Putnam County residents, officials push to preserve historic covered bridges

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The covered bridges in Putnam County are a part of Indiana's rich history. However, time has taken its toll and the challenge now is figuring out how to save the landmarks.

PUTNAM COUNTY — For Melissa Hammon, the bridges in Putnam County are more than just historic markers in her quiet town.

Peck has been on the job for a year now, and he’s spent that time informing the rest of the County Commissioners, Greencastle City Council and general public that the structures are suffering from water damage, overloading and age. Peck has done a solid job letting people in Putnam County know, and they want to be a part of the solution.

Also, Putnam County projects haven’t been approved to receive federal money from INDOT for several years now.

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