Category: Locations
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Major Update on Pudden/Esch’s Spur Bridge
Plans are apparently underway to replace the historic Pudden/Esch’s Spur Bridge. Reports are also being floated that there may be plans in the future to replace Cowley’s Rock Creek stone bridge as well.
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Dexter: Cowley’s Stone Bridge Capital
Dexter is an area in Cowley County with a strong stone bridge heritage, many such structures remaining. Couple this with the local candy company and beautiful scenery, and the Dexter area is well worth touring.
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The Story of the Clements Bridge: Part 3
The Clements Bridge in Chase County, Kansas, is a historic landmark open to foot traffic. Unfortunately, as shown in this post, it needs repaired to ensure long-term stability.
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The Story of the Clements Bridge: Part 2
The double-arch Clements Bridge in Chase County is arguably the most famous bridge in Kansas. In this post, the details of the construction of the bridge are described.
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The Story of the Clements Bridge: Part 1
The famous double-arch Clements Bridge in Chase County, Kansas, has an unusual history. In this post, the events leading up to the erection of this bridge are described.
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More on the Dexter Township Culverts
We recently found another stone arch bridge near Dexter, Cowley County, Kansas. We also learned more about the design of some of the other Dexter Township stone culverts.
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The Floral Bridge
The Floral Bridge in Cowley County, Kansas, is a large stone bridge built by Walter Sharp spanning Timber Creek. Interesting comments about it were made when it was completed.
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Butler’s Three Walnut River Bridges
Butler County, Kansas, has many stone arch bridges. In this post, we discuss three of the most fascinating of Butler’s stone bridges, which span the Walnut River near Cassoday.
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Esch’s Spur Bridge: Its Legacy
Due to recent concerns over the possible demolition of the Esch’s Spur Bridge, we are publishing this article on what makes this Cowley County bridge unique and whether it can be fixed.
Stone Arch Bridges 