Northern Pacific-BNSF Minneapolis Rail Bridge, Railway bridge in Minneapolis, United States
The Northern Pacific-BNSF Minneapolis Rail Bridge combines plate girder and truss designs across the Mississippi River with seven plate girder spans and one through-truss span.
Built by Northern Pacific Railway in 1884, the bridge initially featured five through-trusses before undergoing major modifications in 1927 to incorporate nine plate-girder spans.
The bridge represents the evolution of railway infrastructure in Minneapolis, connecting industries north of downtown to the broader BNSF Railway network.
The structure extends 821 feet in length and provides 27 feet of clearance underneath, maintaining sufficient space for river navigation and transportation needs.
A significant 1963 modification removed two girder spans and three regular piers to create a Warren truss span over the main channel, requiring two years of construction.
Location: Minneapolis
Official opening: 1884
GPS coordinates: 45.00440,-93.27440
Latest update: March 7, 2025 19:00
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