Humpback Covered Bridge, Historic covered bridge in Alleghany County, United States
Humpback Covered Bridge is a wooden bridge that spans across Dunlap Creek with its distinctive center raised higher than the ends. Its construction uses traditional timber joinery and truss systems typical of American bridge building from that era.
Built in 1857 as part of a major turnpike route, the bridge replaced several earlier structures that were destroyed by flooding. Its construction at this location responded to repeated flood damage that had affected previous bridges.
The bridge demonstrates 19th-century American building methods that protected wooden structures from weather damage. Visitors can observe the careful craftsmanship and joinery techniques that went into its construction.
The bridge is located in a park with parking available and is accessible to pedestrians. Wear comfortable shoes to explore the structure and the surrounding grounds at your own pace.
The bridge features original hand-hewn white oak and hickory timbers that have endured for more than 160 years. These materials remain in place today and show how carefully the builders selected wood that could last through the centuries.
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