Albion River Bridge, Wooden truss bridge in Albion, California
The Albion River Bridge is a wooden truss structure that spans the river and connects two sides of the waterway. It features a wide driving surface supported by concrete pillars and a steel beam system running through its center.
The bridge was built in 1944 during World War II when materials were scarce and alternative resources had to be used for construction. Timber became the primary material because conventional supplies were redirected toward military needs.
The bridge links two coastal communities in Mendocino County and remains part of the daily route for local residents. Visitors often recognize it as a distinctive landmark of this Pacific coastal region.
The structure is easily accessible via State Route 1 and provides safe passage across the river for vehicles and pedestrians. There are viewpoints nearby where visitors can observe and photograph the bridge from different angles.
The structure is among the last remaining examples of its type on the California coast and receives ongoing care to preserve it. The timber was treated with special preservative substances to ensure its durability over the decades.
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