A vital river crossing for 63 years
1869
The new bridge was designed to be "high enough and strong enough", because spring floods had destroyed earlier river crossings.
1871
A roof and sidewalls were added to protect the . . . — — Map (db m203016) HM
A multi-purpose building at the Goodhue County Fairgrounds for 37 years
1932-1969
The fair board selected a site for the bridge on the north side of the fairgrounds next to the barns, and it housed poultry exhibits for several years. . . . — — Map (db m203014) HM
Centerpiece of Covered Bridge Park for 27 years
1970
The first annual Chicken Barbecue was sponsored by local businesses and was held on the bridge. Proceeds helped to fund a new swimming pool which was also located in the park. . . . — — Map (db m203011) HM
