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Gordon's Ferry

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Gordon's Ferry is both a geographical location and a historic site in Bakersfield, California. It is located where China Grade Loop crosses the Kern River and meets with Alfred Harrell Highway in Northeast Bakersfield. It is named after a ferry that used to cross the river near the existing bridge. It was one of the only eastern crossings, until 1877, when the Jewett Avenue bridge was constructed farther west.History . Panorama Vista Preserve. Accessed: 04-11-2011. It is California Historical Landmark #137. Read more on Wikipedia

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