The Fairview Lift Bridge
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Wheelchair accessible
A railroad lift bridge that was only lifted once and became obsolete before construction was finished.

šŸ“œ Railroad lift bridge spanning the Yellowstone River, connecting North Dakota and Montana.
šŸ” Only lift bridge in North Dakota, with a twin crossing the Missouri River in Montana.

Why Go

šŸš¶ Open for use as a walking path, along with the adjacent Cartwright Tunnel
šŸŒ‰ Impressive height (100 feet) and views over the Yellowstone River
šŸ“œ Rich history as a railroad and former automobile bridge, built in 1913
šŸ’” Community hosts an annual 'Lighting of the Bridge' event

Tips

šŸ…æļø Access via Sundheim Park, located off ND-200/MT-200 near Cartwright, ND and Fairview, MT.

Cost

šŸ’° Free admission.

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