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St. Louis Bridge Proposal, 1867-1868

 File — Box: 6, Folder: 28

Scope and Contents

From the Sub-Series:

Bridge proposals consist of correspondence, notes, drawings, specifications and estimates made by John A. Roebling. Of particular interest in this series is the Kentucky River Bridge which Roebling started but did not complete, the Tripartite Bridge, a creative solution to bridging the three rivers of Pittsburgh, and the St. Louis River Bridge proposal which was turned down in favor of James Eads’s design.

Dates

  • Other: 1867-1868

Creator

Extent

From the Sub-Series: 4.0 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Institute Archives and Special Collections Repository

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