Main Street Bridge, Rochester, NY - Stone Bridges on Waymarking.com

Before the first main street bridge was completed in 1812, pioneers faced hazardous crossings of the Genesee River. In 1809, the state legislature ordered joint construction by Ontario and Genesee counties of a bridge at the old falls. The new bridge linked development on both sides of the river ans spurred formation of Monroe county, 1821.

When the present stone-arch bridge was completed in 1857, 3 and 4 story brick buildings lined both sides, obscuring the river view. Under a 1960's urban renewal program, the buildings were demolished to create crossroads park and Charles H. Carroll Plaza, (Named for on of Rochester's founders) which opened up river vistsa downtown. (Sign on bridge)

Physical Location (city, county, etc.): Rochester, NY Road, Highway, Street, etc.: Main Street Water or other terrain spanned: Genesee River Construction Date: 1857 Architect/Builder: Not listed

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