Lenape Bridge, bridge in United States of America
The Lenape Bridge is a stone arch bridge in Pennsylvania completed in 1912 that spans over a floodplain section of Brandywine Creek. The structure features seven arches, measures approximately 308 feet long and 21 feet wide, with the main span extending about 44 feet.
The bridge was constructed between 1911 and 1912 by Corcoran Construction Company under engineer Nathan R. Rambo, using stone salvaged from a demolished nearby mill and local structures. It replaced an earlier wooden bridge and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988.
The bridge takes its name from the Lenape people who originally inhabited the region. Today it serves as a visual landmark in the rural landscape, connecting generations of travelers and offering a tangible link to the area's past.
The bridge is accessible from Pennsylvania Route 52 and remains open to vehicle traffic, though the two lanes are narrow enough to require caution when meeting oncoming cars. The location near Brandywine Picnic Park allows you to combine a visit with exploring the surrounding creek area.
Some of the stone used to build the bridge came from a historic mill that was demolished to make room for the new structure. This recycling of local materials shows how older buildings contributed to new infrastructure projects.
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