I Street Bridge
Bicycle friendly
The I Street Bridge is the heaviest swinging center bridge in the United States, a historic combined railroad and road bridge spanning the Sacramento River.

πŸ“œ Historic combined railroad and road bridge connecting Sacramento and West Sacramento.
πŸ” Built in 1911, it's 363 feet long, weighs over 7 million lbs, and features a unique swing mechanism.

Why Go

πŸŒ‰ Admire robust steel framework, an example of early 20th-century engineering.
🚒 Witness the bridge pivot 90 degrees to allow ships access to the Sacramento River.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Enjoy stunning views from the bicycle/walking trail along the eastern shore.
πŸ›οΈ Explore a cultural and historical landmark, listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1982.

Why Avoid

🚧 Future plans will reroute car, bus, and bicycle traffic to a new bridge, though rail traffic remains.

Tips

⛴️ Consider a River Ferry Cruise to experience going under the bridge for a unique perspective.

Last updated 8 days ago

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