Hill to Hill Bridge

The Hill to Hill Bridge spans 1,607 feet across the Lehigh River with two main spans of 171 feet each and ten approach spans integrating roads and railways.

Constructed in 1924 by Rodgers and Hagerty of New York, the bridge replaced a two-lane covered bridge and eliminated several railroad grade crossings on both banks.

The bridge stands as a contributing element to the Central Bethlehem Historic District, connecting the north and south sections of the city through its monumental structure.

The bridge carries Pennsylvania Route 378 with four traffic lanes and a pedestrian sidewalk, linking Wyandotte Street on the south side to multiple ramps on the north.

The structure features the Hudson truss design, named after engineer Clarence Hudson, which remains the only known example of this specific configuration in existence.

Location: Pennsylvania

Official opening: 1924

Made from material: concrete

GPS coordinates: 40.61550,-75.38460

Latest update: March 9, 2025 12:21