Bridges of Portland - Hardcover

Bottenberg, Ray

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1531630197 ISBN 13: 9781531630195

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Library Editions, 2007

Synopsis

Portland is an inland port city that rose to importance in the mid-19th century as a major shipping point for the Pacific Northwest's wheat, lumber, and other commodities. The Columbia and Willamette Rivers enabled seagoing vessels to reach the port, but they also presented obstacles to local travel and commerce. Willamette River ferry service was available by 1853, but Portlanders had to wait until 1887 for a bridge. The first was the Morrison Bridge, followed by the Steel Bridge in 1888, the Madison Bridge was in 1891, and the Burnside Bridge in 1894. These bridges helped Portland grow from 17,600 residents in 1880 to 90,000 in 1900. Many more bridges were added as Portland grew during the 20th century, and well-known bridge engineers Ralph Modjeski, J.A.L. Waddell, Gustav Lindenthal, David Steinman, and Joseph Strauss each contributed to Portland's world-class collection of bridges.

About this title

About the Author

Authors Ray and Jeanna Bottenberg have selected a variety of images that highlight the disappearing history of Portland.

Edition details

• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Library Editions
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1531630197
• ISBN 13: 9781531630195
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 130