Ohio is home to some of the most unexpected hidden gems.

Most people don’t realize Ohio features one of the world’s most unique bridges ever made. Muskingum County is home to the Zanesville Y Bridge—and it’s shaped just like it sounds. (Don’t worry, your GPS shouldn’t get too confused.) Here’s why there’s no other bridge in the world quite like it:

Hiding in downtown Zanesville at the confluence of the Licking and Muskingum Rivers is one of the rarest bridges you'll ever cross.
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Pictured is the view of the bridge from Putnam Hill Park.
An important part of "The Road That Helped Build The Nation", the world famous Y Bridge is a hidden gem for those unfamiliar with it.
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After several different constructions and periods of flood damage, the Y Bridge standing today is the fifth one. The first Y Bridge was constructed in 1814.

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The three-way Y Bridge carries the traffic of U.S. Route 40 (Main Street and West Main Street) and Linden Avenue. It's one of the few bridges in the world that you can cross and still be on the same side of the river.
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According to Atlas Obscura, Amelia Earhart considered Zanesville "the most recognizable city in the country" because of its uniquely shaped bridge.
When you visit this historic site, you'll find some interesting information about the previous bridges and their tolls.
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Pro tip: Make a stop at Tom's Ice Cream Bowl while you're in town.
Before leaving, take some time to visit the little park at the southeast corner of the bridge.
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And don't forget your camera, of course!

Have you ever crossed the Y Bridge before? Let us know!

For more interesting stops in Zanesville, check out our previous article: The Ice Cream Parlor In Ohio That’s So Worth Waiting In Line For.

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