National Register of Historic Places

Sumner Bridge

Sumner, Fayette County, Iowa
Listed
June 24, 1998
Type
Structure
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
98000785

About this property

Sumner Bridge is a historic structure located in Sumner, Iowa, United States. It spans the Little Wapsipinicon River for 125 feet (38 m). In June 1916 the Fayette County Board of Supervisors agreed with the supervisors in Bremer County to build this bridge on the county line. The agreement was for Bremer County to take the lead on the planning and for both counties to share the costs. Fred Boedeker was awarded a contract for $7,058 to build this concrete deck girder bridge designed by the Iowa State Highway Commission. The three span structure features concrete abutments and piers with bullnosed cutwaters. The bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1998.

Location

160th St. over Little Wapsipinicon R.
Sumner, Fayette County, Iowa
43.07743, -91.88922

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When was Sumner Bridge listed on the National Register?

Sumner Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 24, 1998.

What type of historic resource is Sumner Bridge?

Sumner Bridge is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Sumner Bridge?

The period of significance for Sumner Bridge is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1916.

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