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This new bridge type, wooden with a covered span, was developed because traditional European methods, typically stone bridges, were not appropriate for the harsh Pennsylvania winters. Many of the bridges were named for pioneer families residing near the bridges. [2] Some people call Pennsylvania the "Covered Bridge Capital of the Nation". [2]
The Lyle Covered Bridge is a historic covered bridge in Raccoon, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1887 and is a 38-foot long, queen post truss bridge. It is on Kramer Road and allows pedestrian and vehicular traffic. It is owned by Washington County. [2] It is designated as a historic bridge by the Washington County History & Landmarks Foundation. [3]
Pages in category "Covered bridges in Washington County, Pennsylvania" The following 26 pages are in this category, out of 26 total. This list may not reflect recent changes .
The Day Covered Bridge is a historic Queen post truss covered bridge in Morris Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania. It is 12 feet (3.7 m) by 36.5 feet (11.1 m) and rests on three stone-and-mortar abutments. It was renovated in 2003, in a project that added steel support beams, a new roof, flooring, and sidewalls. [2]
The Jackson's Mill Covered Bridge is a historic covered bridge in Hanover Township, Pennsylvania. It is designated as a historic bridge by the Washington County History & Landmarks Foundation . [ 2 ]
The Ralston Freeman Covered Bridge is a historic covered bridge in Paris, Pennsylvania. It is designated as a historic bridge by the Washington County History & Landmarks Foundation . [ 2 ]
The Cerl Wright Covered Bridge is a historic covered bridge in Eighty Four, Pennsylvania. It is designated as a historic bridge by the Washington County History & Landmarks Foundation . [ 2 ]
The Ebenezer Covered Bridge is a historic covered bridge in Eighty Four, Pennsylvania. The year the bridge was built is unknown. [2] It was moved to its current location in 1977. [3] It is designated as a historic bridge by the Washington County History & Landmarks Foundation. [4]