Suspension Brg, Downtown

The John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge was officially completed in 1867. At the time, it was the longest suspension bridge in the world. The bridge was built by John A. Roebling, who was also responsible for the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge in New York. The Suspension Bridge is open to both pedestrian and auto traffic, so is a convenient way to get to either side of the river. It is a non-interstate road, but still sees a lot of traffic. The Cincinnati side approach falls between Walnut Street and Rosa Parks Street right behind the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. It also lies in between Great American Ballpark where the Cincinnati Reds play, and Paul Brown Stadium, where the Cincinnati Bengals play. The Suspension Bridge was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.