wheeling west virginia
|
|
|
||
 |
|
|
|
wheeling west virginia
|
|
Wheeling Suspension Bridge
At the time it was built in 1849, the Wheeling Suspension Bridge, which connects Wheeling West Virginia to Wheeling Island, was the longest span bridge in the world. Despite the fact that the bridge was not designed to carry today's loads, the bridge has served as a vital link across the Ohio River for nearly a century and a half. The Wheeling Suspension Bridge was designed and constructed by Charles Ellet, Jr., who may rightfully be considered the father of the American suspension bridge. Today the 1,100 foot bridge is one of the 57 long span suspension bridges in operation in the United States. The bridge was modified twice: once in 1956, when a steel deck replaced timber, and again in 1983. Increasing traffic necessitated yet another modification this year.
|
|
|
