July 22, 2017, We enjoyed the hot summer sun on our ride to the Red Oak Creek Covered Bridge but it was well worth it. Our trip took us to Red Oak Creek Covered Bridge. This beautiful covered bridge is located in Meriwether County. It was built in the 1840's and is 252.5 feet long. It was built with town lattice truss and is also known as Imlac Bridge. Big Red Oak Creek Bridge is often referred to as the longest covered bridge in the state of Georgia, and while the bridge itself is the longest wooden bridge, the longest covered section of bridge still belongs to the Watson Mill.
For well over a hundred years, this "symbol of early life in the state" has been kept in good repair. Through the efforts of the Meriwether Co. Historical Society, the bridge has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places and marked for preservation as a distinctive part of Georgia's heritage. - From "Covered Bridges of Georgia" by Thomas L. French, Jr. & Edward L. French.
Though Red Oak Creek bridge is Georgia's oldest remaining covered bridge, it may also be one of its sturdiest. It is open to traffic once again after minor repairs in 1998 and 1999.
We made new friends and enjoyed some beautiful scenery. The Great South Harley Owners Group #2505 knows how to do it and do it right!
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| A great day with a great group of people! |
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| The historical marker |
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| Outside the leather shop |
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| Checking out the bridge |
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| New friends |
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| Getting the selfie stick ready |
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| Enjoying a little shade |
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| Lady riders |
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| 19 bikes |
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