The Most Unforgettable Stops Along Route 66

Lake Overholser Bridge carries travelers across the North Canadian River area in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, near Route 66 Park. Construction began in 1924, and the bridge opened to traffic in 1925, just before Route 66 officially became one of America’s great numbered highways.

Its significance comes from its sturdy design and long connection to early motor travel. Bridges like this helped turn cross-country driving from a daring idea into a real American possibility. It is worth seeing for its quiet beauty, engineering history, and place in Oklahoma’s proud Route 66 story.