This simple deck girder bridge crosses the Des Moines River in Fort Dodge.
The previous bridge here had a pair of 1891 Parker Through Trusses, fabricated by the Pencoyd Iron Works. The western of these trusses was replaced in 1965, likely due to flooding issues.
As a replacement, the truss would be removed and two new deck girders installed. A concrete pier would be added between the stone.
In 1999, the process was repeated for the second truss. Presently, the bridge features four deck girder spans, set onto a combination of concrete and stone substructures.
A common design, spans like this are common all across the country.
Currently, the bridge remains active as part of the Canadian National mainline.
The author has ranked this bridge as being minimally significant, due to the common design and new age.
The photo above is an overview. The bridge can be accessed from a nearby road.
| Upstream (East Fork) | Gotch Park Trail Bridge |
| Upstream (West Fork) | Dakota City Rail Bridge |
| Downstream | Fort Dodge High Bridge |