Bridge in Yardley Borough facts for kids
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Bridge in Yardley Borough
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Bridge in Yardley Borough, October 2012
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 Location in Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Location | Reading Avenue over VanHorn Creek, Scammells Corner, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1889 |
| Architectural style | Single span stone arch |
| MPS | Highway Bridges Owned by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Transportation TR |
| NRHP reference No. | 88000770 |
| Added to NRHP | June 22, 1988 |
The Bridge in Yardley Borough was an old stone arch bridge in Yardley, Pennsylvania. It was located in an area called Scammells Corner, in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. This bridge was an important part of the local history.
What Was the Bridge Like?
The bridge was built in 1889. That makes it over 100 years old! It was a type of bridge called a stone arch bridge. This means it had a curved arch shape made from stones.
The bridge was not very long, only about 13 feet. It was made from strong, rough stones that were carefully put together. This style of building is called "coursed rubble masonry."
Why Was This Bridge Special?
Because of its age and how it was built, the Bridge in Yardley Borough was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988. This is a special list in the United States that recognizes important historical places. Being on this list helps to protect and remember places that are part of our country's past.
What Happened to the Bridge?
Even though it was a historic landmark, the old stone bridge was eventually replaced. Sometime after it was listed as historic, a new concrete bridge was built in its place. This new bridge helps traffic cross VanHorn Creek today.
