Tunkhannock Viaduct

off US Route 11
Nicholson, PA 18446
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Completed in 1915, the Tunkhannock Viaduct stretches 2,375 feet long, and towers 240 feet above the town of Nicholson. The bridge eliminated three miles of steep grades on the Lackawanna Railroad, and remains in use today for freight traffic.

Directions: A pull off lot and small park are just south of Nicholson on US Route 11.

Recommended Ages: Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors

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Although most pictures may leave you wondering what the big deal is, standing near the base of this viaduct and realizing the sheer size of the structure compared to its surroundings will explain why this was deemed the 'Eighth Wonder of the World' when it was completed. The bridge is a true marvel in engineering, especially when you consider it was built nearly one hundred years ago, and is still in use today.