Red Covered Bridge

Red Covered Bridge crosses Sterling Brook with a span of about 64 feet, displaying vertical wood siding and a traditional red metal roof. The structure employs a queen post truss design that was typical for bridges built during that period.

The bridge was built in 1896 and remains the only surviving 19th-century bridge in Morristown. It gained National Register of Historic Places status in 1974.

Vermont contains more than 100 covered bridges, with the Red Covered Bridge representing a significant example of late 19th-century engineering and construction methods.

The bridge sits at the junction of Cole Hill Road, Sterling Valley Road, and Moren Loop with a single lane about 15 feet wide for vehicles. Access is limited to standard-size vehicles, and visitors should be aware of local road conditions.

The bridge floor contains twelve layers of planking, and the north abutment rests partially on a natural granite outcrop, showing how builders made use of existing geological features. This clever approach to construction often goes unnoticed by visitors.

Location: Vermont

GPS coordinates: 44.51861,-72.67778

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:46