FAQ’S

Questions we frequently get asked or better known as Frequently Asked Question or faq’s or FAQ’s

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[su_spoiler title=”Are Public Restrooms Available?” style=”fancy”] NO, there are no restroom facilities on-site except during special events [/su_spoiler]
[su_spoiler title=”Is The Old Railroad Bridge a part of the Alabama State Park System?” style=”fancy”] No, The Old Railroad Bridge is not a part of the Alabama State Park System and at this time is not affiliated with any governmental agency. [/su_spoiler]
[su_spoiler title=”What is The Old Railroad Bridge?” style=”fancy”] The original bridge opened in 1839 as a toll bridge with trains crossing on the upper deck while wagons, pedestrians and livestock crossed over the bottom.  Today, the pedestrian bridge provides a venue for special events and a beautiful view of the Tennessee River and Pickwick Lake.  Adjacent to the bridge, access several miles of walking, jogging trails on the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) Reservation.[/su_spoiler]
[su_spoiler title=”How long is the Old Railroad Bridge?” style=”fancy”] This pedestrian bridge is 1,580 feet long and 14 feet high, offering a beautiful view of the Tennessee River [/su_spoiler]
[su_spoiler title=”Is there an admission charge?” style=”fancy”]  There is no admission charge for casual use[/su_spoiler]
[su_spoiler title=”When is The Old Railroad Bridge open and when can it be accessed?” style=”fancy”]  The Old Railroad Bridge is open from 6:00 am until 9:00 pm according to the Sheffield City Ordinance  [/su_spoiler]
[su_spoiler title=”Is the upper level open to public access?” style=”fancy”] No, the upper level is closed to the public.  Anyone caught on the upper level will be charged with trespassing [/su_spoiler]
[su_spoiler title=”Are there ghosts on the bridge?” style=”fancy”] While there has been no verifiable sightings of ghosts on the bridge, there have been reports of people hearing the rumble of train wheels on the overhead rails [/su_spoiler]
[su_spoiler title=” I visited The Old Railroad Bridge years ago, nothing changes, so why should I visit the bridge again?” style=”fancy”] While the bridge stays pretty much the same, the surrounding views are constantly in change.  With a breathtaking view of the Tennessee River and views of both the north and south banks of the river, it offers fantastic city skylines and forested areas [/su_spoiler]
[su_spoiler title=” Is The Old Railroad Bridge handicap-accessible?” style=”fancy”] Yes, however, there is an incline down to the bridge portal that should be taken into consideration [/su_spoiler]
[su_spoiler title=”Who owns The Old Railroad Bridge?” style=”fancy”]  The Old Railroad Bridge Co., Inc. which  is a 501(3)(c) corporation whose primary objective is the care and preservation of the old railroad bridge. [/su_spoiler]

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