Lincoln Covered Bridge

Lincoln Covered Bridge is a wooden structure crossing the Ottauquechee River near West Woodstock and measures roughly 136 feet in length. It features a metal standing seam roof and wooden siding on its sides, which protect the timber frame inside from weather exposure.

The bridge was constructed in 1877 by brothers R.W. Pinney and B.H. Pinney using a Pratt truss design. This engineering method was common for wooden bridges built across North America during the 1800s.

The bridge represents Vermont's engineering craft and how covered bridges once connected villages and rural communities. Today it stands as a reminder of the region's distinctive building traditions.

The bridge connects US Route 4 with Bridges Road and Fletcher Hill Road and allows vehicles to pass through in a single lane approximately 14 feet wide. Visitors should drive slowly or walk to view the structure, since the interior space is tight and narrow.

During a 1989 renovation, hidden steel rods were installed to reinforce the structure while keeping the original appearance intact. Translucent skylights were added to bring light inside and maintain the covered bridge aesthetic at the same time.

Location: Vermont

GPS coordinates: 43.60056,-72.56944

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:22