Sawhill Covered Bridge, Covered bridge in Taylorstown, Pennsylvania.
Sawhill Covered Bridge is a wooden covered bridge in Taylorstown, Pennsylvania, built with a Queenpost truss system. This structural design extends throughout the span to provide strength and support for vehicles crossing it.
The bridge was built in 1915 and demonstrates early 20th-century engineering practices. It received recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.
The bridge shows how Pennsylvania communities protected wooden structures by covering them from the elements. This approach helped keep the construction materials from rotting away over time.
The bridge is located in Washington County and remains active for traffic use. Visitors can walk or drive across to see the wooden construction up close.
The bridge is part of a regional collection of covered bridges in Washington and Greene Counties. This recognition by the Washington County History and Landmarks Foundation highlights its importance in the area.
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