Meems Bottom Covered Bridge
While I have posted
pictures of this bridge at Mount Jackson
before, it was closed for repair this spring after the roof was damaged again
by trucks trying to pass through. Height limit signs were always posted but
some people ignored them. Finally the work was completed and the bridge
reopened to traffic. It is one of the few covered bridges still in use in
Virginia.
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At one time, wood and stone were the primary construction materials here.
Wissler Road leading to the bridge now has an overhead warning system
consisting of hanging pipes that will bop the top of a too-tall
vehicle.
In downtown Mount Jackson, I spotted a new mural celebrating the
bridge.
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...they need a solid guard on each approach.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful covered bridge, and very nice mural, too!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful bridge. Great warning system for high trucks. Lovely mural too. Thanks for participating in Monday murals Linda.
ReplyDeleteLove those bridges, I remember seeing some when I was in The States many years ago.
ReplyDeleteSorry for the long gap between visits / comments, the last few months have been strange to say the least. Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne
Hello,
ReplyDeleteI love the covered bridge, the mural is beautiful too.
Take care, have a great day!
A lovely bridge. There's a covered bridge not far from here that was rebuilt- and strictly closed off to vehicles.
ReplyDeleteIt's sad that the truck drivers don't heed the height warnings. These bridges are historical monuments.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous bridge.
ReplyDeletehope they caught up with the dopy driver who ignored those signs and made him pay for the repairs! Beautiful bridge and surroundings. I love cuontry roads.
ReplyDeleteThis bridge is beautiful. I am delighted with it.
ReplyDeleteGreetings.
I'm glad they were able to reopen the bridge and hope that people will use their common sense. It must have damaged their vehicles too. Damaging this bridge is a real shame.
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