Shanaska Creek Bridge facts for kids
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Shanaska Creek Bridge
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The bridge in 2017
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 Location in Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Nearest city | Kasota, Minnesota |
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| Built | 1875 |
| NRHP reference No. | 81000681 |
| Designated | February 17, 1981 |
The Shanaska Creek Bridge is an old iron bridge in Minnesota. It is also known as the Washington Park Bridge or officially Bridge 4846. This special bridge was built way back in 1875.
It is a type of bridge called a truss bridge. This means it uses a strong framework of triangles to hold up the road. The Shanaska Creek Bridge has been moved two times since it was first built.
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The Bridge's Journey
The Shanaska Creek Bridge has had an interesting history, moving to different places over the years. It was built a long time ago and has served different purposes.
Early Days and First Location
This iron bridge was first built in 1875. It was placed over the Blue Earth River in Minnesota. The company that built it was Soulerin, James, and Company from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It was first located near a town called Vernon Center, Minnesota.
Moving to a New Spot
In 1929, the bridge was moved for the first time. It was placed over Minnesota State Highway 22. Here, it helped Le Sueur County Road 102 cross the highway. At this time, it was the oldest bridge of its kind still standing in Minnesota.
Because it was so old and special, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1981. This list helps protect important historical places in the United States.
Its Current Home
The bridge was moved again in 1984. Its new home is in Lake Washington Park, near Kasota, Minnesota. Now, it carries a path for people to walk and ride bikes. It crosses over Shanaska Creek, giving people a nice way to enjoy the park.
Art on the Bridge
In 2011, an artist named Randy Walker used the bridge for a special art project. He covered the bridge in colorful fabric. This temporary art piece was called Passage. It made the old bridge look very different and bright for a while.
