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Overview

These were taken during a week-long social work trip sponsored by a local college in Minnesota- JS

Photo taken in March 1999 by Jason Smith

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West approach

Photo taken in March 1999 by Jason Smith

Overview: Bridge over Rio Grande River on Carried local road alongside NM 502
Location: Santa Fe County, New Mexico
Status: Open to pedestrians
History: Bridge was built under the direction of James A. French and was one of the best built bridges during that time. Bridge was bypassed by current bridge in 1948.
Dimensions: Length of largest span: 174.0 ft.
Total length: 174.0 ft.
Inventory number: BH 36180 (Bridgehunter.com ID)

Otowi Suspension Bridge

Posted February 6, 2008, by Jason Smith (JDSmith77 [at] gmx [dot] net)

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