Frequently Asked Questions: Waterford Iron Bridge Replacement
What will happen to the Iron Bridge?
As long as it continues to pass safety inspections, the Iron Bridge would be left in place
for the period of new bridge construction to allow for river crossing. After the new
bridge is in place, the Iron Bridge will be closed to public use, pending future plans to
renovate and re-use it for pedestrian and bicycle crossing. Because of the historical
significance of the bridge, the Township of Waterford hopes to be able to follow through
on these plans, but a funding source for the renovation and maintenance of the Iron Bridge
has not been identified.
Other FAQs
- Why does the Iron Bridge need replacement?The single lane Iron Bridge is listed as number one on the State of Minnesota’s...
- What is the recommendation of the Arboretum Committee?The Arboretum Committee recommends that the College Board of Trustees approve the donation of a transportation...
- What type of bridge will be built?The new bridge will allow for two lanes of traffic (one lane in each direction)...
- Where will the new bridge be built?The new bridge will be built slightly upstream of the Iron Bridge on land owned...
- What will happen to the Iron Bridge?As long as it continues to pass safety inspections, the Iron Bridge would be left...
- What was the process used to determine the future bridge location?Members of the Arboretum Committee, as well as other college representatives, have discussed the bridge with...
- Who was involved in the discussion regarding the Iron Bridge replacement?Members of the Arboretum Committee, the Dean of the College Office, the Vice- President and Treasurer,...
- What impact will there be on the Carleton Arboretum?While the Arboretum Committee worked hard to minimize impact, some negative impacts are inevitable. There are...
- How big an area of the Arboretum will be impacted?The Arboretum is 880 acres in size. The area impacted by building the new bridge...
- What benefits will there be to the Carleton community?As part of the bridge construction, the Township of Waterford has agreed to develop a formal...
- When will the new bridge be built?Engineering work is expected to be completed by July. Depending on permitting and funding, construction will...
- Who should I contact if I still have questions?Contact Arboretum Director Nancy Braker, or any other member of the Arboretum Committee. Current Arboretum Committee...