Cedar Crossing Covered Bridge

It begins, my quest to photograph every covered bridge in Oregon, U.S.A.. It's a daunting task since there are 41. I guess you've got to start somewhere so here's my first attempt, Cedar Crossing Covered Bridge.

Its lovely, how old is it?

Your first is a wonderful bridge. Good luck Bob, can't wait to see the other 40

Although not a true covered bridge as no truss is used for support, Cedar Crossing represents Oregon's commitment to a history rich in covered bridge lore. Don Clark, former Multnomah County Executive, lobbied for the county to build a covered span. He suggested that the bridge "be over a stream where the foliage is thick and turns to shades of yellow and orange in the autumn and children can peer out windows to see the waters below." One of Clark's ancestors, who had settled in Multnomah County, helped to promote a bridge across the Willamette.

The location for the roofed bridge was found when engineers decided to replace the narrow, eteriorating wooden truss bridge crossing Johnson Creek in southeast Portland. Work to demolish the old bridge began in November 1981, and soon after, workers cut the stone abutments to accommodate the greater width of the new bridge. The installation of the decking, siding, and roofing was completed within two months. The cost of the actual bridge totaled $93,450, with related road and abutment work adding another $74,800. The span was dedicated in January 1982. After the ribbon cutting was completed and the commemorative plaque unveiled, a parade of vintage cars, horse-drawn buggies and wagons opened the span to public use. Although the day was cold and wet, the ceremony was far from dampened as Clark quipped, "If you ever wonder why they put covers on bridges, this weather will tell you."

The interior of the bridge is finished with knotty pine, and a five-foot walkway separates the pedestrian and bicycle traffic from the 24-foot roadway. Five large windows on each side provide light, ventilation and a place " for children to peer to the waters below."

Nice one Bob

Interesting and some nice shots Bob, one more request can we have a shot of the view as well, just to complete the experience.

I've edited the purely text post per your request Phil and added a photo. I hope this is what you wanted?

Excellent bridge and idea, I see a photobook or something similar on Bobs bookshelf when the task is complete.

Obviously I Googled this bridge to get the historical text for the history behind the bridge. I feel the photo I took is way better than the online version connected to this text. I may create a document, not for sale, just for my own personal use in case someone wants to visit any of the covered bridges I've captured. I don't want to steal anyone's writings so I may need to edit all that should I ever decide to carry this new hobby any farther.