Richard Odabashian Bridge

The Richard Odabashian Bridge spans 1,400 feet across the Columbia River, connecting the communities of Wenatchee and East Wenatchee with four traffic lanes.

The bridge, originally named Olds Station Bridge, opened on September 5, 1975, following four years of construction to provide an alternative route to downtown Wenatchee.

The structure received its current name in 1991 to honor Richard Odabashian, a state transportation commissioner from Cashmere who influenced regional development.

The bridge incorporates a 10-foot-wide pathway for bicycles and pedestrians, forming part of the Apple Capital Recreation Loop Trail system.

The bridge design features concrete box girder construction methods that demonstrate engineering practices from the 1970s while supporting modern traffic demands.

GPS coordinates: 47.47111,-120.31694

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45