Lake Oswego Railroad Bridge on October 22, 2007
The two through truss spans of this railroad bridge between Lake Oswego and Milwaukie are dated 1907.
Lake Oswego Railroad Bridge on October 22, 2007
Each truss span is 298 feet long. The east approach is a slightly-curved 668-foot wood trestle. Total length with approaches is 1,378 feet.
Lake Oswego Railroad Bridge on October 22, 2007
The line between Milwaukie and Lake Oswego was completed and opened in 1910. This route was originally built by the Southern Pacific Railroad, which was acquired by the Union Pacific Railroad in 1996.
Lake Oswego Railroad Bridge on October 22, 2007
The line is currently operated by the Portland & Western Railroad, which has leased the line since 1995.
Lake Oswego Railroad Bridge on October 23, 2007
These pictures were all taken from Rivervilla Park on the east side of the river.
Lake Oswego Railroad Bridge on October 23, 2007
| Bridge Type: | Through Truss |
| Opened: | 1910 |
| Built by: | Southern Pacific Railroad |
| Total Length: | 1,378 feet |
| Main Span Length: | 298 feet x 2 |
| Owned by: | Union Pacific Railroad |
Lake Oswego Railroad Bridge on October 26, 2007
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