Bow String Arch Truss Bridge, Virginia
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Crystal Sound
N 37° 14.353 W 080° 13.467
17S E 568789 N 4121691
Orphaned Bridge, relocated to a rest area along Interstate 81 in Virginia.
Waymark Code: WM1FY0
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 04/30/2007
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Rose Red
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BOW STRING ARCH TRUSS

This structure was built in 1878 by King Iron and Bridge Co. in Bedford County. It remained in use until 1971. It is the oldest metal bridge in Virginia.
Original Use: Vehicle - Car / Truck

Date Built: 1878

Construction: Iron

Condition: Good

Date Abandoned: 1971

Bridge Status - Orphaned or Adopted.: Adopted

See this website for more information: Not listed
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