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Roebling’s Delaware Aqueduct
182 Scenic Drive, Lackawaxen, Pennsylvania 18435
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About the Roebling’s Delaware Aqueduct
Roebling's Delaware Aqueduct, also known as the Roebling Bridge, is a historic tourist attraction located at 182 Scenic Drive in Lackawaxen, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River and is the oldest existing wire suspension bridge in the United States.
Designed by the renowned engineer John A. Roebling and built in 1847 as one of four suspension aqueducts on the Delaware and Hudson Canal, the Delaware Aqueduct played a crucial role in transportation between coal fields in northeastern Pennsylvania and markets on the Hudson River. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1968 and a National Civil Engineering Landmark.
The aqueduct operated for fifty years until the closing of the canal in 1898, after which it was converted into a private toll bridge. In 1980, the National Park Service purchased the aqueduct for preservation as part of the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River.
Visitors can walk across the aqueduct, experiencing the same path taken by canalers and their mules over a century ago. The aqueduct's ironwork, including the suspension cables and saddles, are original materials installed by Roebling in 1847. The wooden ice breakers, towpaths, and aqueduct walls were reconstructed in 1995.
Today, the Roebling's Delaware Aqueduct stands as a testament to engineering ingenuity and a reminder of the region's transportation history. Visitors can explore the bridge and enjoy the scenic views of the Delaware River while learning about its significance in American engineering and transportation.
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Roebling Bridge, 182 Scenic Dr, Lackawaxen, PA 18435, United States
Reviews of Roebling’s Delaware Aqueduct
"Pretty bridge, information panels are clear and easy to read. The New York side has an information “house”. It was closed on Sunday when we went. Didn’t see hours. There’s parking on both sides with easy access to walk the bridge. Neat if your in the area."
"What a beautiful site. The aqueduct has been restored and now allows one lane alternate vehicle crossing. There’s also a renovated Toll House with the history of the aqueduct. There also natural beauty. We saw several Bald Eagles and fish in the clear water below. We’ve been to this site several times with friends."
"Beautiful piece of engineering. Wooden bridge made by John A Roebling connecting Minisink Ford New York and Lackawaxen Pennsylvania, it even has a small museum where the toll both used to be back in 1908"
"Pretty place to view the Delaware River. Scenic views, great for, birdwatching rafting, walking even cycling visit the gift shop you can your Nat Park passport book stamped too. Restaurants nearby"
"Very cool bridge. Definitely worth stopping by."
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