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Very few remaining Bedsteads still have their legs. That's the beauty of wrought iron.

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Top of endpost. The other side says "1879"

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Facts 

Overview
Bedstead pony truss bridge over Central Canal in Indianapolis
Location
Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana
Status
Open to pedestrians
Future prospects
Relocated and restored.
History
Built in Montgomery County in 1879- moved to Indianapolis over Central Canal
Builder
- Wrought Iron Bridge Co. of Canton, Ohio
Design
Pinned, wrought iron Pratt Bedstead pony truss
Dimensions
Total length: 77 ft.
Inventory number
BH 37504 (Bridgehunter.com ID)

Update Log 

  • October 3, 2008: Added by Anthony Dillon

Sources 

  • Anthony Dillon - spansaver [at] hotmail [dot] com