New Highway 25 Bridge in Brainerd Set to Open Friday, Nov. 10

After taking seven months to build, the new Highway 25 bridge in Brainerd is set to open tomorrow, Nov. 10.

The bridge will sit over the Burlington Northern Santa Fe railway line. The new bridge is set to last over 60 years, reducing maintenance costs, improving safety and access, and also improving overall drainage. It will also help bring things back to normal for locals who are used to the route.

The project in total cost $6.4 million. There will also be pedestrian access that extends to 28th Street.