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Day: February 23, 2009

The Bridges of Spartanburg County

Posted on February 23, 2009 By Tom 7 Comments on The Bridges of Spartanburg County
History and Genealogy, Local

According to South Carolina: A Day at a Time, Campbell’s Covered Bridge is “the only covered bridge still standing in South Carolina.” My friend Duckhunter pointed me toward DiscoverSouthCarolina.com which says that Campbell’s “is South Carolina’s only remaining covered bridge.” Several other websites repeat this sentiment. So, imagine my surprise when I found this just … Read More “The Bridges of Spartanburg County” »

A Tower for Lake Fairfield?

Posted on February 23, 2009 By Tom 4 Comments on A Tower for Lake Fairfield?
Miscellaneous, Weirdness

One of my Twitter friends alerted me to an Aermotor Fire Tower that was being sold by North Carolina as surplus. The tower is described as follows: Fire Lookout Tower,72’9″”H with 6×6 Cab Tower and Steps are in useable condition Radio antennae do not come with the tower. **Location of Building: Off US Hwy 23 … Read More “A Tower for Lake Fairfield?” »

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