September 26, 2012, Spencerville, IN - A semi-truck driver let his GPS lead him into the Spencerville (also known as the Coburn Bridge) breaking tie-beams and roof supports the length of the bridge.
The 160-foot Coburn Bridge was built in 1873 to cross the St. Joseph River using the Smith Truss.
For the story, go to: http://www.indianasnewscenter.com/news/local/Spencerville-Covered-Bridge-Damaged-171390411.html
[Our thanks to James Crouse & Tom Keating for sharing this story - Ed.]