Emlenton in Venango County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The Emlenton Bridge
Photographed By Mike Wintermantel, November 12, 2014
1. The Emlenton Bridge Marker
The Emlenton Bridge spanned the Allegheny River at this location from 1883 to 1987. Originally constructed of wrought iron, it consisted of two double-intersection Pratt trusses. Built by the Wrought Iron Bridge Company for the Emlenton Bridge Company, in 1898 it became the first free bridge in Venango County to cross the Allegheny.Erected by Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Bridges & Viaducts. A significant historical year for this entry is 1883.
Location. 41° 10.603′ N, 79° 42.73′ W. Marker is in Emlenton, Pennsylvania, in Venango County. Marker is on Allegheny Avenue, 0.1 miles south of Main Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Emlenton PA 16373, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Hotels of Emlenton (here, next to this marker); Emlenton's "Number One Citizen" (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); West Main Street Development (about 600 feet away); Emlenton At Leisure (about 700 feet away); Arthur W. Phillips - Physician / Humanitarian
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Photographed By Mike Wintermantel, November 12, 2014
2. The Emlenton Bridge Marker
The modern bridge is in the background
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on November 12, 2014, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 475 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 12, 2014, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
