Eagle River Timber Bridge, Deck arch bridge in Eagle River, Michigan, United States
The Eagle River Timber Bridge consists of two connected arches spanning 74 and 79 feet, rising 50 feet above the water with a total length of 152 feet.
The bridge opened in 1990 as a replacement for the Lake Shore Drive Bridge, incorporating modern engineering techniques while maintaining traditional timber construction methods.
The structure earned first place in the Long Span Vehicular Bridges category at the 1992 Timber Bridge Design and Construction Award Competition.
Regular maintenance includes reapplying preservatives to wooden components and tightening bolts, while an asphalt surface covers the wooden deck for enhanced durability.
The bridge construction required 147 thousand board feet of industrial-grade southern yellow pine, equivalent to materials needed for four standard houses.
Location: Michigan
Official opening: 1990
GPS coordinates: 47.41250,-88.29700
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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