[SEL] 3 Lunger lifts/lowers bridge

[Richard Strobel]

Howdy all;
   Just got back from a fine family re-union in N.E. Montana.  On the return 
trip we had to stop and gaze at the mighty "Snowden Bridge" constructed 1916 
by the Great Northern Railway to span the Missouri for rail and auto 
traffic, plus lift for the river boats.  This is one of the few vertical 
lift span Bridges left and is in use today, but only by the trains.

   Counterweights are 350 ton each and I believe the engine might be a kero 
Buda..please correct me if I'm wrong.

  Located near Fairview, Mt. in the eastern portion, it is a definite well 
kept secret.

  A fine example of "Whad They Use'm For."

  Photo's at:

  http://community.webshots.com/myphotos?action=viewAllPhotos&albumID=551997585&security=VLVAlo

  Hope you enjoy

  RickinMt.