Cincinnati Southern Bridge, Railway bridge in Cincinnati, United States.
The Cincinnati Southern Bridge extends across the Ohio River with a total length of 988 meters, connecting Cincinnati, Ohio with Ludlow, Kentucky.
The bridge opened on December 1, 1877, marking the completion of a construction project that cost $811,683 and represented engineering advancement in railroad infrastructure.
The Cincinnati Southern Bridge stands as the only municipal-owned interstate railroad structure in the United States, reflecting local governance involvement in transportation development.
Norfolk Southern Railway operates regular freight services across this bridge, maintaining a vital transportation link between Ohio and Kentucky for commercial purposes.
The bridge retains its original swing pier structure from 1877, which remains visible but disconnected from the current bridge configuration.
Location: Ohio
Official opening: December 1877
Length: 988 m
GPS coordinates: 39.09800,-84.54200
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:57
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