Built in 1553 by order of Emperor Charles V, the bridge crosses the Southern Imera River (also known as the Salso) and takes its name from the nearby Mount Capodarso. Originally designed as a single humpback arch, the bridge was intended for pedestrians and pack animals. The coat of arms of the Moncada family can still be seen today. Over the centuries, the bridge underwent several modifications to adapt to traffic needs. In 1863, two side arches were added, and the roadway was widened to allow carts to cross. Later, in 1943, it was damaged during the retreat of German troops and rebuilt the following year. In 1961, an exceptional flood caused a new collapse, but the bridge was reopened to traffic in 1962.
Today, the Capodarso Bridge is an integral part of the Monte Capodarso and Southern Imera Valley Nature Reserve, a protected area offering numerous hiking trails surrounded by unspoiled wilderness. The reserve hosts a rich biodiversity, with flora and fauna typical of the region, and represents an important historical and cultural heritage of Sicily.