Wehr's Covered Bridge - Orefield, PA - Covered Bridges on Waymarking.com

Wehr's bridge was originally constructed in 1841, making it as old as Bogert's Bridge in Allentown, PA. It was originally called Sieger's Bridge. It traverses the Jordan Creek.

"Wehr’s Bridge is located at the western end of Covered Bridge Park, where it crosses over the Jordan Creek. In 1862 Ephraim Sieger built a stone gristmill on the north bank of the Jordan, and the bridge became known as Sieger’s Covered Bridge. After several owners, the mill was sold to William Wehr, and the bridge eventually was named Wehr’s Covered Bridge. The present concrete dam near the bridge that supplied power for the gristmill was built in 1904 and replaced the original wooden dam located a short distance upstream. The mill was torn down in 1951, and today locals refer to the general area surrounding the bridge as “Wehr’s Dam”. Wehr’s Bridge, which was built in the Burr arch truss design, shares its claim to antiquity with Bogert’s Bridge. Families enjoy picnicking and quiet recreation in the nearby park, and the Jordan is a popular trout stream at this point. With its scenic setting, Wehr’s Bridge is a favorite with photographers and artists, and often is used as the background for wedding photos."

Source: Lehigh County Covered Bridge Pamphlet: (visit link)

This bridge is the more picturesque covered bridge in covered bridge park, the other being Guth's bridge, a short 10 minute walk away on the other side of the park. I think this one gets a bit more attention, so it is in better upkeep in terms of painting, etc.

Current Condition of Bridge: Excellent Web Address: [Web Link] Description of Covered Bridge: I'd consider these more or less specifications. Length: 128 ft. Built: 1841 Height and weight limits: 9 ft. 0 in. – 10 tons Owned by: Lehigh County Year Built: 1841 Parking (If not at the bridge):: Covered Bridge Park parkign lot to the southeast Location (Road - City - State - Country): Wehr Mill Road - Orefield - PA - USA

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