Hazen Bridge

Hazen Bridge is a road bridge crossing the Sangamon River in Champaign County, Illinois. The structure spans the water with multiple sections, with one main central span that forms the bridge's distinctive truss design.

The bridge was built in the 1890s during a period when steel construction transformed transportation across Illinois. Its inclusion in the national register reflects its role in documenting regional infrastructure development.

The structure received recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994, preserving its contribution to American transportation engineering.

The bridge provides passage for pedestrians and cyclists along with vehicle traffic across the river. Access is straightforward and the crossing remains in active use for daily travel.

The bridge takes its name from the Hazen family who owned adjacent land and stands near the historical Shiloh Church crossing point.

Location: Champaign County

Official opening: 1893

GPS coordinates: 40.25280,-88.38330

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:41