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Named for M.J. Jackson, owner of the nearby grist and sawmill, this bridge sets 300 yards downstream of its original location since the 1889 flood. It is a 95 foot Burr Truss bridge with a shallow gable roof and high exterior sides. It crosses Brush Creek 3 1/2 miles south of Breezewood, PA on Township Route 412. County owned.
The Jackson's Mill Bridge has been refurbished and is in excellent condition. A very picturesque bridge. It is driveable.
| Jackson's Mill Bridge Facts and Figures | |
|---|---|
| Location | Located on Towhship Route 412, 3 1/2 miles south of Breezewood, PA. |
| Year Built | 1875 |
| Truss | Burr Truss |
| Length | 95 feet |
| Width | 14 1/2 feet |
| Owner | County |
| Drivable | Yes |
Would you like a covered bridge brochure, complete with all of the general locations of Bedford County's covered bridges? Call the Bedford County Visitors Bureau at (800)765-3331 for your free copy. Or, click on the "Contact Us" button at the bottom of this page to e-mail your request!
There's also a great driving tour inside the Bedford County Visitors Guide. The tour takes about 90 minutes and takes in 6 covered bridges, a bison farm and the elusive Gravity Hill. The Bedford County Visitors Guide is free for the asking.
