CCC architecture of Petit Jean State Park, Stone arch bridge in Petit Jean State Park, Arkansas.
The Davies Bridge crosses Cedar Creek using stones collected from Petit Jean Mountain for its arched structure. It connects Red Bluff Drive to Arkansas Highway 154 and remains open to both vehicle and foot traffic today.
The Civilian Conservation Corps built this bridge in 1934 as part of their development work in Petit Jean State Park. It was constructed during a period of extensive public works projects across Arkansas.
The bridge stands as a testament to the engineering skills of the CCC workers, who built it following Missouri Pacific Railroad guidelines.
You can reach this bridge by driving Red Bluff Drive from Arkansas Highway 154. The location is accessible for both vehicles and walking visitors.
Samuel Davies, the project superintendent for this bridge, later became the first director of Arkansas State Parks.
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