0:44 - This Highbridge ramp was built in the late 1940's and was designed to allow traffic exiting the old Eastbound W178th St. tunnel (now defunct) to direct traffic to the Washington Bridge (181St Br) to cross the Harlem River, and existed as pictured up to a year or so ago, and has since been demolished and rebuilt using modern prefabricated steel box-frame construction. The cylindrical supports were re-used, and almost all of them now support the new ramp.
As I like to tell people I was born and raised in the South, ...South Bronx! I really liked this video, I was born and raised just a 1/4 mile east of where the Sheridan come in, at Rosedale and the Cross Bronx Exprwy. The house is still there and there is now a gas station which was an empty lot when I was growing up.
Do you take these road trips often? If so, do you need company? I be glad to tour the "old Neighborhood". Let me know.
Regarding those supports for ramps that aren't there - the ramps were never there. As I understand it, those supports were for part of the interchange that was never built, because the road it was to connect with - the Sheridan Expressway north of the Cross Bronx - was never built.
I got a serious question. Why is the cross considered such a holy symbol just because Jesus died on it, when the long history of the cross repesented a old traditional method of execution for hundreds of thounsands of criminals? Remember, according to the scripture, two criminals were hung on the cross next to jesus. Is the cross a dark holy symbol or totally misleading? Also, why did the ku klux klan burn the cross. I need serious answers.
2:35 -- If you look closely, you can see all the poor people that Robert Moses swept out of the way so that wealthy suburbanites could have a shorter commute.
Hey, man. Thanks for the behind the scenes look at the CBE. Having driven over it for years, I have always been fascinated by Moses ramming it thru in the 40's and 50's. I have always felt bad for the neighborhood people., however. I love looking for old, abandoned parts of highways and railroads, and this stuff is cool. Thanks.
You seem to have like the fact that the dividers are safe, Are you saying these steel dividers are safe or not? Why is it bad section of "elevated highway?"
You seem to have like the fact that the dividers are safe, Are you saying these steel dividers are safe or not? Why is it bad section of "elevated highway?"
Very interesting study. I'm up here North of Boston and we have some curious structures as well. I feel inspired, and may respond with a similar look at some of the Boston highways. Good stuff!
Like watching the Barret Jackson and Mecum from time to time. Appreciate the death defying effort in getting these shots. Interesting about the steel divider. I'll feel a little safer now on that section despite the curves, potholes, narrow lanes and crazier NY drivers :)
Wish you luck getting into and out of that "parkland" alive. Shame it's not in some way open to the public and the river is disregarded. That area could use some green space.
The original roads may be drenched in local color, but let's face it pal, they're dangerous as all get out. Give me a modern highway with a sound roadbed and good sight lines any day.
Great clear photos. What model camera were you using? I get blurred pics when I am taking moving shots.
dmxdave12 1 week ago
The entire bronx river section is now one giant park.
TheSupercat2468 1 month ago
this is useful information
frzre27 2 months ago
Its nice to see that there some people who still do things old school!
mackdetroit4life 2 months ago
0:44 - This Highbridge ramp was built in the late 1940's and was designed to allow traffic exiting the old Eastbound W178th St. tunnel (now defunct) to direct traffic to the Washington Bridge (181St Br) to cross the Harlem River, and existed as pictured up to a year or so ago, and has since been demolished and rebuilt using modern prefabricated steel box-frame construction. The cylindrical supports were re-used, and almost all of them now support the new ramp.
musicom67 3 months ago
bad people hanging out down there,but you were down there.your vids are the best
lousteven 3 months ago in playlist Favorite videos
beautiful video.glad to see someone that appreciates old school
lousteven 3 months ago
As I like to tell people I was born and raised in the South, ...South Bronx! I really liked this video, I was born and raised just a 1/4 mile east of where the Sheridan come in, at Rosedale and the Cross Bronx Exprwy. The house is still there and there is now a gas station which was an empty lot when I was growing up.
Do you take these road trips often? If so, do you need company? I be glad to tour the "old Neighborhood". Let me know.
Richardofdanbury 3 months ago
Regarding those supports for ramps that aren't there - the ramps were never there. As I understand it, those supports were for part of the interchange that was never built, because the road it was to connect with - the Sheridan Expressway north of the Cross Bronx - was never built.
bxdanny 7 months ago in playlist Interstates and Highways
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I got a serious question. Why is the cross considered such a holy symbol just because Jesus died on it, when the long history of the cross repesented a old traditional method of execution for hundreds of thounsands of criminals? Remember, according to the scripture, two criminals were hung on the cross next to jesus. Is the cross a dark holy symbol or totally misleading? Also, why did the ku klux klan burn the cross. I need serious answers.
360gooden 8 months ago
2:35 -- If you look closely, you can see all the poor people that Robert Moses swept out of the way so that wealthy suburbanites could have a shorter commute.
myrecordcollection 11 months ago
hey great stuff!.....we really need RM today.....very tough getting important stuff built.
jprevete 11 months ago
Hey, man. Thanks for the behind the scenes look at the CBE. Having driven over it for years, I have always been fascinated by Moses ramming it thru in the 40's and 50's. I have always felt bad for the neighborhood people., however. I love looking for old, abandoned parts of highways and railroads, and this stuff is cool. Thanks.
markartusio 1 year ago
i love your italian accent! a real new yorke...
jajogluck 1 year ago
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You seem to have like the fact that the dividers are safe, Are you saying these steel dividers are safe or not? Why is it bad section of "elevated highway?"
UptownChamps 1 year ago
You seem to have like the fact that the dividers are safe, Are you saying these steel dividers are safe or not? Why is it bad section of "elevated highway?"
UptownChamps 1 year ago
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mrduky 1 year ago
wow very interesting i live right on exit rosedale ave now i know my history wow
RPbachata 1 year ago
Very interesting study. I'm up here North of Boston and we have some curious structures as well. I feel inspired, and may respond with a similar look at some of the Boston highways. Good stuff!
captainbedworthy 2 years ago
Great Video!
dvharris75 2 years ago
Like watching the Barret Jackson and Mecum from time to time. Appreciate the death defying effort in getting these shots. Interesting about the steel divider. I'll feel a little safer now on that section despite the curves, potholes, narrow lanes and crazier NY drivers :)
Wish you luck getting into and out of that "parkland" alive. Shame it's not in some way open to the public and the river is disregarded. That area could use some green space.
farnk 2 years ago
The original roads may be drenched in local color, but let's face it pal, they're dangerous as all get out. Give me a modern highway with a sound roadbed and good sight lines any day.
fschifano 2 years ago
nice vid sir
djreggiehightzfm 2 years ago
@djreggiehightzfm stop trying to look smart my saying sir.
67tr876 1 year ago
@67tr876 GO GET A LIFE
djreggiehightzfm 1 year ago
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@djreggiehightzfm Grow up man
67tr876 1 year ago
thank you for that wonderful lesson.
videogamer54 2 years ago
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