Oregon Trunk Rail Bridge, Railway bridge in Celilo Village, Oregon, US.
Description
The Oregon Trunk Rail Bridge is a railroad bridge spanning the Columbia River with eight steel truss sections and a vertical-lift span for river traffic. It connects Oregon Trunk Junction to Wishram and carries freight trains across the water.
History
The bridge was built in 1912 as a truss structure by a prominent engineer and became important for railroad development in the Pacific Northwest region. Major modifications to the structure followed after the construction of The Dalles Dam.
Culture
The bridge construction occurred near the original Celilo Falls, a location that held importance for indigenous communities before The Dalles Dam submerged the area.
Practical
The bridge is operated by a railway company and serves as a key route for freight transport across the river. Visitors can view the structure from nearby riverside areas, though access may vary depending on local conditions.
Did you know?
In the 1950s the entire structure was raised by about 5 feet to adjust to new water levels after dam construction. At the same time the original swing mechanism was replaced with a modern lift system.
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