Stark Covered Bridge, Covered bridge in Stark, New Hampshire, US.
Stark Covered Bridge is a wooden bridge spanning the Upper Ammonoosuc River with white painted walls and walkways on each side. It connects Northside Road to New Hampshire Route 110 and accommodates both vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
Built in 1862, the bridge withstood flooding when local people used animals to retrieve and restore it to its original position. The structure was updated over time while keeping its historic character.
The structure displays 19th-century New England building methods in its wooden framework and stone supports. Visitors can observe how local craftspeople created lasting structures from simple materials.
The bridge is passable year-round for vehicles and foot traffic, though high water may limit access. Visitors should move slowly to notice the wooden construction details.
Steel reinforcements and a concrete support were added in the 1950s inside the bridge to strengthen the original wooden structure. These hidden upgrades allowed the distinctive exterior to remain unchanged.
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