As of right now the phoenix bridge is in the best shape it has been in years. The company I work for, DA Brown Inc. restored this bridge. New pavement will be going down next week(11-23-11-24 2020) weather permitting. We replaced the stringers, x bracing, and repaired lateral beams. The entire structure was sand blasted and repainted with weather protectant paint. All new floor timbers have also been installed and new curb timbers as well. She may be old but they increased the weight limit to 25 ton now and she shines in the sun with the fresh paint.
Absolutely beautiful! If I'm ever in VA I'll go out of my way to see this bridge in person. Let's just hope some idiot in an over-loaded truck doesn't try to drive across it.
This is definitely a great find - complete with Phoenix columns.
Wayne
Yes......According to information I found on a Virginia Historic Bridge web site(that has since disappeared), this was originally a railroad bridge. It is a truly magnificent span.
Tony
This is a beautiful bridge. Did it start out as a railroad bridge ? Judging by the photos of the underside it looks like it was converted to vehicle use .
Ed, thank you for the great news! Would you be able to post a photo of the bridge once pavement is in place?