Simeon Willis Memorial Bridge, Cantilever bridge across Ohio River between Ashland, Kentucky and Coal Grove, Ohio
The Simeon Willis Memorial Bridge extends 738 feet over the Ohio River with steel girders painted in green, connecting two states through a dual-bridge system.
Construction of this $19 million transportation structure began in 1981 by Bristol Steel & Iron Works and reached completion with an opening ceremony on May 9, 1985.
The bridge bears the name of Simeon Willis, an Ashland attorney who served as governor of Kentucky from 1943 to 1947, marking his contributions to the state.
The bridge carries northbound US Route 23 Spur traffic while its companion, the Ben Williamson Memorial Bridge, manages southbound vehicles between Kentucky and Ohio.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet performed a complete repainting of the bridge structure in 2006, changing its color scheme for $4.2 million.
Location: Kentucky
Location: Ohio
Inception: 1985
Official opening: 1985
GPS coordinates: 38.48390,-82.64030
Latest update: March 8, 2025 06:25
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