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Paducah Bridge

The Crossings at Paducah

Posted on November 21, 2021 by Sherman Cahal

For decades, the only way to cross the Ohio River between Paducah, Kentucky, and Illinois was a narrow two-lane bridge. This was later supplemented with an interstate crossing that was plagued with problems.

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Kentucky Dam Expansion

Changes in Transportation in Western Kentucky

Posted on November 21, 2021November 21, 2021 by Sherman Cahal

The impoundment of the Tennessee River at Gilbertsville led to a significant change in the transportation landscape of western Kentucky.

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Lake Barkley Bridge

Bridges at Land Between the Lakes in Kentucky

Posted on November 20, 2021 by Sherman Cahal

Years ago, I journeyed to photograph the old Eggner’s Ferry and Lake Barkley Bridges in western Kentucky. Both have since been replaced with new arch spans.

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Thomas J. Hatem Memorial Bridge

Hatem Memorial Bridge’s Crossing of the Susquehanna River

Posted on August 29, 2021August 29, 2021 by Sherman Cahal

Originally crossed by a ferry and later a double-decked bridge, a graceful through arch carries US 40 over the Susquehanna River in Maryland.

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Otway Covered Bridge

The Influence of Smith’s Trusses in Southern Ohio

Posted on August 9, 2021 by Sherman Cahal

The influence of Robert W. Smith’s trusses extends to other areas of Ohio. One of my favorite examples is the Otway Covered Bridge over the Scioto Brush Creek in Otway.

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Aetnaville Bridge

The Ongoing Saga of the Aetnaville Bridge

Posted on August 5, 2021 by Sherman Cahal

This is probably one of the most ornate bridges remaining over the Ohio River that is in danger of being removed.

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Veterans Memorial Bridge

A Brief History of the Veterans Memorial Bridge

Posted on August 5, 2021 by Sherman Cahal

One of the more unique bridge types over the Ohio River is the Veterans Memorial Bridge (New Steubenville Bridge) that carries US Route 22 between Steubenville, Ohio, and Weirton, West Virginia.

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Johnson Road Covered Bridge

The Covered Bridges of Vinton and Jackson Counties, Ohio

Posted on July 7, 2021 by Sherman Cahal

Historic bridges and more are plenty in rural Vinton and Jackson counties in southern Ohio.

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Hawk's Nest Bridge

Fog Lift at Hawks Nest Railroad Bridge

Posted on July 6, 2021July 6, 2021 by Sherman Cahal

The passing of a heavy shower allowed for some passing fog that rapidly eased over the nearby mountaintops at Hawks Nest State Park in West Virginia. At its base, over the New River, are two Parker through trusses that carry CSX Railroad and Amtrak.

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New River Gorge Bridge

Morning Magic at the New River Gorge Bridge

Posted on April 29, 2021 by Sherman Cahal

It’s been said that without the trees, mountains, fogs, or rains, the sun cannot create its own magic. On this mystical morning, the fog enveloping the New River Gorge Bridge was picture-perfect but I knew its time was short. Within minutes of taking these aerials, the thick fog had disappeared, replaced by a wide expanse of crystal clear skies.

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