Ponn Humpback Covered Bridge

The wooden bridge spans 165 feet across Raccoon Creek with three sections, featuring a raised middle section and protective roof structure.

Constructed in 1874 by Martin McGrath and Lyman Wells for $1,898, the bridge replaced an earlier structure that had been destroyed by fire.

The bridge represents early American engineering, displaying the Burr arch truss design common in 19th-century transportation infrastructure.

The structure stood until 2013, when fire destroyed it, leaving only the original sandstone abutments as evidence of its location.

The bridge's three-span design with an elevated center section made it different from standard covered bridges of the period.

Location: Vinton County

Inception: 1874

GPS coordinates: 39.04778,-82.37639

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29