Sheldon Junction Bridge (The "Broken Bridge") - Sheldon, VT
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N 44° 54.064 W 072° 56.985
18T E 661869 N 4974005
One of a dozen truss bridges spanning the Missisquoi River; one of four railroad bridges.
Waymark Code: WM460P
Location: Vermont, United States
Date Posted: 07/12/2008
Views: 18
The bad news: in 1984, the eastern section collapsed under the weight of an engine, prompting the abandonment of the Central Vermont RR line between St. Albans and Richford (and the nickname).
The good news: in 2002, the collapsed section was replaced, completing the Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail, an all-season recreation path running the entire 26.4 miles from St. Albans to Richford.
Bridge Type: Truss
Bridge Usage: Pedestrian
Moving Bridge: Not listed
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