Coyote Creek Bridge

Coyote Creek Bridge is a covered bridge in Lane County that carries traffic across a small creek using a Howe truss structural system. The interior features rectangular portals and ribbon-style openings below the roof line that allow light to enter the covered passageway.

The bridge was built in 1922 near the West Side Old Territorial Road and served as part of the main travel route at that time. Later, a modern bypass was constructed, and it became a secondary local crossing.

The bridge displays construction methods from the early 20th century and serves as a record of how engineers at that time crossed waterways. It represents engineering practices that were common across rural America during that era.

The bridge is located on Battle Creek Road in Eugene and remains passable for standard vehicles. Drivers should be aware it is a single-lane crossing and watch for traffic approaching from the opposite direction.

Heavy snowfall damaged the roof in 1969, and the bridge remained uncovered for several months until repairs were finished. County crews completed the restoration work the following spring.

Location: Oregon

GPS coordinates: 43.97000,-123.31889

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:12