Sepia-toned photo showing the inside of a caisson that was used for the construction of a railroad bridge over the Rouge River

Description:

Photograph. Sepia-toned photo showing the inside of a caisson that was used for the construction of a railroad bridge over the Rouge River. Printed text in the upper left corner of the photo shows the number, "27," and "M.C.R.R. River Rouge Bascule Bridge; Foundations; Caisson #3; July 18, 1919; W. B. James Photo. Br. Inspt." The view looks down on the top of the caisson and shows various pieces of equipment, piping, and scaffolding.

Date Issued:

1919-01-01T00:00:00Z

Data Provider:

Detroit Historical Society

Collection:

Municipal Services

Subject Topic:

River Rouge Conrail Bridge, New York Central Railroad Bridge, and M.C.R.R. River Rouge Bascule Bridge

Subject Name:

James, Warren B.

Rights:

No Copyright - United States

URL:

http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/photo/AE9D7005-6B74-4E9A-966F-598670217190