National Register of Historic Places

Hildreth Covered Bridge

Marietta, Washington County, Ohio
Listed
February 8, 1978
Type
Structure
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
78002211

About this property

The Hildreth Covered Bridge, also known as the "Hills Covered Bridge" or "Lafaber's Mill Bridge," is a historic covered bridge in Washington County, Ohio, United States. Located off State Route 26 in Newport Township, about 5 miles (8.0 km) east of the city of Marietta, the bridge historically carried Hills Bridge Road over the Little Muskingum River. Construction of the Hildreth Bridge was a long process: the most significant amount of work was done on the bridge in 1878, but the entire construction process occurred between 1871 and 1881. The identity of its builder is unknown. One of three covered bridges that span the Little Muskingum, the Hildreth Bridge is a single-span wooden Howe truss bridge that rests on abutments and piers of ashlar. It features structural elements such as a metal roof, vertical siding, and portals with battens. Due to its great height above the stream below, the bridge has been seen by locals as one of the most impressive of the region's many covered bridges. In 1978, the Hildreth Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, qualifying both because of its place in local history and because of its historically significant construction.

Location

Marietta, Washington County, Ohio
39.42738, -81.36140

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When was Hildreth Covered Bridge listed on the National Register?

Hildreth Covered Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on February 8, 1978.

What type of historic resource is Hildreth Covered Bridge?

Hildreth Covered Bridge is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Hildreth Covered Bridge?

The period of significance for Hildreth Covered Bridge is recorded as the industrial era.

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