Hite Crossing Bridge, Steel arch bridge at Narrow Canyon, Utah.
Description
Hite Crossing Bridge is a steel arch structure spanning the Colorado River in Utah, connecting Garfield and San Juan counties via Utah State Route 95. The bridge sits within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and forms a key link across this remote section of river.
History
The bridge opened in 1966 following construction of Glen Canyon Dam, taking over from a ferry service that had run at Dandy Crossing for 20 years. This shift reflected the region's transformation from frontier river crossing to modern transportation infrastructure.
Culture
The name comes from prospector Cass Hite, who established a crossing here in the 1880s and drew early settlers to the area. This history shaped how people today understand this remote river passage and its role in connecting isolated communities.
Practical
This bridge offers the only vehicle crossing of the Colorado River between Moab and Glen Canyon Dam across roughly 300 miles (480 kilometers) of terrain. Visitors should prepare for the remote location and ensure their vehicle is suitable for an isolated desert road.
Did you know?
The bridge deck rises about 61 meters (200 feet) above the water and marks the upper edge of Lake Powell. This location also signals the end of Cataract Canyon, making it a striking transition point between two distinct river landscapes.
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