Completed in 1977, the New River Gorge Bridge ranks as the third-highest bridge in the U.S. and the longest single-arch bridge in the Western Hemisphere. Built with 22,000 tons of structural steel, it towers 876 feet above the New River and spans 3,030 feet across the gorge. Capture stunning views from the overlooks behind the Canyon Rim Visitor Center or experience it up close on a guided Bridgewalk tour.On Bridge Day—the annual festival held the third Saturday in October—the bridge welcomes pe
Historic Bridge House – A Legacy of Craftsmanship Built around 1858 by celebrated African‑American bridge builder Horace King, the Bridge House was commissioned by Albany’s founder, Nelson Tift. King’s design ingeniously funneled river traffic through the building, allowing tolls to be collected at a dedicated office. From Blacksmith to Automotive Hub In 1915 the structure became P.A. Keenan’s Empire Smithing Company, a blacksmith, wheelwright, and general repair shop. After World War I, the
