Fort Henry Bridge, Tied-arch bridge over Ohio River in Wheeling, US
The Fort Henry Bridge extends 1,660 feet across the Ohio River with four traffic lanes supported by steel arches rising 203 feet above water.
Opening in September 1955, the bridge construction required 6,700 tons of steel and cost 6.8 million dollars, exceeding initial budget estimates by 1.8 million.
The bridge name connects to Patrick Henry, who served as governor of Virginia Territory during the American Revolutionary period.
The structure carries Interstate 70 and US Routes 40 and 250, managing over 60,000 vehicles daily between Wheeling Island and mainland West Virginia.
The bridge foundation extends 40 feet beneath the river surface, anchored directly into solid rock for maximum structural stability.
Location: West Virginia
GPS coordinates: 40.07190,-80.72750
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:57
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