Historic Bridges of the U.S. | Banning Mill and Crossing

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Remains of the east approach

Photo taken in 1998 by Jason Smith

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Remains of the west approach

Photo taken in 1998 by Jason Smith

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Close up of pier and abutments on the east side

Photo taken in 1998 by Jason Smith

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Dedication of the site on 11 July, 1998

This was the official ceremony to dedicate the mill and bridge as a national historic landmark. The site is privately owned.

Photo taken by Jason Smith

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Close-up of the plaque part 1

Photo taken by Jason Smith

Overview: Lost bridge over Big Sioux River on 267th Street just south of Hwy. 42 and Iverson Bridges near East Sioux Falls
Location: Minnehaha County, South Dakota
Status: Collapsed
History: The bridge was built three times in its lifetime: 1884, 1895, and 1899. While it was washed away the first two times, the bridge collapsed under a herd of cattle the third time. It was never rebuilt.
Inventory number: BH 36198 (Bridgehunter.com ID)