This bridge on Lewis Street appears to be the rebuilt bridge of 1905 as a second, smaller truss has been added to the south side. Until bridged, the Skykomish River formed a formidable barrier between the town of Monroe and the rich farms of the Tualco Valley. The financial panic of 1893 almost prevented the first bridge from being built, but it was finally completed in 1894 and rebuilt in 1905. The 150-foot span across the main channel, coupled with another 75-foot span across the slough to the south of it and a 300-foot trestle connecting the two finally allowed for easy travel between Monroe and the Tualco Valley. A steel girder bridge replaced it in 1915. The photo looks east, upstream. Monroe Historical Society Photo 172. If you know more about this picture, please contact the Monroe Historical Society at (360) 217-7223.
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