Stuff That's Gone: Coraopolis Bridge

Rick Sebak takes a look at the Coraopolis Bridge (formerly Sixth Street Bridge) in Pittsburgh including its demolition in 1994 and the Inclines (funiculars). Check out wqed.org/shop for the DVD.

[@rayinpau.s.a.6351]

I have had the pleasure of meeting Rick several times . He and his crew filmed myself and my Girlfriend at the Meadows during an antique show . its nice to hear his voice again!

[@georgehimon1445]

Thanks Rick ,the 1870s those inclines were built ,wow they are 150years old amazing video.🙂

[@auntielizardlips]

I lived on one of the hillsides in Coraopolis, although technically the house was in Moon and the driveway in Coraopolis and I could see the bridge from my bedroom window, and that train's whistle could be heard at all hours. I watched the bridge being blown to bits and I also watched them put the new bridge together without ever leaving my house. The worst part of the bridge being blown up was not being able to get to the Neville roller rink until the bridge was up and running.

[@TrentMyler]

I Know About Mister Rogers Is Originally From Pittsburgh, PA

[@homebuiltindoorplane]

really fantastic thank you! Just amazing

[@thomasschwarting5108]

LOVED IT!! All the old stuff!!

[@VardaMeyersEpstein]

This was an AWESOME clip for this expat Pittsburgher. I watched all the way through to the credits because even the accent shrieks HOME to me.

[@sheltiepaws1]

Home sweet home, thamkyou for posting

[@snickpickle]

Duluth, MN used to have an incline railway. Alas, it was not saved. There was also a railroad bridge connecting Duluth, MN with Superior, WI that was declared redundant. It, too, was blown up. :-(

[@sheltiepaws1]

Hi Deb, This is the area Lou grew up in, Coraopolis is a 1 min. drive from Glenwillard. Enjoy Love ya Mare

[@RosyB9]

A shame about the bridge's demolition! But a good video nonetheless.

[@Wa3ypx]

@czipa2008 I stole it in 61 but gave it back cuz I felt guilty!