Everyone Should Cross These 10 Amazing Bridges In West Virginia
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Tammy Marie Rose
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Everyone knows that West Virginia has an abundance of natural beauty, but it has its fair share of man-made beauty as well. The Mountain State has some of the most unique and awesome bridges in the world. Here is a look at 10 incredible bridges you’ll want to cross.
The New River Gorge Bridge is a steel arch bridge. It is over 3,000 feet long. It spans over the New River Gorge and the New River. It opened in 1977.
From 1849 to 1851 the Wheeling Suspension Bridge was the largest suspension bridge in the world. It spans the Ohio River and was constructed in 1847.
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The Blennerhassett Island Bridge is a network arch Bridge. It spans over the Ohio River. It opened in 2008 and cost $120 million.
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This covered bridge spans over the Mud River and is a national historic landmark. The covered bridge was built in 1875 and is often called the Mud River Bridge.
The Philippi Covered Bridge spans the Tygart Valley River. It is a national historic landmark and a popular tourist attraction for Philippi.
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Located in Monroe County the Laurel Creek Covered Bridge is a historic bridge. It is also the shortest covered bridge in West Virginia at 34 feet 6 inches long.
The Indian Creek Covered Bridge was built in 1898. It is a national historic landmark located less than 5 miles from Salt Sulphur Springs.
The Elm Grove stone Arch Bridge was built in 1817 and still carries three lanes of traffic. The 200 year old bridge is currently being restored and strengthened.
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This bridge features a unique steel superstructure. It is the longest span delta bridge in the United States.
The Bridge of Honor, also known as the Pomeroy-Mason Bridge, is a cable-stayed bridge that spans the Ohio River. It opened in 2008 and includes purple lights which are turned on each night.
Each of these bridges is unique and worth the drive to see them.
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