There's a small town covered bridge in Scipio, Indiana that is one of the last remaining in the state. Locals are making sure that it never goes away. Scroll on to learn all about this history of this beautiful bridge.
One of just two covered bridges left in Jennings County, a region in southern Indiana, Scipio Covered Bridge is a small town landmark that locals cherish.
This small town covered bridge is one of the rare ones that are still open to traffic today, and you can still take a vehicle through this amazing bridge if you go slowly.
Locals know to honk their horn as they're going around the curve or while they're inside the bridge to warn possible oncoming traffic that they are coming into or exiting the bridge.
Built between 1886 and 1887, the bridge is about 124 feet long and was made using the Howe Truss design, which was popular in that day. A construction company out of Toledo did the job for $600.
The bridge was rehabilitated in 1984 and again in 2015 with a larger project to repair semi truck damage. It was actually completely refurbished for more than $540,000.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this bridge sees about 50 vehicles per day and is a popular place for stylish photos.
The bridge looks excellent at any time of the year as its red exterior stands out perfectly against all the seasons and any weather. It's worth a drive through the country to see this beautiful piece of architecture.
If you've ever been through this small town covered bridge, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us below in the comments.
For more like this, check out 10 amazing covered bridges in Indiana.
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