The Disappearing Bridges

This is the bridge that carries route 96 over Oswego Creek, in Turner's Bridge, NY, near Owego. It is of a type called a truss bridge, and it is nearing the end of its life, unfortunately. I have passed over this bridge for years, on the way to Upstate New York. There was a similar bridge of this type, but much larger, which crossed the Susquehanna River at Owego, just a few miles away. It was replaced seven years ago, by a modern concrete bridge which no doubt is stronger and safer, but something wonderful was lost. The old bridge was a spectacular structure and made the approach to Owego an amazing sight. It was necessary to replace it, of course, but sad. Now this bridge is on its last legs as well. There was construction all around, and the new poured concrete abutments are nearing completition right next to this bridge. This bridge won't be long for this world, sad to say.