Re: Dual gauge bridge question

jessica stacey Wrote:
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> Years ago ... when I was exploring the Conejos
> River bridge, just north of Antonino, I noticed
> that it was built like every other truss bridge,
> there was no extra bracing for the third rail ...
> I suspect the hanging bridge in the Royal Gorge
> was the same ...


Jerry Day sent me this info on the bridge between Antonito and Romeo:


July 25, 1916 Authorities for Expenditure:

Between Romeo and Antonito: Removal of 125 ft iron span, and erection of 110 ft steel span to be removed from bridge 205-B, First Division at Bridge 278-D Fourth Division. The present span is too light, and is needed on Silverton narrow gauge line. The 110 ft span is to be released from Bridge 205-B on account of the 2-10-2 engines. Total cost $4.638,00; chargeable to Expenses $3,962.00; chargeable to Road & Equipment; $676,00.



William
aka drgwk37