Anacostia Railroad Bridge, Railway bridge in Washington, D.C., United States
The Anacostia Railroad Bridge spans 910 feet across the Anacostia River with two tracks supporting freight and passenger rail transportation services.
The Baltimore and Potomac Rail Road inaugurated this vertical lift bridge on July 2, 1872, marking a major expansion of railroad infrastructure in the capital region.
The bridge represents the evolution of American railway engineering, connecting different rail subdivisions while accommodating river navigation through its lift mechanism.
CSX Transportation operates the bridge with a dedicated tender who controls the lift span operations to allow boat traffic passage underneath the structure.
In 2007, a coal train derailment caused the northern span to collapse, leading to immediate closure and comprehensive structural assessment procedures.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Official opening: 1872
GPS coordinates: 38.88010,-76.97190
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:48
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