View Information About HSR Ratings
This bridge is an attractive example of a pin-connected through truss. A 1901 construction date is given, but the bridge has some odd details regarding the floor beam location above the bottom chord, and the bottom chord which slopes down in the end panels. It is not known who built the bridge. The portal bracing is similar to 1900s Massillon Bridge Company bridges, but the unusual bottom chord detail is not.
There is all mannner of construction going on around this area. It appears that this may have once been a pristine area of beautiful hills and forests, with this quant truss bridge nestled away among the winding roads of the area. However, today there is all sorts of industrial activity that appears to either be related to something like fracking or mining, or something of the sorts, and construction seems to be ongoing. A pungent natural gas style odor was around the area, and large underground ventilation equipment was visible near the bridge, as well as many pipelines. Large pickup trucks apparently related to all this were seen crossing this bridge. A worker was posted at the bridge to direct traffic. Given PennDOT's record for demolition of historic bridges, it would seem that a bridge in this setting doesn't stand a chance and likely awaits a fate similar to the natural beauty that once surrounded the bridge: It is likely this bridge will be replaced soon. This is unfortunate. The bridge would be an outstanding candidate for relocation and reuse on a non-motorized trail system.
Information and Findings From Pennsylvania's Historic Bridge InventoryDiscussion of Bridge The 5 panel, 104' long and 17' wide pin-connected Pratt thru truss bridge with the floorbeams placed above the lower chords is supported on ashlar abutments with wingwalls. The trusses are traditionally composed, and the floorbeams, which are connected with pin plates riveted to their outer edge, are built up. This is not a standard detail. The bridge dates to 1901, which is not early for a pin connected Pratt thru truss, but is a complete example with non-standard details, and it is among the oldest 10 examples in the district. It stands out in a county and region rich in truss bridges as a significant example of the important bridge type. The bridge is historically and technologically significant because of its completeness, relative rareness of the type, date of construction, and non-standard detailing. Discussion of Surrounding Area The bridge carries 1 lane of a state road over a stream in a sparsely developed, wooded setting on the Greene-Washington County line. A water filtration plant is beyond the southeast quadrant. Bridge Considered Historic By Survey: Yes |
Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
Search For Additional Bridge Listings:
Bridgehunter.com: View listed bridges within 0.5 miles (0.8 kilometers) of this bridge.
Bridgehunter.com: View listed bridges within 10 miles (16 kilometers) of this bridge.
Additional Maps:
Google Streetview (If Available)
GeoHack (Additional Links and Coordinates)
Apple Maps (Via DuckDuckGo Search)
Apple Maps (Apple devices only)
Android: Open Location In Your Map or GPS App
Flickr Gallery (Find Nearby Photos)
Wikimedia Commons (Find Nearby Photos)
Directions Via Sygic For Android
Directions Via Sygic For iOS and Android Dolphin Browser
USGS National Map (United States Only)
Historical USGS Topo Maps (United States Only)
Historic Aerials (United States Only)
CalTopo Maps (United States Only)
© Copyright 2003-2024, HistoricBridges.org. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: HistoricBridges.org is a volunteer group of private citizens. HistoricBridges.org is NOT a government agency, does not represent or work with any governmental agencies, nor is it in any way associated with any government agency or any non-profit organization. While we strive for accuracy in our factual content, HistoricBridges.org offers no guarantee of accuracy. Information is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. Information could include technical inaccuracies or errors of omission. Opinions and commentary are the opinions of the respective HistoricBridges.org member who made them and do not necessarily represent the views of anyone else, including any outside photographers whose images may appear on the page in which the commentary appears. HistoricBridges.org does not bear any responsibility for any consequences resulting from the use of this or any other HistoricBridges.org information. Owners and users of bridges have the responsibility of correctly following all applicable laws, rules, and regulations, regardless of any HistoricBridges.org information.
