The Covered Bridge
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member deano1943
N 39° 09.179 W 080° 02.572
17S E 582701 N 4334189
The Covered Bridge historical marker is at Philippi, east end of bridge along US 250.
Waymark Code: WM217B
Location: West Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 08/19/2007
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member tiki-4
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The Philippi Covered Bridge across Tygart Valley River was built in 1852 by Lemuel Chenoweth of Beverly. Made of wood, with the exception of the iron bolts used to hold the segments together, it is an example of the best in covered bridge architecture and design. It was used by armies of the North and South in the Civil War. In 1934 the bridge was strengthened to permit modern traffic and is today a part of U.S. 250.
Marker Title: The Covered Bridge

Marker Location: Philippi, east end of bridge, US Rt. 250

County or Independent City: Philippi Borough, Barbour County

Web Site: [Web Link]

Marker Number: Not listed

Marker Program Sponsor: Not listed
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