Dellville Covered Bridge

Dellville Covered Bridge

Dellville County, Pennsylvania

Spanning Sherman’s Creek near Dellville, Pennsylvania, this historic covered bridge was constructed in 1889 using the Burr arch truss design—a construction method combining wooden arches with multiple kingpost trusses for exceptional strength. The bridge features the classic red-painted exterior typical of Pennsylvania’s covered bridges.

Current Status: Open to traffic, allowing visitors to drive through and experience its wooden interior firsthand.

Visiting Tips: The rural Perry County setting offers excellent photography opportunities, especially during fall foliage season. Arrive early morning for soft lighting and minimal traffic. Park safely off-road to capture shots from the creek bank below. The surrounding farmland and Sherman’s Creek provide scenic backdrops that showcase this well-preserved example of 19th-century bridge engineering.

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