Burkholder Covered Bridge

About Burkholder Covered Bridge

Burkholder Covered Bridge, also known as Beechdale Covered Bridge, is a unique 52-foot bridge with low walls and open sides. Built in 1870, it crosses Buffalo Creek and offers excellent views of the waterway while driving through.

History of Burkholder Covered Bridge

Burkholder Covered Bridge was built in 1870 and has served the community for over 150 years. It was last rehabilitated in the early 1990s and remains in excellent condition. The bridge is sometimes called Beechdale Covered Bridge after the nearby community. Despite its age, it continues to carry vehicular traffic.

Architecture and Design

The bridge uses a Burr Arch Truss design and spans 52 feet over Buffalo Creek. What makes this bridge unique among Pennsylvania covered bridges is its low walls and open sides, offering excellent views along Buffalo Creek while crossing. This open design is quite different from the fully enclosed sides found on most covered bridges in the state.

Visiting Burkholder Covered Bridge

Burkholder Covered Bridge is conveniently located just a few yards off Route 219 (Mason-Dixon Highway), a major thoroughfare through this part of the state, between Garrett and Berlin. There are several places to pull off to the side of Burkholder Bridge Road near the covered bridge for closer inspection and photography.