The Tridge
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"The Tridge" is the formal name of a three-way footbridge located above the joining of Chippewa and Titabawassee rivers in downtown Midland, Michigan, United States of America. The bridge was constructed in 1981, and also marks the starting point of the Pere Marquette Rail Trail. The bridge has geographical coordinates of . Although being mainly a footbridge, bicycles, skateboards and rollerblades are also allowed on the bridge. Fishing is generally not permitted from the bridge.
The tridge has became an icon of the city in the past two decades, and is the most famous landmark of the downtown area. Each year on Labor Day, the Tridge mimics the Mackinac Bridge to the north, in hosting a "Labor Day walk". In addition, the parks surrounding the Tridge also are a host to many public and private events. Around the holiday time, the tridge is beautifully lighted.
During summer evenings, the Tridge is a popular hangout spot for local teens, largely because it is near the Downtown area and several popular areas. The Trilogy Skatepark is located just a few yards away from the Tridge. Nearby are Pizza Sam's, a pizza and ice-cream shop, and Cafe Milano, a coffee shop.
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