The Martin Covered Bridge near Plainfield, Vermont, is one of nearly 100 covered bridges in the state. As with this bridge, nearly half have undergone extensive renovations within the past decade. Most Vermont covered bridges have either qualified or are already listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Martin Covered Bridge | ©2012 David Allio
According to information posted at the bridge, the Martin Covered Bridge was originally built in 1890 for agricultural use by the William Martin family. The 44 foot-long queenpost structure was built to span the Winooski River by Herman Townsend. Also known as the Orton Farm Bridge, the Martin Bridge is the last covered bridge for farm use remaining in Vermont.
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