Pakenham 5 Arch Stone Bridge
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N 45° 20.136 W 076° 17.270
18T E 399093 N 5021039
The Pakenham Bridge is a structure unique in North America. It is composed of five masonary arches that span 266 feet to cross the Mississippi River at the town of Pakenham, Ontario.
Waymark Code: WM7TVT
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 12/03/2009
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The five-arch stone bridge is the only one of its kind in North America.
Built by O'Toole & Keating of Ottawa with stone from a local quarry, it replaced a series of rickety wooden bridges in 1901. The much sturdier stone bridge is 266 ft long, 25 ft wide and 22 ft high. There are five 40-foot arches and the piers are eight feet thick with abutments of 18 feet. The largest block weighs five tonnes.
At the posted you will find a marker detailing the construction. Across the road there is ample parking as well as a picnic area with tables and a gazebo. Down the street there are stores catering to all needs.
There are many scenic photo spots, but be careful of the rushing water. Small children need to be closely supervised.
Length of bridge: 266ft
Height of bridge: 22ft
What type of traffic does this bridge support?: motor vehicles
What kind of gap does this bridge cross?:
River
Date constructed: 1901
Is the bridge still in service for its original purpose?: Yes
Name of road or trail the bridge services: Kinburn Side Road
Location:
Pakenham, Ontario
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