This historic bridge in North Carolina carries many a story that has been passed down over the years. Crossing the railroad tracks connecting North and South Main streets at Providence Street, the Waxhaw Railroad Bridge was built in about 1888. The rustic truss structure was made from large wooden timbers and is accessible by stairs on both sides. The bridge is owned by CSX Railroad Co., which partnered with the Town of Waxhaw in 2007 for renovations. Cars once crossed the bridge until about 1940 when it was designated for pedestrian use only.

Waxhaw Historic District is on the country's National Register of Historic Places with 93 contributing buildings and other structures.
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Waxhaw's History/Facebook
The district was developed between about 1888 and 1940 with gorgeous examples of classic architecture.
Today the preservation remains through the efforts of the people who find it important.
Waxhaw's History/Facebook
Some of those places include the warehouse (c. 1920) at the corner of McDonald and Hicks Streets; Waxhaw United Methodist Church (c. 1928), 200 McDonald St; and the Hugh Wilson Broome House (c. 1890), 400 W. N. Main St.
And the Waxhaw Railroad Bridge, also known as the Overhead Bridge (c. 1888), still spans the former Seaboard Coast Line.
Museum of the Waxhaws
Deteriorated pieces have been replaced over the years, but the bridge's original form is intact.
The bridge goes from one side of the town, with historic architecture showcased in homes and buildings to a more developed part of downtown.
Town of Waxhaw
It is still an interesting way to cross the tracks, and fortunately, restaurants with delicious food are featured on both sides.

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What we see below from this historic bridge in North Carolina has changed over the years, such as this Aug. 12, 1970 photo.
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Waxhaw's History/Facebook
A crowd gathered to watch the train carrying nerve gas.
And today, be sure to cover your ears as you look below and watch the trains go by.
Norma W/Tripadvisor
Folks come from miles around to experience a moment on the Waxhaw Railroad Bridge memorializing the town's past.
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Waxhaw's History/Facebook
And it's one of the best perches in town to watch the local Christmas parade.
Waxhaw's History/Facebook

This historic bridge in North Carolina has a story to tell which you can find on the Museum of the Waxhaws website. While in Waxhaw, visit the Museum of the Alphabet which highlights alphabet makers and writing systems from their early beginnings. And plan on spending the night in a Vrbo to explore more of this charming town.

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