The People's Bridge-- Harrisburg, Pa.

This new from the Historical Marker Database folks.

Someone went out to the People's Bridge and photographed it and the the historical plaque at it.

The bridge was built before the automobile age and was a bit on the narrow side. By the mid-1950s, it had garnered the nickname of "Old Shakey" because of the vibrations made by vehicular traffic over the cast-iron superstructure.

By 1972, it was closed to all but pedestrian and bicyclists. It was weakened by the floods of Hurricane Agnes, and in 1996, the three western spans destroyed by ice floes.

The People's Bridge Coalition was formed and started a campaign to ensure the bridge's restoration and preservation. By 1998, the entire eastern section was entirely restored and plans are in effect to rebuild the western section.

The bridge is a key part to Harrisburg's Riverfront Park and City Island.

There are also eight other markers within walking distance.

Thanks a Lot to Those Intrepid HMDBers. --RoadDog