Herr's Island Railroad Bridge, Railroad truss bridge in Pittsburgh, United States.
Description
Herr's Island Railroad Bridge is an iron truss structure that spans 64 feet (19 meters) across a side channel of the Allegheny River connecting Troy Hill to Washington's Landing. The structure uses a Pratt truss design with vertical end posts that differ from standard bridge construction of that time.
History
The structure was built in 1890 by the Western Pennsylvania Railroad to serve industrial facilities on Herr's Island. It underwent reconstruction in 1903 as the needs of the area evolved.
Culture
The bridge displays craftsmanship from the late 1800s and retains the marks of its original construction method. Visitors can observe the ironwork details while crossing and understand how engineers of that era solved the challenge of spanning rivers.
Practical
The bridge is now part of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail and allows pedestrians and cyclists to safely cross the river. A switchback ramp at one end makes the approach easier for all visitors.
Did you know?
Near the bridge there are stone benches and a compass map inlaid in limestone that offer views of Pittsburgh's eastern skyline. These added elements turn a simple crossing into a place where visitors naturally pause to look around.
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