This is the only swing bridge to cross the James River. It was originally constructed in 1851. Back then, each person had to pay 5 cents to cross and 5 cents for every horse, mule or oxen. The bridge was destroyed and rebuilt three times – during the Civil War and after a flood.

The bridge has great views over the James River and the Blue Ridge and Alleghany Mountains.

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Location: Buchanan, Botetourt County, Virginia, United States

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