The biggest inland city in Florida, Orlando is a beautiful place. The overall topography of the city is both low and wet, making Orlando bridges obligatory for spanning the various swamps, marshes and lakes that make up the Orlando area landscape. Much of Orlando is focused on the Disney World Resort, the preferred theme park that the the city of Orlando is most famed for. The Disney Amphitheater is situated in Lake Eola Park, where a water fountain displays the nickname of Orlando as "The City Beautiful". Florida has a good range of bridges that traverse and cross cross many miles of inland and inter-coastal waters, the bridges of Orlando are straightforward and generally built to keep in mind the Disney World Resort, and to satisfy local traffic and intercity wishes.
Emory L. Bennett Causeway
Situated on U.S. Highway 1, the Emory L. Bennett Causeway was dedicated in 1963 as a dual lane toll bridge. The bridge spans the Indian River Lagoon as well as Banana River, and crosses over Merritt Island. It was named after Emory L. Bennett, who received a Medal of Honor for his actions in the Korean War.
Renovated Railroad Trail Bridges - West Orange Trail Bridge
Originally built along the Orange Belt Railroad Line, the West Orange Trail Bridge is presently a refurbished road that takes travelers through Orlando through the old railroad route. The trail itself weaves along the old path of the important railroad, with a lot of cuts and divisions that allow for train use of the existing rail tracks for commerce and business. The bridge is a covered one lane crossing over the Florida Turnpike, also known as the Ronald Reagan Highway, and the country's third most traveled toll road.
Cady Way Trail Bridge
Other bridges in Orlando that are built on abandoned railroad tracks include the Cady Way Trail Bridge. The Cady Way Trail is located on what had once been the East Florida and Atlantic Railroad. Used primarily as a pedestrian bridge and bike trail, it is a tied arch bridge with a basket weave netting supported by green arched beams. The bridge crosses over S.R. 436, and the trail is popular for marathon runs for Orlando residents.
Suburban Covered Bridges - Old Horatio Covered Bridge
A covered bridge, Old Horatio Bridge is located on a quiet sub-urban street, leading into an Orlando suburb and park. No trucks are permitted, as the bridge has a clearance of only 6 feet and 10 inches. The bridge is constructed of wood and situated on Horatio Avenue, spanning a canal connecting lakes Maitland and Minnehaha. This 2-lane covered bridge is a modern construction and one out of many modern covered bridges called "suburb covered bridges" located the Orlando area.
Walt Disney World Swing Bridge
One of the most famous bridges in Orlando is Walt Disney World Swing Bridge. Walt Disney World Swing Bridge is a heavily riveted pony truss bridge that crosses canal on the Disney World Railroad. The Walt Disney World Swing Bridge is open to park traffic.
Emory L. Bennett Causeway
Situated on U.S. Highway 1, the Emory L. Bennett Causeway was dedicated in 1963 as a dual lane toll bridge. The bridge spans the Indian River Lagoon as well as Banana River, and crosses over Merritt Island. It was named after Emory L. Bennett, who received a Medal of Honor for his actions in the Korean War.
Renovated Railroad Trail Bridges - West Orange Trail Bridge
Originally built along the Orange Belt Railroad Line, the West Orange Trail Bridge is presently a refurbished road that takes travelers through Orlando through the old railroad route. The trail itself weaves along the old path of the important railroad, with a lot of cuts and divisions that allow for train use of the existing rail tracks for commerce and business. The bridge is a covered one lane crossing over the Florida Turnpike, also known as the Ronald Reagan Highway, and the country's third most traveled toll road.
Cady Way Trail Bridge
Other bridges in Orlando that are built on abandoned railroad tracks include the Cady Way Trail Bridge. The Cady Way Trail is located on what had once been the East Florida and Atlantic Railroad. Used primarily as a pedestrian bridge and bike trail, it is a tied arch bridge with a basket weave netting supported by green arched beams. The bridge crosses over S.R. 436, and the trail is popular for marathon runs for Orlando residents.
Suburban Covered Bridges - Old Horatio Covered Bridge
A covered bridge, Old Horatio Bridge is located on a quiet sub-urban street, leading into an Orlando suburb and park. No trucks are permitted, as the bridge has a clearance of only 6 feet and 10 inches. The bridge is constructed of wood and situated on Horatio Avenue, spanning a canal connecting lakes Maitland and Minnehaha. This 2-lane covered bridge is a modern construction and one out of many modern covered bridges called "suburb covered bridges" located the Orlando area.
Walt Disney World Swing Bridge
One of the most famous bridges in Orlando is Walt Disney World Swing Bridge. Walt Disney World Swing Bridge is a heavily riveted pony truss bridge that crosses canal on the Disney World Railroad. The Walt Disney World Swing Bridge is open to park traffic.
About the Author:
Mellanie Hermin has been interested in Orlando bridges for a long time. The author has written op-eds and editorial pieces for many online publications, which canbe found here.
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