This bridge crossing the Roseau River at Dominion City in the Municipality of Emerson-Franklin was unique in Manitoba. Built in 1938, it used a system of triangulated members—trusses—forming a rigid framework. What makes this bridge special was its material; where most truss bridges were made with steel, this one was of wood. Regrettably, the bridge is no longer present. The municipality is considering a proposal to erect a commemorative plaque at the site.
Former location of the timber through truss bridge (August 2010)
Source: Gordon Goldsborough
Former location of the timber through truss bridge (June 2020)
Source: Rose KuzinaSite Coordinates (lat/long): N49.14566, W97.15162
denoted by symbol on the map above
See also:
Historic Sites of Manitoba: Timber Through Truss Bridge (Roseau River, Gardenton, RM of Stuartburn)
Timber Truss Bridge, Manitoba Historic Resources Branch.
We thank Rose Kuzina for providing additional information used here.
This page was prepared by Gordon Goldsborough.
Page revised: 8 October 2020
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