Everett Covered Bridge
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Location submitted by: sdonley on 10/19/2019
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PANICd#: 2114
It is believed that this bridge was built after a tragic accident took place where a local farmer lost his life while trying to cross the river during a winter snow storm.
2247 Everett Rd
Peninsula , OH 44264
Phone: (330) 657-2752
Open to the public: Yes
https://www.nps.gov/cuva/learn/hist...
Lat: 41.204440
Lon: -81.580980
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Demographic Rank: 0
History: 1
Stories: 2
Claims: 4
Evidence: 0
Resources: 4
Retrievals: 10269
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History
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The original Everett Covered Bridge, which crosses Furnace Run, is the only remaining covered bridge in Summit County. When it was built in the 1800s, it was one of over 2,000 in the state. During that period, Ohio led the nation in covered bridge construction. This bridge played an important role in the transportation system of its time. Local histories emphasize the role of the Ohio & Erie Canal. With the canal, farmers could ship products to Cleveland and beyond. But to get to the canal and other local destinations, people needed functional roads. The bridge that stands on the location today is a reconstruction.
Added by: sdonley on 07/24/2022
DB#:571
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Stories
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The covered bridge along Everett Road was supposedly built only after a carriage was swept away in the flooded river crossing. People have reported feeling uneasy in the area surrounding the bridge. Ghostly vapors and partial apparitions have reportedly appeared in photos taken at the bridge.
Added by: sdonley on 07/24/2022
DB#:1566
Source(s):
https://www.ohioexploration.com/paranormal/hauntin...
On a winter night in 1877, valley farmers John Gilson and his wife had to cross Furnace Run when returning home from visiting friends. A winter storm had caused the waters to rise and ice to obstruct the ford they would have used. In passing around the ford, Mrs. Gilson was thrown into the stream. Mr. Gilson lost his footing and was dragged by his horse into deeper water. Mrs. Gilson was rescued, but Mr. Gilson's body was not recovered until four days later.
Added by: sdonley on 07/24/2022
DB#:1567
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Claim # | Added | Added By | Claim |
3262 | 07/24/2022 | sdonley | Strange things have been captured in photos. |
3263 | 07/24/2022 | sdonley | People have reported the feeling of being uneasy around the area of the bridge. |
3264 | 07/24/2022 | sdonley | Ghostly vapors and partial apparitions have appears. |
3265 | 07/24/2022 | sdonley | EVPs have been recorded in the area of the bridge. |
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Everett Covered Bridge
Added: 07/24/2022 By: sdonley |
Everett Covered Bridge, which crosses Furnace Run, is the only remaining covered bridge in Summit County. When it was built in the 1800s, it was one of over 2,000 in the state. During that period, Ohio led the nation in covered bridge construction. |
Everett Road covered bridge's haunted history
Added: 07/24/2022 By: sdonley |
Dominique King is a metro Detroit writer, hockey fan and frequent visitor to Ohio. She began her writing career as a freelance writer for local newspapers, covering business, art and regional travel topics for the Mirror Newspapers, the Daily Tribune and Hour Detroit Magazine. |
Is Ohio's Everett Road Covered Bridge haunted?
Added: 07/24/2022 By: sdonley |
This pastoral scene of horseback riders and Ohio's Everett Road Covered Bridge may look serene by the light of day, but nighttime brings a more unsettling experience for the bridge's nocturnal visitors. Covered bridges were particularly prevalent in Ohio's early history. |
Summit County Hauntings & Legends
Added: 07/24/2022 By: sdonley |
On this page you will find haunted locations and legends of Summit County. Many of these are genuine and documented haunts, but others may be legend or hearsay. Remember, we do not condone trespassing. Always seek permission before entering private property. |
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