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Sarvis Fork Covered Bridge

Capturing Jackson County’s Covered Bridges

Posted on September 20, 2023September 20, 2023 by Sherman Cahal

Jackson County, West Virginia boasts a rich history, especially when it comes to its iconic covered bridges: The Staats Mill Covered Bridge and the Sarvis Fork Covered Bridge. Both structures serve as a testament to the craft, innovation, and heritage of the area.

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Cheat Bridge

The Fading Icons: Truss Bridges of West Virginia

Posted on September 18, 2023September 19, 2023 by Sherman Cahal

West Virginia, like many states in the U.S., has a rich history that is reflected in its infrastructure.

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Greenup Locks and Dam

From Wicket Dams to a “Super Dam”: A History of the Greenup Locks and Dam

Posted on September 8, 2023September 8, 2023 by Sherman Cahal

The Greenup Locks and Dam, located in Lloyd, Kentucky, was built during an industrial boom along the Ohio River.

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Akron's Innerbelt

Akron’s Innerbelt

Posted on September 1, 2023September 1, 2023 by Sherman Cahal

Akron, Ohio’s Innerbelt is a partly abandoned and demolished freeway that was built between 1970 and 1987.

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North Expressway Viaduct

North Expressway Viaduct Replacement

Posted on August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by Sherman Cahal

Work has started to replace the North Expressway Viaduct that carries OH Route 8 and 59 over the Little Cuyahoga River and Elizabeth Park valley in Akron, Ohio.

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Hughes Bridge

The Major Bridges of Corridor L

Posted on August 17, 2023August 17, 2023 by Sherman Cahal

Nestled amidst the rugged terrains of West Virginia is Corridor L, a marvel of engineering and a testament to the determination of a state to connect its people and spur economic and tourism growth.

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Walcott Covered Bridge

Endangered Icons: The Struggle to Maintain Kentucky’s Covered Bridges

Posted on August 8, 2023August 8, 2023 by Sherman Cahal

With just 11 structures remaining erect in Kentucky, the state’s covered bridges served a purpose beyond mere connectivity.

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8th Street Viaduct

8th Street Viaduct Drama

Posted on July 28, 2023July 20, 2023 by Sherman Cahal

There was lots of drama surrounding the 8th Street Viaduct in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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Cincinnati Southern Bridge

A Brief History of the Ohio River Bridge of the Cincinnati Southern

Posted on July 20, 2023July 20, 2023 by Sherman Cahal

This is a brief history of the massive Cincinnati Southern Bridge that carries Norfolk Southern Railway (Cincinnati, New Orleans & Texas Pacific Railway) over the Ohio River between Cincinnati, Ohio, and Ludlow, Kentucky.

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Roebling Suspension Bridge

Roebling Suspension Bridge: An Iconic Transportation Landmark

Posted on July 17, 2023July 17, 2023 by Sherman Cahal

There is never a bad day to photograph the historic John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge.

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