Agate Pass Bridge

Agate Pass Bridge is a steel cantilever bridge in Washington that connects Bainbridge Island to the Kitsap Peninsula across the water passage below. The structure spans the narrow strait with a single main section, serving as the primary road link between these two areas.

The bridge opened in 1950 and replaced a ferry system that had shuttled passengers and vehicles between the two shores since the 1920s. This transition transformed how people moved across the water passage and shaped the region's growth.

The National Register of Historic Places recognized the structural significance of this steel truss bridge by listing it in May 1995.

The bridge remains open for regular traffic throughout most of the year, though it may close periodically for maintenance work on its structure. Drivers should check for any temporary restrictions before planning trips that depend on crossing here.

The maintenance schedule takes into account Peregrine Falcons that nest beneath the structure, timing work around their breeding season to protect them. This accommodation shows how infrastructure and local wildlife can coexist peacefully.

Location: Washington

Location: Kitsap County

Inception: 1950

GPS coordinates: 47.71240,-122.56600

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:07