The south end of the bridge is in the city of Newton, while the northern end is in Wade Township. The Pratt through truss bridge was built in 1890 by the Chicago Bridge & Iron Company to replace a derelict wooden bridge.
The southern terminus of the bridge is located in Newton, whereas the northern terminus lies in Wade Township. The Pratt through truss bridge was constructed in 1890 by the Chicago Bridge & Iron Company to replace a dilapidated wooden bridge.