499 Bridge Access

The 499 Bridge at mile 10.1 on the Index-Galena Road is the end of the county-maintained segment of the road and is also an area prone to chronic flood damage. The road is typically gated at this point in the late fall and remains closed through early spring with boaters anxiously awaiting the opening date. When it is closed you can put in here, roadside river access is available on the upstream river right side of the bridge, or hike up the road with your boat.