The Bridgeport Covered Bridge crosses a rocky channel of the South Fork of the Yuba River at Bridgeport. It is a well known and loved Nevada County landmark. Building toll roads became popular during the Gold Rush because the booming population required building more roads. California state government decided that toll roads were the best way to finance the new construction by private companies.
The shake roof and wooden sides create the bridge’s characteristic appearance. Using truss and arch construction, the bridge stretches 230 feet and is reported to be the longest single-span wooden covered bridge in the United States.. |
