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The Keniston Bridge is located south of U.S. Route 4, one mile west of Andover Village on Lorden Road over the Blackwater River in Andover, also near the , also near the [cilleyvlbr]. The structure of the bridge was built by Albert R. Hamilton. The bridge's name, Keniston, came from a prominent family who lived on one of the old homesteads in town for many years. The bridge has been damaged only once, in 1972, when ice tore off several planks. The bridge was rehabilitated by Andover in 1981 for $80,000. During the rehabilitation process, the bridge was lifted by two cranes and moved to a temporary site only a few feet above the water level. The engineers had to work quickly to make sure the abutment repairs were completed and the bridge relocatd to its proper location before heavy rains and rising waters could carry it away. The Keniston Bridge is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. CODE left
The Keniston Bridge is located south of U.S. Route 4, one mile west of Andover Village on Lorden Road over the Blackwater River in [andover], also near the [cilleyvlbr]. The structure of the bridge was built by Albert R. Hamilton. The bridge's name, Keniston, came from a prominent family who lived on one of the old homesteads in town for many years. The bridge has been damaged only once, in 1972, when ice tore off several planks. The bridge was rehabilitated by Andover in 1981 for $80,000. During the rehabilitation process, the bridge was lifted by two cranes and moved to a temporary site only a few feet above the water level. The engineers had to work quickly to make sure the abutment repairs were completed and the bridge relocatd to its proper location before heavy rains and rising waters could carry it away. The Keniston Bridge is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Lorden Road, Andover New Hampshire
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06/08 Coming to The Andover area
Taste of the Valley Plymouth NH March21 Experience all of your favorite local flavors. Several restaurants from the region will be there hoping to win your vote in the "Best in Show" competition.
Seacoast Home and Garden Show Durham NH March23-24 The 19th annual show features more than 225 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and services for your home.
Green Mountain Film Festival Montpelier VT March22-31 Culture reigns at the Green Mountain Film Festival, featuring powerful programming on a wide range of subjects, interesting and often unexpected guests, and a convivial atmosphere.
New England Folk Festival Mansfield MA April19-21 A fabulous blend of dance, music, crafts, and food from many lands.
Spring Plant Sale Westford NH April27 The Middlesex Conservation District will be holding its annual Spring Plant Sale at the 4H Fairgrounds.
Vermont Maple Festival St Albans VT April26-28 Pancake breakfast and maple buffet, the annual “Sap Run” race, exhibits and sugarhouse tours, antiques, crafts, cooking demonstrations, youth talent, fiddlers’ shows, and a Grand Parade featuring teen “Maple Ambassadors.”
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