Cumberland (Matthews) Covered Bridge - Matthews, IN - Covered Bridges on Waymarking.com

This 183-ft wooden bridge spans the Mississinewa River. It was built in 1877 by William Parks for $722. A flood in 1913 carried the bridge half a mile downriver. It was brought back to its position on rollers. In 1958, it was threatened again, so it was raised three feet. A festival is celebrated at the bridge annually in September. The bridge is on the US National Register of Historic Places.

Current Condition of Bridge: Very good Web Address: [Web Link] Description of Covered Bridge: 183 feet, wood, Howe Truss structure, red sides with white entry ways, supports vehicles one direction at a time Year Built: 1877 Parking (If not at the bridge):: parking is located just northeast of the bridge on the berm of the road. Location (Road - City - State - Country): S 990 E, Matthews, IN, United States

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