Below is Info and a photo of
The Bullman Bridge ( Bowstring ) in Hamilton, county, Texas graciously
provided by Jim & Lou Kinsey (kinsey@htcomp.net).
It is part of an article they are doing for www.TexasEscapes.com
which should be published shortly.
The Bullman
Bridge in Hamilton County, Texas – (85 feet) – Erected in 1884
built by the King Bridge Company
This is the most complete and substantial of the remaining bowstrings in Texas. contracted by the
King Bridge Company for the County in 1884. Located on the old Waco-Hamilton road
(now Hamilton County Road 301 ) at the Leon river, this bridge is included in the
State transportation enhancement program and will be a feature in
Pecan Creek Park in Hamilton, Tx., when it is moved in the future