Bushnell, Nebraska: Original Lincoln Highway Bridge
Tiny century-old bridge on a dirt road that was once America's premiere cross-country highway. The bridge's concrete sides were given a fresh coat of red-white-blue Lincoln Highway paint in September 2023.
- Address:
- 1st St., Bushnell, NE
- Directions:
- I-80 exit 8. Turn north onto NE-53C. Drive 2.5 miles. After you cross the train tracks, turn left onto the dirt road (unmarked 1st St.). You'll soon see the tiny bridge straight ahead.
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There is no marker stating the significance of the bridge, but the fresh paint helped.
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