Bridge 10, Erie Canal facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bridge 10 |
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| Coordinates | 42°50′02″N 73°55′40″W / 42.83389°N 73.92778°W |
| Carries | railroad tracks |
| Crosses | Erie Canal |
| Locale | Schenectady, NY |
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| Design | Through truss, girder |
| Material | Steel |
Bridge 10 is a special railroad bridge located in Schenectady, New York. It crosses over two important waterways: the Erie Canal and the Mohawk River. This bridge is used by the Canadian Pacific Railway to move trains.
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What is Bridge 10?
Bridge 10 is a type of bridge called a railroad bridge. This means it's built specifically for trains to travel across. It's an important link in the railway system, helping trains carry goods and materials across the state.
Where is Bridge 10 Located?
This bridge is found in the city of Schenectady, which is in New York. It stretches across the historic Erie Canal, a famous waterway that connects the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean. It also crosses the Mohawk River, which flows into the Hudson River.
Why Was Bridge 10 Changed?
In the late 1990s, Bridge 10 underwent some big changes. Originally, it had two sets of railroad tracks. However, these tracks were changed to just one set of rails. This single track was placed right in the middle of the bridge.
Moving Giant Parts
The main reason for changing the bridge was to allow very large items to pass through. These items were huge parts for steam turbines, which are giant machines used to generate electricity. These parts were made by General Electric in Schenectady. They needed to be moved by train all the way to the Port of Albany, where they could be loaded onto ships. Making the bridge's opening wider by removing one track helped these huge loads fit.
Images for kids
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Bridge 10 over the Erie Canal.
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A view of the single rail on Bridge 10.
