Railroad Swing Bridge #1556
Now a sight along the Milwaukee's third ward river walk, this movable truss swing bridge was constructed in 1915 so Chicago & Northwestern twin cities 400 passenger trains could cross the Milwaukee river. The train line was called the twin cities 400 based on the trains being able to cross from St. Paul to Chicago in 396 minutes. This bridge is currently non-functional and permanently parked in the open position.
More information on the history of this bridge:
city.milwaukee.gov/ImageLibrary/Groups/cityHPC/Designated...
Railroad Swing Bridge #1556
Now a sight along the Milwaukee's third ward river walk, this movable truss swing bridge was constructed in 1915 so Chicago & Northwestern twin cities 400 passenger trains could cross the Milwaukee river. The train line was called the twin cities 400 based on the trains being able to cross from St. Paul to Chicago in 396 minutes. This bridge is currently non-functional and permanently parked in the open position.
More information on the history of this bridge:
city.milwaukee.gov/ImageLibrary/Groups/cityHPC/Designated...