Roebling Bridge


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Granite Falls Bridge Lighting Policy
Lighting of the Granite Falls Walking Bridge promotes the City, State and Federal holidays, and other public events of community significance. The City of Granite Falls may accept community request for special lighting to recognize a specific cause or to commemorate or enhance a specific event consistent with this purpose. Specifically excluded would be lighting to celebrate birthdays, personal anniversaries, or events that are primarily private in nature.

Application Process:
All requests must be submitted in writing, along with contact information for the organization or individual. Request must also include a description of the event, date of the event, and color of lighting requested. Request should be submitted with enough time to present to council before the event is scheduled. The City Manager and Mayor may waive this requirement in instances where a notice is not practical.

History:
Granite Falls’ historic footbridge was built in 1935 under license from the Roebling Company—the firm famous for designing the Brooklyn Bridge. Years of service and floodwaters had taken its toll on the 280-foot suspension bridge. Preservation work included replacing deteriorated steel members, raising the east end of the bridge deck six feet, and strengthening the river piers. A new east approach ramp, additional concrete deck panels, and a fresh coat of paint rounded out the restoration project. 

Application for Special Lighting

Bridge Lighting Calendar 

January

  • Martin Luther King Day- Red, White, Blue

February

  • Valentine’s Day – Pink/Red
  • Presidents day – Red, White, and Blue

March

  • St Patrick’s Day- Green, Gold

April

  • Arbor Day – Green

May

  • Cinco De Mayo
  • Mother’s Day – Pink
  • Law Enforcement Memorial Day – Blue
  • Memorial Day – Red, White, Blue

 June

  • Flag Day- Red, White, Blue
  • Father’s Day- Light Blue
  • Western Fest- Blue

July

  • Independence Day – Red, White, Blue

August

September

  • Labor Day- Red, White, Blue

October

  • Halloween- Orange

 November

  • Veterans Day- Red, White, Blue
  • Thanksgiving- Orange and Red

December

  • Christmas- Red, Green