The Last Covered Bridge In Wisconsin
Wisconsin once had over 40 covered bridges. The last covered bridge in Wisconsin is located in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. That is just an amazing fact to me.
General Info
| General: | Nestled along the roadside in Covered Bridge Park is a piece of history you can walk through. The pure history behind this landmark commands a visit. |
| Address: | 1700 Covered Bridge Road Cedarburg, Wisconsin |
| State: | Wisconsin |
| County: | Ozaukee County |
| Google Map Location: | Google Map |
| Cost: | FREE |
The Sign Says So
According to the sign above the structure, it is the only standing bridge in the state. That is a cool fact.
A Little History
The bridge was built in 1876, the original span measured 120 feet long and 12 feet wide. It was built by the Town of Cedarburg to replace periodically washed-out bridges. The pine logs used were cut and milled in Baraboo, Wisconsin.
If you are in the area, be sure to at least stop and give this fine piece of history a peek. When in Cedarburg don’t forget to bum around in all their unique shops and visit their winery. It is a historic little town that I found plenty to keep me busy for an entire day.
