Bistline Covered Bridge
Bistline Covered Bridge, also known as Flickinger's Mill Covered Bridge, is a 96-foot Burr Arch Truss bridge built in 1871. It crosses Sherman Creek in a scenic wooded setting south of Route 274.
About Bistline Covered Bridge
Bistline Covered Bridge, also known as Flickinger's Mill Covered Bridge, is a historic 96-foot covered bridge spanning Sherman Creek in Perry County, Pennsylvania. Built in 1871, this Burr Arch Truss bridge is located in a beautiful wooded setting about halfway between Andersonburg and Couchtown.
History of Bistline Covered Bridge
Constructed around 1871 by an unknown builder, Bistline Covered Bridge served the local farming community and nearby Flickinger's Mill. The bridge was reinforced with steel I-beams in 1919 and underwent a major refurbishment in 2007. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.
Architecture and Design
The bridge employs a Burr Arch Truss design with Burr arches sandwiched between multiple kingposts. It measures 96 feet in length and approximately 17 feet in width, with an interior height of 11 feet 7 inches.
Visiting Bistline Covered Bridge
Bistline Covered Bridge is located along Bistline Bridge Road (Route 3005), about a mile south of Route 274. The bridge sits in a remote, wooded area that feels more secluded than other Perry County bridges.
