Humpback Bridge in Virginia
by Susan Rissi Tregoning
Title
Humpback Bridge in Virginia
Artist
Susan Rissi Tregoning
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
Located in the Alleghany Highlands, Humpback Bridge was built in 1857, making it the oldest covered bridge in Virginia. This single-span covered bridge is 100 feet long. It is called a “Humpback” because it is four feet higher in the center than it is at either end. The bridge was in use until 1929 when it was replaced with a modern truss bridge and abandoned. At one point, a local farmer even used it to store hay. Finally, in the 1950s, funds were raised to restore and move the bridge to this wayside park, it has become a popular swimming hole for the locals.
Copyright 2020 Susan Rissi Tregoning
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June 2nd, 2020
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