The Big Four bridge north approach at the 27 January 1937 crest of the Ohio River,
showing the severe inundation of Jeffersonville and the damage to all rail lines.
The freight cars on the bridge were placed there to give the bridge increased
weight, and, hopefully, increase resistance to the swirling waters below.
In effect, the ploy worked -- the bridge remained intact as did its approaches.
Photo Credit: 113th Observation Squadron, Indiana National Guard