[snfenoc]

If you have not seen Part 1 (http://forum.skyscraperpage.com/showthread.php?t=136059) of this “amazing” series, go there first.

Again, ALL IMAGES WERE TAKEN BY ME.


Part 2


Time to leave the depressing perch above the former Towers site and enjoy a good walk. When I’m depressed about Sacramento’s lack of skyscrapers, you know what I do?? That’s right. Head over to West Sacramento…

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In order to do that, I must cross the Sacramento River. I’ll take the Tower Bridge.

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As I get closer, the Tower Bridge looms.

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And it looms some more
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Look! More looming

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What the Hell!?

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I was almost hit. Damn trains. (Did you see that Hippie moron riding beside the train? Idiot.)

Yes, I’m finally about to cross.

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You might be thinking, “Why so much focus on one structure?”

Well, I like it. That’s why. It just looks cool. Got a problem with that, bucko???

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It's just a great bridge.

While crossing, I ponder some very heavy thoughts. I mean, I’m 27 (that’s like nearly geriatric) and I am heading west over a river. Wow, the existential angst is flowing through me. Just kidding. No. Actually, I’m pondering the things I’d like to do to the bikini babe floating below me.

Oh look! A close-up of the Ziggurat.

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Well, that was nice. I think I’ll head back to Sacramento now. This time I’ll use the I Street Bridge. But I want to have another look at bridge greatness.

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Awesome!

OK, I could cross the bridge on the lower deck.

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However, I see a train on the other side (trust me, it's there), so I’ll take the stairs up to the upper “street” deck.

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Yeah, those look inviting.

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Strike that. They look REALLY inviting.

Now, the I Street Bridge is a little old. Its signs have not been changed in a while.

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(I see you, Vader)

Plus, it’s really narrow with lots of cars speeding through it, and the wind is 3 times as strong over the river. This should be fun to cross.

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Paint that damn bridge!!

Despite its problems, the I Street Bridge offers some pretty awesome views.

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Oh look at that (the Sacramento Water Intake Facility).

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I’ll be heading there next.

The Sacramento Water Intake Facility is on the bike trail, which is not easy access (safely) from the I Street Bridge, so I’ll walk a few extra steps and go through Old Sac.

Ahhhhhhhhh! Another train!!

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Oh, it’s just a picture.

OK, time to walk down the trail

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Whoa!! I was just on that thing.

Damn, what a walk! But I’m almost there.

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Awesome! It’s open.

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I really enjoy the Intake Facility. It’s a great place to watch boats.

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Watch people.

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Or just relax and stare out into nowhere.

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On that note, I will end Part 2 of my tour. Stay tuned for Part 3

[ltsmotorsport]

Love the different angles. :tup:

[ady26]

Lovely city!

[peanut gallery]

Great tour! I love the commentary. Very entertaining.

[peanut gallery]

I almost forgot. Where are the shots of the bikini babe?

[andrews]

That is a nice river, It looks pretty clean!

[stepper77]

I love Sacramento! And I was on that same bridge (with the railroad) taking very similar picturesa while back. I haven't managed to get them up here though. Thanks so much for the photos.

[innov8]

Venturing over to the West side Steve :yes: I like the rusty I Street bridge,
it adds some old charm to the river.

Good stuff... and I look forward to more threads like this with your new camera :tup: