5 Undeniable Reasons To Visit The Longest Covered Bridge In Pennsylvania
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Beth Price-Williams
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Pennsylvania’s covered bridges each stand out in their own unique ways. Sachs Covered Bridge in Gettysburg, for example, has a haunted tale to tell. So does Van Sant (Crybaby) Bridge in New Hope. Academia Pomeroy Covered Bridge, on the other hand, holds distinction as the longest covered bridge in Pennsylvania. Here are just five reasons to add Academia Pomeroy Covered Bridge to your must visit list.
Stroll through the longest covered bridge in Pennsylvania, which spans an impressive 278 feet and dates back to 1902. Academia Pomeroy Covered Bridge, in Port Royal, is one of approximately 200 covered bridges that remain in the state today.
Take some time to admire the design and construction of the bridge, which underwent a $1.4 million renovation in the early 2000s. That's quite a contrast from the $6,484 that it cost to build the bridge. Academia Pomeroy Covered Bridge features a Theodore Burr Arch Truss design.
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If you need a bit of a break from the craziness of life, spend a bit of time relaxing in the grassy area near the covered bridge. It has, in fact, become a place of tranquility for regular visitors.
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Can you think of a better backdrop for photos than a covered bridge? Snap photos from the outside - and from the inside - of the historic bridge. It's also an ideal spot for taking selfies and photos with family or friends.
Unfortunately, not everyone appreciates the historic value of Pennsylvania's covered bridges. Academia Pomeroy Covered Bridge has been hit with graffiti and other vandalism in the past. Today, it has surveillance cameras to ensure it doesn't fall prey to an arsonist or another vandal. If you see something suspicious while you're enjoying the tranquil setting at the bridge, contact authorities.
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Have you visited the longest covered bridge in Pennsylvania? Share your experience in the comments! Then, explore some of the other covered bridges in Pennsylvania. Click here to read about 15 of them.
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