Overview

• The $35.8 million restoration repaired and replaced stones and mortar along the 2,100-foot span to shore up its structure.
• Work wrapped up months ahead of the original spring 2026 deadline after crews pressed through winter and accelerated repairs.
• Built in 1883 for railroad traffic and converted for pedestrians in 1994, the bridge links downtown Minneapolis with the Saint Anthony Falls area.
• During the closure, partial access let people reach the midpoint but blocked a full crossing over the Mississippi River.
• A family-friendly festival with food trucks and live entertainment is planned for Aug. 9 to mark the reopening.