Historic Bridges of the U.S. | Rock Rapids Railroad Bridge

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Side view

Photo taken by Jason Smith

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West portal

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Deck view

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Underneath

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Lower joint

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Plaque

Union Bridge Co.
Builders
Buffalo N.Y.

Overview: Abandoned through truss bridge over Rock River on the discontinued Illinois Central Railroad at Rock Rapids
Location: Lyon County, Iowa
Status: Still standing, but rails removed
History: Built 1897 by the Union Bridge Co.
Builder: - Union Bridge Co.
Design: Riveted, 8-panel Pratt through truss
Inventory number: BH 13935 (Bridgehunter.com ID)