Port Royal Covered Bridge- - Covered Bridges on Waymarking.com

Located in Port Royal State Park near Adams, TN, this bridge has been the scene of several unfortunate events. The date of the first bridge built at the crossing is unknown, however it is known that it was washed away in the Flood of 1866. In 1903, a second bridge was built. Disaster occurred when the bridge collapsed while workmen were removing false support timbers, sending three workmen and one bystander into the river. One of them died in the fall. The bridge was rebuilt in 1904 and served the area until 1955, when a new concrete and steel bridge was erected along side it. The old covered bridge deteriorated until it collapsed into the river in 1972.

In 1977, when the area was acquired by the state, the bridge was once again rebuilt. Disaster would strike again when on June 10, 1998, flooding and tornado activity severely damaged the bridge. When the waters receded, only half of the bridge remained.

Current Condition of Bridge: About half of the bridge remains. Web Address: [Web Link] Description of Covered Bridge: The Port Royal Covered Bridge is an example of a Howe truss design and is significant due to its composition of wood. It was reserved only for foot travel. Year Built: 1977 Location (Road - City - State - Country): Country Parking (If not at the bridge):: Not listed

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