Lion Bridge

The Lion Bridge spans over the Tuolumne River in Stanislaus County, connecting the city of Modesto with Shackelford and Bystrom districts.

Construction of the Lion Bridge was completed in 1916 at a cost of $111,000, representing a substantial infrastructure investment in early twentieth-century California.

The bridge stands as an example of early twentieth-century engineering methods, demonstrating the technical capabilities of California's infrastructure development during that period.

The structure accommodates both vehicular and pedestrian traffic across the Tuolumne River, serving as a primary transportation link along Modesto's Seventh Street.

Located at coordinates 37°37′37″N and 120°59′38″W, the bridge maintains its original cantilever design features from over a century of continuous service.

Location: California

Official opening: March 17, 1916

GPS coordinates: 37.62690,-120.99400

Latest update: March 13, 2025 17:29