Demolition is Imminent, Ohio Electric Interurban Bridge, Waterville, Ohio
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ธ.ค. 2021
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The Ohio Electric Interurban Bridge is a historic interurban railway reinforced concrete multiple arch bridge built in 1908 to span the Maumee River joining Lucas and Wood counties near Waterville, Ohio. The span which is 1221 feet long, was once the world's largest earth-filled reinforced concrete bridge. One of the bridge supports rests on the Roche de Boeuf, a historic Indian council rock, which was partially destroyed by the bridge's construction. The bridge, which is no longer in use, is a popular subject for photographers and painters. The bridge which is crumbling, will most likely be demolished before 2024.
GPS Location: 41º29'10.6"N 83º43'42.1"W
Ms Cathy/Kathy was quite the presenter of the history of the bridge. One of the best I have seen on this channel.
I visited it last summer and was enchanted. You've done some gorgeous & fascinating drone photography! The loss of this historical landmark will be a tragedy. Great job!
Used to party on top in the 80s. We had bonfires and walked the length of it which now I think it was pretty stupid to do because it was very dangerous, but many beers gave us the courage to do it and it was fun. We also tied a knotted rope to a tree on the bridge and shimmied down to the "rock" then back up. That was a great interview about the history...thank you.
Great video and great interview. I Loved the story about the trolley and plane race and her little laugh was special!!! Very nice lady, beautiful old bridge. Good job Susie!!!
I live in this area and this is a beautiful bridge. The river itself is really lovely. The interview was excellent. I had only recently discovered the History in Your Own Backyard channel, and was pleasantly surprised to see Susie at work almost literally in my own back yard!
I’ve been watching several of your videos recently and I think that this interview with Kathy has been my favorite so far. I’ve never been to Waterville, Ohio, but her knowledge and passion for history expressed in this interview make me want to go find this bridge!
I visited this bridge and it's beautiful, I hope there's away to deter deterioration but keep the look it has now for years to come. You don't need to be on the bridge to realize how special that area is.
I moved to Waterville in 2016. I stumbled across the bridge by accident. I was completely fascinated by it. I thought it was absolutely beautiful. I voraciously studied everything I could about it. It quickly became my sacred quiet spot. I love anything historic but this bridge has a special pull. I am just absolutely devastated that the sale of the bridge fell through both times and now it's up for destruction. It will be an enormous loss for our community. 💔💔😭😭
I was going to say exactly what Chris S said which is this is my favorite video you all have ever produced. I greatly enjoyed the subject matter, and those drone shots were stunning! I also liked the added length and detail. I liked it that you got right into the material, and didn't eat up time (often 1/2 the video) by explaining time and time again what a phantom bridge/road is. Great questions were asked. All in all, just a wonderful video and production. A++
Wonderful interview. Fascinating topic. Great questions and interesting and informative answers. Kathy is so knowledgeable, articulate and personable. She and Susie seem to be well matched. The photography was fine also. This is my favorite of many fine History in Your Own Backyard videos.
What a great video to document the history of the bridge. I'm sure it would be a monumental task to preserve it, but still such a shame for it to be destroyed.
Does anyone know if my friend Eric Sperling still lives in Waterville ohio, we lost touch in 99!
Love your videos
I've seen video of the trolley-airplane race.
It's good to see you guys do some stuff up here in NW Ohio. The Black Swamp is full of gems. Next time your up this way let's reconnect.
I played on and around that bridge my whole life! Locally, it's referred to as "The Old Bridge". Before they completely cut off access to the bridge, I might have made my way up there once or twice. :) There's a whole lot of history right there! Watching this interview was a nice trip down memory lane.
damn, Scott drove on this?
Wow. The Cincinnati and Lake Erie Line! Who knew?
Very nice interview! So many memories with that bridge, especially for art, photography and a beautiful meditation area when walking the tow path at Farnsworth Park or canoeing. I also remember ALL the parties...it was the go-to place back in the day. It's a dangerous liability, but still sad to see it go. Waterville is such a sweet Village. It's grown exponentially since I grew up there, yet it's still one of the best and beautiful places to live, or raise a family, in Northwest Ohio. I've always loved the history and New England vibe.
anyone know when its schedules to be demolished?