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Historic Mississippi Bridge Imploded, Making Way for New Replacement

Historic Mississippi Bridge Imploded, Making Way for New Replacement

Update: 2025-12-19
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Witness the demolition of the historic Black Hawk Bridge, a century-old Mississippi River connector between Iowa and Wisconsin. Explosives brought down the bridges center and truss, leaving parts submerged in the river. Despite bittersweet feelings, the narrow bridges removal paves the way for a modern replacement, as residents plan to salvage materials for keepsakes and a tribute.

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Historic Mississippi Bridge Imploded, Making Way for New Replacement

Historic Mississippi Bridge Imploded, Making Way for New Replacement