'Site Of Army Bridge' information sign, with old photographs of Laramie River bridges, Fort Laramie Historic SIte, Wyoming, USA
This information sign reads: 'The Laramie River was unpredictable and unchecked by dams. High water during the spring of the year often damaged or washed away existing bridges; therefore, from 1853 to post abandonment in 1890 the river was spanned by several successive bridges on or near this site. The first was constructed by a private firm which charged tolls to both soldiers and emigrants. In subsequent years they were free to all users. The bridges were well-traveled since a variety of living quarters and a hotel had sprung up on the opposite bank. Bridge sizes varied. They were 14 to 16 feet wide and up to 236 feet long.'
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Location: Site of Army Bridge Information Sign, Fort Laramie Historic Site, Wyoming, USA
Photo credit: © robert harrison / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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