Plymouth Avenue Bridge

Plymouth Avenue Bridge is a concrete structure spanning the Mississippi River with separate lanes for vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians. The design features reinforced steel and post-tensioned concrete to resist corrosion from road salt and weathering.

The original iron truss bridge closed in 1981 due to severe corrosion damage. A new concrete structure replaced it and opened to traffic in 1983.

The bridge links two different neighborhoods and serves as a daily crossing for residents moving through the city. It is a place where people walk, cycle, or drive while enjoying views of the river below.

The bridge is accessible to vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists with designated lanes for each group. Visitors should expect variable weather conditions and exercise care when crossing at any time of year.

This was the first bridge in Minnesota to use segmental concrete construction with a form traveler system during building. This method allowed workers to build the structure without blocking river navigation and boat traffic below.

Location: Minneapolis

Official opening: 1983

GPS coordinates: 44.99310,-93.27310

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:42