100-Year-Old Mississippi River Bridge to Be Imploded

A very old bridge called the Black Hawk Bridge, which is almost 100 years old, is going to be blown up on Friday.

This bridge goes over the Mississippi River and connects Iowa and Wisconsin.

It's special because of its unique design with a big arch and tall towers.

Even though many people love this bridge, it's too narrow and can be dangerous, especially when big trucks meet on it.

Sometimes, boats on the river also hit the bridge.

So, officials have decided to blow it up to build a new, safer bridge.

The new bridge will cost a lot of money and is expected to be ready in 2027.

People can watch the bridge being blown up live online.

After it's gone, some parts of the bridge will be saved as souvenirs, and a tribute will be made in the city.