Harra Covered Bridge

The Harra Covered Bridge is a historic wooden structure that crosses the South Branch of Wolf Creek in a rural area. It has vertical wooden walls and a metal roof covering the bridge span.

William Meredith built this bridge in 1875 using stones from a quarry on James Harrah's property. The structure represents a Long truss design that was popular in America during that era.

The bridge reflects building practices from the 1800s and draws visitors interested in learning how people engineered structures in rural America. Its construction shows methods that were common in the region and have largely disappeared.

The bridge sits near State Route 339 and Township Road 172, making it accessible from nearby roads. Plan for uneven ground around the structure and allow time for walking and photography.

The name comes from James Harrah, who owned the farm where stones were quarried, but the final letter was dropped when officials recorded it. This minor spelling change in the official record has stuck for over a century.

Location: Washington County

GPS coordinates: 39.48778,-81.64806

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:03