University Avenue Bridge
University Avenue Bridge, Bascule bridge in Pennsylvania, United States.
The University Avenue Bridge features a movable span that lifts vertically to allow boat traffic while maintaining vehicle and pedestrian passage across the waterway.
Construction of the bridge started in 1927 under architect Paul Philippe Cret's direction, reaching completion and opening to the public in 1930.
The bridge earned its place on the National Register of Historic Places due to its engineering design and its role in Pennsylvania's transportation development.
The structure connects multiple neighborhoods through its dual-purpose mechanism, accommodating both water vessels and land-based transportation needs throughout the day.
The bridge exemplifies early twentieth-century engineering methods through its mechanical lifting system, which continues to operate with its original specifications.
Location: Pennsylvania
Inception: 1927
Architects: Paul Philippe Cret
Official opening: 1930
GPS coordinates: 39.94167,-75.19778
Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:53
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