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The hills around Pittsburgh were
once lined with inclines of various sizes and shapes. These were once
the most convenient way to get from the top of the surrounding hills to
the city, and back up. There were inclines for pedestrian traffic, wagons
and vehicles, and some larger ones for coal and heavy cargo.
The Duquesne Incline, built in 1877,
is one of only two inclines remaining. The incline was originally built for
cargo only, but added passenger service in the early 1900s. By 1962, the
incline was in need of major repair and was closed. Duquesne Heights
residents raised the necessary funds for the repair, and the incline was
reopened in July, 1963. The Society for the Preservation of the Duquesne Heights
Incline was established
to oversee operation of the incline. It has since been totally refurbished,
and along with the Monongahela Incline is a scenic throwback to the old
days. Wikipedia: Duquesne Incline. |
