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Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site Zaborowski singing to hundreds of children
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Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site
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Skew Arch Bridge near the foot of Incline 6
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The skew arch bridge near the base of Incline 6. The bridge, made of local sandstone, stands impressively between the lanes of old route 22.
 
Park volunteers on bicycle tour.
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Park volunteers help with many programs including hikes and bicycle tours.

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Wire Rope

Did You Know?
John A. Roebling of Brooklyn Bridge fame got his business start with the Allegheny Portage Railroad. His wire rope was used on each of the 10 inclines. It also was used for suspension aquaducts on the Mainline Canal.
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Last Updated: April 26, 2010 at 15:01 MST