2024-10-30T23:30:20-04:00 https://archinect.com/news/article/150452211/sn-hetta-and-sbp-to-replace-120-year-old-bridge-across-new-york-gorge Niall Patrick Walsh 2024-10-29T15:34:00-04:00 >2024-10-30T13:53:42-04:00 <img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/bc/bcc2a29f3c752a6827b5739e249513e5.jpeg?fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1200" border="0" /><p>The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) has unveiled the design of the new Sentry Bridge at Watkins Glen State Park, designed by <a href="https://archinect.com/schlaich.bergermann.partner" target="_blank">schlaich bergermann partner</a> (sbp) and <a href="https://archinect.com/snohetta" target="_blank">Sn&oslash;hetta</a>. Set to replace a 1908 concrete arch bridge, the new structure reflects over a century of pedestrian infrastructure, from tunnels to lookouts, along the popular Gorge Trail.</p> <p>This redesigned Sentry Bridge maintains a connection to the original arch structure while offering a modern, lightweight aesthetic. Stretching 46 feet, the <a href="https://archinect.com/news/tag/2899/bridge" target="_blank">bridge&rsquo;s</a> stainless-steel construction is anchored by the stronger rock face on the gorge&rsquo;s north side, with a half-arch design that subtly disappears behind the rocks, inviting visitors into the scenic Gorge Trail. Materials including stainless steel, bronze, concrete, wood, and local stone seek to highlight both craftsmanship and durability, embracing the elements to become part of the gorge&rsquo;s natural and historical landscape.</p> <figure><figure><a href="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/05/0533ebc9e677d962de9fd087079ecf85.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&amp;enlarge=true&amp;w=1028" target="_blank"><img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/05/0533ebc9e677d962de9fd087079ecf85.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&amp;enlarge=true&amp;w=514"></a><figcaption>Image credit: schl...</figcaption></figure></figure>