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Rock - 1870
The 1870 Rock Covered Bridge in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. This single-span, 56-foot Burr arch-truss bridge was built over Lower Little Swatara Creek. Its builder is unknown.
Rock Covered Bridge was completely restored in 2014-2015 and is in very good condition. It is located next to a small parking area and a handicap-accessible fishing platform.
The original stone abutments of the bridge have been strengthened with concrete, and steel I-beam supports have been placed next to the abutments to add extra support to the structure. Inside, a steel guardrail protects the truss system from traffic. The bridge is currently being used for access to a local park and fishing area.
Span length: 56 ft.
Total length: 56 ft.
Vertical clearance above deck: 10.5 ft.
Posted to the National Register of Historic Places on January 3, 1978.
Located at: N40 32.682 W76 17.704 - WGCB #38-54-02
Photographed in September 2021