May 16, 2023

Before Musikfest


In 1909, Bethlehem city fathers decided it was time to improve on the Broad Street Trestle Bridge built in 1871. The new concrete arch bridge was a major project, still serving Bethlehem well, 101 years later.

reprinted from August 13, 2010

1 comment:

  1. I didn't know that and I bet it is sturdier than most bridges today too.

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