Interurban Bridge, Railway bridge in Waterville, Ohio, United States
Description
The Interurban Bridge is a railway bridge that crosses the Maumee River in Waterville, Ohio, with a concrete arch design spanning approximately 370 meters. The closed spandrel arch structure was built to handle the electric trolley traffic that passed over it.
History
The bridge was built in 1907 as part of the Ohio Electric Interurban trolley network that connected communities across the region. Operations ceased in 1937 when the tracks were removed and the electric railway system came to an end.
Culture
The bridge once served as a vital link in the regional electric railway network that shaped how communities in Ohio connected and grew together. It reflects the importance of public transportation in everyday life during the early 1900s.
Practical
The bridge is located on the outskirts of Waterville and can be reached from the town's main roads. Visitors can view the structure from nearby paths or from the banks of the Maumee River.
Did you know?
During World War II, the bridge was briefly used for automobile traffic after a nearby bridge collapsed in 1941, showing how the structure adapted to unexpected needs. This temporary role demonstrated its durability during a critical time.
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