Located on the north side of Stillwater, this through plate girder bridge crosses Minnesota Highway 95 and was constructed in 1967 to replace a similar bridge.
Originally built in 1912 as an 85-foot turntable at Missoula, Montana; the bridge was removed from Missoula in the 1960s and stored at Brainerd, Minnesota for future use. In 1967, the bridge would be reconstructed with a new floor, and installed here on old stone abutments. Wooden trestle spans were also added on each end.
Reusing bridges and turntables was a common technique used by railroads to save money. The railroads could often rebuild or strengthen old spans, saving money on bridges.
Overall, the bridge appears to be in good condition. The bridge is now used by a trail. The author has rated the bridge as being locally significant, due to the common design.
The photo above is an overview.