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Catenary Curve Wayside

looking at the north leg of the Arch behind a green lawn with a sign with exhibit text on it
Catenary curve wayside and tactile map

NPS photo/Jennifer Clark

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This wayside exhibit discusses the importance of the catenary curve in the design of the Gateway Arch and the curves echoed in the landscape design. It also includes a tactile map the groups and a tactible exhibit of the shape of the Gateway Arch and a catenary curve. 

Gateway Arch National Park

Last updated: April 15, 2021