How to cross the bridge on the Red Bridge Road?

Located in Linn County, in the US state of Iowa, the bridge on the Red Bridge Road is one of the most spectacular bridges in the world.

Bridge on Red Bridge Road

How long is the bridge on the Red Bridge Road?

Located within the Rehrauer Natural Area, this wooden bridge is 102 ft long and crosses the Buffalo Creek. The bridge is traversed by the gravel Red Bridge Road.

When was the bridge on the Red Bridge Road built? 

It was built around 1900 and rehabilitated in 1988. The deck had numerous small holes and a handful of patches made from street signs. Driving across is a bit creepy as the weight limit is 10Tn.
Pic: King Hawk Fan

 

 

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