Mount Pleasant Covered Bridge

About Mount Pleasant Covered Bridge

Mount Pleasant Covered Bridge is a 60-foot covered bridge spanning Sherman Creek in Perry County, Pennsylvania. Built in 1918 by L.M. Wentzel, it is one of the few covered bridges using a Kingpost Truss design.

History of Mount Pleasant Covered Bridge

Constructed in 1918 by L.M. Wentzel during World War I, Mount Pleasant Covered Bridge may have been built using wood to conserve metal for the war effort. Recent renovation work included new concrete abutments.

Architecture and Design

The bridge is notable for using a Kingpost Truss design, one of the simplest truss systems. It measures 60 feet in length and approximately 17 feet 9 inches in width.

Visiting Mount Pleasant Covered Bridge

Mount Pleasant Covered Bridge is located on Township Route 304 (Mount Pleasant Road), just south of Route 274. Visitors may occasionally see Amish wagons crossing the bridge.