Wilson Creek Bridge, Cantilever bridge in Montgomery County, Virginia, US
Wilson Creek Bridge is a cantilever bridge crossing Wilson Creek in Virginia with five spans supported by four substantial piers. The structure carries a continuous roadway across the valley at significant height above the waterway.
The bridge was designed and built between 1998 and 2001 as a modern engineering achievement in the region. Its completion marked an important milestone for infrastructure development in Montgomery County.
The bridge incorporates local Hokie Stone in its support structure, reflecting the architectural elements found at Virginia Tech.
The bridge is accessible from nearby Virginia Tech campus and can be viewed from several vantage points. Visitors can observe the structure from different angles and distances to appreciate its form and scale.
The bridge interior is hollow and contains concealed piping for utilities and communications that run through its core. Researchers periodically access these spaces to monitor equipment and gather data about the structure's performance.
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