Paddock Viaduct
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N 32° 45.525 W 097° 20.063
14S E 656026 N 3625769
This marker summarizes the construction of a bridge built using the first reinforced concrete arch system in the nation to use self-supporting, reinforcing steel.
Waymark Code: WM12YP
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 12/29/2006
Views: 44
Index Entry: Paddock Viaduct
Address: Main St. Bridge at Heritage Park
City: Fort Worth
County: Tarrant
Subject Codes: DC; WA;
Year Marker Erected: 1980
Designations: na
Marker Location: Main St. Bridge, Heritage Park, On footpath under south side, Fort Worth.
Marker Size: 18" x 28"
Repairs Completed: (move marker)
Marker Number: 3905
Marker Text:
Low-water crossings and ferries originally provided the only access across the Trinity River at this location, connecting the downtown area of Fort Worth with northern sections of the city. A two-lane suspension bridge, constructed near this site in the 1890s, proved inadequate for the growing population. This span, designed by the St. Louis firm of Brenneke and Fay, was built in 1914. It was the first reinforced concrete arch in the nation to use self-supporting, reinforcing steel. The bridge is named in honor of B.B. Paddock, former State Legislator and Mayor of the City. (1980)
Incise on reverse:
Sponsored by Lydick & Adams, Inc.
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