Red Covered Bridge
Red Covered Bridge is the shortest covered bridge in Perry County at 55 feet. Built in 1886, this Multiple Kingpost Truss bridge crosses Wildcat Creek near Liverpool and is now on private property.
About Red Covered Bridge
Red Covered Bridge is the shortest covered bridge in Perry County, measuring 55 feet in length. Built in 1886, this Multiple Kingpost Truss bridge crosses Wildcat Creek near Liverpool and is located on private property.
History of Red Covered Bridge
Constructed in 1886 by an unknown builder, Red Covered Bridge served the Liverpool community before being bypassed by State Route 1005. The bridge has undergone repairs in 2015 and 2018.
Architecture and Design
The bridge utilizes a Multiple Kingpost Truss design, which is less common than the standard Burr Arch Truss. At 55 feet long and 15 feet wide, it is the shortest covered bridge in the county.
Visiting Red Covered Bridge
Red Covered Bridge is located near State Route 1005, southwest of Liverpool, approximately 2 miles off Route 15. The bridge is on private property but can be viewed from the road.
