Cedar Covered Bridge Replica

The new Cedar Covered Bridge replica is complete. A dedication ceremony took place on Saturday, October 9th during the 2004 Madison County Covered Bridge Festival. Governor and Mrs. Vilsack were on hand to proclaim Winterset an “Iowa Shines” community and to cut the ribbon at the dedication. A wine and cheese reception followed inside the bridge. The reception was hosted by the Madison County Covered Bridge Preservation Association and sponsored by Summerset Winery, Fareway, Farmers All Natural Creamery, Golden Ridge Cheese Cooperative, Northern Prairie Chevre Cheese, and All American Turf Beauty.

Final construction work on the Cedar replica. (August 5, 2004)

The side sections of the Cedar Covered Bridge replica are set in position. (June 24, 2004)

Another view showing the cross braces connecting the side sections. Note the new approach which will connect the bridge floor with the roadway. (June 24, 2004) For more information on Cedar Bridge, visit cedarcoveredbridge.com.