Wells Street Bridge, Double-decker road bridge in Chicago Loop, United States
The Wells Street Bridge extends over the Chicago River with two decks, carrying trains on the upper level and vehicles on the lower level.
The Ketler-Elliott Company constructed this metal bridge in 1922, replacing earlier wooden and iron structures that had existed at this location since 1840.
The bridge connects Chicago's Near North Side with the Loop district, forming part of the urban transportation network that shaped the city's development.
The bridge underwent complete reconstruction from 2012 to 2013, including updates to structural components and restoration of the bridge tender houses.
The structure contains two leaves that were built off-site and transported by water to their final position during the 2013 installation process.
Location: Chicago
Official opening: February 11, 1922
GPS coordinates: 41.88750,-87.63390
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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