Bridge of 8 arches

This is a shot of the 8 arch bridge that spans the Neshaminy Creek (you see that name a lot in this blog, don't you?).  This bridge is directly parallel to Rt 263 (York Rd) just north of Middle Bucks Institute of Technology.  I literally stumbled upon this as I was driving around at lunch one day.  This bridge is closed to vehicles, but it's OK to walk across. Behind where I'm standing is a modern, ugly, 4 lane bridge that carries all the traffic.  Those traveling it probably don't know this gem exists.

This google map link below shows the two bridges.  You make a turn off York Rd as if you were entering Big Brothers/Big Sisters, then turn left before you hit their parking lot.  You'll be driving towards the bridge.  Just before the bridge, you can make a left and pull into a parking lot.

James, I finally followed the reflection rule #1 (photo contains a visual reflection).  I tend to get caught up in the moment and neglect that little fact.  For more reflections, visit Newtown Area Photo

Note that all these shots all made use of a circular polarizer, which enhances the blue in the sky. 

Submitted for Sunday Bridges

Wide angle view of the entire bridge.  We had snow the night before, which has enhanced the ice.


Canon EF-S 10-22mm f3.4-3.5 USM lens
10mm Focal Length
Exposure 1/160 sec @ f8.0
ISO 200
Curves adjusted

Here's a closer shot revealing the reflection of the arch in the water a little better. 

Canon EF-S 10-22mm f3.4-3.5 USM lens
10mm Focal Length
Exposure 1/125 sec @ f7.1
ISO 200
Curves adjusted

Here's a shot from the bridge deck. Not all that exciting.


Canon EF-S 10-22mm f3.4-3.5 USM lens
10mm Focal Length
Exposure 1/320 sec @ f11
ISO 200
Curves adjusted

Lastly, a shot of the creek from the bridge.

Canon EF-S 10-22mm f3.4-3.5 USM lens
10mm Focal Length
Exposure 1/125 sec @ f7.1
ISO 200
Curves adjusted