The Haunting Screams of a Ghostly Legend

A black and white photo of a road leading under a bridge. The spandrel arch bridge is surrounded by trees

Perhaps the most chilling legend of the bridge is that of a young woman who was walking along the tracks to take her sick baby to the doctor. Some say that she slipped and dropped her baby over the edge while others say she jumped to avoid the approaching train. Still today, locals claim you can hear her weeping over her dead child.

Black and white filtered photo of the bridge currently — *The historic bridge is still in use today.*

A side view of the bridge and road — *Locals advise that you honk to drown out the screams and sobs of the deceased. Others suggest that you hold your breath as to not breathe in the spirits*.

In a suburb 30 minutes from Indianapolis stands a seemingly unremarkable bridge designed by W. M. Dunne in 1906. However, any local will reveal a more sinister narrative about Avon’s Haunted Bridge.

There are many legends surrounding this landmark: a worker drowned in the wet cement, four workers fell into the creek during construction, or one of a mother taking her sick baby to the doctor. Today, the bridge is a site for graffiti, teenage deviance, and town pride.

A side view of the bride with the creek below — One legend states that Irish immigrant workers fell to their deaths in the river. Some say when you pass by, you can still hear the splashing.

A view of the bridge from below on the street — One legend states that Irish immigrant workers fell to their deaths in the river. Some say when you pass by, you can still hear the splashing.

No matter which legend they believe, locals agree on this: when you drive under it, hold your breath and honk.

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By Hannah BartonOctober 8, 2023architecture, fall 2023, local history, PH Wild