Van Metre Ford Stone Bridge, bridge in United States of America
Van Metre Ford Stone Bridge is a stone arch structure crossing Opequon Creek in West Virginia. It features three arches made from local limestone with carefully shaped stones fitted together, spanning approximately 165 feet (50 meters) across the waterway.
Built in 1832 by Silas Harry, the bridge was constructed to connect communities across the region and was funded by local taxes. During the Civil War, both Union and Confederate soldiers used it for moving troops and supplies through the area.
The bridge is now open only to pedestrians and offers a quiet walk across the creek. A historical marker at the southeastern end provides information about the bridge's construction and its role in the region.
The bridge stands as a rare survivor of an era when stone construction was being replaced by cheaper wooden alternatives. Its two-century durability contrasts with the trend toward faster, more economical building methods that dominated the region during its lifetime.
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