Bridge Builders Biography Chapter 4

Public Landmarks

Today, Franklin County is home to some of Ohio’s most unique bridges. Their designs reflect the historical advancement of civil engineering and construction technologies to meet the region’s diverse travel, environmental and civic planning requirements. Many of these structures have attained “public landmark” stature and are revered for both their usefulness and aesthetic appearance.

The following entries in our Bridge Builders Biography tell the stories of these important structures. (Lane Avenue Bridge painting by Mark Sherman)