Piermont Bridge

Piermont Bridge is a steel truss structure that carries vehicles across the Connecticut River between New Hampshire and Vermont. The roadway measures about 20 feet wide and includes walkways on the sides for pedestrians.

Built in 1928 by Boston Bridge Works, the structure came after the devastating 1927 floods that destroyed many crossings along the Connecticut River. The eastern support dates from 1908 and was later reinforced to carry the new steel framework.

The bridge serves as a vital crossing for residents traveling between the two states in their daily routines. It represents a practical connection that shapes how people move between the communities on either side.

The structure is easily accessible by foot or vehicle via the main routes connecting both states. Major improvements made in 1993 included new walking paths and a reinforced deck, making it safer for all users.

One section of the foundation uses split granite blocks from Fairlee Mountain, showing how builders of that era sourced local stone for construction. This stone still forms part of the western support and stands as evidence of early 20th-century building methods.