Beaver Creek Stone Arch Bridge
Posted by: 
buckeyealum
N 40° 43.827 W 080° 37.364
17T E 531857 N 4508903
Located alongside of Leslie Rd., where it intersects Carlisle Rd., traveling to Beaver Creek State Park. It is at the bottom of hill, after passing the campground entrance.
Waymark Code: WM54C1
Location: Ohio, United States
Date Posted: 11/09/2008
Views: 19
The stone arch bridge was once where the old road passed. Local historians have told me that they believe it dates to the very early 1800's, thus, it was probably built soon after the earliest settlers arrived. It is constructed of cut sandstones that were quarried nearby. The Sandy & Beaver Canal was built near here in the 1830's. The area was a thriving community know as Williamsport.
What type of traffic does this bridge support?: once supported horse/oxen drawn wagons, and later motor vehicles
What kind of gap does this bridge cross?:
Crosses a small stream
Date constructed: Early 1800's
Is the bridge still in service for its original purpose?: No
Name of road or trail the bridge services: At one time, the Old Williamsport Rd.
Location:
Columbiana County, Ohio
Length of bridge: Not listed
Height of bridge: Not listed
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