Suspension Bridge, Wheeling, West Virginia, USA
The iconic Wheeling Suspension Bridge spans the main channel of the Ohio River at Wheeling, West Virginia. It was the largest suspension bridge in the world from 1849 until 1851.
The main span is 1,010 feet from tower to tower. The east tower rests on the Wheeling shore, while the west tower is on Wheeling Island. The east tower is 153.5 feet above the low-water level of the river, or 82 feet from the base of the masonry. The west tower is 132.75 feet above low water, with 69 feet of masonry.
It was designed by Charles Ellet Jr., who also worked on the Niagara Falls Suspension Bridge. The Wheeling bridge was the first to span the Ohio River, and was an important link on the National Road.
The Wheeling Suspension Bridge was designated a National Historic Landmark on May 15, 1975. It is located in the Wheeling Island Historic District.
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