Cabin Creek Covered Bridge Stabilization Going Forward

WGN KY-68-03

 

TOLLESBORO, KY, February 19, 2009 - Phase I of a steel reinforcement system intended to stabilize a local landmark could be in place within a few weeks. When the stabilization is in place, additional work will be delayed until total funding can be secured to complete the landmark's restoration, as much as $1 million to $1.5 Million. The stabilization has been funded by approximately $500,000 allocated by the National Historic Covered Bridge Preservation Program.

Cabin Creek Covered Bridge is a 114-foot single span bridge built in 1873, and is one of only 12 remaining covered bridges in Kentucky. Also called Rectorville Bridge or Mackey-Hughes Bridge, is currently closed to foot and vehicular traffic.

For the story, go to: http://www.maysville-online.com/articles/2009/02/19/local_news/431cabincreek.txt.