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Alton Bridge
CultureVisit: ~15 minFree
The Alton Bridge was a railway bridge that crossed the Mississippi River between West Alton, Missouri, and Alton, Illinois, and formed part of the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad network. Its metal structure, about 630 metres in total length, was made up of six Pratt trusses, one Parker truss and a swing truss, resting on ten stone piers anchored to the riverbed.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Alton Bridge: 1 missions
- Visit Alton BridgeVisit Alton Bridge in Alton and recognise the place on the ground.
Near Alton Bridge
Elijah P. Lovejoy Monument1.8 km awayAlton National Cemetery2.0 km awayPiasa2.0 km awayPiasa Bird2.0 km awayMelvin Price Locks and Dam3.2 km awayNorth Alton Confederate Cemetery3.9 km away
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to visit Alton Bridge?
Visiting Alton Bridge is free.
How much time do you need for Alton Bridge?
Allow about 15 min for the visit.
What is there to do at Alton Bridge?
Visit Alton Bridge.
What is there to see near Alton Bridge?
Elijah P. Lovejoy Monument (1.8 km), Alton National Cemetery (2.0 km) and Piasa (2.0 km).
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