View Information About HSR Ratings
This bridge was originally built as a three span pin-connected through truss bridge, reportedly in 1897. At some point in its history, likely in the first decades of the 20th century, something happened to the western span and it was replaced with a riveted through truss span with details typical of a ca. 1910-1930 truss. All three spans should be considered to have historic value today.
Bypassed and abandoned, this regionally rare multi-span pin-connected truss bridge with a riveted truss span as well was sentenced to the dumpster thanks to a lack of vision. The reason for the demolition was becuase one of the stone piers is deteriorating. Rather than spend the $476,784.03 on repairing the pier, the county chose to spend that money to wipe this bridge off the face of the earth. This represents a waste of heritage and a waste of money! What is sad, is the fate of this bridge was decided by the Kendall County Forest Preserve Commission. What is the purpose of the Forest Commision? Recreation and preserving natural areas, which this bridge greatly complimented. This bridge was located near to a canoe launch. What will people paddling down the Fox River admire now? The ugly slab of concrete that carries Whitfield Road today? This bridge was a centerpiece attraction for recreation on the river. It is shameful that such a rare bridge was so carelessly discarded by an agency that has as its goal the bettering of recreational opportunities for people in the area. On top of this, it appears this is the last remaining truss bridge of any kind in the county. Thanks to this horrible decision, Kendall County will earn the dubious distinction of becoming a "trussless" county, which indicates a failure to preserve even a single historic metal truss bridge.
This historic bridge has been demolished. This map is shown for reference purposes only.
Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
Search For Additional Bridge Listings:
Bridgehunter.com: View listed bridges within 0.5 miles (0.8 kilometers) of this bridge.
Bridgehunter.com: View listed bridges within 10 miles (16 kilometers) of this bridge.
Additional Maps:
Google Streetview (If Available)
GeoHack (Additional Links and Coordinates)
Apple Maps (Via DuckDuckGo Search)
Apple Maps (Apple devices only)
Android: Open Location In Your Map or GPS App
Flickr Gallery (Find Nearby Photos)
Wikimedia Commons (Find Nearby Photos)
Directions Via Sygic For Android
Directions Via Sygic For iOS and Android Dolphin Browser
USGS National Map (United States Only)
Historical USGS Topo Maps (United States Only)
Historic Aerials (United States Only)
CalTopo Maps (United States Only)
© Copyright 2003-2024, HistoricBridges.org. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: HistoricBridges.org is a volunteer group of private citizens. HistoricBridges.org is NOT a government agency, does not represent or work with any governmental agencies, nor is it in any way associated with any government agency or any non-profit organization. While we strive for accuracy in our factual content, HistoricBridges.org offers no guarantee of accuracy. Information is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. Information could include technical inaccuracies or errors of omission. Opinions and commentary are the opinions of the respective HistoricBridges.org member who made them and do not necessarily represent the views of anyone else, including any outside photographers whose images may appear on the page in which the commentary appears. HistoricBridges.org does not bear any responsibility for any consequences resulting from the use of this or any other HistoricBridges.org information. Owners and users of bridges have the responsibility of correctly following all applicable laws, rules, and regulations, regardless of any HistoricBridges.org information.
