Historic Bridges of the U.S. | Rogers Street Bridge

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Overview

The first five photos were taken in July 2004 while the bridge was undergoing rehabilitation. Bridge was painted yellow and new approach supports were complete and bridge was awaiting new deck.

Photo taken by Wayne Kizziar

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Oblique View

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Carnegie Imprint

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Close Oblique

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Barrel Shot

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Side View

The next three shots were taken April of 2008 by Danny Waite. Rehab is complete and bridge is now painted a rust brown.

Photo taken by Danny Waite

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Plaque & Deck View

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Oblique View

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Texas Historic Bridge Sign

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More Signage At Bridge

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Barrel Shot

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Upper Chord Joint

Photo taken by Wayne Kizziar in April 2008

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On The Bridge Truss shot

Photo taken by Wayne Kizziar in April 2008

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Facts

Overview: Pratt through truss bridge on Rogers Street over Waxahachie Creek in Waxahachie
Location: Waxahachie, Ellis County, Texas
Status: Open to pedestrians
History: Built 1889 by Wrought Iron Bridge Company Canton Ohio . Rehabilitated 2004.
Builder: - Wrought Iron Bridge Co. of Canton, Ohio
Design: Pratt through truss
Recognition: Posted to the National Register of Historic Places
Inventory number: BH 36466 (Bridgehunter.com ID)

Update Log

April 28, 2008: New photos from Wayne Kizziar
April 27, 2008: New photos from Wayne Kizziar
April 19, 2008: Updated by Wayne Kizziar
April 18, 2008: Added by Wayne Kizziar

Sources

Wayne Kizziar - wayne1701 [at] cableone [dot] net

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