Willimantic Footbridge
The Willimantic Footbridge is a pedestrian bridge in the Willimantic section of Windham, Connecticut. Built in 1906, it extends from Main Street southward, across Riverside Drive, railroad tracks, and the Willimantic River, connecting downtown Willimantic to the residential area south of the river. It is one of a small number of pedestrian bridges built in the early 20th century to survive in the state. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.
Willimantic Footbridge | |
Willimantic Footbridge in August 2013 | |
| Location | Railroad Street, Willimantic, Connecticut |
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| Coordinates | 41°42′42″N 72°12′49″W |
| Built | 1906 |
| Architect | Owego Bridge Company |
| Architectural style | Steel truss footbridge |
| Part of | Main Street Historic District (ID82004410) |
| NRHP reference No. | 79002654 |
| Significant dates | |
| Added to NRHP | April 19, 1979 |
| Designated CP | June 29, 1982 |
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