Glenwood B&O Railroad Bridge, Railroad bridge in Pittsburgh, United States
The Glenwood B&O Railroad Bridge extends 2,397 feet across the Monongahela River with three main spans constructed from steel Pratt trusses.
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad commissioned this bridge in 1884 to expand their transportation network, handling 31 daily trains by 1928.
The bridge represents Pennsylvania's industrial development, connecting communities while facilitating the movement of coal and steel through Pittsburgh's economic corridor.
The structure maintains a clearance of 50.5 feet above the water, permitting river vessels to pass underneath while supporting active freight rail traffic.
The Allegheny Valley Railroad currently operates this bridge through a long-term lease, maintaining the vital rail connection between Pittsburgh and Washington, Pennsylvania.
Location: Pittsburgh
Official opening: 1884
GPS coordinates: 40.39840,-79.93140
Latest update: March 4, 2025 13:16
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