Stone Arch Bridge, Minneapolis, Summer Day

The Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis, completed in 1883, spans the Mississippi River. Originally constructed by railroad magnate James J. Hill to connect his Great Northern Railway with the East Coast, it was the longest of its kind in the world at the time of its completion. The bridge's construction utilized locally quarried limestone for its piers and a combination of steel and stone for its structure. Today, the bridge is a pedestrian walkway and a popular destination for visitors and locals, offering views of the river and the city's historic mill district.
The Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis, completed in 1883, spans the Mississippi River. Originally constructed by railroad magnate James J. Hill to connect his Great Northern Railway with the East Coast, it was the longest of its kind in the world at the time of its completion. The bridge's construction utilized locally quarried limestone for its piers and a combination of steel and stone for its structure. Today, the bridge is a pedestrian walkway and a popular destination for visitors and locals, offering views of the river and the city's historic mill district.
Photo taken in June 2022. © 2026 Chad Davis
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