The Rio Linda archway was renovated once in 1985, and as part of Rio Linda’s Centennial Celebration volunteers came together on Saturday August 25th to renovate the arch once again. Angel Cardenas of Good Day Sacramento was there to report on the event.
The original arches were constructed at seven locations in the commercial district of Marysville in 1911 as supports for overhead electric lines used by the electric trolley system. Thousands gathered the evening of December 20, 1911 to watch the ceremonial lighting of the arches.
In 1925, the arch from 3rd and C street was donated to the Rio Linda Grange. With the help of several volunteers and use of PG&E equipment the arch was dismantled and transported to Rio Linda. On July 23, 1926, the repaired arch was dedicated at the intersection of Rio Linda Blvd and M street where it still stands as a historic landmark.
