This is a single suspension bridge from the Bridgemeister historical inventory of suspension bridges.

1875: Swinging

Frederick, Maryland, USA - Carroll Creek
Bridgemeister ID:253 (added before 2003)
Year Completed:1875
Name:Swinging
Location:Frederick, Maryland, USA
Crossing:Carroll Creek
At or Near Feature:Baker Park
Coordinates:39.415033 N 77.4208 W
Maps:Acme, GeoHack, Google, OpenStreetMap
Use:Footbridge
Status:In use (last checked: 2022)
Main Cables:Wire
Suspended Spans:1

Notes:

  • The black and white photo shows the same bridge at its original location on Bentz Street (then Mill Alley). It was later moved to Baker Park, and then moved again (in 1927, 1928, or 1930 according to various sources) to its present location, another location in Baker Park.
  • Local legend states this bridge was used by Stonewall Jackson and his troops when they entered Frederick on September 10, 1862.
  • Closed March, 2008 due to safety concerns. Eventually reopened.
  • Near 2006 William O. Lee (Carroll Creek Park) - Frederick, Maryland, USA.

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Photograph, collection of David Denenberg Photo by David Denenberg Photo by David Denenberg Postcard, collection of Jochem Hollestelle

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