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

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Overview

This bridge has been excellently preserved and retrofitted for pedestrian use.

Photo taken by James McCray

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West Portal

Photo taken by James McCray

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Main Span (South Face of Bridge)

Note the support pier in the foreground. This is the pier from the original bridge.

Photo taken by James McCray

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East Portal

Note the Pony Truss approach.

Photo taken by James McCray

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Closeup of Pony Truss Approach

Photo taken by James McCray

Overview: Pratt through truss bridge over Barren River on College Street
Location: Warren County, Kentucky
Status: Open to pedestrians
History: First bridge built 1839. Bridge burned during Civil War in 1862 by Confederate Soldiers. Second bridge built in 1864. Present bridge replaced second bridge in 1915 but original (first bridge) main span pier remains in use to this day.
Design: Pratt through truss
Recognition: Posted to the National Register of Historic Places
Inventory number: BH 36240 (Bridgehunter.com ID)