Bollman Truss Spans; Bridge #120, Cave Station, during construction

Bollman Truss Spans; Bridge #120, Cave Station, during construction

Description:

The Bollman truss span was designed by engineer Wendel Bollman in 1852 that allowed the use of iron for bridges rather than wood, and was adopted for many railroad bridges.

Date Issued: 10/21/1923
Collection: Art, Architecture and Engineering Library, Lantern Slide Collection
Subject Topics:
Bridges,  
Language: UND
Type: still image