This is a single suspension bridge from the Bridgemeister historical inventory of suspension bridges.

1876: Petroleum Street

Oil City, Pennsylvania, USA - Allegheny River
Bridgemeister ID:83 (added before 2003)
Year Completed:1876
Name:Petroleum Street
Also Known As:Oil City
Location:Oil City, Pennsylvania, USA
Crossing:Allegheny River
Principals:Charles Roebling
References:AAJ, HAERPA461, HBE, PTS2, TRS
Use:Vehicular
Status:Removed
Main Cables:Wire
Suspended Spans:3
Main Span:1 x 152.4 meters (500 feet)
Side Spans:2

Notes:

  • AAJ: Rebuilt, 1884, 1905.

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