Our Lady of St. Joseph Shrine Stone Arch Bridge - Apple Creek, Missouri
Posted by: 
paulspaper
N 37° 36.840 W 089° 45.138
16S E 257070 N 4166551
Beautiful old stone arch bridge across a small stream.
Waymark Code: WM3H44
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 04/06/2008
Views: 35
This stone arch bridge is in a very unique area behind St. Joseph's Church in Apple Creek, Missouri. Follow the stations of the cross down the hill, along the side of the church to a natural amphitheatre area with seats and an altar area. The altar area is on the opposite side of a small stream that begins at a spring there. The stone bridge allows the priest to get to the altar without jumping or getting wet.
This village/town is in a very rural area. The village consists of the church property and a few houses. Well worth the visit!
Length of bridge: 10 feet
Height of bridge: 8 feet
What type of traffic does this bridge support?: pedestrians
What kind of gap does this bridge cross?:
stream.
Date constructed: 1950s
Is the bridge still in service for its original purpose?: yes
Name of road or trail the bridge services: Trail to the Altar
Location:
Apple Creek, Missouri
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