This bridge was the Soo Line crossing of the Wisconsin River in Stevens Point.
It was built in 1914 as a three span, 7 panel riveted Parker Through Truss on concrete substructures. It replaced an older Parker Through Truss with pinned connections.
In 2012, it was rehabilitated. The portals were strengthened, beams and chords were rebuilt, and the connections rebuilt.
Currently, the bridge sits on concrete substructures. The rehabilitation reduced the significance of this bridge considerably.
Overall, the bridge remains in good conditions. Recent repairs have brought the bridge back to high strength.
The author has ranked this bridge as being moderately significant, due to the common design.
Today, this bridge is still a favorite location of photographers. The photo above is an overview from the west bank.
Upstream | Knowlton Rail Bridge |
Downstream (West Channel) | New Page Paper Mill Bridge |
Downstream (East Channel) | Wisconsin Rapids Rail Bridge |