Maiden Lane Bridge, Railway bridge in Albany, US
The Maiden Lane Bridge stretched 1740 feet across the Hudson River, connecting the cities of Albany and Rensselaer with fifteen steel spans and double tracks.
The Hudson River Bridge Company completed the construction in 1871, marking the second crossing point over the Hudson River at Albany for expanding rail transportation.
Engineers from Phoenixville Iron Works incorporated the innovative Phoenix Column design, which revolutionized bridge construction through stronger and lighter structural components.
The bridge included steam-powered swing mechanisms and manual backup systems to allow river navigation while maintaining continuous rail service between the two cities.
The structure contained minimal wooden elements, diverging from traditional bridge designs after the Troy fire of 1862 demonstrated the vulnerability of timber construction.
Official opening: 1871
GPS coordinates: 42.64778,-73.74583
Latest update: March 7, 2025 22:27
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