Railroad Bridge, Florence Alabama

Photo of the Railroad Bridge at Florence, Alabama described on the back of the photo: “Before the new span was put into position, the old swing span was used. Here it is shown in open position while a tow of barges makes its way through the bridge at Florence, Ala. Notice the narrow horizontal clear...

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Format: Electronic
Published: Florence-Lauderdale County Public Library
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Online Access:https://cdm15947.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/structures/id/120
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Summary:Photo of the Railroad Bridge at Florence, Alabama described on the back of the photo: “Before the new span was put into position, the old swing span was used. Here it is shown in open position while a tow of barges makes its way through the bridge at Florence, Ala. Notice the narrow horizontal clearance for the barges caused by the pivot pier.” Written on the back of the photo: AV-1971-4.