Jon Raab Covered Bridge on private property in Fairfield County, Ohio

Jon Raab Covered Bridge

The Jon Raab Covered Bridge is a structure built in 1891 located on private property near Colfax, visible from the road but not publicly accessible.

Colfax Covered Bridges Fairfield County Ohio Private Property
Ohio
Fairfield County
Colfax
1891
39.6531, -82.5839
Private Property - No Public Access
Unknown
Multiple Kingpost Truss
65

About Jon Raab Covered Bridge

The Jon Raab Covered Bridge is an 1891 structure now located on private property near Colfax in Fairfield County. The bridge can be viewed from the public road but is not directly accessible to visitors.

History of Jon Raab Covered Bridge

Built in 1891 during the final era of widespread covered bridge construction in Ohio, the Jon Raab Bridge served local transportation needs before being relocated to private property. Its preservation on private land has helped maintain this piece of county history.

Architecture and Design

The bridge features construction typical of late 19th-century Fairfield County covered bridges. While not accessible for close inspection, its profile visible from the road shows the classic covered bridge form that characterized the era.

Visiting Jon Raab Covered Bridge

The bridge is located on private property near Colfax and can be viewed from the public road. Visitors should respect the property owner's privacy and photograph from a distance using the public right-of-way. Do not enter the private property without permission.

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