Ridge Avenue Bridge in Philadelphia
Ridge Avenue Bridge in Philadelphia, Stone arch bridge in Philadelphia, United States.
The Ridge Avenue Bridge extends 119 feet across the Wissahickon Creek with a triple-span stone arch design featuring traditional masonry construction techniques.
Built in 1888, this bridge underwent significant rehabilitation work in 1954 to maintain its structural integrity and received National Register status in 1988.
The bridge represents Pennsylvania's engineering methods of the 19th century, demonstrating the progression of infrastructure development in urban Philadelphia.
The structure functions as the final crossing point before Wissahickon Creek merges with the Schuylkill River, serving daily vehicle traffic on Ridge Avenue.
Four additional stone arch bridges span across Wissahickon Creek, forming a collection of historical crossings in this section of Philadelphia.
Location: Pennsylvania
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 40.01472,-75.20722
Latest update: March 5, 2025 01:11
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