Old Blenheim Bridge

The Old Blenheim Bridge is a covered wooden structure crossing Schoharie Creek with two separate traffic lanes housed under a single roof. The double-barreled design allows vehicles to pass in both directions within distinct sections of the same enclosed framework.

The structure was built in 1855 by Nicholas Montgomery Powers and served the region for more than 150 years. A major flood destroyed the original in 2011, leading to its reconstruction in 2018 at a higher elevation using salvaged pieces from the previous crossing.

The bridge holds meaning for locals as a symbol of 19th-century craftsmanship and engineering. Visitors today come to experience how communities once moved across rivers and relied on wooden structures as vital connections.

The bridge is open to visitors who can walk across and examine the wooden framework up close. Plan to spend time exploring both the interior and exterior to fully appreciate the craftsmanship and how water flows beneath the structure.

The structure uses three separate trusses in its design: a main arch spanning the center and two smaller supports positioned on the sides. This unusual arrangement allowed it to handle traffic effectively while remaining more stable than many similar bridges from that era.

Location: New York

Official opening: 1855

GPS coordinates: 42.47253,-74.44127

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:44