Alaska Road Commission

Cookman Collection

October 20, 1938

This ground-level oblique view of the up-stream side of Ship Creek bridge under construction shows the pilings, bracing and cross beams in place across the fast- flowing stream. The derrick, or "traveler", sits on the cross beams in foreground ready to place additional heavy beams and planks. Two men are visible working on the deck while a third man works under the derrick in front of the engine that powers the machine. A truck and cat tractor are visible at far right. A thin forest of cottonwood and spruce trees form the middle ground backdrop.

Anchorage, Alaska

Black & White Paper Print, 3-1/4" x 5-3/4"

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