Wakota Bridge, Road bridge across Mississippi River in South St. Paul and Newport, US.
The Wakota Bridge spans the Mississippi River with ten lanes of Interstate 494, connecting the communities of South St. Paul and Newport in Minnesota.
Construction of the bridge began in 2003, faced structural challenges in 2005, and reached completion in 2010, replacing a four-lane structure from 1959.
The name Wakota represents the connection between Washington and Dakota counties, reflecting the geographical boundaries it bridges in Minnesota.
The bridge includes dedicated pathways for pedestrians and cyclists, while its multiple lanes effectively handle the high volume of vehicular traffic.
The structure features a segmental design with a total length of 1889 feet and maintains a clearance of 64 feet above the Mississippi River.
Location: South St. Paul
Location: Newport
Inception: 2006
Official opening: 2006
GPS coordinates: 44.88310,-93.01500
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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