Lighted Bridge Repairs Set to Begin - Fundraising Goal Surpassed! The long-awaited repairs to the Lighted Bridge in Adel are officially on the horizon! Dallas County will enter into construction contracts in December 2025, marking an exciting milestone for one of the most recognized landmarks along the Raccoon River Valley Trail. Project Overview The total cost for the bridge restoration — including construction, engineering, and a 10% contingency — is currently estimated at

Trail Rides Raises Support for Bridge and Resurfacing Projects The Raccoon River Valley Trail Association wrapped up September with two successful fundraising rides — “Bridge Us Back” on September 20 and “Pave the Way” on September 27. Nearly 100 riders joined in the fun over the two weekends to support two major trail improvement projects: the rebuilding of Adel’s iconic Lighted Bridge and the resurfacing of the North Loop between Yale and Winkleman Switch. Each event combin

RRVT Trail Infrastructure Updates Bridge Us Back Campaign This is the latest update on the repair of the Lighted Bridge in Adel, which...

Two Major Trail Projects Need Your Support The Raccoon River Valley Trail is facing two significant infrastructure challenges, and we...

Fire-Damaged Lighted Bridge in Adel Faces Long Road to Reopening The beloved Lighted Bridge in Adel, a key feature of the Raccoon River...