the longest concrete bridge in the world, Riverside’s 1904 Railroad Bridge
On Thursday, October 23, 1902, the Daily Press led with their story: “Greatest Bridge Ever - Salt Lake Road’s Bridge Across the Santa Ana Will Be a Great Feat of Engineering. The bridge would have a total length of 900 feet. The plans called for eight arched spans of 100 feet each and two approaches at each end of 50 feet. The bridge would rise 60 feet above the river.
November 17, 1913
ReplyDeleteThe Eighth Street Bridge in Allentown, Pennsylvania, was formally opened to traffic. At the time of its debut, this 17-arch structure — measuring 2,650 feet (810 meters) in length and 138 feet (42 meters) in height — was the world’s longest and highest concrete bridge.
well... what can I say, the Allentown bridge was made after the Riverside bridge.. so they each were the longest when made? Thanks for the info!
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