Capon Lake Whipple Truss Bridge
Capon Lake Whipple Truss Bridge, Historic iron truss bridge in Capon Lake, United States.
The Capon Lake Whipple Truss Bridge spans 176 feet across the Cacapon River, featuring a double-intersection configuration constructed entirely from wrought iron materials.
Built in 1874 by T.B. White and Sons from New Brighton, Pennsylvania, this structure was initially part of a larger bridge near Romney before relocation to Capon Lake in 1937.
The bridge dedication ceremony in 1938 united state officials and local residents, marking a significant milestone in Hampshire County's transportation infrastructure development.
Located at the intersection of West Virginia Route 259 and County Route 16, the bridge now serves pedestrians while offering direct access to recreational activities at Capon Lake.
This structure stands as West Virginia's oldest surviving metal truss bridge, incorporating engineering innovations from both Squire Whipple and J.W. Murphy's design principles.
Location: Capon Lake
Made from material: wrought iron
GPS coordinates: 39.15780,-78.53690
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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