Pont de Saint-Placide-de-Charlevoix

The Pont de Saint-Placide-de-Charlevoix spans 34.47 meters across the Bras du Nord-Ouest creek with red horizontal plank siding and a double-pitched roof.

Built in 1926 by contractor Joseph Normandeau for 2,076.21 dollars, this bridge represents the traditional Quebec Town truss design with European architectural elements.

This structure stands as the last functioning covered bridge in the Capitale-Nationale region, marking a significant period in Quebec's transportation development.

The bridge measures 5.7 meters in width and 3.96 meters in height, featuring diagonal planks secured with 2,590 pins for every 30.5 meters.

The bridge construction incorporates closely spaced vertical beams and metal tension rods, demonstrating advanced engineering techniques from the early 20th century.

Location: Baie-Saint-Paul

Length: 34.47 m

Made from material: wood

GPS coordinates: 47.40806,-70.61778

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29