Short Bridge, pont américain
Short Bridge is a wooden covered bridge in Oregon that crosses a small river and is listed as a protected historic place. The structure features a Howe truss design, a roof of wooden shingles, and measures about 105 feet (32 meters) long, making it a rare example of this construction method.
The bridge was built in 1945, during a time when many small wooden bridges were constructed, and remains the only surviving covered bridge over the South Santiam River in this area. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979, ensuring its protection and ongoing maintenance.
The bridge carries the name of a local resident, Gordon Short, whose family wanted to preserve the memory of this place. It was originally called Whiskey Butte Bridge and shows how communities name their structures and honor people who mattered to them.
Access to the bridge is via US-20 and Denny School Road near Cascadia, in a quiet rural setting. The nearby Cascadia Day-Use Area provides parking, picnic tables, and an information stand for visitors.
The bridge's roof is covered with wooden shingles, an extremely rare feature since most similar bridges have been updated with modern materials. This original covering is one of the traits that sets Short Bridge apart from other surviving examples.
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