The Bridge

The bridge over Apple Creek is a central part of Old Appleton’s story. These milestones were recovered from the community’s original website and describe the restoration completed in 2005–2006.

1982 · Lost to the flood

The bridge was washed away in a flood in 1982. The community’s later restoration effort returned the span to its original crossing.

2005 · The bridge comes home

A May 2005 update reported that reconstruction had begun under a contract with AE Simpson. On September 23, 2005, the main span was lowered onto its upgraded piers. The original website reported that the piers had been raised three feet.

2006 · A community celebration

The bridge rededication took place on April 22, 2006. An update dated April 24 estimated attendance at 200–300 people and thanked the people who planned and worked at the ceremony.