Nipigon River Bridge
The Nipigon River Bridge is located approximately one mile north of Parmacheene Station at Milepost 70.5. It’s construction was a considerable undertaking, and at 610 feet long and 40 feet high, it is the second longest structure on the line behind the Blende River Viaduct. It’s six deck plate girder spans rest on five massive concrete piers, three of which sit directly in the turbulent waters of the river. Click here for its location.
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- Nipigon River Bridge under construction. (Canadian Rail Magazine)
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- Nipigon River Bridge under construction. (Canadian Rail Magazine)
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- Nipigon River Bridge shortly after completion. (Canadian Rail Magazine)
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- Nipigon River Bridge (north view), September 2020.
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- Nipigon River Bridge (south view), September 2020.
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- Nipigon River Bridge, September 2020.
