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Joseph-Édouard Perrault Bridge

Coordinates: 45°57′23″N 72°00′24″W / 45.956250°N 72.006583°W / 45.956250; -72.006583
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Joseph-Édouard-Perrault bridge
Covered bridge spanning the "Rivière des Pins" at Warwick
Coordinates45°57′23″N 72°00′24″W / 45.956250°N 72.006583°W / 45.956250; -72.006583
CrossesRivière des Pins
LocaleWarwick, Quebec, Canada
Characteristics
Total length30.2 metres (99 ft)
Location
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The Joseph-Édouard-Perrault bridge, formerly known as the Pont Perrault-Charbonneau, is a covered bridge located at Warwick, Quebec, Canada. Built in 1908, it was used for automobile traffic until 1957. It was classified historical monument in 1999.

History

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Acquired by the Municipality of Warwick in 1998, the bridge was completely renovated in 2011. The bridge was re-opened on September 26, 2011.[1] following an investment of $340,000.[2]

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References

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  1. ^ Thibodeau, Claude (6 September 2011). "An official inauguration for the renovated bridge". La Nouvelle Union.
  2. ^ Thibodeau, Claude (2 May 2011). "Covered bridge: a Cowansville firm selected for the restoration". La Nouvelle Union.
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