Milford in New Haven County, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)
Jefferson Bridge
Photographed By Michael Herrick, January 7, 2010
1. Jefferson Bridge Marker
Over Mill (Wepawaug) River
First Bridge 1802
Built During
Presidency of Thomas Jefferson
As a Part Of
Milford – New Haven Turnpike
Freelove Baldwin Stow Chapter
N S D A R
Milford, Conn. July 4, 1976
Erected 1976 by Freelove Baldwin Stow Chapter D.A.R.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Bridges & Viaducts. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution, and the Former U.S. Presidents: #03 Thomas Jefferson series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is July 4, 1976.
Location. 41° 13.529′ N, 73° 3.431′ W. Marker is in Milford, Connecticut, in New Haven County. Marker is on River Street, 0.1 miles north of West River Street, on the left when traveling north. Located on the west wall on the bridge. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Milford CT 06460, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Memorial to Three Milford Men (a few steps from this marker); Arctic Engine Co. No. 1 (within shouting distance of this marker); Milford Remembers (within shouting distance of this marker); Milford Town Halls (within shouting distance of this marker); Milford World War I Memorial
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Photographed By Michael Herrick, January 7, 2010
2. Jefferson Bridge Marker
On the bridge wall in the center
Photographed By Michael Herrick, January 7, 2010
3. The Jefferson Bridge Over the Wepawaug River
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on January 14, 2010, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 1,306 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 14, 2010, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
