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Historic covered bridge destroyed by fire in Maine

Historic covered bridge destroyed by fire in Maine July 20, 2021 GMT This photo provided by the Maine Fire Marshal s Office, shows what s left of the Watson Settlement Bridge in Littleton, Maine, after it burned on Monday, July 19, 2021. It was one of Maine s nine covered bridges, and the only one in Aroostook County. The bridge, built in 1910, spans the Meduxnekeag River and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Firefighters could not save the bridge and it s considered to be a complete loss. (Maine Fire Marshall s Office via AP) This photo provided by the Maine Fire Marshal s Office, shows what s left of the Watson Settlement Bridge in Littleton, Maine, after it burned on Monday, July 19, 2021. It was one of Maine s nine covered bridges, and the only one in Aroostook County. The bridge, built in 1910, spans the Meduxnekeag River and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Firefighters could not save the bridge and it s considered to be a complete

Fire Destroys Landmark Covered Bridge in Littleton, Maine

Fire Destroys Landmark Covered Bridge in Littleton, Maine Photo courtesy of Pamela Crowder Wilkinson A fire of unknown origin Monday afternoon destroyed a historic covered bridge in the southern Aroostook County town of Littleton. The Littleton Fire Department responded to the 110-year-old Watson Settlement Bridge on the Framingham Road (also known as Carson Road). Officials said two people driving by the bridge smelled smoke and spotted the flames after they turned around to investigate. The 170-foot long wooden bridge was engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived. Crews from Monticello and Houlton assisted the Littleton Fire Department at the scene for several hours. The structure was severely damaged in the blaze, leaving only the charred trusses and partial framework.

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