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DNR asking for public’s help Tank Creek bridge fire

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June 5, 2025

The public’s help is needed with the Wisconsin DNR’s investigation into a fire that destroyed a bridge along a popular outdoor trail near Trempealeau last month.

A fire on May 15 destroyed the bridge over Tank Creek. It is one of 21 bridges on the Great River State Trail that runs between Onalaska and Trempealeau.

Given the location of the bridge, there isn’t a way to re-route users around the now-closed bridge.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation according to the DNR. That’s why they’re asking for assistance.

“Any information from the public will be welcomed,” said DNR Lt. Warden Chris Shea. “Even if the information seems too small to matter, it may be important to find the cause of the fire that destroyed the Tank Creek Bridge.”

The DNR asks the public to share any information with the DNR’s confidential Violation Hotline online or by calling 1-800-847-9367.

Signs are posted at the trailheads on both ends to let people know about the bridge closure.

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Kevin Millard is News Director for WIZM News. A West Salem native, he's spent most of his life, except for a year each in Florida and Wausau, here in the La Crosse area. Broadcasting and the media has been a part of his life since he was filmed in his first commercial in 2nd Grade. Most of his career has been spent working behind the scenes in the newsroom at a local television station. He's been the host of WKTY Outdoors since October 2005.