Dinkey Creek Bridge

Dinkey Creek Bridge is a timber arch bridge crossing Dinkey Creek in Sierra National Forest, featuring a single wooden arch truss with diagonal members angled toward the center. The structure spans the creek using a distinctive arched wooden design.

This bridge was built in 1938 by the United States Forest Service using Civilian Conservation Corps labor and designs by engineer T.K. May. A 1988 renovation replaced deteriorated components with treated materials.

The bridge received recognition through its inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places in 1996 for its engineering methods and structural design.

This bridge sits at approximately 5,680 feet elevation in a remote mountain area with seasonal weather changes and varying snow conditions. Visitors should expect difficult access during winter months and plan accordingly.

The bridge collapsed in April 2023 after heavy snow loads during the winter season, marking the end of its long service. This failure highlights the extreme weather pressures that wooden structures face in high mountain environments.

Location: California

GPS coordinates: 37.06720,-119.15390

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:22