Happy Isles Bridge - Yosemite, CA
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bluesnote
N 37° 43.957 W 119° 33.511
11S E 274537 N 4179230
A stone arched bridge in Yosemite Valley.
Waymark Code: WMTVVM
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 01/11/2017
Views: 3
The bridge was built in the late 20s by the federal government. Today, it is used for bus traffic and tourists. It measures about 75 feet long and 20 feet wide. It is maintained by the National Park Service.
Length of bridge: 75 Feet
Height of bridge: 25 Feet
What type of traffic does this bridge support?: Motor Vehicles
What kind of gap does this bridge cross?:
Merced River
Date constructed: 1920s
Is the bridge still in service for its original purpose?: Yes
Name of road or trail the bridge services: Happy Isles Loop Road
Location:
Yosemite
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