This is a single suspension bridge from the Bridgemeister historical inventory of suspension bridges.

1854: Elk River

Sutton, West Virginia, USA - Elk River
Bridgemeister ID:554 (added before 2003)
Year Completed:1854
Name:Elk River
Location:Sutton, West Virginia, USA
Crossing:Elk River
Principals:Ira Hart
References:EOV
Use:Vehicular, with walkway
Status:Removed, 1930
Main Cables:Wire (iron)
Main Span:1 x 140.2 meters (460 feet)

Postcard, collection of Jochem Hollestelle

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