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April 15th, 2025

 As road construction begins again on the Glenn Highway and the bridges we thought a little walk back in time to the beginning would be good. Be sure to read the caption for each photo

Two horse team is seen pulling logs in shallow water. One man is walking in the water and driving the team. While another man rides a floating logs and guides them with a paddle.

Hauling aggregate through overflow for the Knik River Bridge.

Building forms for one of the concrete piers for the Knik River Bridge.

Pouring footing for pier, one for the Knik River Bridge.

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