Root Road Covered Bridge
Posted by: 
Karen1962
N 41° 50.003 W 080° 37.207
17T E 531542 N 4631346
One of Ashtabula County's eighteen covered bridges.
Waymark Code: WMDZZW
Location: Ohio, United States
Date Posted: 03/15/2012
Views: 7
Root Road Bridge is a covered bridge spanning the west branch of the Ashtabula River in Monroe Township, Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States. The bridge, one of currently 16 drivable bridges in the county, is a single span Town truss design. During its renovation in 1982-83, the bridge was raised 18 inches (460 mm), and a new center pier was added.
The Ashtabula County Covered Bridge Festival is held at the Ashtabula County Fairgrounds on the 2nd full weekend in October from 8:00am to 5:00pm daily. The Festival includes Official Souvenirs, Crafts, Entertainment, Historic Vehicles and Engines, a Farmers Market, a Quilt Show, Contests, a Parade, and Great Food! There is a small admission fee per person.
Current Condition of Bridge: good - renovated in 1982-83
Web Address: [Web Link]
Description of Covered Bridge:
A 114-foot Town lattice built in 1868, Root crosses the Ashtabula River. It was raised 18 inches during the rehabilitation in 1982/83, and new laminated girders and a center concrete pier were added.
Year Built: 1868
Parking (If not at the bridge):: N 4149.996, W 080 37.162
Location (Road - City - State - Country): Root Road - Pierpont - Ohio - USA
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