New River Gorge Bridge - Wikipedia
The New River Gorge Bridge is a steel arch bridge 3,030 feet (924 m) long over the New River Gorge near Fayetteville, West Virginia, in the Appalachian Mountains of the eastern United States.
Bridge Walk | New River Gorge National Park Bridge Walk - West Virginia
Join us for a one-of-a-kind guided bridge walk in Lansing, West Virginia, as you cross the catwalk under the New River Gorge Bridge on a panoramic three-hour adventure. Sells Out Fast!
New River Gorge Bridge - U.S. National Park Service
The New River Gorge Bridge is one of the most photographed places in West Virginia. In 2006, the U.S. Mint chose the bridge to represent West Virginia on the state commemorative quarter.
The New River Gorge Bridge Is The Tallest, Most Impressive Bridge …
May 5, 2020 · At 876 feet above the river, it's the highest bridge in West Virginia and the 3rd highest vehicular bridge in the whole United States. It's also the fourth-longest single arch …
New River Gorge Bridge
Bridge is significantly more interesting than just a bridge - the size/height, span and history are all great takeaways. Incredible views from the catwalk underneath (Bridge Walk) and even better …
New River Gorge Bridge Facts & History | Bridge Walk
The New River Gorge Bridge would become the longest single span arch bridge in the World. Due to the chosen arch design and the depth of the gorge, construction required innovative engineering and construction techniques.
New River - WV Department of Transportation
With a height of 876 feet above the waters of the New River (topping the Washington Monument by 325 feet), the bridge is the highest east of the Mississippi and second-highest in the nation only to Colorado’s Royal Gorge Bridge over the Arkansas River.
New River Gorge National Park: A First Time Visitor Guide
New River Gorge Bridge: This iconic steel-arch bridge, which stretches 3,030 feet across the gorge, is one of the most recognizable landmarks in West Virginia. Completed in 1977, the bridge stands 876 feet above the New River, making it the third-highest bridge in the U.S.
Walking the New River Gorge Bridge: A Thrilling West Virginia …
Aug 6, 2024 · Nestled in the heart of West Virginia, the New River Gorge Bridge Walk is a must-experience for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. Spanning the majestic New River Gorge, this bridge is not just an architectural marvel but also a gateway to breathtaking views and thrilling experiences.
50 Years Ago, Construction Began on the New River Gorge Bridge
In 1974, it took 40 minutes to drive across the New River from Fayetteville, West Virginia to Lansing, West Virginia—where the Canyon Rim Visitor Center for the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve sits today. Now, thanks to the New …