| Born |
19 Dec 1831, Beards Mill on Locust Creek, Pocahontas, WV |
| Died |
13 Aug 1897, Nr. Odessa,
Lafayette, MO |
| Married |
Elizabeth Martha Jordan, 25
Mar 1858, Jamesport, Daviess, MO |
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LOCUST CREEK COVERED BRIDGE
Built in 1888 by R.N. Bruce this bridge is 113 feet in length and
was built in accordance with the double Warren truss system, near
the Josiah Beard Mill. Records indicate that a bridge was located on
this site as early as 1822, but it is not known if it was covered.
Locust Creek Bridge was completely restored in 2002.
To locate this bridge from Hillsboro, WV drive south on US 219 to
Locust Creek Road 20. Turn left and drive 3.3 miles to a stop sign,
turn right and the bridge is located approximately 150 feet ahead |