National Historic Landmark

Humpback Bridge

Callaghan, Alleghany County, Virginia
Listed
September 30, 1969
Type
Structure
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
69000219

About this property

The Humpback Covered Bridge located in the U.S. state of Virginia, is one of the few remaining covered bridges in the United States that was built higher in the middle than on either end; hence the name of "humpback". The bridge was built in 1857 and is also the oldest remaining covered bridge in the state of Virginia. Its WGCB number is 46-03-01. The bridge spans a tributary of the Jackson River known as Dunlap Creek, for a distance of 109 feet (33 m). The humpback feature is 4 feet (1.2 m) higher in the center than at either end. The bridge is located near the city of Covington, Virginia.

Location

Callaghan, Alleghany County, Virginia
37.80066, -80.04693

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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Nearby Historic Sites

Wood Hall
Pre Contact
1.8 mi
Luke Mountain Historic District
Listed
2.4 mi
Rosedale Historic District
Listed
2.6 mi
Covington Historic District
Listed
2.9 mi
First Baptist Church of Covington, Virginia
Colonial
3.1 mi

Nearby Battles

Skirmish at Sweet Springs (Monroe County)
1863Civil War
7 mi

Questions about this property

When was Humpback Bridge listed on the National Register?

Humpback Bridge was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 30, 1969.

What type of historic resource is Humpback Bridge?

Humpback Bridge is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is Humpback Bridge a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Humpback Bridge has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for Humpback Bridge?

The period of significance for Humpback Bridge is recorded as the industrial era.

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