1875~ Built to replace a foot-bridge across the Burlington Northern Santa Fe rail line
1910~ Added steel structure to the bridge for the Village's transition to automobiles
1962~ Erected traffic lights to raise safety standards
1980~ Renovated the bridge with a $15,000 budget
2015~ On March 17th, the Hinsdale Village Board signed a contract with Kenny Construction Company to completely replace the old Oak Street Bridge
2015~ On August 25th, a crane lifts the center of the old bridge out and construction begins
2015~ On December 1st, the new Oak Street Bridge opens for public use
Our Goal:
The Hinsdale Historical Society aims to preserve this significant piece of Hinsdale history by sharing stories and photographs of the old Oak Street Bridge.