Ross Island Bridge on June 10, 2006
Though it looks like a deck arch bridge, the Ross Island Bridge is the only cantilever truss bridge in Oregon.
Ross Island Bridge on July 13, 2007
Despite its name, it does not physically connect to Ross Island in any way and is located about 800 feet north of the island.
Ross Island Bridge on July 13, 2007
It was designed by Gustav Lindenthal, built by Booth & Pomeroy at a cost of $1.9 million and opened on December 21, 1926.
Ross Island Bridge on July 13, 2007
The entire bridge is over 3,700 feet long. The cantilever truss is 1,819 feet long, with a 535-foot main span.
Ross Island Bridge on July 13, 2007
The Ross Island Bridge carries US Highway 26. It was originally owned by Multnomah County, but was transferred to the Oregon Department of Transportation in 1976.
Ross Island Bridge on August 19, 2007
| Bridge Type: | Cantilever Truss |
| Opened: | December 21, 1926 |
| Designed by: | Gustav Lindenthal |
| Built by: | Booth & Pomeroy |
| Total Length: | over 3,700 feet |
| Truss Length: | 1,819 feet |
| Main Span Length: | 535 feet |
| Construction Cost: | $1.9 million |
| Carries: | U.S. Highway 26 |
| Built for: | Multnomah County |
| Owned by: | Oregon Department of Transportation |
Ross Island Bridge on December 5, 2009
In this view the cruise boat Portland Spirit is passing under the Ross Island Bridge on December 5, 2009.
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