This possibly could be the cheapest house in Kentucky

It is only  $4000 dollars.  You can’t even by a kia for that amount of money

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Some Information on the Bridge

Few American cities can claim a landmark as distinctive as Cincinnati’s Suspension Bridge. The Covington and Cincinnati Bridge, in 1984 renamed after designer John A. Roebling, and all the while called by locals simply "The Suspension Bridge", has been a symbol of the city since its completion in December of 1866.  Images of the bridge can be seen today in all parts of the city hanging in homes, offices, restaurants, bars, waiting rooms, and as backdrops for the local television news.  More than just a nostalgic decoration, the old bridge remains an important river crossing for thousands of cars and buses each day. The bridge will close in October of 2006 for a year of repairs and repainting, however the bridge is expected to carry vehicular traffic for several more decades.

Cincinnati was the first major city in "The West", or what is today known as the Midwest.  Its 1850 population of 115,435 ranked sixth in the United States, far ahead of St. Louis (77,860) and Chicago (29,963).  Its cross-river neighbors of Covington and Newport were home to 20,000 more residents, and as ferry traffic increased, the necessity of a bridge became apparent.  The 1849 charter issued by the state of Ohio required no piers in the river, a length of 1,400ft., and a deck clearance of 112ft.  By the time construction started in 1856, a revised charter eased the required length to 1,000ft. and height to 100ft.  The ensuing period of construction stretched over a decade, interrupted by financial shortages and the Civil War, during which the city and unfinished bridge were under threat of attack. 

The bridge opened to pedestrians in December 1866, and the 1,057ft. main span was at that time the longest in the world, surpassing the Wheeling, WV suspension bridge (1849).  Not only was the Cincinnati Suspension Bridge the world’s longest, but it was also the first to utilize both vertical suspenders and diagonal stays fanning from either tower.  This advance was next seen on the Brooklyn Bridge (also designed by John Roebling), which surpassed the Cincinnati bridge in length and almost every other statistical category in 1883.

Due to inflation during and after the Civil War, the original iron and oak deck was built as cheaply as possible. In 1894 tracks were laid across the deck but street cars were limited to a "walking" 1.5mph speed limit. Therefore in 1896 a complete rebuilding of the bridge deck was undertaken. While the original deck had been built cheaply, the stone towers were overbuilt and capable of carrying a much heavier load. Therefore a second set of 10.5" main cables, a wider steel truss deck (a four track deck was even briefly considered, with outside tracks curving around the towers), and an extension of the northern approach were included in this project. In order to keep the bridge open and maintain the 100ft. height requirement, the old deck was jacked up several feet on its suspenders while work proceeded above, below, and around it. The new deck was built around the old deck from the towers towards the center, first hung from the new main cables, and then transferred over to the elaborate four cable arrangement seen today. The reconstruction significantly altered the appearance of the bridge, but allowed it to remain useful in the 20th century, with a 30 ton weight limit.

Source:http://www.cincinnati-transit.net/suspension.html

Is this the Most Expensive House in Kentucky?

According to the listing this house is $7.5 million dollars.  I don’t think this is the most expensive Kentucky Real Estate
I reserver that right for some Kentucky Farms.  But this House definitely has some potential.

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From lush bluegrass to the music of the same name, Kentucky is undeniably the bluegrass state. Fortunately, Kentucky real estate prices won’t leave you blue.

Kentucky

When it comes to assumptions, leave yours at the door when considering Kentucky. This state is a hidden gem. From the Appalachian Mountains to the rolling hills covered with horse racing farms, Kentucky has much to offer. In the mountains, you can hike, climb, camp, fish, go rafting and so on. The state is home to the Mammoth Caves, an absolute must see if you get to this part of the country with there underground cathedrals created by Mother Nature. On top of all of this, you can sip famous Kentucky Whiskey, and listen to the vibrant Bluegrass music scene. Kentucky is simple the hidden gem of the southeast.

Louisville

Sitting on the border of Indiana, Louisville is a cosmopolitan city with a hint of influence from the original French settlers. The city has the best city park system in the nation and you’ll find plenty of places to stroll and enjoy yourself. The city also provides plenty of neat little walking areas and outdoor cafes are the name of the game. With the University of Louisville, there is definitely a college lifestyle mixed into the atmosphere of the city.

Louisville is known world wide for two things. The Kentucky Derby is an event unto itself and as many as 500,000 people will descend upon the city for the event. Most of these people will experience the second thing Louisville is known for – Bourbon. If the smokey cool drink is your thing, this is the place.

Lexington

Competing with Louisville is the college town of Lexington. A not so small civil war exists between the two cities when it comes to college basketball games between the University of Kentucky and University of Louisville. You must pick a side and be prepared to defend it. Yes, even if you never attended either school!

Lexington is a college town, but the economy is primarily based on the tobacco industry. Fields. Raising horses is also strong business on the surrounding rolling fields. For architecture, you’ll find collections of antebellum homes in the town as well as surrounding hills for hiking and such. Downtown is no great shakes, but Lexington gets a thumbs up overall.

Kentucky Real Estate

Despite the stunning beauty of the state, Kentucky real estate prices are surprisingly reasonable. A single-family home is in Lexington will costs $210,000 on average while the same home in Louisville will set you back an additional $30,000. Appreciation rates for 2005 were a modest 6 percent on average.

If you’re looking to relocate to a new location, Kentucky is a place to be investigated. The state has a lot more to offer than you may realize.

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