John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge, Suspension bridge in Cincinnati, United States
The John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge is a hanging structure with limestone towers and steel cables spanning the Ohio River between Cincinnati in Ohio and Covington in Kentucky. The roadway runs 32 meters above the water and allows both vehicles and pedestrians to cross using separate sections.
Work began in 1856 and finished in 1867, making this crossing the longest hanging span of its time. It later served as a test model for the Brooklyn Bridge, which the same engineer would design in New York.
The name honors the engineer who designed this crossing and proved his ability to span major rivers with hanging roadways. Today locals use the pedestrian walkways regularly for walks between both cities while enjoying views of the river.
The crossing is open to vehicles and pedestrians daily from 6 AM to 11 PM, with dedicated lanes for each type of traffic. Parking areas are available at entry points on both riverbanks for visitors who wish to walk across.
The original cables were made with high-tensile wire imported from England specifically for this project. A decade after opening, the structure received additional main cables to carry heavier loads.
Location: Cincinnati
Location: Covington
Inception: 1867
Architects: John Augustus Roebling
GPS coordinates: 39.09223,-84.50957
Latest update: December 12, 2025 18:03
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