Silver Memorial Bridge

Silver Memorial Bridge

Infobox Bridge
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carries=US 35
crosses=Ohio River
locale=Gallipolis, Ohio to Henderson, West Virginia
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design=cantilever bridge
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length=approx. 2800 feet (850 meters)
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The Silver Memorial Bridge is a cantilever bridge which spans the Ohio River between Gallipolis, Ohio and Henderson, West Virginia. The Bridge was completed in 1969, shortly after the Silver Bridge disaster, although it is located about 1 mile (1.6 km) downstream (south) of the original.http://www.herald-dispatch.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070803/NEWS01/708030362] The design of the bridge is much more proven than the ill fated eyebar chain suspension bridge, which collapsed in 1967. The bridge connects Mason County West Virginia and Gallia County Ohio.

The bridge carries US 35 across the river and serves as a major crossing for people and goods travelling between Charleston, West Virginia and Southern and Central Ohio. The speed limit on the bridge is 55 mph (90 km/h). No toll is imposed at either end.

At approximately 2800 feet (850 meters) in length, it is clearly visible from miles away, and is a landmark for the area.

ee also

*List of crossings of the Ohio River

External links

* [http://www.bridgestunnels.com/index.php?catid=39&photos=0 Silver Memorial Bridge at Bridges & Tunnels] .

References

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structure = Crossings
place = Ohio River
bridge = Silver Memorial Bridge
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upstream = Silver Bridge
upstream signs = (collapsed)
downstream = East End Bridge
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