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Covered Bridge on County Farm Road

The County Farm covered bridge was built about 1870. The major supporting element was a 112 foot Howe truss, a rigid wood and iron span common in Canada, but found in only 2 other bridges in New Hampshire.  The bridge was 20 feet wide and had a flat roof. The bridge was badly in need  of repair and was restored in 1977. Unfortunately,  it burned down in September, 1981. The fire was suspicious in origin.

covered bridge

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