Bridge in Albany Township facts for kids
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Bridge in Albany Township
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Bridge in Albany Township, October 2009
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 Location in Pennsylvania
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| Location | Legislative Route 06173 over Maiden Creek, Albany Township, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1841 |
| Architectural style | Multiple span stone arch |
| MPS | Highway Bridges Owned by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Transportation TR |
| NRHP reference No. | 88000769 |
| Added to NRHP | June 22, 1988 |
The Bridge in Albany Township, also called Trexler Bridge, is a historic stone bridge located in Albany Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania. It was built a long time ago, in 1841, and is made of strong stone arches. This bridge helps people cross over Maiden Creek.
A Historic Stone Bridge
What Makes This Bridge Special?
The Bridge in Albany Township is a "multiple span stone arch bridge." This means it has several rounded arches made of stone that support the road above. It's about 100 feet (30 meters) long and has three main arches. Imagine how much work it took to build something like this way back in 1841, without modern machines!
A Place on the National Register
This bridge is so important that it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. The National Register is a special list of places in the United States that are important to history. Being on this list helps protect the bridge so it can be enjoyed for many more years. The bridge is also located in the Trexler Historic District, which is an area with other important historical sites.
