Current Description The Mangaweka Cantilever Bridge spans the Rangitīkei River approximately 1.5 kilometers east of the village of Mangaweka, situated below the surrounding hills at the valley floor. The border between Manawatu and Rangitīkei counties runs along the river, so the bridge crosses both counties. The bridge is part of the Ruahine Road Reserve and is located approximately 30 meters north of the new Mangaweka Bridge (2022). Situated in an area known for its outstanding scenery and natural features, the bridge provides a vantage point from which to appreciate the natural landscape, particularly the striking Papa Cliffs and the Rangitīkei River. The dramatic and remarkable scenery is due to the scale of the steep river gorge, further enhanced by its strong contrast to the surrounding grassland and the meandering river. Extreme flooding following the establishment of the Kawhatau settlement