Talbot Avenue bridge, Railroad bridge in Silver Spring, Maryland, US.
The metal girder structure spans 106 feet across the CSX railroad tracks, connecting Lyttonsville neighborhood with downtown Silver Spring through a two-lane passage.
Built in 1918 using parts from a dismantled railroad turntable, the bridge served as the main access point for African American residents during racial segregation.
The bridge functioned as an essential link for Lyttonsville, a community established by freed slave Samuel Lytton in the 1850s, to reach work and shopping facilities.
The structure closed to vehicles in 2017 due to safety concerns and underwent complete replacement, with a new bridge opening in May 2024.
Local residents held a candlelight vigil before the old bridge's demolition, signing farewell posters and sharing stories of its role in their daily lives.
Location: Montgomery County
GPS coordinates: 39.00195,-77.04482
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:45
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