Fred Schwengel Memorial Bridge, Road bridge spanning Mississippi River between Le Claire and Rapids City, United States.
The Interstate 80 bridge extends 3,483 feet across the Mississippi River with four traffic lanes and steel girder construction.
Opening in October 1966, this bridge became essential infrastructure for connecting Illinois and Iowa through the Interstate Highway System.
The bridge bears the name of Fred Schwengel, a United States Representative who supported transportation development in the Midwest region.
More than 33,500 vehicles cross this bridge daily, making it a critical transportation link between the states of Illinois and Iowa.
A proposed 304.5 million dollar project plans to transform this crossing into a dual-span structure with dedicated paths for cyclists and pedestrians.
Location: Illinois
Location: Iowa
Inception: October 27, 1966
Official opening: October 27, 1966
GPS coordinates: 41.58030,-90.36500
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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