Rector Road Bridge

The Rector Road Bridge is a steel truss structure featuring a Pratt design with pinned connections throughout its frame. The bridge is composed of multiple panels that form its distinctive structural profile and sits on the grounds of John Guyer High School in Denton.

The bridge was built between 1907 and 1908 by the Austin Brothers Company for use over Clear Creek near Sanger. Over time it was relocated and eventually brought to John Guyer High School where it stands as a relic of early 1900s construction.

The bridge was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2004, recognizing its importance to local heritage. Its presence at the school today shows how the community values preserving structures from earlier eras.

The bridge is located on John Guyer High School grounds at 7501 Teasley Lane in Denton, making it accessible for viewing. You can walk around the structure to see its metal framework and understand how it was built.

The bridge was moved from its original location over Clear Creek and brought to the school campus, making it part of the institution's grounds. This relocation shows how historic structures get preserved and repurposed for educational and community value.

Location: Denton County

Address: Moved to Guyer HS from approx. 2.5 mi SE of Sanger

GPS coordinates: 33.33059,-97.14903

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:05