McKee Bridge
Posted by: 
Capt73
N 42° 07.539 W 123° 04.351
10T E 494006 N 4663729
Quick Description: McKee Bridge is Oregon’s southernmost span resting only eight miles from the California border.
Location: Oregon, United States
Date Posted: 8/29/2008 4:31:58 PM
Waymark Code: WM4J4T
Views: 24
Long Description:
It was built in 1917 by John Hartman of Jacksonville and served
until 1956 when it was declared unsafe for vehicular traffic. The
land for the site was donated by rancher Adelbert “Deb” McKee,
whose home had also served as a stage station and halfway point for
the Blue Ledge copper mine which operated until 1919. Relief horses
were kept there for the ore wagons. Lodging was also provided for
travelers.
The 122 ft. span is 45 ft. above the Applegate River, named for
Lindsey Applegate, the pioneer trail blazer who opened the southern
route for Oregon settlers. It is supported by a Howe truss and is
stiffened with flying buttresses. A scenic park, built by the
Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930’s, is adjacent to the
bridge. This is another "must see" covered bridge.
Take highway 238 to Ruch, Oregon. Head south on Applegate Road
following the Applegate Dam signs to the “town” of McKee
Bridge.
Current Condition of Bridge: Foot Traffic ONLY
Web Address: [Web Link]
Description of Covered Bridge:
A Howe truss stiffened with flying buttresses.
Year Built: 1917
Location (Road - City - State - Country): Upper Applegate Rd - "McKee" (years ago) - Jacksonville or Ruch (now) - OR - Jackson Co.
Parking (If not at the bridge):: Not listed
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