Centennial Covered Bridge, Pedestrian covered bridge in Cottage Grove, Oregon
Centennial Covered Bridge is a wooden footbridge that crosses the Coast Fork Willamette River in Cottage Grove. It was built as a smaller replica of an earlier bridge design using salvaged timber from two dismantled structures.
The bridge was completed in 1987 to mark the centennial anniversary of Cottage Grove's founding. It incorporated timber salvaged from two earlier Lane County bridges, connecting past construction methods with the present.
The bridge was built by local volunteers who kept traditional woodworking skills alive in their community. Visitors can see this craftsmanship today in how the wooden beams fit carefully together.
The bridge sits next to Main Street in downtown Cottage Grove and is easy to reach on foot. It serves both pedestrians and cyclists who need to cross the river.
A time capsule filled with 1980s artifacts was sealed inside the bridge during construction and remains there today. This hidden collection offers visitors a glimpse into the era when the structure was built.
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