BDI Bridge

The BDI Bridge is a steel pedestrian and cyclist crossing spanning 159 meters across the Red River, linking several neighborhoods in Winnipeg. The structure features a walkway about 4.9 meters wide and was built with a steel truss design.

Engineers completed this structure in 1913, and it originally operated as a toll crossing with varying fees for different users. The present-day name came later from the nearby establishment that became important to the local community.

The nearby Drive-In ice cream shop shaped the bridge's local identity and gave it a name that both visitors and residents use when talking about the crossing.

The crossing stays open year-round and offers a direct route for walkers and cyclists between residential areas. Access is straightforward and the surface suits both types of users.

On March 23rd each year, crowds gather when the nearby ice cream shop opens for the season, creating long lines that fill the bridge. This annual tradition has become a quirky local event that draws many visitors.

Location: Manitoba

Inception: 1913

Length: 521 ft

Width: 16 ft

Made from material: steel

GPS coordinates: 49.85431,-97.14200

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:21