Photograph

Description:
Photograph. Sepia-toned photo showing the construction of a railroad bridge over the Rouge River. Printed text in the upper left corner of the photo shows "M.C.R.R. River Rouge Bascule Bridge; Foundations; Caisson #4; June 1, 1919. James Photo." The view looks northeastward along the existing railroad tracks with several workmen standing on the top of caisson #4 in the center foreground. One workman is standing behind the caisson and another is standing on the railroad tracks to the right. A temporary concrete mixing plant can be seen in the center background area along with construction materials and construction debris.
Date Issued:
1919-01-01T00:00:00Z
Data Provider:
Detroit Historical Society
Subject Topic:
River Rouge Conrail Bridge, New York Central Railroad Bridge, M.C.R.R. River Rouge Bascule Bridge, and Construction Workers
Subject Name:
James, Warren B.
Rights:
No Copyright - United States
URL:
http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/photo/759DA943-C10A-4820-B826-313760326429