Did you know the Broadway Bridge has a captivating story woven into Portland’s rich tapestry of growth and progress?

✅ First opening its majestic spans on April 22, 1913, the Broadway Bridge quickly became a vital lifeline for our city. As the years passed, it transformed and evolved to accommodate the changing needs of a bustling metropolis.
✅ From horsecars to streetcars, cars to buses, bikes, and pedestrians, the Broadway Bridge has gracefully adapted, connecting communities across generations.
✅ The entire structure totals 1,613 feet in length. It consists of a 278-foot double-leaf Rall bascule main channel draw span, three Pennsylvania-Petit Through truss spans of 270 feet, 286 feet, and 297 feet on the western approach, and one Pennsylvania-Petit Through truss of 297 feet and one Warren Through truss of 185 feet on the eastern approach.
✅ Originally painted black, it was repainted Golden Gate Red in 1963.
✅ Rising above the Willamette River, the Broadway Bridge isn’t just a pathway; it symbolizes unity, linking Portland’s east and west sides, carrying 30,000 vehicles daily.
✅ Embracing the spirit of inclusivity, the Broadway Bridge offers a dedicated lane for cyclists and pedestrians, treating them to breathtaking panoramas of our beloved river and skyline.
✅ Honoring its heritage, the Broadway Bridge secured its place on the National Register of Historic Places in November 2012, a testament to its enduring importance.

The Broadway Bridge isn’t just steel and concrete—it’s a thread that weaves through the fabric of Portland’s identity, a testament to our past, present, and future.

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