West Philadelphia Elevated, Railway bridge in West Philadelphia, US
The West Philadelphia Elevated stretches 8,140 feet along the Schuylkill River, combining steel construction with brick arch sections for railway transportation.
Construction of this Pennsylvania Railroad infrastructure began in 1903 to separate passenger and freight traffic, with additional work completed through 1932.
The Historic American Engineering Record maintains extensive documentation of the bridge through photographs and written records at the Library of Congress.
The structure connects multiple railroad lines on both north and south sides, enabling freight trains to bypass the rail yard and industrial areas.
The northern section includes a 1,045-foot brick arch segment, which stands as the longest brick bridge structure in the United States.
GPS coordinates: 39.96204,-75.18441
Latest update: March 7, 2025 05:09
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