Third Avenue Bridge Renovation Photos

Article and photos by Mill District resident Doug Verdier

Work continues on the renovation of the Third Avenue Bridge, with major prep work being done on the base of one of the bridge piers nearest to Main Street.

Also this week, the water level of the Mississippi River below the bridge was lowered about two feet, allowing workers to install new wooden boards along the length of the Horseshoe Dam structure. The boards, which are now installed along the entire length of the Horseshoe Dam, help control the flow of the river in the area.

Removal of damaged outer layer of concrete is underway on this span near Main Street. 

Each span will undergo similar removal and replacement of outer material to below water line.

Horseshoe Dam upstream from Third Avenue Bridge shown high and dry after the river's water level is lowered to allow workers to install new wooden boards that will help control flow over the dam.

Workers first installed metal bars to support and attach wooden boards. A completed section of boards can be seen at top of photo.