New Baltimore Covered Bridge

About New Baltimore Covered Bridge

New Baltimore Covered Bridge is an 86-foot Multiple Kingpost Truss bridge originally built in 1879 and rebuilt in 1998 after flood destruction. It crosses the Raystown Branch of the Juniata River and is the easternmost covered bridge in Somerset County.

History of New Baltimore Covered Bridge

New Baltimore Covered Bridge was originally built in 1879 but was destroyed by flooding in 1996. It was rebuilt in 1998, giving it a relatively new construction despite its historic origins. The bridge is located less than a quarter-mile from the Pennsylvania Turnpike, though not near any exits. It connects to some of the covered bridges in nearby Bedford County.

Architecture and Design

The bridge uses a Multiple Kingpost Truss design and spans 86 feet over the Raystown Branch of the Juniata River—the waterway that eventually forms Raystown Lake. Because it was rebuilt relatively recently in 1998, the bridge is in excellent condition and quite beautiful. The construction maintains traditional covered bridge aesthetics while incorporating modern structural elements.

Visiting New Baltimore Covered Bridge

New Baltimore Covered Bridge is located in the community of New Baltimore in eastern Somerset County. There is ample room to pull off to the side of the road on the northern side of the bridge for closer inspection. The bridge remains open to vehicular traffic.