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

Facts

Overview: Lost pony truss bridge over the Union Pacific Railroad on Emerson Street in Bloomington
Location: McLean County, Illinois
Status: Replaced by a new bridge
History: Built 1921; rehabilitated 1980
Design: Pony truss
Dimensions: Length of largest span: 116.1 ft.
Total length: 154.8 ft.
Deck width: 18.0 ft.
Inventory numbers: IL 057-6309 (Illinois bridge number)
BH 15540 (Bridgehunter.com ID)
Inspection (as of 2000): Appraisal: Structurally deficient
Sufficiency rating: 15.10 (out of 100)