A covered bridge is a timber- truss bridge with a roof, decking, and siding, which in most covered bridges create an almost complete enclosure. [1] The purpose of the covering is to protect the …

Covered bridge, timber-truss structure carrying a roadway over a river or other obstacle, popular in folklore and art but also of major significance in engineering history. The function of the roof and …

Sep 5, 2023 · Covered bridges are among the most historic and idyllic places in America. Check out our list of the most beautiful covered bridges in the U.S. and plan your trip!

Dec 8, 2025 · Our World Guide to Covered Bridges includes details of covered wooden truss supported bridges in the United States, Canada and many other countries. Order your copy today.

Free interactive maps of all the authentic covered bridges in the United States, Canada and the world - including driving directions.

Although not all remaining bridges are included in this gallery, the 500 authentic and/or historic covered wooden bridges featured here include their dimensions, history, locations, and local legends.

Jul 16, 2025 · I’m on a mission to visit all 210 covered bridges in Pennsylvania and will be crossing into Ohio, New York, and beyond. Whether you’re a history lover, road tripper, or just love a scenic photo …

Jan 24, 2025 · Covered bridges used to be an architectural standard in the USA. These timber bridges with a pitched roof and sides were built to protect the wood from the elements, usually in areas with …

Oct 3, 2024 · Covered bridges are an idyllic symbol of rural America. These charming, often hand-built structures have been romanticized in popular culture for years, from Thomas Kinkade’s painting “The …

Of the thousands of Burr-arch truss covered bridges that were built during the historic era of covered bridge building, about 185 examples survive in the United States, with some of the finest examples …