Bennett-Bean Covered Bridge
Bennett-Bean Covered Bridge, Covered bridge in Oxford County, Maine, United States.
Description
The Bennett-Bean Covered Bridge is a covered road bridge crossing the Magalloway River in Oxford County, Maine. The wooden structure features wooden board sides and internal wire cable supports anchored to concrete foundations for stability.
History
The bridge was built in 1901 and served as a vital link connecting remote farms with nearby towns. It remained in regular use for over 80 years before being closed to traffic in 1985.
Culture
The National Register of Historic Places recognized this bridge in 1970 for its representation of early American transportation infrastructure and engineering methods.
Practical
The structure is located south of Wilson Mills and accessible via small country roads. The narrow interior width means only low-clearance vehicles can pass through, so check access conditions before visiting.
Did you know?
The bridge employs Paddleford truss design with diagonal cross members, a structural technique that gives it exceptional strength. This engineering approach was common for covered bridges built in that era.
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