List of covered bridges in New Jersey facts for kids
Below is a list of covered bridges in New Jersey. There are only two authentic covered bridges in the U.S. state of New Jersey of which one is historic. A covered bridge is considered authentic not due to its age, but by its construction. An authentic bridge is constructed using trusses rather than other methods such as stringers, a popular choice for non-authentic covered bridges.
Bridges
| Name | Image | County | Location | Built | Length | Crosses | Ownership | Truss | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Sergeants Covered Bridge |  |
Hunterdon | Stockton 40°26′39″N 74°57′59″W / 40.44417°N 74.96639°W |
1872, 1961 | 84 feet (26 m) | Wickecheoke Creek | County of Hunterdon | Queen | |
| Scarborough Covered Bridge |  |
Camden | Cherry Hill 39°54′2″N 74°59′33″W / 39.90056°N 74.99250°W |
1959, renovated 1993 | 55 feet (17 m) | Cooper River | Town | Also called Kissing Bridge |
See also
- List of bridges on the National Register of Historic Places in New Jersey
- World Guide to Covered Bridges
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