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Bridge in Bangor Borough
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Bridge in Bangor Borough, 1982
Bridge in Bangor Borough is located in Pennsylvania
Bridge in Bangor Borough
Location in Pennsylvania
Bridge in Bangor Borough is located in the United States
Bridge in Bangor Borough
Location in the United States
Location Pennsylvania St. over Martins Creek, Bangor, Pennsylvania
Area less than one acre
Built 1915
Built by Jacob Stem,
Architect Herbert C. Dilliard
MPS Highway Bridges Owned by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Transportation TR
NRHP reference No. 88000876
Added to NRHP June 22, 1988

The Bridge in Bangor Borough is a special old bridge in Bangor, Pennsylvania. It crosses over a stream called Martins Creek. This bridge is made of concrete and has a single arch shape.

It was built a long time ago, in 1915. Even though it's old, it's still an important part of the area.

What is the Bangor Borough Bridge?

This bridge is a type called a concrete arch bridge. It means it's built from concrete and has a curved, arch shape underneath. The bridge is not very long, spanning about 45 feet across Martins Creek.

You can see cool designs on the bridge's sides. These are called "molded ornamental designs." They add a nice decorative touch to the concrete walls and supports.

Building the Bridge

The Bridge in Bangor Borough was completed in 1915. It was designed by an architect named Herbert C. Dilliard. The builder who helped bring the design to life was Jacob Stem. Together, they created this strong and lasting structure.

A Special Place in History

Because of its age and design, the Bridge in Bangor Borough is considered historically important. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on June 22, 1988. This list includes buildings, sites, and objects that are worth preserving because of their historical significance. Being on this list helps protect the bridge for future generations.

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