Buttonwood Covered Bridge

The Buttonwood Covered Bridge spans Blockhouse Creek with queen post and king post truss design throughout its wooden structure. The passage is narrow with exposed timber framing visible inside, showing the beams and connections that support the entire construction.

The structure was built in 1898 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980 for its engineering significance. This recognition acknowledged the craftsmanship of its design during a period of important changes in bridge building.

The bridge reflects how late 19th century engineers solved the challenge of protecting wooden structures in rural areas. When you walk through it, you can see the practical carpentry methods used to build a structure that works for local travel needs.

The passage is narrow and has limited headroom, so large vehicles need to proceed carefully or take alternate routes. Expect local traffic when crossing, so plan accordingly if you want to walk through undisturbed.

Among the few remaining examples of its type in the county, this is the shortest span yet handles substantial daily traffic. This small size combined with high usage shows how essential it remains to local travel networks.

Location: Jackson Township

Inception: 1898

GPS coordinates: 41.50989,-77.13011

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:15