Ohio Covered Bridges

There is just something about a covered bridge that attracts us. It may be the untold- history hinted at by its weathered look or the distinct architectural craftsmanship that sets one apart from the other. My goodness, there’s even been a feature film about covered bridges. Okay, maybe Bridges of Madison County wasn’t exactly about the covered bridges. In any case, Ohio has many covered bridges – most old and historic and some new. There are various resources to learn the history of these bridges and where to find them. It makes for a great driving-tour. For more information, visit the following Web sites for covered bridges in Ohio:  

• www.dot.state.oh.us/se/coveredbridges/ - It show you a map of Ohio listing each county and the number of covered bridges it has. The county name has a hyperlink to a detailed driving map for the curious to use to go and view the bridges. Note, Ashtabula county in northeast Ohio and Fairfield county in central Ohio top the list with 16 covered bridges each.
• http://www.coveredbridgefestival.org/bridges.htm - Here, you’ll find pictures, details, location and historical notes about the bridges of Ashtabula county.
• www.visitfairfieldcountyoh.org/coveredbridge.html - Fairfield county’s covered bridges are found here with pictures, maps and details regarding each.
• www.members.aol.com/jreinhl/tours/tour-ndx.htm - Provides detailed directions and touring information for covered bridges found all over the state.

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