NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – An old bridge in San Juan County has been rededicated. The Cedar Hill Bridge was built in 1914 over the Animas River. It was the main crossing for vehicles in the area for decades.
In 1989 it was declared unsafe for vehicle traffic, but remained open for foot traffic until 2017 when it was determined to be unsafe due to deteriorating decking.
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However, it has since been restored and reopened for pedestrian use. The county is now exploring the possibility that the bridge could be added to the National Register of Historic Places. Eventually, the bridge will be part of a 2-mile walking loop.