Bridge Over Hudson River (Poughkeepsie-Highland Railroad Bridge)

Work consists of strengthening structure by the introduction of a middle truss in the main spans, and either replacing or reinforcing the spans in the viaduct approaches. Length of main spans, 3,093 ft 0-in; length of viaduct approaches, 3,673 ft 6-in; total length of structure, 6,767 ft 3-in. Height from water to rail, 212 ft.

Project Details

  • Owner: Central New England Railroad
  • Location: Poughkeepsie, New York, United States
  • Performed as: American Bridge Company
  • Completion Date: 1889