Arthur J. DiTommaso Memorial Bridge

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The Arthur J. DiTommaso Memorial Bridge in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, crossing the MBTA tracks. Arthur J DiTommaso Memorial Bridge.jpg
The Arthur J. DiTommaso Memorial Bridge in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, crossing the MBTA tracks.

The 5th street bridge, also known as the Arthur J. DiTommaso Memorial Bridge, [1] is a cable stayed bridge in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. It crosses the North Nashua River and the Fitchburg Line of the MBTA Commuter Rail.

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References

  1. "1996 Chapter 0179. An Act Designating Certain Bridge In The City Of Fitchburg As The Arthur J. Ditommaso Memorial Bridge". State Library of Massachusetts. Massachusetts. Retrieved 2016-02-11.

Coordinates: 42°34′32″N71°47′16″W / 42.5755°N 71.7878°W / 42.5755; -71.7878