About Callaghan Ogle Creek Bridge
The Callaghan Bridge, a pin-connected Pratt through truss, was constructed over Ogle Creek for US Route 60 in 1932. When the US Route 60 and Alternate US Route 60 intersection was reconfigured into a large “Y” configuration in 1947, a new concrete bridge was constructed over Ogle Creek. 1
Structure
Dimensions & Classification
| Structural Form | Through Truss — Pratt |
|---|---|
| Total Length | 88 feet |
| Deck Width | 10.8 feet |
| Vertical Clearance | 15.3 feet |
| Connections | Pin-connected |
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The Callaghan Bridge, a pin-connected Pratt through truss, was constructed over Ogle Creek for US Route 60 in 1932. When the US Route 60 and Alternate US Route 60 intersection was reconfigured into a large “Y” configuration in 1947, a new concrete bridge was constructed over Ogle Creek. 1
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Sources & Citations
References for this location, in MLA format.
- “Road Improvements Planned On Alt. Rt. 60 at Callaghan.” Covington Virginian, 2 Dec. 1946, p. 6.
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