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Lake Street over Bde Maka Ska Channel

Lake Street over Bde Maka Ska Channel

November 2025 — Lake Street bridge over the channel between Lake of the Isles and Bde Maka Ska on a fall day.

Southwest LRT train testing on Kenilworth Channel bridge, Minneapolis

Southwest LRT train testing on Kenilworth Channel bridge, Minneapolis

October 2025 — Light rail vehicle on the bridge at the Kenilworth Channel. This morning Metro Transit towed a light rail vehicle through the line for the first time doing basic clearance testing. Construction on the green line extension began in 2018 and is set to open to passengers in 2027.

Gorgeous Sunset at Martin Olav Sabo Bridge

Gorgeous Sunset at Martin Olav Sabo Bridge

October 2025 — Real colorful sunset above the Martin Olav Sabo bridge over Haiwatha Avenue in South Minneapolis.

Spin & Lime Bikes Fenced on Midtown Greenway Path, I-35W

Spin & Lime Bikes Fenced on Midtown Greenway Path, I-35W

September 2025 — Some sad Spin and Lime bikes/scooters trapped behind the new fencing that was put up yesterday to close the path between Lake Street and the Greenway. The path was closed hours after a mass shooting that claimed 5 victims. The path has been a popular place for open drug use all summer.

Martin Olav Sabo Bridge Cyclist Crossing

Martin Olav Sabo Bridge Cyclist Crossing

September 2025 — A cyclist travels across the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge, a dedicated pedestrian and bicycle suspension bridge spanning Hiawatha Avenue in Minneapolis. Opened in 2007, the bridge was designed to provide a safe, grade-separated connection for trail users along the Midtown Greenway, avoiding the busy highway and light-rail tracks below. The bridge reflects Minneapolis’ investment in protected urban cycling infrastructure, supporting its reputation as one of the most bike-friendly cities in the United States.

Progreso Bridge: Jalisco-Nayarit Border Crossing, Mexico

Progreso Bridge: Jalisco-Nayarit Border Crossing, Mexico

December 2024 — This bridge marks the boundary between Jalisco and Nayarit in western Mexico, a crossing that connects travelers heading north from Puerto Vallarta toward Riviera Nayarit. The single-span concrete structure with its yellow guardrails spans a deep ravine surrounded by subtropical vegetation typical of coastal mountain terrain. A small roadside sign at the far end welcomes drivers to Nayarit, signaling the transition between two of Mexico’s most visited coastal states.

Abandoned Hayride Billboard on I-35W, Minneapolis Skyline

Abandoned Hayride Billboard on I-35W, Minneapolis Skyline

October 2024

Stone Arch Bridge Repairs at Night, Minneapolis

Stone Arch Bridge Repairs at Night, Minneapolis

June 2024 — The Stone Arch Bridge is closed for the next few summers as they work on repairs to the former railroad bridge built in 1883.

Security Guard’s Red Car at I-35W/Lake Street Station

Security Guard’s Red Car at I-35W/Lake Street Station

April 2024 — The I-35W./Lake Street Transit Station with the security guard's car parked out front.

Minneapolis Downtown Skyline from I-35W at Dusk, April 2024

Minneapolis Downtown Skyline from I-35W at Dusk, April 2024

April 2024 — Minneapolis skyline as seen from 35W in April 2024.

Downtown Minneapolis Skyline from I-35W Bridge, April 2024

Downtown Minneapolis Skyline from I-35W Bridge, April 2024

April 2024 — Downtown Minneapolis as seen from a bridge over Interstate 35W. This is probably one of my favorite views of downtown. Nicer now that all the construction is finished.. for now!

Downtown Minneapolis from I-35W, March 2024

Downtown Minneapolis from I-35W, March 2024

March 2024 — Downtown Minneapolis as seen from I-35W in South Minneapolis. March 2024.

Century Plaza: Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct Renovation

Century Plaza: Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct Renovation

March 2024 — Century Plaza, which is being renovated into a new Minneapolis police 1st precinct station.

Pedestrians on Stone Arch Bridge, Minneapolis, March 2024

Pedestrians on Stone Arch Bridge, Minneapolis, March 2024

March 2024 — People on the Stone Arch Bridge in downtown Minneapolis on a beautiful March 2024 day.

10th Avenue and I-35W Bridges Lit at Sunset, Minneapolis

10th Avenue and I-35W Bridges Lit at Sunset, Minneapolis

March 2024 — The 10th Avenue and I-35W bridges lit up at sunset near downtown Minneapolis. March 2024.

Northstar Line Train Bridge over Mississippi River, Minneapolis

Northstar Line Train Bridge over Mississippi River, Minneapolis

March 2024 — The Northstar Line makes it's way over the Mississippi River near downtown Minneapolis. March 2024.

Grain Belt Beer Sign, Nicollet Island, Hennepin Avenue Bridge

Grain Belt Beer Sign, Nicollet Island, Hennepin Avenue Bridge

March 2024 — A Grain Belt Beer sign on the shores of the Mississippi River and the Hennepin Avenue Bridge. March 2024.

Gold Medal Flour Mill, US Bank Stadium, Minneapolis Night

Gold Medal Flour Mill, US Bank Stadium, Minneapolis Night

January 2024 — The Washburn A Mill, the world's largest flour mill when built and now part of the Mill City Museum. Nominated in USA Today as the best history museum for 2nd year in a row. 4th place last year, this years voting ends on 02/12.

Merriam Street and Hennepin Avenue Bridges, Minneapolis at Night

Merriam Street and Hennepin Avenue Bridges, Minneapolis at Night

January 2024 — Hennepin Ave Bridge, seen from the Merriam Street Bridge to Nicollet Island. The Merriam bridge dates back to 1887, the now decorative truss span is actually a saved portion of the former Broadway Ave bridge. It was moved here 100 years later in 1987. (Minneapolis, January 2024)

CPKS Holiday Train over Mississippi River, Minneapolis

CPKS Holiday Train over Mississippi River, Minneapolis

December 2023 — Canadian Pacific Kansas City Holiday Train in Minneapolis on December 11, 2023. The rail company says they’ve raised more than $22.5 million dollars and 5 million pounds of food for local food banks since the tradition began 25 years ago.

Snoopy Graffiti on Loring Bike Bridge, Minneapolis

Snoopy Graffiti on Loring Bike Bridge, Minneapolis

November 2023 — Snoopy left behind after city workers repainted the Loring Bike Bridge over Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis

Irene Hixon Whitney Bridge at Sunset, Minneapolis

Irene Hixon Whitney Bridge at Sunset, Minneapolis

November 2023 — The Irene Hixon Whitney Bridge near downtown Minneapolis during a mid November sunset.

Biker under Nicollet Ave Bridge, Minneapolis

Biker under Nicollet Ave Bridge, Minneapolis

July 2023 — A biker under the Nicollet Ave bridge in Minneapolis.

Stone Arch Bridge Locked Due to Crime Reports, Minneapolis

Stone Arch Bridge Locked Due to Crime Reports, Minneapolis

July 2023 — Looking through locked fence of the Stone Arch Bridge. The bridge was closed due to reports of late night crime.

Stone Arch Bridge Closed Overnight in Downtown Minneapolis

Stone Arch Bridge Closed Overnight in Downtown Minneapolis

July 2023 — First night of Stone Arch Bridge closures in Downtown Minneapolis. The bridge was closed after reports of late night crime.

Stone Arch Bridge Closed, Minneapolis

Stone Arch Bridge Closed, Minneapolis

July 2023 — A group looks at the newly installed fence at the end of the Stone Arch Bridge.

Third Avenue Bridge Dedication SIgn Minneapolis

Third Avenue Bridge Dedication SIgn Minneapolis

June 2023 — A plaque on the newly renovated Third Avenue Bridge in downtown Minneapolis.

Stone Arch Bridge Overnight Closure Signs June 30 – July 5

Stone Arch Bridge Overnight Closure Signs June 30 – July 5

June 2023 — Signage on the Stone Arch Bridge preparing for overnight closures.

Minneapolis Skyline and Mississippi River in Wildfire Smoke

Minneapolis Skyline and Mississippi River in Wildfire Smoke

May 2023 — Wildfire smoke and the Mississippi River. Air quality warnings issued after Canadian wildfires cause smoke to drift south.

Bikers on Sabo Bridge amid Canadian wildfire smoke, Minneapolis

Bikers on Sabo Bridge amid Canadian wildfire smoke, Minneapolis

May 2023 — Bikers cross the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in South Minneapolis as air quality alerts are issued due to drifting south Canadian wildfire smoke.

Minneapolis I-35W Bridge in Wildfire Smoke

Minneapolis I-35W Bridge in Wildfire Smoke

May 2023

Minneapolis Lock and Dam Under Canadian Wildfire Smoke

Minneapolis Lock and Dam Under Canadian Wildfire Smoke

May 2023

Volleyball near Mississippi River Bridge, Minneapolis

Volleyball near Mississippi River Bridge, Minneapolis

May 2023

Stone Arch Bridge over Mississippi River, Minneapolis

Stone Arch Bridge over Mississippi River, Minneapolis

April 2023 — The Stone Arch Bridge oer the Mississippi River.

Shirakawa Stream and Machiya Houses, Gion, Kyoto

Shirakawa Stream and Machiya Houses, Gion, Kyoto

March 2023 — A view along the Shirakawa Stream from the Tatsumibashi Bridge in Kyoto’s Gion district, photographed in March 2023. This narrow waterway flows parallel to Shijo-dori and is lined with traditional wooden machiya, many of which date back to the early 20th century and once housed teahouses and restaurants serving the geiko and maiko communities. The Shirakawa area has long been considered one of Kyoto’s most atmospheric neighborhoods, with stone embankments, bamboo fencing, and low bridges that reflect centuries of urban design shaped around natural waterways. Although the cherry trees here remain bare in early spring, this stretch becomes one of Kyoto’s most visited spots during sakura season, when blossoms arch over the stream and lantern-lit evenings draw crowds from around the world.

Winter Traffic on the Leo Frigo Bridge

Winter Traffic on the Leo Frigo Bridge

December 2022 — A CTS tractor-trailer crosses the Leo Frigo Memorial Bridge—locally known as the Tower Drive Bridge—during a winter snowstorm in Green Bay, Wisconsin. In the foreground, the familiar shingled lighthouse structure along the riverfront stands out against the white sky, its lantern room partially frosted as lake-effect snow drifts through the scene. The contrast between the elevated highway and the shoreline landmark highlights the mix of transportation corridors that define Green Bay’s industrial waterfront.

Loring Park Footbridge After Fresh Snowfall

Loring Park Footbridge After Fresh Snowfall

December 2022 — A fresh snowfall settles over Loring Park near downtown Minneapolis, softening the landscape around the park’s pedestrian bridge and historic shelter building. From above, the snow highlights the geometric layout of paths, railings, and terraces surrounding the bridge, which crosses a narrow channel connecting sections of the park’s pond system. Loring Park—a key part of the city’s late-19th-century park plan—remains one of Minneapolis’s most recognizable urban green spaces, bordered by the Loring Greenway and the southern edge of downtown. The new snow creates a uniform winter texture across the lawns, benches, and shoreline vegetation, with only light footprints and plowed walkways hinting at early morning activity in the park.

Third Avenue Bridge Construction, Minneapolis Sunset

Third Avenue Bridge Construction, Minneapolis Sunset

July 2022 — Construction cranes are visible over the Third Avenue Bridge in Minneapolis during a sunset. This bridge is a critical link between downtown Minneapolis and the Northeast community, spanning the Mississippi River. The ongoing reconstruction project aims to modernize the structure, which was originally built in the early 20th century and has served as a key piece of the city's transportation network.

Minneapolis Water Taxi, Hennepin Ave Bridge, Grain Belt Sign

Minneapolis Water Taxi, Hennepin Ave Bridge, Grain Belt Sign

July 2022 — A water taxi travels on the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, passing under the Hennepin Avenue Bridge. Completed in 1929, the bridge is a significant example of early 20th-century infrastructure. The historic Grain Belt Beer sign, a remnant of the area's industrial past, is visible in the background, alongside modern residential buildings. The Mississippi River remains a vital transportation corridor, with services like the water taxi continuing its historical role.

Martin Olav Sabo Bridge, Minneapolis: Wet Deck After Rain

Martin Olav Sabo Bridge, Minneapolis: Wet Deck After Rain

July 2022 — The Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in Minneapolis, also known as the "Hiawatha Line Bridge," is a pedestrian and bicycle bridge that opened in 2002. It spans the Hiawatha Avenue Light Rail corridor, connecting the Longfellow and Cooper neighborhoods and serving as a crucial link for non-motorized transit. The bridge's design includes aesthetic features like integrated lighting and seating areas, intended to enhance the user experience. The "wet deck" in the title refers to the bridge's surface, glistening with reflections after recent rain.

Martin Olav Sabo Bridge Graffiti, Minneapolis

Martin Olav Sabo Bridge Graffiti, Minneapolis

June 2022 — A conversation on the Martin Olav Sabo in Minneapolis.

People on Stone Arch Bridge watching St. Anthony Falls, Minneapolis

People on Stone Arch Bridge watching St. Anthony Falls, Minneapolis

June 2022 — The Stone Arch Bridge and St. Anthony Falls in Downtown Minneapolis.

Stone Arch Festival Booths Downtown Minneapolis

Stone Arch Festival Booths Downtown Minneapolis

June 2022 — Booths setup at the Stone Arch Festival in downtown Minneapolis.

Stone Arch Bridge, Minneapolis, Summer Day

Stone Arch Bridge, Minneapolis, Summer Day

June 2022 — People on the Stone Arch Bridge on a summer day. The historic bridge is over the Mississippi River.

Sunset under I-35W at Lake Street, Minneapolis

Sunset under I-35W at Lake Street, Minneapolis

June 2022 — Sun goes down under the I-35W bridge in Minneapolis.

Hennepin Ave Bridge over Mississippi River at Night

Hennepin Ave Bridge over Mississippi River at Night

May 2022 — The Mississippi River and the Hennepin Avenue Bridge in Downtown Minneapolis.

Graffiti on Martin Olav Sabo Bridge, Minneapolis

Graffiti on Martin Olav Sabo Bridge, Minneapolis

May 2022 — Graffiti found on the Martin Olav Sabo bridge that reads: “I miss you. Always -N- Never.

Bench Overlooking Downtown Minneapolis Mickey's Beer

Bench Overlooking Downtown Minneapolis Mickey's Beer

May 2022 — A weathered metal bench sits along one of Minneapolis’s elevated pedestrian and bicycle bridges, its frame showing rust from years of exposure to winter salt and freeze–thaw cycles. The skyline appears in the distance—soft, cool, and out of focus—giving the bench a quiet vantage point over the city. Graffiti tags on the slats and a discarded green Mickey’s bottle beneath the seat add small traces of everyday use, hinting at how these bridges serve not just as transportation corridors but as informal social spaces. Many of the city’s long-span pedestrian bridges, especially those built over rail corridors and highways, were added during the late 20th century to connect neighborhoods divided by infrastructure. Despite their utilitarian design, they often become familiar landmarks for runners, cyclists, and residents crossing between neighborhoods at dusk, when the muted lights of downtown begin to glow against the evening sky.

Stone Arch Bridge at Sunset, Minneapolis

Stone Arch Bridge at Sunset, Minneapolis

April 2022 — The Stone Arch Bridge in downtown Minneapolis.

Stone Arch Bridge stairs removed near Mississippi River, Minneapolis

Stone Arch Bridge stairs removed near Mississippi River, Minneapolis

April 2022 — Stairs being removed near the Stone Arch Bridge.

Minneapolis: Banner on Irene Hixon Whitney Bridge Demands Justice for Amir Locke

Minneapolis: Banner on Irene Hixon Whitney Bridge Demands Justice for Amir Locke

February 2022 — A banner reading "MPLS PDX AVENUE LOVE SOLIDARITY AMIR PATRICK" hangs from the Irene Hixon Whitney Bridge in Minneapolis. The bridge, which spans over Interstate 94 near the Lowry Hill Tunnel, is a pedestrian walkway connecting the Lowry Hill neighborhood to the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. The banner was displayed in solidarity with protests in Portland, Oregon, following the death of Amir Locke, who was fatally shot by Minneapolis police officers in February 2022. The message reflects a connection between activism in Minneapolis and Portland, highlighting shared concerns over police violence.

Minneapolis Protest: “Burn 4 More” and “ACAB” Banner

Minneapolis Protest: “Burn 4 More” and “ACAB” Banner

February 2022 — Protesters marched through Downtown Minneapolis following the police killing of Amir Locke on February 2, 2022. The banner, held by participants, reads "defund? meh abolish? sure BURN4MORE? FUCK YEAH! ACAB MEANS ALL COPS." The phrase "ACAB" is a common protest slogan meaning "All Cops Are Bastards." This march occurred in the aftermath of Locke's death during a no-knock warrant execution by Minneapolis Police.

Downtown Minneapolis Construction in Frigid Temperatures

Downtown Minneapolis Construction in Frigid Temperatures

January 2022 — Tower cranes and steam from the Mississippi River on a night where temperatures hit -15F.

Hennepin Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis, at -15F

Hennepin Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis, at -15F

January 2022 — Minneapolis gets hidden behind steam when it gets to -15F. Some photos from the early morning hours of January 2, 2022.

Couple on Stone Arch Bridge, Minneapolis, December 2021

Couple on Stone Arch Bridge, Minneapolis, December 2021

December 2021 — A couple holds hands walking over the Stone Arch Bridge in downtown Minneapolis.

Taco Bell Line on Lake Street in Minneapolis

Taco Bell Line on Lake Street in Minneapolis

November 2021 — Cars in line for Taco Bell on Lake Street in the early morning hours of November 2021.

Fifth Avenue High-Rise Overlooking I-35W, Minneapolis

Fifth Avenue High-Rise Overlooking I-35W, Minneapolis

October 2021

I-35W Lake Street Station at Night, Minneapolis

I-35W Lake Street Station at Night, Minneapolis

September 2021

I-35W Transit Center on Lake Street

I-35W Transit Center on Lake Street

September 2021 — The new transit center on Lake Street.

35W Transit Center Construction Night

35W Transit Center Construction Night

August 2021 — The under construction 35W Transit Center in South Minneapolis.

I-35W & Lake Street Station, Minneapolis

I-35W & Lake Street Station, Minneapolis

August 2021 — Development continuing on the I-35W & Lake Street station.

Defund Police Graffiti on South Minneapolis Curb

Defund Police Graffiti on South Minneapolis Curb

August 2021 — "Defund Police Please?" written on a street curb in South Minneapolis.

Lake Street Station Construction Site, Minneapolis

Lake Street Station Construction Site, Minneapolis

August 2021

Minneapolis wildfire smoke on I35W

Minneapolis wildfire smoke on I35W

July 2021 — Smoke from Canadian wildfires in Minneapolis as seen from above Interstate 35W.

Mill Ruins Park, Minneapolis: Stone Arch Bridge and Gold Medal Flour Sign

Mill Ruins Park, Minneapolis: Stone Arch Bridge and Gold Medal Flour Sign

July 2021 — Mill Ruins Park near downtown Minneapolis with Canadian wildfire smoke.

Downtown Minneapolis Skyline Through Wildfire Haze

Downtown Minneapolis Skyline Through Wildfire Haze

July 2021 — Downtown Minneapolis with wildfire haze.

Minneapolis: ‘Make Racists Afraid Again’ sticker on Sabo Bridge

Minneapolis: ‘Make Racists Afraid Again’ sticker on Sabo Bridge

June 2021 — A sticker on the Martin Olav Sabo bridge in Minneapolis that reads "Make Racists Afraid Again".

Derek Chauvin Sticker on Martin Olav Sabo Bridge, Minneapolis

Derek Chauvin Sticker on Martin Olav Sabo Bridge, Minneapolis

June 2021 — Sticker that reads "Derek Chauvin Is A Murderer" on the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in Minneapolis.

35W Construction December 2025

35W Construction December 2025

December 2020 — Road construction on interstate 35W in South Minneapolis with the city skyline in the background.

Tenth Ave Bridge Scaffolding

Tenth Ave Bridge Scaffolding

December 2020 — Scaffolding under the 10th Avenue bridge. The bridge over the Mississippi River underwent a major rehab.

No KKKops No Pipelines on Martin Olav Sabo Bridge

No KKKops No Pipelines on Martin Olav Sabo Bridge

October 2020

Hennepin Ave Bridge, Minneapolis, Grain Belt Sign at Night

Hennepin Ave Bridge, Minneapolis, Grain Belt Sign at Night

September 2020 — A fall evening in downtown Minneapolis. Hennepin Bridge over the Mississippi River.

“Pain is Purification” Graffiti on North Minneapolis Train Bridge

“Pain is Purification” Graffiti on North Minneapolis Train Bridge

August 2020 — "Pain is Purification" on a train bridge in North Minneapolis.

Minneapolis: Mississippi River, Hennepin Bridge, US Post Office 2020

Minneapolis: Mississippi River, Hennepin Bridge, US Post Office 2020

August 2020 — The Mississippi River in Downtown Minneapolis United States Post Office, Hennepin Ave Bridge and United States Federal Reserve also pictured.

Graffiti ‘Autozone the police’ on Martin Olav Sabo Bridge

Graffiti ‘Autozone the police’ on Martin Olav Sabo Bridge

August 2020 — The Martin Olav Sabo bridge over Haiwatha Ave with "Autozone the police" written on it. AutoZone was the first building burned following the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.

Empty I-35W Freeway Construction, Downtown Minneapolis Night

Empty I-35W Freeway Construction, Downtown Minneapolis Night

July 2020 — An empty I-35w leading into Downtown Minneapolis during interstate construction.

Minneapolis I-35W: Smoke Haze, May 30, 2020

Minneapolis I-35W: Smoke Haze, May 30, 2020

May 2020 — A hazy sky on I-35W on May 30, 2020 following a night of fires in Minneapolis after 4 days of protests in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd.

Stone Arch Bridge and Minneapolis Skyline at Night

Stone Arch Bridge and Minneapolis Skyline at Night

May 2020 — Smoke from North Minneapolis and the Stone Arch Bridge as seen from I-35W during the Minneapolis Uprising on the 4th day of protests in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd.

Neon signs of Downtown Minneapolis

Neon signs of Downtown Minneapolis

May 2020 — Downtown Minneapolis as seen from Boom Island in May 2020. Gold Medal Flour and Northstar Blankets neon signs visible across the Mississippi River.

Downtown Minneapolis Skyline and Stoen Arch Bridge

Downtown Minneapolis Skyline and Stoen Arch Bridge

May 2020 — Woman looks over the railing on the Stone Arch Bridge in downtown Minneapolis.

Hennepin Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis, During COVID-19 Pandemic

Hennepin Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis, During COVID-19 Pandemic

May 2020 — Hennepin Avenue Bridge in downtown Minneapolis during covid-19.

Interstate 35W and Cedar Towers

Interstate 35W and Cedar Towers

May 2020 — 35W near downtown Minneapolis with Riverside Plaza towers.

A lift at 10th Ave bridge construction site

A lift at 10th Ave bridge construction site

May 2020 — The 10th Avenue Bridge under renovation near downtown Minneapolis.

10th Ave bridge concrete during renovation

10th Ave bridge concrete during renovation

May 2020 — The 10th Avenue bridge in Minneapolis under renovation.

Minneapolis: Interstate 35W, Cedar Riverside, Low Traffic

Minneapolis: Interstate 35W, Cedar Riverside, Low Traffic

April 2020 — Very little traffic on Interstate 35W. Cedar Riverside in the background.

Gold Medal Flour, Stone Arch Bridge, Minneapolis, March 2020

Gold Medal Flour, Stone Arch Bridge, Minneapolis, March 2020

March 2020 — Downtown Minneapolis as seen from below the Stone Arch Bridge.

Chicago ‘L’ Structure and CTA Sign in the Loop

Chicago ‘L’ Structure and CTA Sign in the Loop

October 2019 — The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) logo is displayed beneath the steel elevated tracks that define the Loop, the city’s central business district. The structure, part of the “L” system first built in the late 19th century, remains one of Chicago’s most enduring symbols of urban mobility. Overhead girders and riveted beams—many still original to the early 1900s—carry trains above streets lined with early skyscrapers and historic facades. The CTA continues to operate one of the largest and oldest public transit networks in the United States, moving more than a million riders daily through Chicago’s interconnected system of rail and bus lines.

University of Minnesota Bridges, Mississippi River, Minneapolis

University of Minnesota Bridges, Mississippi River, Minneapolis

September 2019 — Bridges linking the University of Minnesota East and West banks in Minneapolis. Evening light reflects off campus buildings, including the Weisman Art Museum and the Phillips-Wangensteen Building.

Manhattan Bridge Arch and Colonnade at Dusk

Manhattan Bridge Arch and Colonnade at Dusk

September 2019 — Cars pass through the Manhattan Bridge arch and colonnade at dusk in Lower Manhattan on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025. Orange traffic barrels line the roadway as construction continues near the historic Beaux-Arts structure.

View of Manhattan from Long Island City

View of Manhattan from Long Island City

August 2019 — Manhattan as seen from Long Island City

Iconic Long Island sign over East River in New York

Iconic Long Island sign over East River in New York

August 2019 — The iconic Long Island sign towers over the East River waterfront in Queens as evening light reflects off the glassy high-rises of Long Island City. Once a gritty industrial dock, the area has transformed into one of New York City’s fastest-growing neighborhoods.

Garretson Truss Bridge Over Split Rock Creek, South Dakota

Garretson Truss Bridge Over Split Rock Creek, South Dakota

July 2019 — An old steel truss bridge spans Split Rock Creek near the town of Garretson, South Dakota, carrying a narrow, weathered wooden deck over the rocky gorge below. Built in the early 20th century, this Pratt through truss design reflects an era when such riveted steel frameworks connected small Midwestern towns before the advent of modern concrete spans. Its utilitarian geometry and riveted latticework remain intact, framed by the lush, tree-lined valley of Split Rock Creek—a setting that once hosted flour mills, quarries, and river crossings essential to the region’s early development. The bridge now stands as a quiet relic of rural American engineering, linking history and landscape on the edge of the prairie.

Stone Arch Bridge, Minneapolis, Evening Light

Stone Arch Bridge, Minneapolis, Evening Light

June 2019 — Stone Arch Bridge, Minneapolis

Washington Avenue Bridge over Mississippi River, Minneapolis

Washington Avenue Bridge over Mississippi River, Minneapolis

May 2019 — The maroon and gold Washington Avenue Bridge spans the Mississippi River, linking the University of Minnesota’s East and West Bank campuses. Seen from below, the bridge’s bold steel trusses frame the calm river and limestone bluffs, while the university’s West Bank buildings rise in the background. The bridge, completed in 1965, carries both vehicular and pedestrian traffic—including the campus’s light rail line—and serves as one of the most recognizable landmarks connecting the university’s two halves across the river.

Bruininks Hall, UMN East Bank Campus, Minneapolis

Bruininks Hall, UMN East Bank Campus, Minneapolis

May 2019 — Bruininks Hall, with its curved glass facade and modernist profile, stands prominently on the bluffs of the Mississippi River at the University of Minnesota’s East Bank campus. The building, named after former university president Robert Bruininks, houses student services and administrative offices while serving as a visual landmark along the riverfront. The structure’s sleek transparency contrasts with the limestone layers of the bluff below, emphasizing the union between natural geology and contemporary academic architecture that defines much of the university’s riverfront setting.

Abandoned Railroad Bridge, Nicollet Island, Minneapolis

Abandoned Railroad Bridge, Nicollet Island, Minneapolis

May 2019 — An abandoned wooden railroad bridge curves over the Mississippi River at Nicollet Island in Minneapolis, a quiet remnant of the city’s industrial past. Once part of a freight spur serving nearby mills and factories, the structure now stands unused, adorned with graffiti and framed by spring foliage. In the background, the tan brick towers of Riverplace and surrounding condominium developments reflect the area’s transformation from rail and river commerce to modern urban living.

Blackfriars Bridge and City of London Skyline at Night

Blackfriars Bridge and City of London Skyline at Night

May 2019 — A night view across the River Thames captures Blackfriars Bridge illuminated in cool tones beneath the glass towers of London’s financial district. The skyline features some of the city’s most recognizable modern landmarks — including the Leadenhall Building (the “Cheesegrater”), 22 Bishopsgate, and the distinctive curved façade of 20 Fenchurch Street, known as the “Walkie-Talkie.” Red aviation lights and construction cranes trace the ongoing vertical growth of the Square Mile, while reflections shimmer on the Thames below. The composition underscores the contrast between Victorian bridge engineering and the contemporary architecture reshaping London’s historic core.

Tower Bridge during London Marathon

Tower Bridge during London Marathon

April 2019 — London Bridge during the 2019 London Marathon.

London Bridge Station Deep Escalators

London Bridge Station Deep Escalators

April 2019 — Passengers ascend and descend the deep escalator shafts of London Bridge Underground Station, one of the busiest interchanges in the capital’s rail network. Rebuilt and expanded during the Jubilee Line Extension project of the 1990s, the station’s concrete-lined tunnels and exposed mechanical framework represent a fusion of industrial engineering and modern architectural design. At nearly 26 meters below ground, these escalators connect the Northern and Jubilee lines with the mainline concourse above, handling tens of thousands of passengers daily. The structural bracing and utilitarian lighting were deliberately retained as visual elements, emphasizing the monumental scale of London’s deep-level transport infrastructure.

London Bridge Station: Thameslink Platforms and Class 700 Train

London Bridge Station: Thameslink Platforms and Class 700 Train

April 2019 — London Bridge Station’s Thameslink platforms represent one of the most advanced pieces of commuter rail infrastructure in the UK, rebuilt as part of the £1 billion redevelopment completed in 2018. The redesign introduced a vast concourse beneath the platforms, new canopies, and digital passenger systems to accommodate over 50 million travelers annually. Visible here is a Class 700 Thameslink train, part of Siemens’ Desiro City fleet, which operates high-frequency services linking Bedford, Brighton, and Cambridge through central London via the core Thameslink route. The streamlined architecture and wide canopies were engineered to handle both heavy peak-hour volumes and seamless integration between National Rail and the London Underground’s Jubilee and Northern Lines, establishing London Bridge as a key interchange in Britain’s modern rail network.

Riverside Plaza from the Light Rail Overpass

Riverside Plaza from the Light Rail Overpass

April 2019 — Riverside Plaza stands tall beyond the METRO Blue Line overpass in the Cedar–Riverside district of Minneapolis. The colorful panels of the 1970s residential towers contrast with the new mid-rise apartments and light rail infrastructure built decades later. This view captures the merging of eras—modern rail transit, Brutalist architecture, and the continuing evolution of one of Minneapolis’s most historically diverse neighborhoods.

Under the Steel of Kansas City’s Riverfront Trail

Under the Steel of Kansas City’s Riverfront Trail

April 2019 — Beneath the skeletal lattice of steel girders, the Riverfront Heritage Trail in Kansas City, Missouri, cuts through a corridor of industrial history. The repeating truss framework belongs to the remnants of the elevated rail infrastructure that once powered the city’s commerce along the Missouri River. Today, the pathway carries cyclists and walkers under the same towering beams that supported freight trains a century ago, blending the legacy of industry with modern urban renewal. The evening light reveals the quiet symmetry and endurance of this monumental structure, a relic turned passageway through time.

Construction in Minneapolis

Construction in Minneapolis

March 2019 — Interstate 35W coming into downtown Minneapolis.

Piles of dirt on 35W construction in Minneapolis

Piles of dirt on 35W construction in Minneapolis

March 2019 — Construction on interstate 35W near downtown Minneapolis.

Raspberry Island Bandshell and Wabasha Street Bridge at Night

Raspberry Island Bandshell and Wabasha Street Bridge at Night

March 2019 — The Schubert Club Bandshell on Raspberry Island, illuminated along the Mississippi River in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Completed in 2002, the modern arched performance structure serves as an outdoor music venue with views toward the historic Wabasha Street Bridge, visible in the background. The bridge, originally built in 1859 and reconstructed in 1998, is known as the only true vertical align arch bridge over the Mississippi. Its decorative architectural lighting reflects across the water alongside the flooded riverbank, highlighting how the river’s seasonal water levels shape the island landscape. Raspberry Island has long served as a gathering space and riverfront access point, evolving from a railroad landing to a cultural park and performance venue.

Exit signs on Interstate 35W

Exit signs on Interstate 35W

March 2019 — Exit signs on Interstate 35W for Hiawatha Ave, 11th Ave, Washington Ave. in Minneapolis, MN.

Monteverde Cloud Forest Hanging Bridge, Costa Rica

Monteverde Cloud Forest Hanging Bridge, Costa Rica

February 2019 — Beautiful Costa Rican Hanging Bridges

Monteverde Hanging Bridges in Cloud Forest, Costa Rica

Monteverde Hanging Bridges in Cloud Forest, Costa Rica

February 2019 — Hanging bridges in Monteverde Costa Rica

Hanging Bridge in Cloud Forest, Arenal Observatory, Costa Rica

Hanging Bridge in Cloud Forest, Arenal Observatory, Costa Rica

February 2019 — Hanging bridge in the clouds near the Arenal Observatory in Costa Rica.

Walnut Street Bridge in Green Bay

Walnut Street Bridge in Green Bay

December 2018 — The Walnut Street bridge over the Fox River near Downtown Green Bay in Wisconsin,.

Mason Street Bridge in Downtown Green Bay

Mason Street Bridge in Downtown Green Bay

December 2018 — The Mason Street bridge lit up red and blue in downtown Green Bay, Wisconsin. The bridge is over the Fox River.

Downtown Minneapolis from St. Anthony Main

Downtown Minneapolis from St. Anthony Main

December 2018 — Downtown Minneapolis from St. Anthony Main.

Downtown Minneapolis as seen from the I-35W Construction.

Downtown Minneapolis as seen from the I-35W Construction.

November 2018 — Construction on Interstate 35W near Downtown Minneapolis.

Stone Arch Bridge through trees from Gold Medal Park

Stone Arch Bridge through trees from Gold Medal Park

November 2018 — The Stone Arch Bridge as seen from Gold Medal Park on November 5, 2018.

Metro Transit Light Rail Bridge over Hiawatha Ave, Minneapolis 2018

Metro Transit Light Rail Bridge over Hiawatha Ave, Minneapolis 2018

April 2018 — Metro Transit light rail bridge over Haiwatha Avenue in South Minneapolis.

Martin Olav Sabo Bridge at Night, Minneapolis

Martin Olav Sabo Bridge at Night, Minneapolis

April 2018 — Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in Minneapolis. The lit up bridge crosses Haiwatha Avenue in South Minneapolis.

Minneapolis I-35W Bridge and Downtown Skyline at Night

Minneapolis I-35W Bridge and Downtown Skyline at Night

September 2017 — Downtown Minneapolis Skyline with I35W bridge crossing the Mississippi River.

Minneapolis Downtown Skyline and Mississippi River at Sunset

Minneapolis Downtown Skyline and Mississippi River at Sunset

June 2017 — Mississippi River, Minneapolis

St. Croix Crossing Bridge: Minnesota-Wisconsin Connection

St. Croix Crossing Bridge: Minnesota-Wisconsin Connection

June 2017 — From Wiki: The St. Croix Crossing is an extradosed bridge that spans the St. Croix River, between Oak Park Heights, Minnesota and St. Joseph, Wisconsin. Connecting Minnesota State Highway 36 and Wisconsin State Highway 64, the bridge carries four lanes of traffic (two lanes in each direction), and includes a bike/pedestrian path on the north side

Concrete Pillars Under St. Paul Bridge During Rainstorm

Concrete Pillars Under St. Paul Bridge During Rainstorm

May 2017 — Underneath a bridge in Saint Paul Minnesota during a rainstorm.

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