Seventeen historic covered bridges span West Virginia’s rivers and streams, and most are still in use by motorists or are open to pedestrians. In this article, we explore five that are in or near the scenic Greenbrier River valley.
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Chesapeake & Ohio Railway’s Cincinnati Bridge
The Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad Bridge over the Ohio River between Covington, Kentucky, and Cincinnati, Ohio has an interesting history.
The Bridges and Tunnels of Burnside, Kentucky
Numerous bridges (and a tunnel) carry highway and railway traffic across the Cumberland River and Lake Cumberland in Burnside, Kentucky.
Four Appalachian Covered Bridges
Taking advantage of fresh powder in March, I visited four covered bridges in northeast Kentucky and southeast Ohio.
Hackensack River Crossings
I have been long fascinated with a collection of four lift bridges in close proximity to each other along the Hackensack River in New Jersey. The juxtaposition of the new and old, of glossy black paint and rust, and of streamlined design and complexity provide fodder for captivating photography—especially as one of the crossings is nearing the end of its serviceable life.
The Bridges of the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal
The Chesapeake & Delaware Canal is a 14-mile sea-level ship canal that connects the Chesapeake Bay with the Delaware River in Maryland and Delaware, which includes six major automobile and railroad crossings.