Beverly in Randolph County, West Virginia — The American South (Appalachia)
Beverly Covered Bridge
Site of old covered bridge on Staunton & Parkersburg Turnpike built in 1847 by Lemuel Chenoweth (1811-87). Burned during Civil War, he rebuilt it in 1873. Dismantled by state in 1951. Chenoweth's home, built in 1847, is southeast of old bridge site.
Erected by Beverley Woman's Club, Beverly Town Council, and West Virginia Division of Culture and History. (Marker Number RH2.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Bridges & Viaducts. In addition, it is included in the Covered Bridges, and the West Virginia Archives and History series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1847.
Location. 38° 50.521′ N, 79° 52.53′ W. Marker is in Beverly, West Virginia, in Randolph County. Marker is at the intersection of Bridge Street (County Road 37-8) and Water Street, on the right when traveling east on Bridge Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Beverly WV 26253, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Lemuel Chenoweth House (here, next to this marker); Rowan House (within shouting distance of this marker); Jonathan Arnold House (within shouting distance of this marker); Crozet - Chenoweth / Rich Mountain (within shouting distance of this marker); Laura Jackson Arnold (within shouting distance of this marker); Adam Crawford House (within shouting distance of this marker); Peter Buckey House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Occupied Beverly (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Beverly.
Also see . . . The Chenoweth House. Page from the Historic Beverly web site. (Submitted on October 16, 2009, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia.)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 4, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 16, 2009, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia. This page has been viewed 969 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 16, 2009, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia.