Grays River Covered Bridge

WGN 47-35-01

 

October 1, 2008 - From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: The Grays River Covered Bridge is a one-lane wooden covered bridge over the Grays River in western Wahkiakum County, Washington. The bridge is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is the only covered bridge still in use by the public in Washington. Built in 1905 and covered three years later, it received a major restoration in the late 1980s. The Howe truss timber bridge spans over 150 feet, using cedar shingles for the exterior. The roof of the covered bridge was originally built of tin to preserve the bridge from the ravages of the area rains.

Though county property, a local non-profit organization organizes financial support for its upkeep. A biennial festival is held at the bridge site.

For a story about and photos of Washington State's Grays River Covered Bridge, go to: http://blog.kitchenmage.com/2008/10/dinner-on-the-c.html.