Shoreham Railroad Bridge
N 43° 51.571 W 073° 15.283
18T E 640256 N 4857750
This is one of Vermont's most secluded and scenic sites. Bring your fishing gear for great fishing. There is a little park and picnic area nearby.
Waymark Code: WM1661
Location: Vermont, United States
Date Posted: 01/28/2007
Views: 35
Site Location: 3.5 mi east of Whiting, VT
Directions: Whiting, VT - Jct VT-30 (Main St) & Shoreham-Whiting Rd, west on Shoreham-Whiting Rd 2.8 mi, south on Shoreham Depot Rd 0.6 mi, east on Dame Rd to a parking area and a short walk.
Nearest Town: Whiting, VT
Active: Foot Traffic Only since 1983
Bridge Number: VT-01-05
Management: State of Vermont
Site Status: Site Open
Current Condition of Bridge: Fair
Description of Covered Bridge:
Ht. Above Water: 8 ft
Crosses Over: Lemon Fair River
Primary Use: Railroad
Style/Design: Howe Truss
Number of Spans: 1
Span/Total Length: 109 ft/111 ft
Floor: Railroad ties replaced by wooden deck
Roof: Cedar Shakes
Notes: Overall Fair Condition
Year Built: 1897 by Rutland Railroad Co.
Parking (If not at the bridge):: N43 51.596 W73 15.177
Location (Road - City - State - Country): Off Dame Rd - Whiting, VT - USA
Web Address: Not listed
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