Do you have a favorite bridge? The John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge in Cincinnati is an architectural gem. Few people know it was designed by the same architect who designed New York’s Brooklyn Bridge—but it’s actually older than the world renowned Brooklyn Bridge. When you’re in the area, you’ll want to to check it out. It’s arguably the most beautiful bridge in Ohio. (Looking to feed your wanderlust? Click here to sign up for our Bucket List Newsletter for a weekly peek at the best destinations throughout the country to inspire your next adventures.)
The John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge spans 1,057 ft. across the Ohio River, connecting Ohio and Kentucky. It was once the longest suspension bridge in the world.
Scott Beale/Flickr It was also the first bridge to utilize both vertical suspenders and diagonal stays fanning from either tower.
Completed in 1867, this beloved landmark has seen its fair share of history. In spite of its age, it continues to be a steady two-lane bridge for both pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Erik Segerdell/Flickr The John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975 and was significantly repaired in the early 2000s.
Most people don’t know that the the bridge was originally brown. It was painted blue in 1896.
Jimmy Yeh/Flickr Additionally, the tower’s domed steel cable saddles were replaced by replicas of the original turrets in the early 1990s
Once the Brooklyn Bridge (pictured) was completed in 1883, it surpassed the John A. Roebling Suspension bridge in length and other factors.
Wally Gobetz/Flickr The Brooklyn Bridge spans 1,595.5 feet and was the first steel-wire suspension bridge.
In 1984, decorative lights were installed along the main cables of the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge.
Mark Goebel/Flickr It’s a downright romantic sight to behold at night. <3
If you’ve yet to see this little-known national landmark, you need to make a point to do so. It’s an Ohio gem that shouldn’t be overlooked.
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Scott Beale/Flickr
It was also the first bridge to utilize both vertical suspenders and diagonal stays fanning from either tower.
Erik Segerdell/Flickr
The John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975 and was significantly repaired in the early 2000s.
Jimmy Yeh/Flickr
Additionally, the tower’s domed steel cable saddles were replaced by replicas of the original turrets in the early 1990s
Wally Gobetz/Flickr
The Brooklyn Bridge spans 1,595.5 feet and was the first steel-wire suspension bridge.
Mark Goebel/Flickr
It’s a downright romantic sight to behold at night. <3
PunkToad/Flickr
For more unique bridges in Ohio, check out our previous article: The Longest Covered Bridge In Ohio, Smolen- Gulf Bridge, Is 613 Feet Long.
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