Princeton, Illinois: Red Covered Bridge
Built in 1863, was said to be the only remaining covered bridge in Illinois that you can still drive through.
- Address:
- County Rd 1950 E., Princeton, IL
- Directions:
- From downtown Princeton drive north on Main St./IL-26 for about three miles. Turn left at the Historic Red Covered Bridge sign onto County Rd 1990 E. Drive a half-mile to the bridge.
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The bridge seems to have undergone repairs, because there isn't any visible damage. It looks great! Interesting side observation -- there are hundreds of ladybugs climbing the exterior of the bridge. Very delightful. And only bring 12 of your mules. Not 13.
[Abbie Carlon, 11/06/2022]Unfortunately, it was recently seriously damaged by an out-of-state truck driver who took a wrong turn.
[Dawn, 05/11/2021]
The Red Covered Bridge is a beautiful bridge, built in 1863. It's the only one of six remaining covered bridges in Illinois that is still open to regular vehicle traffic.
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A metal plaque attached in 1938 says that the sturdy bridge has defied storms and floods and "well represents the unyielding character of those who erected it."