Ferry Street Bridge

Ferry Street Bridge is a road bridge that stretches about 800 feet over the Willamette River, connecting Coburg Road to downtown Eugene. It has four traffic lanes and bicycle paths running underneath on both shores.

The bridge opened in 1950 at the site where Eugene Skinner, the city founder, had previously run a ferry service. This structure replaced the earlier ferry operation and modernized river crossings.

The structure reflects post-World War II infrastructure development that changed how people moved around Oregon communities.

The bridge serves as the main connection between the University of Oregon campus and Autzen Stadium. Both drivers and cyclists should expect heavy traffic, especially during university events.

The name Ferry Street Bridge refers to a historical ferry route, but the neighborhood bearing this name is actually one block away from Ferry Street itself. This naming reflects the earlier transportation methods that existed before the bridge was built.

Location: Oregon

Inception: 1950

Official opening: 1950

GPS coordinates: 44.05790,-123.08400

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:09