Harshaville Covered Bridge closing March 18

HARSHAVILLE, Ohio | Plans are moving forward for a $536,000 renovation of the Harshaville Covered Bridge in Adams County.

According to Adams County Engineer David C. Hook, Harshaville Covered Bridge on Graces Run Road in Oliver Township will be closed to all through traffic for renovations beginning March 18.

Officials expect the renovations of the covered bridge to be completed by July 15.

The July timeline for the project is part of the dedication of the Harshaville Covered Bridge section of the John Hunt Morgan Heritage Trail, scheduled for late July, officials said.

The Harshaville Bridge was one of very few bridges not destroyed as Morgans Raiders made their way through the area during the Civil War.

The renovation is needed to ensure the historic aspect of the covered bridge isn't lost, will maintaining a safe and efficient travel route for the public.

Renovations include replacement of sections of truss, steel beams, roof and siding, installation of a glue-laminated floor, abutments and piers reconstruction.

Clearance will be increased to help accommodate larger vehicle traffic, approaches will be improved and will include guardrail installation, and the entire structure will be painted and sealed with fire-retardant, graffiti-resistant material.

A 1930s era photo is being used to restore the bridge's appearance.

Funding for the project is being provided by the National Historic Covered Bridge Program, the Transportation Enhancement Program through ODOT and local Motor Vehicle Gas Tax funds.

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Harshaville Covered Bridge closing March 18