On the south end, this route connected to a main line to Minneapolis. By 1892, an extension was made to Cathay, several miles further northwest.
This route became important for the young railroad, and provided a connection between Portal, along the Canadian Border, to Chicago. The railroad was a subsidiary of Canadian Pacific Railway, which expanded the connections into western Canada.
By 1961, CP wanted to consolidate the subsidiary railroads. As a result, the Soo Line Railroad was formed by a merger between the Wisconsin Central Railroad; the Duluth, South Shore and Atlantic Railroad and the Minneapolis, St. Paul & Sault Ste. Marie Railway.
The Soo Line inevitably grew larger through other purchases. However, it still remained a subsidiary of Canadian Pacific.
Even today, the Soo remains a "paper railroad". Canadian Pacific owns the route, and operates it as the Carrington Subdivision.
07/17/21
This standard concrete arch bridge crosses over 33rd Street in Valley City.
Built in 1906, this single span concrete arch structure may have originally crossed a waterway.
When constructed, the bridge had little decorative features. However, some small triangle imprints were constructed with the bridge.
Overall, the bridge remains in good condition. It was recently rebuilt with larger walls, which are clearly visible.
The author has ranked this bridge as being locally significant, due to the common design.
The photo above is an overview. The bridge can be accessed from the road it crosses.