Tunkhannock Viaduct

Tunkhannock Viaduct is a concrete railway bridge in Nicholson, Pennsylvania, stretching across a wide valley and resting on eleven piers. The arches remain visible throughout and form a long row rising above the forested landscape.

Work began in 1912 and lasted three years, with the bridge opening for rail traffic in November 1915. It was built for the Lackawanna Railroad, which sought a shorter and more direct route through the region.

The name comes from the creek below, whose designation derives from the Lenape language and is now used by locals for fishing and hiking. Many visitors view the bridge from the main street, where a small park with benches has developed.

Several viewing points in town offer good sight of the structure, and photographers find soft light in the morning. Access is via public roads, with the best angles reachable from both sides of the valley.

The piers were anchored directly into bedrock, creating unusually stable foundations and speeding up construction. Trains cross it daily, so visitors can often witness a full train in motion.

Location: Pennsylvania

Inception: 1915

Architects: Abraham Burton Cohen

Official opening: November 6, 1915

Length: 724 m

Made from material: stone

GPS coordinates: 41.62220,-75.77730

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:29