge is even more unique because these trusses were used in a swing bridge.

Lenox Bridge
Boothspoint Road Bridge
HSR

Pedestrian Walkway Over Lewis Creek Tributary Lake in Dyersburg: Dyer County, Tennessee, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Movable: Swing (Center Bearing Center Pier)

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 165 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This rare example of a small-scale truss swing bridge was relocated and preserved for pedestrian use.

TN-104 Bridge
HSR

TN-104 Over Obion River in Rural: Dyer County, Tennessee, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 551 ft. Main Span: 101 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1948 By: Virginia Bridge Company of Roanoke, Virginia and Tennessee State Highway Department

This is a good example of a state design truss bridge with t-beam approaches, with adjustments to the portal bracing clearance being the only major alteration.

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Leeper Bridge
HSR

MO-34 Over Black River in Leeper: Wayne County, Missouri, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 988 ft. Main Span: 181 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1933 By: List and Clark Construction Company of Overland Park, Kansas and Missouri State Highway Commission

When this bridge was demolished it had become a rare example of a multi-span through truss in Missouri, since this was only the latest such demolition after countless others.

Knotts Bridge
HSR

CR-732 Over St. Johns Bayou in Rural: , United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Camelback Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 144 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 14 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1917 By: Vincennes Bridge Company of Vincennes, Indiana

This abandoned and deteriorated bridge is noted for its Camelback truss configuration and its lacing on the top chord instead of cover plate.

Gipsy Bridge
Old Zalma Bridge
HSR

CR-736 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Lick Log Creek in Rural: Bollinger County, Missouri, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 117 ft. Main Span: 117 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1900 By: Stupp Brothers Bridge and Iron Company of St. Louis, Missouri

This abandoned truss bridge, relocated long ago, is also part of an unusual setting where one historic truss bridge was replaced with another historic truss bridge.

CR-736 Bridge
HSR

CR-736 Over Lick Log Creek in Rural: Bollinger County, Missouri, United States

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 62 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 19.4 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown and Missouri State Highway Commission

This truss bridge is part of an unusual setting where one historic truss bridge was replaced with another historic truss bridge.

Kaskaskia Street Bridge
Riley Lake Road Bridge
HSR

Kaskaskia Street (Riley Lake Road) (Abandoned Alignment) Over Riley Creek in Rural: Randolph County, Illinois, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1893 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

The unique portal bracing on this bridge suggests this is the work of the famous King Bridge Company.

Rock Bridge
HSR

Rock Bridge Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Tributary to Mississippi River in Chester: Randolph County, Illinois, United States

Stone and Brick Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Span: 13 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This stone arch bridge is abandoned and extremely deteriorated.

CR-714 Bridge
HSR

CR-714 Over Slagle Creek in Rural: Bollinger County, Missouri, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Miller and Borcherding Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 40 ft. Main Span: 39 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1925 By: Miller and Borcherding Bridge Builders of St. Louis, Missouri

This is one of only a couple surviving trusses built by Miller and Borcherding that feature the company's unique truss configuration.

Hendrickson Bridge
HSR

US-67 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Black River in Hendrickson: Butler County, Missouri, United States

Metal 11 Panel Rivet-Connected Parker Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 526 ft. Main Span: 202 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1934 By: Service Construction Company of Poplar Bluff, Missouri

Today bypassed and abandoned, this bridge with its highly unusual skew design was originally a three span truss, until one span was hit by a truck and collapsed in 1965.

Sedgewickville Bridge
HSR

MO-K Over Whitewater River in Rural: Bollinger County, Missouri, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 356 ft. Main Span: 103 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1936 By: Kelly and Underwood of Granby, Missouri and Missouri State Highway Commission

This is a rare surviving example of a highway plate girder bridge in Missouri.

Whitewater Bridge
HSR

MO-A (Carrie Street) Over Whitewater River in Whitewater: Cape Girardeau County, Missouri, United States

Metal 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 221 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1954 By: Universal Bridge Company and Missouri State Highway Commission

This is a late example of a polygonal Warren pony truss bridge.

4 Mile Level Road Bridge
HSR

NY-438 (4 Mile Level Road) Over Clear Creek in Rural: Erie County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 128 ft. Main Span: 125 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown and New York State Department of Public Works

This traditional state standard pony truss bridge is located on reservation land.

Old Glenallen Road Bridge
HSR

Old Glenallen Road Over Little Crooked Creek in Glenallen: Bollinger County, Missouri, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Half-Hip Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 102 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Unknown

This truss bridge features two different truss types.

Little Valley Church Bridge
HSR

CR-524 Over Cane Creek in Rural: Bollinger County, Missouri, United States

Metal 3 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Girder, Fixed

Length: 67 ft. Main Span: 48 ft. Roadway: 13.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1922 By: Unknown

This is a traditional small riveted pony truss bridge.

CR-403 Bridge
HSR

CR-403 (Old US-67) Over Otter Creek in Rural: Wayne County, Missouri, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 116 ft. Main Span: 51 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown and Missouri State Highway Commission

This is a tiny pony truss bridge in a rural setting.

Patterson Bridge
HSR

CR-312 (Old MO-34) Over Clark Creek in Rural: Wayne County, Missouri, United States

Metal 9 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss,

Length: 141 ft. Main Span: 91 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown and Missouri State Highway Commission

This two span pony truss bridge has a larger Warren truss span and a smaller Pratt truss span.

Poplar Bluff Viaduct
Pine Street Bridge
HSR

Pine Street (US-60 Business) (Westbound) Over Black River, Riverview Drive, and Railroad in Poplar Bluff: Butler County, Missouri, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 399 ft. Main Span: 130 ft. Roadway: 32.2 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1934 By: Regenhardt Construction Company of Cape Girardeau, Missouri and Missouri State Highway Commission

This deck truss bridge has been turned into a one-way couplet, with a new bridge having been built next to it.

Magill Hollow Bridge
HSR

CR-501 Over Branch of Black River in Hendrickson: Butler County, Missouri, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This is a regionally rare example of a stone arch bridge.

Poplar Bluff Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Union Pacific) Over Black River in Poplar Bluff: Butler County, Missouri, United States

Metal 7 Panel Pin-Connected Modified Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 265 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This is a rare example of a pin-connected Warren through truss bridge.

Poplar Bluff Abandoned Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (Abandoned St. Louis - San Francisco) Over Black River in Poplar Bluff: Butler County, Missouri, United States

Metal 8 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1901 By: Unknown

This abandoned railroad truss bridge with a skew was abandoned in 1967, although used shortly for vehicular use in 1968 before later having its approaches removed.

CR-221 Bridge
HSR

CR-221 Over Little River in Rural: Pemiscot County, Missouri, United States

Metal Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 99 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Roadway: 22.6 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Likely built in the 1940s, this bridge, a possible predecessor to the Bailey truss, appears to have been moved here from an unknown location in 2006.

Trimmer Road Bridge
Bridge E-176
HSR

Trimmer Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Spencerport: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 195 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: J.B. and J.M. Cornell Company of Cold Spring, New York and Empire Engineering of New York, New York

This standard Erie Canal through truss remains in good condition today.

Presbyterian Road Bridge
Bridge E-205
HSR

Presbyterian Road Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Orleans County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 191 ft. Main Span: 150 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Unknown

This classic Erie Canal through truss retains good historic integrity.

Gallup Road Bridge
Bridge E-179
HSR

Gallup Road (CR-244) Over Erie Canal (New York State Barge Canal) in Rural: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 187 ft. Main Span: 148 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1908 By: Interstate Engineering Company of Bedford, Ohio

This traditional Erie Canal through truss was built by Interstate Engineering Company before the name of the company became McMyler-Interstate.

Batavia Railroad Bridge
HSR

Railroad (CSX) Over Tonawanda Creek in Batavia: Genesee County, New York, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 165 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1956 By: Unknown

This bridge is newer than most of the New Yoirk Central's triple-truss bridges across the state, as it was built as part of a line re-location project around the south side of batavia. It was around 1955.

Union Bridge
Waterford Bridge
HSR

Broad Street (US-4) Over Hudson River in Waterford and Troy: Saratoga County, New York and Rensselaer County, New York, United States

Metal Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 743 ft. Main Span: 200 ft. Roadway: 22.3 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1909 By: Phoenix Bridge Company of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania and Boller, Hodge, and Baird of New York, New York

This is a rare surviving example of a urban pin-connected truss bridge over a major river.

Johnston Street Bridge
HSR

Johnston Street Over Salt Lick Creek in New Milford: Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren (No Verticals) Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 55 ft. Main Span: 54 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This ca. 1890 bridge was relocated here in 1913 and is a very old rivet-connected truss bridge with unusual design details including lack of verticals and use of u-bolt hangers.

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James E. Widener Memorial Bridge
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NY-386 Over Black Creek in Rural: Monroe County, New York, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Polygonal Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Genesee Bridge Company of Rochester, New York and New York State Department of Public Works

This standard plan truss bridge is noted for being documented as built by a local contractor.

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US-219 Cattaraugus Creek Bridge
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US-219 Over Cattaraugus Creek in Rural: Cattaraugus County, New York and Erie County, New York, United States

Metal Continuous 12 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Deck Truss, Fixed

Length: 652 ft. Main Span: 300 ft. Roadway: 43 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1956 By: Unknown and V. P. Maun

This beautiful deck truss was replaced and despite its beauty and heritage was demolished even though it was not in the way of its replacement!

Maidens Mill Road Bridge
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Maidens Mill Road (Abandoned Alignment) Over Burnley Creek in Trent Hills: Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 70 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This abandoned bridge is an extremely rare surviving example of a pin-connected pony truss bridge in Ontario.

Skinkle Road Bridge
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Skinkle Road Over Percy Creek in Trent Hills: Northumberland County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 6 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Dickson Bridge Works Company of Campbellford, Ontario

This bridge is noted as a documented example of a bridge built by an Ontario bridge company.

Helkaa Line Railway Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Michigan Central) Over East Catfish Creek in Central Elgin: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Stone Semicircular Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This long-abandoned bridge is a surprise in this region, a large stone arch span that is rare in this part of Ontario.

Wabash Bridge
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Railroad (Trillium Railway) Over East Catfish Creek in Central Elgin: Elgin County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 7 Panel Rivet-Connected Pratt Deck Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 382 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This high level style deck truss bridge is a surprising find on this small waterway.

Barton Creek Bridge
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CR-119 (Abandoned Alignment) Over Barton Creek in Rural: Erath County, Texas, United States

Metal 10 Panel Wire Cable Cable-Stayed, Fixed

Length: 120 ft. Main Span: 100 ft. Roadway: 8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1890 By: Runyon Bridge Company of Weatherford, Texas

Abandoned, deteriorated, and missing a deck, this is one of the oldest known cable-stayed bridges in the United States.

Denton Creek Bridge
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Abandoned Road Over Denton Creek in Rural: Denton County, Texas, United States

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 80 ft. Main Span: 75 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1889 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

This short through truss has been abandoned for so long it is hard to see there ever was even a road here.

South Paluxy River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Fort Worth and Western) Over South Paluxy River in Rural: Erath County, Texas, United States

Metal 6 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Wood Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 142 ft. Main Span: 95 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This railroad bridge is noted for its attractive portal bracing and latticed end posts.

Plainview Road Bridge
Eaglechase Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over North Hickory Creek in Krum: Denton County, Texas, United States

Metal 4 Panel Multiple-Type-Connected Warren Arch, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 114 ft. Roadway: 11.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1903 By: George E. King Bridge Company of Des Moines, Iowa

This bridge is noted for its unusual design details that document the transition from pin to riveted connections that was ongoing in the industry around this time.

Tusten Road Bridge
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Tusten Road Over 10 Mile River in Rural: Sullivan County, New York, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 41 ft. Main Span: 19 ft. Roadway: 15 ft. Main Spans: 2

Built 1896 By: W. H. Hankins and Company

This is an attractive 19th century

Buttermilk Falls Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Lehigh Valley) Over Oatka Creek in Rural: Genesee County, New York, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Slab, Fixed

Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1913 By: Unknown

This concrete arch bridge is located next to a beautiful waterfall!

North County Line Highway Bridge
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North County Line Highway Over North Macon Creek in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan and Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Length: 30 ft. Main Span: 27 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This increasingly rare example of a steel stringer bridge with lattice railing is sadly deteriorated, closed, and slated for replacement.

North County Line Highway Bear Swamp Creek Bridge
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North County Line Highway Over Bear Swamp Creek (Milan-Macon Drain) in Rural: Monroe County, Michigan and Lenawee County, Michigan, United States

Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 25 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1929 By: Unknown

This is an increasingly uncommon example of a small-scale bridge using a railing design unique to Michigan, and matching the architecture of other larger period bridges.

Potter Bridge
Thompson Hill Park Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Cross Creek Lake Tributary in Rural: Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 4 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 47 ft. Main Span: 44 ft. Roadway: 9.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1881 By: Unknown

One of the first historic metal truss bridges in southwestern Pennsylvania to be relocated and preserved, this unique and extremely significant bridge has vertical endposts and a bottom chord that runs up to the top chord.

Negley Avenue Bridge
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Negley Avenue Over Railroad (Norfolk Southern) and East Busway in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 106 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 30 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1924 By: Unknown

This classic pony truss with heavy members contributes to the history of the Pennsylvania Railroad mainline.

Zitko Road Bridge
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Zitko Road (CR-522) Over South Fork Short Creek in Rural: Harrison County, Ohio, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 61 ft. Main Span: 58 ft. Roadway: 12.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This unusual bridge is made from salvaged railroad turntable girders.

Short Creek Bridge
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Private Driveway Over Short Creek in Rural: Harrison County, Ohio, United States

Metal 4 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Despite the official looking weight limit and hazard signs, this classic riveted Warren pony truss appears to be a private driveway bridge.

Cool Spring Road Bridge
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Cool Spring Road (TR-167A) Over Georges Run in Rural: Jefferson County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 31 ft. Main Span: 29 ft. Roadway: 18 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1927 By: Luten Bridge Company of York, Pennsylvania

This small, classic Luten arch bridge suffers from damaged and deteriorated railing.

Piney Fork Tributary Bridge
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TR-192 Over Piney Fork Tributary in Rural: Jefferson County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 25 ft. Main Span: 23 ft. Roadway: 16 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1915 By: Unknown

This concrete arch bridge is so small it barely even has an arch!

Seldom Seen Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned Wabash Railroad) Over Sawmill Run in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone and Brick Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1902 By: Unknown

This bridge may be seldom seen, but it is most certainly worth seeing as a beautiful and rare skewed example of an uncommon stone and brick arch bridge.

Pittsburgh Terminal Warehouse and Transfer Company Bridge
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Building Access Over Terminal Way in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Lattice Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 42 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This rare lattice girder bridge is an access structure between the two large buildings at this location.

Mission Street Bridge West
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Mission Street Over 21st Street in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 394 ft. Main Span: 160 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Booth and Flinn Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh Department of Public Works

This is one of two very similar bridges on this street, noted for their attractive arched, riveted girders and decorative railing.

Mission Street Bridge East
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Mission Street Over Gomer Street and Greeley Street in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Continuous Variable Depth Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 225 ft. Main Span: 92 ft. Roadway: 22 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1939 By: Bethlehem Steel Company of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and Edward Kean and Pittsburgh Department of Public Works

This is one of two very similar bridges on this street, noted for their attractive arched, riveted girders and decorative railing.

Terminal Way Bridge
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Terminal Way Over Railroad (CSX) in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 2

Built 1905 By: Unknown

This deck plate girder was built to provide a connection between two buildings in the Pittsburgh Terminal Warehouse and Transfer Company complex over a railroad below.

21st Street Railroad Bridges
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over 21st Street in Pittsburgh: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Through Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This pair of bridges, one abandoned bridge for a single set of tracks and a wider bridge for four sets of tracks with only two currently, are representative examples of their type.

St. Joseph River Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Abandoned) Over St. Joseph River in Three Rivers: St. Joseph County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This classic deck plate girder railroad bridge has been long abandoned.

6th Street Railroad Bridge North
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over 6th Street in Reading: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal Stringer (Multi-Beam), Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This bridge is not as significant as another bridge to the south, but it nevertheless has some interesting design details.

Askew Bridge
Soap and Whiskey Bridge, Skew Arch Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over 6th Street in Reading: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Stone Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 91 ft. Main Span: 40 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1857 By: Unknown and Richard B. Osborne

Among the oldest such bridges in America, this is an outstanding example of the rarest type of stone arch bridge, a helicoidal skew arch, which has a smooth barrel and represents the work of a master in stonework.

Oley Street Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Oley Street in Reading: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Slab, Fixed

Length: 70 ft. Main Span: 20 ft. Roadway: 105 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built By: Unknown

This railroad overpass is noted for its architectural details.

Spring Street Subway
Spring Street Railroad Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern) Over Spring Street in Reading: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 58 ft. Roadway: 265 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1909 By: Hawman Brothers

This early concrete arch railroad overpass is also noted for its width, which is why it was known as a subway when completed.

Ruth's Bridge
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Old Wyomissing Road Over Wyomissing Creek in Wyomissing: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 65 ft. Main Span: 65 ft. Roadway: 20 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1910 By: Unknown

This concrete arch bridge retains excellent historic integrity and has railings that curve around onto the abutments.

Menesetung Bridge
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Railroad (Maitland Rail-Trail) (Former Canadian Pacific) Over Maitland River in Goderich and Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 750 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 12 ft. Main Spans: 7

Built 1907 By: M. A. Pigott Engineering Company of Hamilton, Ontario

The longest railway bridge in Ontario when completed, this high level deck plate girder bridge, today a trail, is the final crossing before the river enters Lake Huron.

Port Albert Fishway Bridge
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Central Wellington Street (Old London Road, Former KH-21 Alignment) Over 9 Mile River in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh (Port Albert): Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Pin-Connected Pratt Full-Slope Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1886 By: Hunter Brothers of Kincardine, Ontario (Hunter Bridge and Boiler Company of Kincardine, Ontario)

Located on old highway alignment, this exceedingly rare pin-connected pony truss bridge is also among the oldest in Ontario, and was built by a little-known local bridge builder.

Zion Road Bridge
Ashfield Park Bridge
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Zion Road Over Boyd Creek in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh: Huron County, Ontario, Canada

Metal 5 Panel Rivet-Connected Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This classic riveted Warren pony truss leads to a small beach along Lake Huron.

I-94 Westbound Bridge
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Railroad (Norfolk Southern and Amtrak Wolverine) Over I-94 Westbound in Rural: Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Metal Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 60 ft. Main Span: 60 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1936 By: W. J. Storen Company of Detroit, Michigan and Michigan State Highway Department

This is perhaps one of the oldest known bridges on I-94 in Michigan since it is a repurposed former US-12 bridge.

Hayhoe Riverwalk Bridge
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Railroad (Hayhoe Riverwalk Rail-Trail) Over Sycamore Creek in Mason: Ingham County, Michigan, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

This ancient and deteriorated small concrete arch bridge has been repurposed for a rail-trail.

Cầu Đại Lào (Dai Lao Bridge)
HSR

Old QL-20 (Quốc Lộ 20 cũ) Over Da Lao in Bảo Lộc (Đại Lào): Lâm Đồng Province (Tỉnh Lâm Đồng), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Concrete Rainbow Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 125 ft. Main Span: 120 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: Unknown

Bypassed by a new bridge, this is an outstanding and rare example of a concrete through arch which might also be called a bowstring concrete truss bridge.

Messerall Road Bridge
Pymatuning State Park Trail Bridge
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Pymatuning State Park Trail Over Linesville Creek in Rural: Crawford County, Pennsylvania, United States

Metal 8 Panel Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Through Truss, Fixed

Length: 103 ft. Main Span: 99 ft. Roadway: 14.8 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1876 By: Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton, Ohio

One of the last surviving bowstring truss bridges in Pennsylvania, this bridge was relocated and preserved on a trail system.

Monticello Boulevard Bridge
Wilson Mills Road Bridge
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Monticello Boulevard (Wilson Mills Road) Over West Branch Euclid Creek in South Euclid: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 368 ft. Main Span: 140 ft. Roadway: 62 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1954 By: Unknown and Osborne Engineering Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This unique and striking concrete arch bridge is noted for its rare European design inspired by famous engineer Robert Maillart.

Holton Avenue Viaduct
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RTA Rapid Transit Over Holton Avenue, 90th Street, and Railroad in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal 10 Panel Rivet-Connected Baltimore Through Truss, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 580 ft. Main Span: 170 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built By: American Bridge Company of New York, New York

This unusual bridge is almost like two double track bridges side by side, and the north half includes plate girder spans over Holton Avenue, while the southern half is all concrete arch spans.

Cầu Ông Cậy (Ong Cay Bridge)
Cầu Tình Yêu (Love Bridge)
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Rạch Ông Cậy (Ong Cay Canal) in Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn): Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Concrete Curved T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 150 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This is a very old bridge, likely from the French period, and after being abandoned and threatened with demolition, it has been beautifully rehabilitated for pedestrian use as part of a new riverfront park.

Cầu Rạch Tôm (Tôm Canal Bridge)
HSR

Lê Văn Lương (HL34) Over Tôm Canal (Rạch Tôm) in Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn): Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal Rivet-Connected Double-Intersection Warren Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 245 ft. Main Span: 80 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built By: Unknown

This narrow riveted pony truss bridge was one of several on this road.

Cầu đường ray Rạch Lăng (Lăng Canal Railway Bridge)
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Railroad (Sài Gòn - Nha Trang Railway) Over Lăng Canal (Rạch Lăng) in Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn): Ho Chi Minh City (Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh) (Sài Gòn), Vietnam (Việt Nam)

Metal Continuous Through Girder, Fixed

Length: 190 ft.

Built By: Unknown

This is the only known surviving riveted plate girder bridge in Ho Chi Minh City.

Fairmount Boulevard Bridge
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Fairmount Boulevard (CR-19) Over Chagrin River in Hunting Valley: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Continuous Deck Girder, Fixed

Length: 241 ft. Main Span: 104 ft. Roadway: 44 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1941 By: Fort Pitt Bridge Works of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Galier Brothers of Cleveland, Ohio and John O. McWilliams and Martin E. Friedman

This nicely proportioned bridge won the 1941 AISC Class C Award for most beautiful steel bridge when built, and it remains beautiful today.

Gates Mills Bridge
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Old Mill Road (CR-427) Over Chagrin River in Gates Mills: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Tied Through Arch, Fixed

Length: 119 ft. Main Span: 116 ft. Roadway: 28 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown and Osborne Engineering Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This is an unusual small-scale occurrence of a steel through arch bridge, and its distinctive design was chosen to harmonize with its charming surroundings.

Chagrin Valley Hunt Club Bridge
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Chagrin Valley Hunt Club Drive Over Mill Race in Gates Mills: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Stone Segmental Deck Arch, Fixed

Main Spans: 1

Built 1959 By: Unknown

Crossing what may be an old mill race, this bridge appears to be a small stone arch bridge, or possibly a concrete bridge with stone facing, and it serves a historic hunt club nearby.

Union Mills Bridge
Old Hanover Road Bridge
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Pedestrian Walkway Over Big Pipe Creek Mill Race in Union Mills: Carroll County, Maryland, United States

Metal (Cast Iron) 3 Panel Pin-Connected Queenpost Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 50 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: Unknown and Wendel Bollman of Baltimore, Maryland

This is an exceedingly rare example of a bridge associated with famous engineer Wendel Bollman and it is also noted for cast iron elements.

Sidaway Avenue Footbridge
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Sidaway Avenue (Pedestrian Walkway) Over Railroad (Abandoned) in Cleveland: Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

Metal Pony Truss Stiffening Wire Cable Suspension, Fixed

Length: 680 ft. Main Span: 400 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1930 By: Unknown and Wilbur J. Watson and Associates of Cleveland, Ohio

Hidden away in a corner of a city is this suspension bridge, the only such structure in Cleveland.

Bixby Bridge
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CA-1 (Cabrillo Highway) Over Bixby Creek in Big Sur: Monterey County, California, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 714 ft. Main Span: 330 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Ward Engineering Company and Frederick W. Panhorst and Harvey D. Stover

This is the biggest and most famous of the arch bridges along this highway.

Rocky Creek Bridge
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CA-1 (Cabrillo Highway) Over Rocky Creek in Rural: Monterey County, California, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 497 ft. Main Span: 239 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

This is one of the larger of an impressive set of concrete arch bridges along this stunning, iconic highway.

Granite Canyon Bridge
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CA-1 (Cabrillo Highway) Over Granite Canyon in Rural: Monterey County, California, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 288 ft. Main Span: 127 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1932 By: Unknown

This is one of several concrete arch bridges which enhance the beauty of this famous, iconic highway.

Malpaso Creek Bridge
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CA-1 (Cabrillo Highway) Over Malpaso Creek in Rural: Monterey County, California, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 210 ft. Main Span: 124 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1935 By: Unknown

This is one of several concrete arch bridges which enhance the beauty of this famous, iconic highway.

Big Creek Bridge
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CA-1 (Cabrillo Highway) Over Big Creek in Rural: Monterey County, California, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 587 ft. Main Span: 168 ft. Roadway: 23.3 ft. Main Spans: 4

Built 1938 By: C.O. Sparks and Mundo Engineering Company

This is one of several concrete arch bridges which enhance the beauty of this famous, iconic highway, and it is noted for its unusual adjustable half-arch spans that cantilever out at the ends.

Garrapata Creek Bridge
HSR

CA-1 (Cabrillo Highway) Over Garrapata Creek in Rural: Monterey County, California, United States

Concrete Open Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed and Approach Spans: Concrete T-Beam, Fixed

Length: 285 ft. Main Span: 151 ft. Roadway: 24 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1931 By: Unknown

This is one of several concrete arch bridges which enhance the beauty of this famous, iconic highway.

Wildcat Creek Bridge
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CA-1 (Cabrillo Highway) Over Wildcat Creek in Rural: Monterey County, California, United States

Concrete Closed Spandrel Deck Arch, Fixed

Length: 166 ft. Main Span: 57 ft. Roadway: 34 ft. Main Spans: 3

Built 1933 By: Unknown

This is the smallest, and only closed spandrel arch, among several concrete arch bridges which enhance the beauty of this famous, iconic highway.

Zenas King Bowstring Bridge
Loramie Creek Bridge, Brandewie Farm Bridge
HSR

Benjamin Trail Over Amos Lake in Sidney: Shelby County, Ohio, United States

Metal Threaded Rod-Nut Connected Bowstring Pony Truss, Fixed

Length: 68 ft. Main Span: 68 ft. Roadway: 12.5 ft. Main Spans: 1

Built 1879 By: King Bridge Company of Cleveland, Ohio

This beautiful bowstring has found a new home in a park setting after serving in two different previous locations.

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