Diagram of large girder for Southbridge Street bridge, Worcester, Massachusetts, 6027-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

ca. 1909

GUSN

GUSN-383290

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Description

The image is a detailed engineering diagram of a large girder intended for the Southbridge Street bridge in Worcester, Massachusetts. The drawing includes labeled dimensions and specifications, arranged in a grid-like pattern with two main sections, each showing detailed internal structural components. Additional smaller sections at the bottom provide side views and cross-sectional details. The diagram features technical notations and annotations specific to the bridge's construction.

Details

Descriptive Terms

diagrams
drawings (visual works)
girders
bridges (built works)
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP012010
B-Series negative 6027-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

Date of Acquisition

1965

Reference Code

PC015.002.630.6027-B

Places

Worcester (Worcester county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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