Yes, Iowa has covered bridges!
Jun 3, 2020 08:19:00 #
sbode wrote:
Taken in Madison County Iowa
Covered bridges were quite popular many years ago. Most people do not realize the covered portion was designed to protect the bridge and NOT the travelers who used it. Maintenance was extensive and led to the demise of covered bridges. They still attract attention where ever they are found.
Jun 3, 2020 09:37:14 #
davidrb wrote:
Maintenance was extensive and led to the demise of covered bridges..
Arson didn't help either.
Jun 3, 2020 09:56:00 #
Jun 3, 2020 09:57:32 #
P-J wrote:
Hi I'm from the UK & we don't have covered bridges, such as this one (great shot by the way).
Are these unique to the USA? And what is the purpose of putting a cover over a bridge, apart from keeping the rain & snow off?
Seems a little incongruous to us on this side of the pond? Nice feature though.
Are these unique to the USA? And what is the purpose of putting a cover over a bridge, apart from keeping the rain & snow off?
Seems a little incongruous to us on this side of the pond? Nice feature though.
According to a quick Google search: to protect the bridge itself. Wood would rot from exposure so a wooden bridge that was covered would last longer.
Jun 3, 2020 10:46:10 #
saichiez
Loc: Beautiful Central Oregon
Our Oregon directory to covered bridges.
[dir]https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2017/09/oregons_54_covered_bridges_a_r.html[/dir]
[dir]https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2017/09/oregons_54_covered_bridges_a_r.html[/dir]
Jun 3, 2020 11:10:14 #
Good shot of the bridge. I had the privilege of shooting video of the Australian crew that was painting the bridge in preparation for the movie, "Bridges of Madison County". They were constantly 'mixing' colors to achieve the correct 'old' color for the bridge. It was an interesting experience being able to chat with those 'Aussies', and quite a challenge understanding some of their lingo:o) Great bunch tho and very helpful in giving me all the info I asked about.
God Bless,
Papa Joe
God Bless,
Papa Joe
Jun 3, 2020 11:12:16 #
Precisely, keep the rain and snow off. Old wooden bridges faired much better with protection. This was probably more popular in New England. Its not common in the rest of the country.
Jun 3, 2020 12:14:49 #
P-J wrote:
Hi I'm from the UK & we don't have covered bridges, such as this one (great shot by the way).
Are these unique to the USA? And what is the purpose of putting a cover over a bridge, apart from keeping the rain & snow off?
Seems a little incongruous to us on this side of the pond? Nice feature though.
Are these unique to the USA? And what is the purpose of putting a cover over a bridge, apart from keeping the rain & snow off?
Seems a little incongruous to us on this side of the pond? Nice feature though.
I believe the main purpose of the roof is to keep the animals undercontrol while crossing.
Jun 3, 2020 21:37:37 #
Jun 3, 2020 23:27:44 #
Jun 4, 2020 01:56:03 #
sbode wrote:
Taken in Madison County Iowa
I assume you saw the movie "Bridges Of Madison County", staring "Clint Eastwood"? If you didn't, Clint plays a photographer of bridges.
Good Flick!!!!!!!!
Thanks,
Boone.
and 
on the photo as well. Very nice shot!Jun 4, 2020 10:27:42 #
I loved the book and what was interesting was that the author couldn't find anyone to publish it. It was self published and became an international best seller. It is the only book that i brought 10 copies of to give to friends. Also loved the movie.
There are quite a few covered bridges in norther Ca.
There are quite a few covered bridges in norther Ca.
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