Historic Navajo Bridge
🇺🇸United States, Arizona
The Historic Navajo Bridge spans the Colorado River in northern Arizona, United States. Completed in 1929, it is 254 meters long and 142 meters above the river. The steel arch bridge was a vital link, replacing the Lee’s Ferry river crossing to connect Arizona and Utah.
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The Historic Navajo Bridge allowed for more reliable travel than the prior ferry service, facilitating regional development. Its construction involved approximately 460 tons of steel. The bridge is now pedestrian-only, with a parallel modern bridge handling vehicular traffic. It is accessible from U.S. Route 89A, near Marble Canyon, with visitor parking available. The area offers views of the surrounding canyon and river.