Allenwood River Bridge facts for kids
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Allenwood River Bridge
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Allenwood River Bridge, HABS Photo, 1988
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 Location in Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Location |  PA 44 over W branch of Susquehanna River, Delaware Township and Gregg Township, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | 0.9 acres (0.36 ha) |
| Built | 1895 |
| Architect | Groton Bridge & Manufacturing Co. |
| Architectural style | Pratt through truss |
| MPS | Highway Bridges Owned by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Transportation TR |
| NRHP reference No. | 88000865 |
| Added to NRHP | June 22, 1988 |
The Allenwood River Bridge was an important old bridge in Pennsylvania. It connected Delaware Township and Gregg Township. This bridge carried Pennsylvania Route 44 over the West Branch Susquehanna River.
It was a special type of bridge called a Pratt through truss. The bridge was built in 1895. It was one of the oldest and longest bridges crossing that river.
About the Allenwood River Bridge
The Allenwood River Bridge was a two-lane bridge. It was built using a design called a Pratt through truss. This design uses strong metal beams in a specific pattern. The pattern helps the bridge hold a lot of weight.
The bridge was built by the Groton Bridge and Manufacturing Company. This company was very famous for building bridges. They built many bridges across the country between 1877 and 1920.
Why Was It Important?
The Allenwood River Bridge was very important for its time. It was one of the oldest bridges over the West Branch Susquehanna River. It was also one of the longest. Its design showed how bridges were built back then.
Because of its history, the bridge was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. This list includes places that are important to American history.
When Was It Replaced?
Even though it was historic, the Allenwood River Bridge was replaced. In 1990, a new concrete bridge was built in its place. This new bridge helps cars cross the river safely today.
Gallery
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Historical marker near Dewart, with the replacement bridge behind
