Poinsett Bridge, Gothic stone bridge in Greenville County, United States.
The Poinsett Bridge stretches 130 feet over Little Gap Creek with its white stone construction and features a prominent 14-foot Gothic arch centerpiece.
Built in 1820 as part of a route from Columbia to Saluda Mountain, the bridge demonstrates early 19th-century engineering methods and transportation infrastructure.
The bridge structure stands as a testament to South Carolina's architectural heritage and represents the work of Robert Mills, who designed the Washington Monument.
Located off Highway 25 north of Greenville, the bridge sits within the 400-acre Poinsett Bridge Heritage Preserve, offering nature trails and parking areas.
The Poinsett Bridge holds the distinction of being the oldest surviving bridge in South Carolina and possibly the entire southeastern United States.
Location: Greenville County
Inception: 1820
GPS coordinates: 35.12947,-82.38428
Latest update: May 20, 2025 13:41
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