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Davenport Skybridge Information

View of the skybridge from inside

Davenport's Famed Skybridge is located
at 121 W 2nd St.
 

Summer Hours:
April 1 to October 31 - 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. 

Winter Hours:
November 1 to March 31 - 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Observation Deck closed for safety during Winter

Lighting Color Change Request:
Use this link to make a special request to change the lighting color.

About:

An attraction in and of itself, the Skybridge was constructed as part of the River Renaissance Redevelopment Plan for Downtown Davenport.  Located 50 feet in the air, the walkway provides panoramic views of where the river bends uniquely from east to west.  It is a symbol celebrating Davenport's river heritage.  The skybridge also serves to provide a safe and important connection across busy River Drive and the railroad tracks, bringing downtown Davenport together with the riverfront.

Facts:
Built:  2005
Bridge type:  Cable stayed
Walkway Length:  575 feet
Mast Height:  99 feet
Mast Weight:  67,000 lbs each 
Walkway Floor Height: 50 feet above the centerline of River Drive 
Kaleidoscope Lighting:  224 LED Fixtures

The Skybridge's Structural design was performed by Neumann Monson Architects, while Holabird & Root provided the Mechanical Design.  The Skybridge received the 2006 IDEAS2 Award.