100 YEARS OLD
CENTENNIAL 1855-1955

A new bridge was constructed over the Iowa River in 1999. The old bridge was closed for widening and strengthening purposes. It seemed to take for ever for the construction to be completed. It had been hoped that it would be complete before school closed in the spring, but that did not happen. There had many delays because of high water. The old river road became a detour for those living west of town. 

To celebrate the community held and ice cream social. Then on the new bridge a ribbon cutting was held to mark the event.