Yellow Bridge Restoration Receives Major Funding from REAP, Hanson Family Foundation and Winnebago Industries Foundation

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Yellow Bridge Restoration Receives Major Funding from REAP, Hanson Family Foundation and Winnebago Industries Foundation

An iconic piece of Forest City’s history is poised for a much-needed revival. The Yellow Bridge, a 1915 pony truss bridge that once spanned the Winnebago River as a footbridge near the Water Plant, has been out of service since 2015 due to safety concerns. For nearly a decade, this beloved landmark has awaited restoration, and now, thanks to the efforts of the Forest City Enhancement Committee, the opportunity to restore this historic structure …