Fallasburg Bridge, Brown truss covered bridge in Vergennes Township, Michigan, US
The Fallasburg Bridge stretches 100 feet across the Flat River with a wooden structure featuring diagonal compression beams and vertical tension members.
Built in 1871 by Jared N. Bresee for $1,500, the bridge represents a significant advancement in 19th-century transportation infrastructure in Kent County.
The bridge stands as a central element within the Fallasburg Historical District, connecting visitors to Michigan's rural architectural heritage.
Located 5 miles north of Lowell, this bridge remains one of only four covered bridges in Michigan that allows vehicle traffic with a 3-ton limit.
The structure rests on concrete and fieldstone footings installed in 1905 and maintains its original Brown truss system patented in 1857.
Location: Vergennes Township
Inception: 1871
Official opening: 1871
GPS coordinates: 42.98083,-85.32722
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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