This bridge is another highly significant and scenic structure crossing the Root River on the Root River Trail.
Built in 1910, the bridge reused span #1 of the 1888 Des Moines River Bridge between Madrid and Woodward, Iowa. Span #2 was reused as the westernmost span at Clairemont Avenue Rail BridgeEau Claire, Wisconsin, while span #3 was reused at Bridge #AA-930, Grand River; Mobridge, South Dakota. That span was replaced in approximately 1961. An additional girder span from the 1888 bridge was reused at Chaska, Minnesota.
Historic photo of the bridge
Currently, the bridge consists of a single 135' pin connected Warren Through Truss span, set onto stone and concrete substructures.
Overall, the bridge appears to be in good condition.
The author has ranked this bridge as regionally significant, due to the old age and relocation history.
The photo above is looking east across the structure. Overview shots of this bridge prove to be a challenge, and often end in wide angles.
| Upstream | Root River Trail Bridge #2 |
| Downstream | Lanesboro Trail Bridge (E) |