Indian Creek Covered Bridge

The Indian Creek Covered Bridge spans 49 feet across Indian Creek with a wooden Howe truss design and protective roof covering its structural components.

Two young builders, Ray and Oscar Weikel, constructed this bridge in 1898, which remained in regular use until the completion of US-219 in 1930.

The bridge stands as a testament to 19th-century American engineering methods and represents an era when covered bridges connected rural communities throughout the region.

Located at coordinates 37.546842, -80.575575, the bridge welcomes visitors who can walk through its 11.5-foot-wide passage and examine its historical construction details.

The Monroe County Historical Society initiated the preservation of this bridge in 1965, leading to its listing on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.

Location: Monroe County

Inception: 1898

GPS coordinates: 37.54684,-80.57558

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29