About Mill Branch Covered Bridge
The crossing was originally constructed in 1871 2 over the Mill Branch of the Little Hocking River .3-mile east of OH Route 339 in Belpre Township in Washington County, Ohio. 1 The bridge was moved to the Barlow Fairgrounds in 1980. 3
A five-year process to raise funds towards the restoration of the covered span began in 1995 and in 1999, volunteers replaced and painted the siding, constructed new approaches, and built a new roof. 1 Structural beams were rehabilitated in 2007 by the Righter Company and volunteers.
Structure
Dimensions & Classification
| Structural Form | Through Truss — Kingpost |
|---|---|
| Primary Material | Timber |
| Total Length | 59 feet |
| Deck Width | 12 feet |
| Vertical Clearance | 11.5 feet |
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Sources & Citations
References for this location, in MLA format.
- Shawver, Sam. “Covered bridge group tours six local sites.” Marietta Times, 21 May 2013. Accessed 6 Nov. 2013.
- Fayette County through Muskingum County. Ohio’s Covered Bridges, Arcadia, 2010.
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