And here it is 21+ years later.
Somehow I missed this on my last trip to the nearby covered bridge. I'll try to get back for more detailed pics when it's warmer.
There was quite a bit of controversy about this bridge before the 1989 rehabilitation. The state wanted to close it, but the locals prevailed to have it repaired. Before the stop lights were installed, it used to be quite a game of "chicken" to get across -- the eastern approach is very steep, and you can't see if there's an approaching vehicle on the bridge until you are nearly on it yourself!
In addition to the Davis Ferry bridge, there used to be two more similar one-lane bridges nearby -- one just north at Americus, and one south of Lafayette called the Granville bridge. Both have been replaced.
This bridge is on BNSF Railway's ex-Santa Fe "Transcon" main line.
This is a rare WIBC Pratt variant. Instead of the diagonals crossing two panels- as on a Whipple truss, on this bridge the counters cross two panels. There is another one sitting abandoned in Orange County, In. This bridge needs to be preserved.
This is a rare WIBC Pratt variant. Instead of the diagonals crossing two panels- as on a Whipple truss, on this bridge the counters cross two panels. There is another one sitting abandoned in Orange County, In. This bridge needs to be preserved.
The original bridge that was replaced here was a red through truss. The new bridge is actually a modern pony truss bridge.
Hello, this is a airplane view of the bridge 2/13/02, and the bridge is destroyed.
in the picture, there are two bridges, one concrete, one truss.
the truss bridge is next to the concrete bridge, laying in the Kansas River after being blow from the piers with dynamite.
this is the (from what i know) last picture of the bridge.
This bridge did not have the lift span when it was built.
As I read on another site, the lift span was added in 1972.
The way I read it, the City of Little Rock was sending in letters, telling that river traffic could not go under the bridge, so after 2 or 3 years of complaints, Rock Island closed the bridge in 1971, and mid 1972 reopened with a new lift span.
Sadly, Rock Island only got to use the new lift span for 8 years, until they went bankrupt in 1980.
John, I like the touch and feel of the new site. I'm still stumbling around, checking out the various new features but, so far, I like what I see.
I'm attaching another photo of the Lincoln Highway bridge on 5th Avenue in Tama, Tama County, Iowa, just to try out the new upload fature. :) This view is looking east, showing the south railing of one of my favorite Lincoln Highway bridges. (Along with the Rainbow Bridge in Donner Pass and the Westinghouse bridge over Turtle Creek in Pennsylvania.)
Pictures taken 11-11-2007
I was driving over the bridge today and it has a new sign, "43 Ton Limit"
I can not say for sure, but in my opinion, i think the days of this bridge will soon be numbered.
Ever since that collapse of that one Deck Truss bridge up in Iowa, or Indiana, or one of those, Deck Truss bridges are checked more often than basic girder bridges.
This bridge is one of two of its type ever made, and is an honor to have this in my town.
I live on Kansas City, so this is kind of fun to have such a rare bridge in my town.
Below is a recent photo of the bridge, and from the looks of it, i think the bridge got a new paint job in the color Brown.
This bridge has been replaced with a slab.
Found Bridge at Garmin GPS coordinates:
N31 18.091 W86 43.036. Its on Bull Slough road about half way between CR43 and CR 21. Its a dirt road.
Vintage BMW Motorcycle club traveled to the bridge 01/12/2008.
Such a shame that they can't just rehabilitate and save a beautiful structure like this. This bridge stood out to me above most of the others on this site...partly due to its striking similarities to the long-closed Tilley Bridge on my own site. Every day it angers and disappoints me that they continue to demolish and close these structures rather than restoring them and keeping them in use. These are small lightly traveled local roads, and I do not understand why we have to constantly replace everything interesting and enjoyable with something else ugly, boring and utilitarian. It clearly shows what our leaders think of their communities and the population as a whole.
WAS ANGELA FREEMAN ABDUCTED IN 1990 OR 1993? AND BOND AND HATCHER 1995 OR 1991? THERE ARE 2 DIFFERENT YEARS ON BRIDGE PHOTO AND FOLLOWUP. THANK YOU.
that was actually one of two bridges, the little one that went over a creek got torn down, i heard from good source that back in the day that use to be mo route 21
there was actually two bridges, i think the first one that went over a little creek got torn down but the pictured one remains
its a real pain in the *ss driving around that area with that bridge closed.
that line may have crossed the mckinley bridge from venice to north st louis, i know for fact the if you on northbound i-70 coming out of downtown st louis, there is still a brodge that goes over the top of the highway that has those kind of electric lines, it is located just north of madison street in north st louis, there was some talk not to long ago about making it into a bike trail or something
that line may have crossed the mckinley bridge from venice to north st louis, i know for fact the if you on northbound i-70 coming out of downtown st louis, there is still a brodge that goes over the top of the highway that has those kind of electric lines, it is located just north of madison street in north st louis, there was some talk not to long ago about making it into a bike trail or something
I've heard that this bridge is the next to be replaced. As much as I like the bridge, I don't think it's nothing compared to the mill 1/4 - 1/2 mile away. Someone needs to do some history on it.
I hear that the replacement bridge was constructed in part due to the Meramec Basin Project, which called for construction of up to 30 or more dams throughout the Meramec River Watershed. Construction on one dam was underway when the project was cancelled but there were also plans to construct a dam above Union, MO, which would have backed up water under this very high bridge. The bridge seems a lot taller than is needed for this type of crossing.
Does anyone know about the history of the replacement structure?
I cant belive finding a pic of this bridge. I lived in Hackett for several months back in 1973, I was 9 at the time and my brother , my cousin and myself would play down there at the creek all the time, It looks exactly the same.
It would appear that Mr. McClanahan is probably wrong. The recent passage of the Rails AND Trails provisions of the AmerenUE settlement indicate serious interest in the re-establishment of through service. As fuel prices continue to mount, the economics make more sense, and the line is really in better shape than most folks seem to understand.
Went over it New Years Weekend here are some photos
Photos taken 11-11-2007
born in Missouri.We was always on the levee going to illinois or kentucky.the levee was bad enough before Missouri built new bridge. Levee always backed up to Wyatt because bridge couldn't handle the traffic and if there was a wreck you wasn't going no where.Was in elementary school and went on field trip to Cairo to museum and rode in floor board while crossing bridge both ways.Was told at 1 time it had walks on bridge so people could walk across ,but was taking out to widen and it is still not wide enough. all i can say take the ferry.
I was in Colorado visiting my son. We wanted to make a trip to Leadville and in spite of the snow and wind, decided to try it. About 8 miles outside of Minturn, we decided we should turn back. There it was-- the beautiful Red Cliff Bridge. We didn't make it to Leadville, but we were lucky to get to see the beautiful bridge. I'm anxious to return in good weather so we can enjoy the view!
Sunday, December 30, 2007
After further inquires with my Marshall in laws I found out the Marshall Cover Bridge was named after my Wife's Father's, (Uncle Dave Marshall). The story goes that the bridge was named after the family that lived closest to it at the time it was built. Dave Marshall who my Wife's Father (William L. Marshall) lived with since both of his parents died only lived about 200 yards from the bridge. At the present time I'm trying to find out which way from the bridge he lived. One way at this day in time leads to an intersection and the other way leads down the country road. Also at this day in time both ways have a house about 200 yards from the bridge but neither one could be the Marshall home due to changes in dates & time.
I hope this can be cleared up by my Wife's older brother Jim Marshall who was I beleive the last one to visit the Marshall Bridge years ago with his Dad, William Leroy Marshall.
His Dad showed him where he carved his initials and his future wifes initials in the bridge. WLM & HH.
HH stands for Helen Hann.
So as time goes on I have sent out word to anyone in the Marshall Family that knows anything about the Marshall Bridge to let me know or go into this web site and add anything that might help tell the history of the Marshall Bridge.
Please do it now before we all kick off.
GPS N37 23.152, W092 20.503
Date of photos 12/31/07
Photo 1- Looking West
Photo 2- Inventory number
Photo 3- Looking East
Photo 4- Looking South/West
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While AF generaly runs North/South, this bridge is on an East/West section where the highway was bent to cross the creek.
GPS N37 27.001, W092 22.099
Date of photo's 12/31/07
Photo 1- Looking East
Photo 2- Inventory/date painted
Photo 3- Looking West
Photo 4- Looking South/West
Photo 5- Load Limit sign on East bank
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Don't know when it was closed, but judging from the grass on the sides of the approach, it has been a while.
GPS N37 30.293, W091 59.023
Date of photo's 12/31/07
1- Looking North
2- Plaque
3- Looking South
4- Sign located on North side of river
5- Looking South/West
6- Paint date-possible last maintenance?
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Is it still standing?
Doug
This bridge is a seven span, seven panel, riveted Parker through truss bridge. It connects the towns of Stillwater, Minnesota and Hudson, Wisconsin. The photos were taken on May 17, 2006
The Robert Street Bridge connects downtown St. Paul, Minnesota with South St. Paul, MN. The structure is comprised of a rainbow arch and several open spandrel arches. All photos were taken on May 17, 2006 from the south side of the Mississippi River.
This bridge appears to be a six panel, riveted, Warren through truss.
This six panel, pin connected Pratt through truss is located within the Forrestville-Mystery Cave State Park. A vehicle pass from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is needed to enter the park, and can be obtained at the office near the bridge or at the cave entrance a few miles to the west.
I am uploading some detail pics of this bridge. Note the use of cables, possibly instead of eyebars, on certain locations on the bridge. In one instance, holes for the cables appear to have been drilled through a vertical member (see photo). The plaque is located at the southwest corner of the bridge.
Is this, or was this, a covered bridge? In a listing of all NH covered bridges, this was listed and I can't find any other info on it. Anyone have a picture?
The old pic acompaning this photo is more than likely not Rily Lake Bridge because there would be a bluff in the back ground to the left if facing southeast(towards Chester) or on the right if facing north(towards Ellis Grove). It does resimble another old bridge near where this pic is thought to be taken. Its south east of Chester. The local kids called it the old Iron Bridge is on the road going out of town off rt 3 south a little past the swimming pool and on the oppisite side of the road.
This bridge is not closed, I drive accross it 2-3 times a week.
Besides, this bridge can not close, it's the only back road bridge accross the train tracks.
Also, the Santa-Fe railroad uses it.
For them, it is a faster way to get to the tracks than to drive all the way around to the K-32 highway to get in.
This bridge was a toll bridge back in I think the 70's.
After many complaints, the toll booths were removed and was open to free traffic.
The Intercity Viaduct was also a toll bridge
This bridge, will be replaced by another bridge in 2011.
From what I have heard, the new bridge will be built about 150-200 feet east of the current bridge.
It already has a name, it will be called the
Chris S. Bond bridge.
I want to know why they just don't leave the current name.
And, someone said that the current bridge will not be destroyed.
But I can not be sure about that.
If they leave it there after the replacement bridge is built,someone may get hurt on it, as the state will no longer inspect it.
But, the state might turn it into a bicycle or walking bridge.
But anyway, it will be replaced.
Work to start on the new bridge is supposed to start in 2010.
I will watch out for it.
This bridge, will be replaced by another bridge in 2011.
From what I have heard, the new bridge will be built about 150-200 feet east of the current bridge.
It already has a name, it will be called the
Chris S. Bond bridge.
I want to know why they just don't leave the current name.
And, someone said that the current bridge will not be destroyed.
But I can not be sure about that.
If they leave it there after the replacement bridge is built,someone may get hurt on it, as the state will no longer inspect it.
But, the state might turn it into a bicycle or walking bridge.
But anyway, it will be replaced.
Work to start on the new bridge is supposed to start in 2010.
I will watch out for it.
This was at one time the mainline of the Pennsylvania RR between Chicago and Pittsburgh. It is now operated by a short line, the Chicago, Ft. Wayne, and Eastern.
This is now the Norfolk Southern Railroad. The Wabash name has not been used since Norfolk & Western took over in 1964, and N&W merged with Southern in 1982.
This is Madison County bridge #97 (or 4800097).
I was born and raised about 20 miles from this bridge. In August 1999 I returned to photograph this Eugene Bridge from the Southwest corner ( best location ). The building next to it (also painted Red ) is the Big Bridge Restaurant. I have this photo ( 36 in. x 56 in. )on display at The Woodburn Art Center in Woodburn, Oregon from Jan. 4--26, 2008, $ 800.00 each. J.J. Daniel was the builder in 1873 and he built several other covered bridges in this vicinity, some larger and some smaller. My grandfather, Perry Myers, rode horse and buggy over this bridge for many years.
Tom Myers 2575 Jamestown Street, Woodburn, Oregon 97071
Rode over this in Feb, I was a bit disappointed because the deck has been replaced and doesn't sound like a piano anymore.
The bridge is slated to be demo'd in 2008. A replacement is being discussed for a few years down the road.
A few pictures taken Saturday, December 22, 2007. The county did a fantastic job restoring this bridge and even went as far as to decorate the bridge with lights and tinsel for Christmas!
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I went down this road Saturday, December 22, 2007 and the bridge no longer exists. It has been replaced with a slab.
A few pictures from Friday, December 21, 2007. Spoke with the county on 12/21/07 and like Janis said the State will be building a new bridge next to this steel truss beginning in 2008. The project should last about 2 years but they have no idea what the State plans to do with the steel truss. Is there any type of a clearing house for these old bridges that can possibly be saved and used elsewhere such as a park?
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A correction made on one of Benjamin Braddy's son's name to Ezariah not Euriah.
I remember seeing photos of the McKinley Bridge during its last days of rail service-in the late 70s showing a single track and a shared lane with cars and trains. Lost the site, anyone have more photos or info?
This bridge location has a much longer historical history than the bridge itself. The bridge sets on what used to be the historical Braddy Ford. I believe this ferry was in use around the 1830s or 1840s Im not sure the duration of it's existence. Benjamin Braddy and family owned the property the St. Francis River Route E Bridge sits on now. Those that ran the business may have been Benjamin Braddy himself and his son's Euriah and Jesse. If you or anyone else has any information on the historical Braddy Ford in Madison County Mo., please email me at others100@sbcglobal.net
Correction to my last comment Nov. 28.
It was not this bridge that was Rock Island's, it was Kansas River Railroad Bridge No. 4
Sorry about that mixup.
The Marshall Cover Bridge is named after my wifes family.
Her name is Carolyn Sue (Marshall) Nicol.
Mom & Dad were William & Helen Marshall.
The Marshall name goes way back in history.
This Mahshall Covered Bridge is named after my wifes family.
My wife is Carolyn Sue (Marshall) Nicol.
Mom & Dad named William & Helen Marshall.
The Marshall Family & name goes way back in history.
Your pictures are beautiful.
I just wanted to comment as this bridge is part of my family history. The blue house in the background is where my Grandfather Alvis Weddle grew up. It is also where we spend lazy summer days, as every year our family still meets at the house every Labor Day weekend for our family reunion.
If you have a chance you should go back and shoot it again, it was redone in (I think) 2005/2006.
Thanks for the beautiful photos.
Hannah Ball
p.s. For fun I am including a picture of my family in front of the old cellar (underground) that is located in the rear of the house.
Another little chunk of history being destroyed.
We were there visiting (Adams Co.) the first week of November and noticed the bridge was closed as we went up the hill to the church and cemetery.
So many of my ancestors (now buried in Bluff Hall Cemetery and other area cemeteries) must have crossed that little bridge during their daily routines. My great grandfather lived south of there, just north of Fall Creek. Hardly anything of the past is left. His house and barn are, but I wouldn't be surprised to one day discover they had been knocked down to widen the highway.
This bridge looks like it was built in the 20's.
The design is almost identicle to many other 1920 bridges that we have seen. Oh well, I may be wrong.
Fun to find. Sad to see.
Yes,taking the eastbound Salisbury exit will put you on the bridge to Illinois.
the swinging bridge you are talking about still exists. It is in the swope park zoo.
Will taking Salisbury eastbound get me on the bridge (from Mo)? All the current mapping sites still have it closed and I can't tell which road you take to get on the bridge.
This is quite an awesome site from an 18 wheeler when you are least expecting it at night. Would love to go back over it in the daylight. It's been some time since I was there, but have been searching all over for it again. It was something at the time that we wanted to forget, but now would like to ride our motorcycles back to see it. We live in MO. Could you send us more info about it. Camping areas around there, historic sites, etc. Thanks.
This is quite an awesome site from an 18 wheeler when you are least expecting it at night. Would love to go back over it in the daylight. It's been some time since I was there, but have been searching all over for it again. It was something at the time that we wanted to forget, but now would like to ride our motorcycles back to see it. We live in MO. Could you send us more info about it. Camping areas around there, historic sites, etc. Thanks.
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McKinley Bridge fully reopens, today, December 17 to all vehicles at 3 PM.
The new bridge was open Thanksgiving weekend (2007), and the demolition of the old bridge was well underway. Not sure of the exact opening date, but it could not have been long before I drove through there.
The project included a short new stretch of roadway that eliminated an S-curve on a hill leading down to the bridge (heading north). It was a blind curve because of the cut in the hill, and if there was something stopped on the bridge, you wouldn't know it until it was too late.
The old bridge itself was in rough shape, too, from the driving surface up ... I'd hate to think what it looked like from below! There were big chunks missing from at least a couple of the trusses, for example. The increase in traffic on 231 had a lot to do with it, but a lot of oversize/overweight loads surely did not help.
I will miss the old bridge, but I dare say the new one will be much safer!
hope that it has been refurbished up there in that area of tennessee sure is beautiful country side town were its located at
its rare to see bridges like this stil standing
This photo contains 3 out all 4 Kansas River Railroad Bridges.
Kansas River Railroad Bridge No. 4 is at the bottom.
Kansas River Railroad Bridge No. 3 is near the center of this photo. (Note the Cattle Chute Bridge between Bridge 3 & 4)
Kansas River Railroad Bridge No. 2 is at the top.
this photo was during the 1951 Kansas City Flood.
(The Central Ave. Bridge is also here, it is south of Railroad Bridge 2 and north of Bridge 3)
Pictures taken 10-21-07
Pictures taken 10-21-07
Pictures taken 10-21-07
11-28-07: This bridge has been replaced.
Plaque is gone now. That's a shame.
Good for you Mr Travis. I visited this bridge earlier this year...in October...but got there as it was getting dark. I'm glad you got some good recent pictures for us. When I was there, this bridge was heavily traveled. Two SUVs got nose to nose on the one lane bridge. It is surrounded by fabulous luxury homes. The area has changed a lot since I grew up there in the '60s and '70s.
I Got some good pictures of the 135th street bridge in Lemont though. As you know, it is preserved next to the canal it once crossed.
11-28-07: Bridge is gone & this is a dry weather crossing now.
When I drove by this bridge the other day, it was closed. There was some corugated steel pipe next to it, so it looks like they might be replacing. I hope they dont this is a very nice bridge.
hi
In the book
High and Rising: The 1951 Kansas City Flood
there is a photo with Rock Island rail cars filled with rock trying to save this bridge from the river waters and mud that are hitting it at high speed during the '51 flood.
this bridge is a reminder of how a steel bridge can take a beating.
Photos taken 10-18-07
This bridge no longer exists,
it has been replaced with a new bridge.
Photo's taken 12/2/2007
Did not confirm GPS coordinates
Bridge is on Hwy 17 south/east of Yukon, MO
Though Hwy 17 runs east/west, this bridge sits on a north/south section.
Photo 1- Looking North
Photo 2- Plaque on South/East corner
Photo 3- Looking South
Photo 4- East side looking South
Photo 5- West side looking South
Photo 6- East side curbing damaged, west side in similar condition.
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This bridge is scheduled to be replaced in 2008.
AP story reports this bridge collapsed on 12/6/07.
Pictures taken 10-20-2007
This bridge looks really thin in the middle. I don't see a weight limit sign either. What would it hurt for the State to put a brace in the middle of it as long as it was streamlined for water flow around the brace? Could safely extend it's lifespan.
11-10-07: This bridge has been replaced.
I cross this bridge northbound and southbound every Wednesday and Saturday for my horseback riding lesson. It is an engineering marvel!! I have crossed so many times it seems like it takes no time at all to get across to me. If it's your first couple of times traveling across it it seems long.
Seeing this bridge brings back a lot of memories, for as a child I walked it every day and my uncle had a mill / dam and I would go there to fish or skip rocks. During the winter all the kids would ice skate. My uncle would take his tractor and plow the snow off by the bridge so the kids could skate all threw the wintertime. Keeping the snow off in “Iowa” was know easy job. Before this it was my parents turn. Swimming, fishing, and for the brave, jumping off. This is what it looks like now.
Most of this bridge no longer exists,
a new metal grid deck has replaced the wooden floor.
This bridge no longer exists,
it has been replaced with a new bridge.
This bridge no longer exists,
it has been replaced with a new bridge.