Waterville Bridge 9888 3
by Jack Schultz
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Waterville Bridge 9888 3
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Jack Schultz
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With a 1948 construction date, this is a relatively late example of a riveted truss bridge, however the bridge remains very important locally and regionally since it is the largest highway truss bridge in northwestern Ohio. A long, multi-span structure, the bridge is highly attractive because of its size. The bridge lacks v-lacing and lattice except for lattice under the top chord and end post on account of its large number of rolled beams versus built-up beams, which does give it a more plain appearance than other older truss bridges which often had much more built-up beams than this bridge has. However, the bridge makes up for this because of its size, which makes driving across it a very enjoyable experience with a strong "tunnel effect" as it might be called. In addition, the elevation views of this bridge on a sunny day as pictured above are spectacular!
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December 16th, 2013
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