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Oblique view.

7-26-2003

Photo taken by Wayne Kizziar

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Portal view.

7-26-03

Photo taken by Wayne Kizziar

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Builders plate

Built By The Phoenix Bridge Co. Phoenixville Pa. 1897

Photo taken by Wayne Kizziar

Overview: Pratt through truss bridge over Big Cypress Bayou
Location: Marion County, Texas
Status: Closed to all traffic
History: Bi-passed rail bridge over Big Cypress Bayou in Jefferson. Built by the Phoenix Bridge Company 1897. New bridge sits just to the north, old bridge preserved in place.
Design: Pratt through truss
Inventory number: BH 36278 (Bridgehunter.com ID)