in Bedford County, PA ...Simple pleasures and four seasons of natural beauty.
This bridge, which stands at the entrance to Old Bedford Village, just north of Bedford, was built in 1880. It was built in Reynoldsdale and was moved to its present location in 1975. A pedestrian walkway was added to the original structure. It is a burr truss design which has been reinforced with steel to support bus traffic that frequents Old Bedford Village. The structure is unpainted. County owned.
The roof is constructed of Cedar shakes and the deck consists of crossboard planks. It sits on poured concrete abutments. The sides are totally enclosed
| Claycomb Bridge Facts and Figures | |
|---|---|
Location |
Located about 1.5 miles north of Bedford on Business Route 220, at the entrance to Old Bedford Village. |
| Year Built | 1880 (moved and reconstructed in 1975) |
| Truss | Burr Truss |
| Length | 126 feet |
| Width | 14 feet |
| Owner | County |
| Drivable | Yes, even for busses |
Would you like a covered bridge brochure, complete with all of the general locations of Bedford County's covered bridges? Call the Bedford County Visitors Bureau at (800)765-3331 for your free copy. Or, click on the "Contact Us" button at the bottom of this page to e-mail your request!
There's also a great driving tour inside the Bedford County Visitors Guide. The tour takes about 90 minutes and takes in 6 covered bridges, a bison farm and the elusive Gravity Hill. The Bedford County Visitors Guide is free for the asking.
