Bridge in Tinicum Township facts for kids
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Bridge in Tinicum Township
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Bridge over Pennsylvania Canal at Point Pleasant. November 2012.
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 Location in Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Location | LR 920 over Pennsylvania Canal, Point Pleasant, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1877 |
| Built by | Murray, Dougal & Co. |
| Architectural style | Pratt pony truss |
| MPS | Highway Bridges Owned by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Transportation TR |
| NRHP reference No. | 88000814 |
| Added to NRHP | June 22, 1988 |
The Bridge in Tinicum Township is a special old bridge in Point Pleasant, Pennsylvania. It's located in Tinicum Township, which is in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. This bridge crosses over the Pennsylvania Canal.
It's a type of bridge called a Pratt pony truss bridge. It was built a long time ago, in 1877, and is 82 feet long. Because of its history and design, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. This means it's considered an important historical site.
What is a Pratt Pony Truss Bridge?
A truss bridge is a bridge that uses a framework of connected triangles. This design makes the bridge very strong and stable. The triangles help spread out the weight and forces on the bridge.
A Pratt truss is a specific type of truss design. It uses diagonal beams that slope towards the center of the bridge. The vertical beams stand straight up. This design was very popular for bridges built in the late 1800s.
A pony truss means the top of the truss framework is not connected. It's like a fence on the sides of the bridge. This allows traffic to pass over the top of the truss structure.
History of the Bridge
This historic bridge was built in 1877. It was constructed by a company called Murray, Dougal & Co. The bridge was made to cross the Pennsylvania Canal.
The Pennsylvania Canal was an important waterway in the past. It helped transport goods and people across Pennsylvania. Bridges like this one were essential for connecting communities over the canal.
Being listed on the National Register of Historic Places means the bridge is recognized for its historical value. It's a reminder of how bridges were built in the past. It also shows how important canals were for transportation.
Gallery
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A view of the bridge from the side.
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The bridge crossing the Pennsylvania Canal.
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Another angle of the historic bridge.
