About Croton Gorge Park Bridge
The construction of the Croton Gorge Park Bridge was initiated to facilitate entry to a private road situated at the foundation of the New Croton Dam. The contract for the development of the bridge was granted to James McFerran, the assignee of John Kenny Jr., through an $8,100 contract awarded on October 28, 1904. 1 The project was completed by January 1906.
Structure
Dimensions & Classification
| Structural Form | Arch — Steel through |
|---|---|
| Primary Material | Steel |
| Total Length | 150 feet |
| Deck Width | 18 feet |
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The construction of the Croton Gorge Park Bridge was initiated to facilitate entry to a private road situated at the foundation of the New Croton Dam. The contract for the development of the bridge was granted to James McFerran, the assignee of John Kenny Jr., through an $8,100 contract awarded on October 28, 1904. 1 The project was completed by January 1906.
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Sources & Citations
References for this location, in MLA format.
- “New Highway Bridges at New Croton Reservoir.” Report to the Aqueduct Commissioners, 31 Dec. 1906, pp. 12. ↗
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