Abandoned Railroad Bridge, Nicollet Island, Minneapolis

Abandoned wooden railroad bridge on Nicollet Island, Minneapolis, curves over the Mississippi River, juxtaposed with modern buildings and graffiti.
An abandoned wooden railroad bridge, once a vital artery for Minneapolis's industrial past, now curves over the Mississippi River at Nicollet Island. This structure, part of a freight spur that served nearby mills and factories, stands as a quiet testament to the city's shift from industrial commerce to modern urban development. The bridge, now adorned with graffiti, is juxtaposed against the backdrop of contemporary condominium buildings, highlighting the area's transformation.
Photo taken in May 2019.
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