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Dents Run Covered Bridge WV189 |
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 Picture Courtesy of Russell Turner
 Picture Courtesy of Russell Turner
1.5 miles south; erected in 1889 by order of Monongalia County Court. Contract awarded to W. A. Loar with Edward W. Brand as superintendent. Stone abutments built by Loar at cost of $198, with wood framework constructed by Wm. and Joseph Mercer at a cost of $250. Bridge is 40 ft. long, 13 ft. wide, and utilizes the Kingpost truss design. Last covered bridge still standing in county.
WV Dept. of Culture and History
US 19, at junction with County Route 43, west of Laurel Point Monongalia County West Virginia
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