Lockport Railroad Bridge - Lockport, NY
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Rayman
N 43° 10.409 W 078° 41.407
17T E 687747 N 4782670
Also known as the Upside Down Bridge, this unique truss bridge spans the Erie Canal in Lockport, NY.
Waymark Code: WMZM5
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 11/25/2006
Views: 116
The bridge was built "upside down" in order to limit the size of ships passing through the canal. Railroad companies possessed much power at the turn of the century, and built the bridge this way to force companies to use rail to transport goods.
This truss is referred to as a deck truss and was commonly used in valley crossings. One set of railroad tracks are in place on the bridge. It is still used about twice a week.
Parking is available in nearby Upson Park, which can be accessed from Clinton St.
Parking Coordinates:: N 43° 10.494 W 078° 41.362
Date Built: Not listed
Length of Span: Not listed
www: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Log your find with a picture of the bridge with yourself or your GPS in the foreground. This shot does not have to be taken "on" the bridge. The shot should show the "truss" structure of the bridge as well.