The Purple People Bridge, also known as the Newport Southbank Bridge, is a vibrant and iconic pedestrian bridge that spans the Ohio River, connecting Cincinnati, Ohio, and Newport, Kentucky.
The Controversial History of the Daniel Carter Beard Bridge
The Daniel Carter Beard Bridge, also known as the Big Mac Bridge, is a remarkable structure that captivates the eye with its simple design and bold colors.
The Silent Workhorse: Columbia Parkway’s Viaduct
The Columbia Parkway Viaduct in Cincinnati, Ohio, is one of those silent workhorses, standing tall for decades and doing its job without complaining.
Stone Bridges at Rentschler Forest
During a photography excursion with Jeffrey Jakucyk at Rentschler Forest MetroPark in Butler County, Ohio, we discovered two stone arch bridges spanning Kennedy Creek along the Miami & Erie Canal alignment.
The Bridges at Portsmouth, Ohio
There are two significant bridges that span the majestic Ohio River connecting Portsmouth, Ohio, to Greenup County, Kentucky. The first one is the U.S. Grant Bridge, which is a cable-stayed suspension bridge. The second bridge is the Carl D. Perkins Memorial Bridge, which is a traditional cantilevered Warren through truss bridge.
On the Hunt for Bridges in the West Virginia Coalfields
Despite a weather forecast that called for all-day rain, I was on the hunt for several historic bridges in the southwest coalfields of West Virginia.
Walbridge’s Railroading History
The Chatteroi Railway’s success relied heavily on a through truss bridge and tunnel located in Walbridge, Kentucky.
Revisiting Two Eastern Kentucky Branch Lines
I visited two former Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad branch lines in eastern Kentucky that have been transformed into rail trails on a pleasant spring afternoon.
A Weekend of Rural Abandonments and Bridges
The bleakness of the winter landscape in south-central West Virginia was a constant reminder of the season’s harshness. It was a perfect time to visit some abandoned bridges and churches.
The Bridges of Glenville, West Virginia
Glenville, West Virginia, the county seat of Gilmer County, is located along the Little Kanawha River. It was originally referred to as “the ford” because it was a place where travelers could cross the river. Today, bridges have mostly replaced the largest fords in the area.