Pennsylvania Railroad Bridge, Railway bridge in Pennsylvania, United States.
The Pennsylvania Railroad Bridge features stone arches spanning across the Schuylkill River, supporting five railway tracks connecting northern and southern lines.
The bridge opened in 1867 with two tracks and an iron truss design, later undergoing major expansion between 1912 and 1915 to accommodate five tracks.
Engineer Alexander C. Shand led the bridge expansion project, maintaining architectural elements of the original structure while increasing its capacity.
The bridge carries Amtrak Northeast Corridor trains along with SEPTA and New Jersey Transit commuter rail services across the Schuylkill River.
Thomas Eakins selected this bridge as a backdrop for his painting 'Max Schmitt in a Single Scull,' capturing its presence in Philadelphia's landscape.
Location: Pennsylvania
Official opening: 1896
GPS coordinates: 40.02930,-76.51790
Latest update: April 15, 2025 16:11
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