Thunderbolt, Wooden roller coaster at Savin Rock Amusement Park, Connecticut, US.
The Thunderbolt roller coaster extended 500 feet over Liberty Pier into Long Island Sound, reaching a height of 92 feet with 5,000 feet of track.
Operating from 1925 to 1938, the original Thunderbolt met its end during a hurricane, leading to a modified reconstruction that operated until 1956.
Engineers Frank Prior and Frederick Church designed this wooden roller coaster, which started as The Bobs before gaining its memorable name.
The roller coaster required extensive maintenance due to exposure to salt water and weather conditions from its position over Long Island Sound.
Lightning struck the wooden structure in 1936, causing mechanical damage that resulted in the ride closing for repairs throughout that year.
GPS coordinates: 41.25700,-72.95000
Latest update: March 12, 2025 21:12
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