West Liberty Covered Bridge

West Liberty Covered Bridge is a wooden structure crossing Cowles Creek with footpaths on both sides for pedestrian use. It carries vehicle traffic on West Liberty Street while keeping walkers separated from moving vehicles.

Construction began in 2010 after receiving funding from the Ohio Public Works Commission to replace an older concrete culvert at this crossing. Vocational students from the area built the structure, combining education with infrastructure improvement.

Students from a local vocational school built this structure as part of their hands-on education, showing how craftsmanship connects to real-world projects. Today it serves both vehicle and foot traffic on West Liberty Street, becoming part of the community's daily life.

Access is available from both sides of the structure, with safe walking routes clearly defined. Keep in mind this is an active road bridge, so expect vehicle traffic during your visit.

This structure is among the shortest of its kind in North America and was built entirely by students without professional general contractors. The combination of minimal size and student craftsmanship makes it a rare example of education in action.

Location: Ohio

Official opening: 2011

GPS coordinates: 41.79910,-80.94850

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:41