Richard Odabashian Bridge

The Richard Odabashian Bridge is a four-lane road crossing that spans the Columbia River valley, linking Wenatchee with East Wenatchee. The structure combines traffic capacity with a wide path for walkers and cyclists along each side.

The structure opened in 1975 under a different name, after several years of planning and construction were completed. Renaming it to honor Richard Odabashian came later and recognized his influence on regional transportation policy.

The bridge links two river communities that share trade and movement across the water. It forms part of everyday travel between the two sides and shapes how residents experience their region.

Visitors can cross on foot or by bike by using the marked path, which is separated from the traffic lanes. The best time to cross is outside rush hours in early morning or evening, when traffic is lighter.

The bridge was built using innovative concrete beam construction methods that represent engineering from the 1970s. This technique allows it to support the weight of large modern trucks, even though the method has been in use for decades.