Sun sets on iconic triple-arch Buck O’Neil Bridge after replacement opens
The iconic Buck O’Neil Bridge officially closed Monday, Jan. 31, as traffic was diverted to a new bridge with the same name that will continue to carry traffic over the Missouri River.
Opened in 1956, the steel triple-arch bridge was built for $12 million and operated as a toll bridge until 1991.
Originally named The Broadway Bridge, it was renamed the John Jordan “Buck” O’Neil Memorial Bridge in 2016 to honor Negro Leagues manager and Kansas City sports legend Buck O’Neil in 2016.