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At 136 feet, this is the longest of all of the covered bridges in Bedford County. The Herline Covered Bridge crosses the Raystown branch of the Juniata River just north of Manns Choice, Pennsylvania. It is a burr truss design. It was built in 1902 and refurbished in 1997. It is located along Watson Road, about a mile north of Manns Choice. State owned.
The bridge is 136 feet long. It is in excellent condition and is driveable.
| Herline Bridge Facts and Figures | |
|---|---|
| Location | Located on Watson Road, just off of Route 31, about 1 mile north of Manns Choice, PA. |
| Year Built | 1902 |
| Truss | Burr Truss |
| Length | 136 feet |
| Width | 9 feet |
| Owner | State |
| Drivable | Yes |
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.
