Florenceville Bridge
Florenceville Bridge, Historic covered bridge in Florenceville-Bristol, Canada.
Description
Florenceville Bridge is a road crossing over the Saint John River that brings together different building systems in one structure. It has a covered wooden section and steel-reinforced arches that work together to allow passage across the river.
History
The structure was built in the second half of the 19th century and was later rebuilt to include new materials and reinforcements. These changes show how engineers adapted to growing traffic and changing needs.
Culture
The bridge links the two parts of Florenceville-Bristol and shows construction methods that were used when it was built. Walking across, you can feel how the different building techniques are part of the structure itself.
Practical
The crossing is open daily for vehicles and people on foot and sits near the town center. It is best to visit during daylight to see the building details and the river below properly.
Did you know?
The bridge is a rare example of a transitional building style that mixes wood and steel, which was unusual for its time and region. Such mixed structures are rarely seen today and owe their survival to smart repairs made over the decades.
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