Blow-Me-Down Covered Bridge

Blow-Me-Down Covered Bridge is a wooden crossing over Blow-Me-Down Brook in Cornish that represents typical 19th-century bridge construction of the region. The structure features wooden walls, a metal-covered roof, and is supported internally by a truss system resting on natural stone foundations.

James Frederick Tasker built the crossing in 1877 to meet a local transportation need, creating a structure that has survived into the modern era. The work was later registered as a protected historic structure, recognizing its value as an example of period engineering methods.

The bridge serves as a functioning part of daily local traffic, allowing people to cross the stream as they have for over a century. It stands as a living reminder of how communities have built and maintained infrastructure across generations.

Vehicles can cross the bridge, though weight restrictions apply and should be observed before driving onto it. The structure has undergone significant restoration work and remains accessible year-round, though seasonal conditions may vary.

The foundation rests directly on natural granite rock formations that were leveled with dry-laid stone to support the wooden superstructure. This approach showed practical engineering skill, as existing stone was incorporated into the design rather than being removed or replaced.

Location: New Hampshire

GPS coordinates: 43.51722,-72.37444

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:22