Waterford Bridge, Steel truss bridge in Waterford Township, Minnesota, US
The Waterford Bridge stretches 140 feet across the Cannon River with a 16-foot-wide deck supported by concrete abutments and steel trusses.
Constructed in 1909 by the Hennepin Bridge Company under County Surveyor Charles A. Forbes, the bridge represents early 20th-century engineering innovation in Minnesota.
The bridge earned its place on the National Register of Historic Places in 2010 for its engineering merit as a rare example of camelback through truss design.
Located two miles northeast of Northfield, the bridge now serves as a recreational trail for pedestrians, all-terrain vehicles, and winter sports enthusiasts.
This structure stands as Minnesota's only road bridge featuring both rigid connections and bolt fasteners instead of traditional pin connections or rivets.
Location: Waterford Township
Inception: 1909
GPS coordinates: 44.48750,-93.12847
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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