The sun was beginning to set as I approached Detroit, Michigan. One of the largest infrastructure projects in North America, the Gordie Howe International Bridge, stood near a partially closed steel mill. The rusting hulks of the mill’s blast furnaces contrasted Detroit’s past and future.
Bridges
Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapses
At 1:27 am on March 26, 2024, the main span of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed.
Demolition of Aetnaville Bridge Proposed
The Aetnaville Bridge, an abandoned yet emblematic structure that connects the former village of Aetnaville in Bridgeport, Ohio, with Wheeling Island in Wheeling, West Virginia, is scheduled for demolition.
Constructing West Virginia’s Corridor H
As of January 2024, Corridor H, also known as US Route 48, is a partially completed 157-mile four-lane expressway connecting Interstate 79 in Weston, West Virginia, to Interstate 81 in Strasburg, Virginia.
Cleveland’s Bridge-scape: A Photographic Journey Along the Cuyahoga
During a pleasant evening in Cleveland, Ohio, I set out on a mission to photograph the various bridges spanning the Cuyahoga River.
Rebuilding Hocking Hills: Old Man’s Creek Bridge
This distinctive bridge crosses Old Man’s Creek in Hocking Hills State Park, located in southeastern Ohio.
Exploring the Historic Railroads of Fairmont, West Virginia
In early 2023, I ventured into the heart of West Virginia’s north-central region to capture the remnants of its once-thriving railroad industry.
The Evolution of the Benton Ferry Bridges on Interstate 79
The Benton Ferry Bridges, consisting of two steel arch structures, facilitated the crossing of Interstate 79 over the Tygart River and the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad in Pleasant Valley, West Virginia.
The East Huntington Bridge: A Symbol of Innovation and Controversy
The East Huntington Bridge, more than just a typical cable-stayed bridge, marked a significant advancement in its era.
The Bridges of the Lower Licking River
I recently set out on a day-long photographic expedition, focusing on capturing the beauty and engineering marvels of several notable bridges along the Licking River in northern Kentucky.