There’s A Bridge Dedicated Solely To Squirrels In Washington (And It’s Adorable)

One of the best parts of living in Washington is learning about all the quirky attractions hidden around the state. One hidden gem is particularly adorable, especially when you learn why it was built. If you've never seen Longview's Nutty Narrows Bridge, allow us to introduce you.

The Nutty Narrows Bridge spans Olympic Way in Longview.

It's exactly what it sounds like: a bridge dedicated to the safe crossing of squirrels.

It all started in the early 1960s, when Amos Peters, the owner of a construction contracting firm, had the unfortunate experience of watching squirrels get flattened trying to cross Olympic Way.

It was a busy street with tall trees, and sadly, the poor little squirrels didn't have a chance.

Peters decided to build a sky bridge to protect the squirrels and keep them from getting squished.

The bridge was built quickly and easily for a total cost of about $1,000.

And so, the Nutty Narrows Bridge was born.

And that bridge has been a Longview landmark for over 50 years.

The bridge was named by a local councilwoman after the Tacoma Narrows Bridge.

It holds the title of both the World's Narrowest Bridge and the World's Narrowest Animal Crossing.

In 2007, the bridge was moved 100 yards east since the trees that were originally supporting it were starting to rot.

As far as we know, the bridge has saved countless little lives, and we're certain the squirrels are thankful.

After Amos Peters passed away in 1984, the huge wooden gray squirrel was constructed in his honor and placed at the library park. During the holidays, the bridge is decorated with little Christmas lights. This adorable bridge is a shining example of why it's so wonderful to call Washington home.