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DM&E Whitewater River Bridge #7

Through Girder Bridge over S. Fork Whitewater River
Near Dover, Olmsted County, Minnesota

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Name DM&E Whitewater River Bridge #8
Built By Chicago & North Western Railway
Contractor Unknown
Currently Owned By Dakota, Minnesota & Eastern Railway
Length 72 Feet Total
Width 1 Track
Height Above Ground 10 Feet (Estimated)
Superstructure Type Through Plate Girder
Substructure Type Concrete
Date Built 1919
Traffic Count 5 Trains/Day (Estimated)
Current Status In Use
DM&E Bridge Number M-87
Significance Local Significance


This simple through girder bridge crosses the Whitewater River near the town of Dover.
The bridge is a single span through girder, resting on stone abutments. However, both abutments have been encased in concrete.
Unfortunately, the bridge is surrounded by private property and only a few photos were able to be taken. I am hoping to get back here soon.

The author has rated the structure as being locally significant, because it is a very common design through this area.

The photo above is an overview looking west along the bridge.

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Build Date Dakota, Minnesota & Eastern Bridge Records
Railroad Line History Source ICC Valuation Information, Compiled by Richard S. Steele