Bay Covered Bridge
BAY BRIDGE (1876) (Also called TINKER) Moved from its original site over Little Raccoon Creek in 1967 (near Lake Rupert) to the Vinton County Junior Fairgrounds which is 1 1/2 miles north of McArthur on State Route 93.
The move was precipitated by the construction of Lake Rupert. The bridge remains a unique attraction on the fairgrounds and is open to pedestrians.
Where it is:
Vinton County Junior Fairgrounds which is 1 1/2 miles north of McArthur on State Route 93.
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The Bay Bridge was built in 1876. It once rested over Little Raccoon Creek, but was moved to the Vinton County Fairgrounds in 1967. Today, the 63-foot long multiple Kingpost truss bridge is open to pedestrians. It is visible from State Route 93 North when the fairgrounds are closed.
GPS:
39°16’10.71″ N 82°28’29.556″ W
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Open when the fairgrounds are open, it is visible from State Route 93 North when the fairgrounds are closed.
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