Ouaquaga Lenticular Truss Bridge - Ouaquaga, NY
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N 42° 07.426 W 075° 38.819
18T E 446522 N 4663720
This bridge is "one of the best examples of a lenticular truss bridge in the country"
Waymark Code: WMNYDY
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 05/24/2015
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from historic bridge website
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"This bridge is perhaps one of the most beautiful bridges in New York State, and one of the best examples of a lenticular truss bridge in the country. While other examples of lenticular truss bridges exist, and some feature longer and more spans, this bridge is special because it is also in a very attractive natural setting. This sets it apart from some of the other larger examples which are often in urban settings. Here, this bridge's complex geometry with the distinctive lens shape, along with the ornate portal bracing decorations are able to stand out, unencumbered by the complexity of an urban setting. Instead, beautiful, large rolling hills and a winding river create a complimentary background. Both bridge and hills are visible from a nicely elevated spot near the bridge, resulting in excellent photos...Following the time that HistoricBridges.org documented the bridge, the historic bridge has been bypassed by a modern bridge. The historic bridge was not be demolished however and has been left open for pedestrian use only. "
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