Beverly Railroad Bridge

The Beverly Railroad Bridge is a railway crossing over the Columbia River in Washington that rests on concrete supports. The structure features 14 Warren deck trusses and one Parker through truss, joining both banks at a strategic location.

The bridge was built in 1909 by the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railroad as part of its Pacific Extension, creating a link from Chicago to Tacoma through challenging western terrain. This project represented a major railroad expansion effort to open new routes in the region.

The structure stands as a testament to early 20th-century railroad engineering, demonstrating the industrial capabilities that transformed transportation across America.

The bridge is accessible to visitors following its renovation in 2022 and now serves as a key point along the Palouse to Cascades Trail. The best time to visit is during warmer months when the walking routes are fully passable.

A devastating fire in 2014 destroyed the bridge deck almost completely. The subsequent restoration was funded through Washington State's capital budget, giving the historic structure a second life.

Location: Washington

GPS coordinates: 46.83110,-119.94800

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:21