Berger Bridge is a bridge that crosses the Juneau River in downtown Rivertown.

Location

Berger Bridge is at the center of the old downtown and was the most photographed scene in all of Rivertown with its iconic towers flanked by skyscrapers. It connects Rivertown Central to the Western Reaches.

History

Berger Bridge is the oldest bridge still standing in Rivertown. Constructed in the early part of the twentieth century, it was reinforced several times but no major modifications in the bridge structure or design. A popular river walk lined both banks.

During a massive demonstration in April 2088, citizens gathered on the bridges to oppose draconian budget cuts to social and public services. The mechanism that raised the bridge broke beneath the weight of the chanting, bouncing protesters and was slated for repair later that year. Repairs were indefinitely postponed due to the superflu epidemic and the bridge has remained stuck in its down position ever since.

Condition

Berger Bridge is a sturdy, heavy bridge that survived the years of social unrest relatively unscathed, besides its mechanical failure.

Inhabitants

The bridge houses no scavengers for purely practical reasons: anyone atop the bridge is exposed in plain sight and the area below the bridge acts as a wind tunnel for cold breezes off the lake, making it an uncomfortable location except for on the hottest summer days.

Contents

Berger Bridge contains no valuables above street level, or below..