Gudgeonville Covered Bridge
Gudgeonville Covered Bridge, Wooden covered bridge in Girard Township, US
The Gudgeonville Covered Bridge stretched 84 feet long and 14 feet wide across Elk Creek, featuring a Multiple King-post Truss design.
William Sherman constructed this bridge in 1868, and it received recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in September 1980.
The bridge foundations incorporated remnants of the Erie Extension Canal, representing the evolution of transportation infrastructure in Pennsylvania.
The structure maintained a load limit of 4.5 tons until its destruction, serving as a vital connection point for local traffic.
Two individuals faced criminal charges after setting fire to this historic bridge in November 2008, leading to its complete destruction.
Location: Girard Township
Inception: 1868
Made from material: wood
GPS coordinates: 41.98220,-80.26690
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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