Stone Arch Bridge Locked Due to Crime Reports, Minneapolis

Downtown skyline behind locked security fence
The Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis is secured with a chain and lock, preventing public access. This closure followed reports of late-night criminal activity in the vicinity. Originally constructed in 1883, the Stone Arch Bridge served as a vital railway crossing for the Great Northern Railway and is a significant example of 19th-century engineering. It was later repurposed as a pedestrian and bicycle path, offering views of the Mississippi River and the downtown Minneapolis skyline.
Photo taken in July 2023.
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