Gianella Bridge, Historic swing bridge in Hamilton City, United States
Description
The Gianella Bridge is a historic highway bridge spanning the Sacramento River between Glenn County and Butte County, constructed of steel and concrete featuring Pratt truss design. The structure served vehicle traffic along California State Highway 32 for many decades before being decommissioned in 1987.
History
The bridge was built between 1908 and 1911 by Cotton Brothers & Co and earned recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. This designation honors its significance as an early example of California highway infrastructure.
Culture
The bridge location emerged from negotiations between Glenn County and Butte County, with Vincenzo Gianella mediating the final placement decision.
Practical
The bridge is no longer in operation for vehicle traffic and can be viewed from the outside to appreciate its early engineering design. It is advisable to check local conditions before visiting, as the structure sits in a rural area along the Sacramento River.
Did you know?
This was California's first swing bridge designed for highway use, allowing boat traffic on the Sacramento River without permanent supports blocking the water. This innovative solution was remarkable for the early 1900s.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Glenn County).
Bidwell Park
18.7 kmThunderhill Raceway Park
37.1 km
Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park
12.7 km
Abbey of New Clairvaux
21.2 km
Ishi Wilderness
47.4 km
Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge Complex
39.3 km
Phantom Falls
40.5 km
North Table Mountain Ecological Reserve
40.3 km
Black Butte Lake
31.5 km
Oroville Chinese Temple
45.7 km
Sacramento River National Wildlife Refuge
6.1 km
Poe Dam
48.6 km
Chico Air Museum
13.2 km
Pulga Bridges
46.8 km
Chico Community Observatory
18.4 km
A. H. Chapman House
14.5 km
Silberstein Park Building
13.7 km
Museum of Northern California Art
13.1 km
Maywood Woman's Club
24.9 km
Oroville Carnegie Library
45.9 km
Arboreto de la Universidad de California Campus de Chico
12.7 km
Oroville Chinese Temple
45.7 km
Oroville State Theatre
46.2 km
Senator Theatre
13.8 km
Castleberry Covered Bridge
43.6 km
Rodgers Theatre
25.3 km
Bayliss Carnegie Library
19.2 km
Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge
40.6 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes