Braley Covered Bridge, Historic covered bridge in Vermont
The Braley Covered Bridge is a wooden crossing over the Second Branch of the White River in Randolph, Vermont. It measures about 40 feet (12 meters) long and just over 14 feet (4 meters) wide, resting on dry-laid stone supports with vertical wooden siding and a metal roof that covers the entire structure.
The structure was completed in 1904 and received its protective roof and walls about five years later. In 1977, steel beams were added underneath the wooden deck to reinforce the structure for modern vehicles.
The Braley Covered Bridge represents local craftsmanship in how it was built and maintained by the community. The wooden structure and its red paint show practical choices that early builders made to help the bridge survive in the Vermont countryside.
The crossing is accessible from a quiet rural road and can be used on foot or by car, though the single-lane width requires slow passage. The surrounding area offers open fields and trees with no facilities or signage nearby, making it a peaceful stop for visitors.
This bridge is one of only two in Vermont where the main trusses reach only halfway up the side walls. This unusual design suggests the structure was originally built without a roof and walls, which were added later to protect the wood.
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