Locust Creek Covered Bridge State Historic Site

Locust Creek Covered Bridge is a wooden structure crossing a creek in Missouri that displays typical features of 19th-century American bridge design. The covered construction and its riverside setting make it a recognizable landmark in the surrounding landscape today.

The bridge was built in 1868 as an important link along an early trade route through Missouri. It served as part of the developing transportation network that connected the region during the late 1800s.

General John J. Pershing regularly crossed this bridge during his youth, as it stood near his childhood home in Linn County.

The site is located in a rural setting and is easiest to reach by car. The protected grounds include walking paths that let visitors explore the structure and experience the creek from different angles.

The structure was long considered the longest remaining covered bridge in the state and underwent thorough restoration in the 1990s. The elevation work during this restoration changed how water flows beneath it.

Location: Linn County

Inception: 1968

Website: https://mostateparks.com/park/locust-creek-covered-bridge-state-historic-site

GPS coordinates: 39.79167,-93.23417

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:21