Historic Bridges of the U.S.

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Overview: Bowstring pony truss bridge over Central Canal on trail behind Indianapolis Museum of Art in Indianapolis
Location: Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana
Status: Open to pedestrians
History: Originally built in Montgomery County, moved to Marion County
Builder: - King Bridge Co. of Cleveland, Ohio
Design: Wrought iron Bowstring pony truss
Inventory number: BH 37495 (Bridgehunter.com ID)

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October 2, 2008: Added by Anthony Dillon

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Big Jim Bridge

Posted October 3, 2008, by Anthony Dillon (spansaver [at] hotmail [dot] com)

Wayne

Thanks for your comments on this and the Harris Ford Bridge. My only complaint on this bridge is the massive black railing that obstructs the view of the trusses from the inside. I took these pictures about 3 years ago, and at that time there was some talk about redoing them. I have not made it back to follow up. But regardless, I'm happy not to see this bridge abandoned and sitting in the weeds.

I have another bridge to add that was placed just up the canal. A beautiful bedstead from 1879 called the Lye Creek Bridge. Look for it soon.

Thanks again!

Tony

Big Jim Bridge

Posted October 3, 2008, by Wayne Kizziar (wayne1701 [at] cableone [dot] net)

Another beauty saved, very nice photography.