Bird Ex Rel. Bird v. City of Keokuk

On July 14, 1937, Maxine Bird then six years of age was crossing a bridge in the city of Keokuk which spans a ravine known as “Bloody Run”. The bridge was about 400 feet long and approximately 60 to 70 feet high. It was constructed in 1931 by the Iowa State Highway Commission as a part of the primary road system. It was built of concrete and steel and designed by engineers of experience and ability. On either side of the bridge is a sidewalk for use of the public. It is five feet in width between the railing on the outside and the steel girder on the inside. This girder which is used as a…