Ohio Connecting Railroad Bridge, Railway bridge in Pittsburgh, United States
The Ohio Connecting Railroad Bridge is a railway crossing spanning the Ohio River near Brunot's Island in Pittsburgh. Two large steel truss spans support freight trains moving through the region today.
An original single-track structure built in 1890 gave way to a new design in 1915 as freight traffic through Pittsburgh increased significantly. This replacement reflected the region's growing industrial demands.
The bridge represents Pennsylvania's industrial evolution, connecting various regional railway routes that supported manufacturing and commercial development throughout the 20th century.
The bridge is visible from public areas near Brunot's Island, though direct access is restricted to railway property. Visitors can best view the structure from riverbanks or nearby roads.
The original structure included a central car lift system designed specifically to deliver coal to the power plant on Brunot's Island. This mechanical solution allowed heavy loads to move efficiently across the river.
Location: Pittsburgh
Official opening: 1915
GPS coordinates: 40.46280,-80.04290
Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:08
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