Silver Memorial Bridge
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The Silver Memorial Bridge is a cantilever bridge which spans the Ohio River between Gallipolis, Ohio and Henderson, West Virginia. The Bridge was completed in 1969, shortly after the Silver Bridge disaster, although it is located downstream (south) of the original. The design of the bridge is much more proven than the ill fated eyebar chain suspension bridge, which collapsed in 1967. The bridge no longer connects Gallipolis to Point Pleasant, as the original bridge did.
The bridge carries US 35 across the river and serves as a major crossing for people and goods travelling between Charleston, West Virginia and Southern and Central Ohio. The speed limit on the bridge is 55 mph (90 km/h). No toll is imposed at either end.
At approximately 2800 feet (850 meters) in length, it is clearly visible from miles away, and is a landmark for the area.
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| Crossings of the Ohio River | |||
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| Upstream Silver Bridge (collapsed) |
Silver Memorial Bridge |
Downstream East End Bridge   |
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