Westgaard Bridge
Also known as Souris River Bridge
About Westgaard Bridge
Westgaard Bridge was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Feb 27, 1997. The Register lists it for its engineering and transportation, at the state level. It describes its style as Pratt pony truss bridge, as it does for 2 other North Dakota listings. It was listed as part of Historic Roadway Bridges of North Dakota MPS.
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PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 22 MB · National Archives↗Finding Westgaard Bridge
Across the Sheyenne River, unnamed co. rd., approximately 6 miles N and 1 mile east of Voltaire, in Hendrickson Township, ND
No other Register listing is within a short walk.
Memories of Westgaard Bridge
The record says what it is. Neighbors know what it means.
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Questions about Westgaard Bridge
Is Westgaard Bridge on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes. It was added on Feb 27, 1997 (Register number 97000180).
Is Westgaard Bridge a National Historic Landmark?
No. It is on the National Register; North Dakota has 4 National Historic Landmarks.
Can you visit Westgaard 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 Westgaard Bridge?
In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 22 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 75326157 · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.