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Y Bridge
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National Register of Historic Places

Y Bridge

Also known as Galena Y-Bridge

On the National Register since 199135 years
Open Spandrel Arch Y BridgeListed 1991Galena
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About Y Bridge

Y Bridge, at Jct. of MO 43 and 13, across the James R., was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 23, 1991. The Register lists it for its engineering, transportation and architecture, at the state level. The listing covers 3.3 acres.

What it isBridge over the James River in Galena, Missouri, United States. From Wikidata (CC0). Read about it on Wikipedia ↗

PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 51 MB · National Archives↗
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Make it a walk: 2 landmarks in about 10 minutes

Jct. of MO 43 and 13, across the James R., Galena · about 0.3 miles on foot, as the crow flies

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  1. 1Y BridgeStart here
  2. 2Stone County CourthouseBuilding · 0.3 mi on

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Questions about Y Bridge

Is Y Bridge on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. It was added on May 23, 1991 (Register number 91000591).

Is Y Bridge a National Historic Landmark?

No. It is on the National Register; Missouri has 35 National Historic Landmarks.

Can you visit Y Bridge?

Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.

Where can I read the history of Y Bridge?

In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 51 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.

Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 63821151 · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.