Trostletown Bridge

Trostlestown Bridge is a covered timber structure that spans Stony Creek using a Kingpost truss design with distinctive half-height plank siding. The roof features shingled construction typical of covered bridges from this period.

The structure was built in 1845 and remains one of ten surviving covered bridges in Somerset County. It gained National Register recognition in 1980 for its historical importance.

The bridge takes its name from the nearby settlement of Trostlestown and served as a vital connection for the local community. Today visitors can observe how the traditional timber construction shaped both the structure and its role in the region.

The best access is via U.S. Route 30 heading southeast from Stoystown into Quemahoning Township. The location is somewhat remote, so expect a quieter setting without crowds of visitors.

The structure is known for its distinctive half-height plank siding, a regional feature of bridge design from the 1800s. This particular design element sets it apart from many other covered bridges nearby.

Location: Pennsylvania

GPS coordinates: 40.09583,-78.94556

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:02