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Herrs Island

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loops around the island, offering a crushed-gravel pedestrian path with several scenic overlooks of the Allegheny River.
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is a (partially disused) bridge that connects with the island. The photo was taken from the island itself.
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Since 1987, the island and piers have hosted the starting point for the annual
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crew race. The Three Rivers Rowing Association also maintains their
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Sub-neighborhood in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States
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The northern portion of Herrs Island contains a small park with
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As a result of the industrial activity, Herrs Island was a
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Redeveloped ports and waterfronts in the United States
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Sub-neighborhood
Herrs Island from the 31st Street Bridge, with Downtown in the distance.
31st Street Bridge
Herrs Island is located in Pittsburgh neighborhoods
40°28′00″N 79°58′30″W / 40.4667°N 79.975°W / 40.4667; -79.975
United States
Pennsylvania
Allegheny County
Pittsburgh
Allegheny River
Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
Troy Hill

33rd Street Railroad Bridge
brownfield site
urban redevelopment
mixed-use community
townhomes
business parks
marina
Three Rivers Rowing Association
Western Pennsylvania Conservancy
tennis courts
Three Rivers Heritage Trail
Head of the Ohio
boathouses


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