The Veterans Memorial Truss Bridge was built between 1933 and 1935, it was 4,380 ft long. It was opened as a toll bridge on January 18th 1936. On September 26th 1947 the bridge was finally free of tolls. This bridge was removed in 2010. The new bridge is 4,300 ft long with its main truss spanning 625 ft. The original concrete pillars and commemorative plaques were retained and reinstalled to continue recognition of the new bridge as the Veterans Memorial Bridge.

On May 20th 1995 The Veterans Memorial Bridge was dedicated to the men and women of our armed forces who responded to our country's highest call to preserve the principles of freedom and democracy and to those of future generations who will bravely follow in their footsteps in the quest of worldwide peace. The new bridge commemorative plaques are displayed just south of the bridge. See pictures below.

Henry Doorly Zoo

South Omaha's Veterans Memorial Bridge serves both as a memorial to our servicemen and a gateway to South Omaha and the rest of the city. Nearby you will find restaurants from 24th Street to Vinton Street, the Henry Doorly Zoo, the Lauritzen Gardens and nearby downtown filled with shops and restaurants. Heading in other directions, Mount Vernon Gardens with photographic scenery nearby Mandan Park with trails and picnic areas, Lake Manawa with scenic views.

13th Street

Head 5 miles east o Lake Manawa by bike, foot or vehicle.

Head north 3 miles to Downtown and visit the Henry Doorly Zoo or Lauritzen Gardens

Heading south toward Bellevue you will find

Mt Vernon Gardens, Mandan Park

Riverfront and parks

viewing of the river from many locations

biking and walking

many bike and pedestian paths

resteraunts

A variety of food venues just west of the bridge

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