Historic Bridges of the U.S. | Norfolk-Southern Pigeon River Bridge

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HoweTruss single span bridge

Pigeon River crossing, Newport

Photo taken by Calvin Sneed in August 2008

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Bridge almost hidden by trees

U.S. 25-70 bridge in background

Photo taken by Calvin Sneed in August 2008

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Old original pier

Note bolt clamps and plates holding the pier together.

Photo taken by Calvin Sneed in August 2008

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Typical Howe truss railroad-style iron work

Photo taken by Calvin Sneed in August 2008

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Bottom of bridge

Road in foreground, river in background

Photo taken by Calvin Sneed in August 2008

Overview: Howe through truss bridge over Pigeon River on Norfolk-Southern Railway in Newport
Location: Newport, Cocke County, Tennessee
Status: Open to traffic
History: Built 1916 by the American Bridge Company U.S.A.
Builder: - American Bridge Co. of New York
Design: Rusty, single-span Howe through truss design, with single pier in river
Dimensions: Deck width: 20 ft.
Inventory number: BH 37282 (Bridgehunter.com ID)