During the 1940 and 50s, the bridge had some structural problems that required a lot of work. This is a fairly busy bridge and having it tied up with maintenance was not ideal. The townspeople voted to replace the bridge with a new steel bridge.
Well, this would not do. The bridge is a favorite of photographers and painters because of it’s positioning with the church next to it and the hills behind them. There was an outcry that resulted in the state coming in to help save the bridge.
The bridge was built in 1862. In the 1890s, flood waters washed out a pier in the center of the bridge and washed the entire bridge downstream. Teams of oxen were used to haul the bridge back and set it on new stone piers.
Milford Street 
I was immediately struck by the sky in the first photo.
It was a gorgeous afternoon. Happy Friday, Liz.
Is that an old church. Beautiful against the skyline. More interesting than the bridge.
Thank you. I saw some otehr photos and if I had gone further back and got a bit of elevation, the bridge would have stood out better. Another time. That church is beautiful.
I reread saw that you mentioned the church! 😊
This one is postcard pretty.
It is definitely worth saving!
Yes, I totally agree.
Beautiful pictures and wonderful information as always. I hope you are doing well.
Thank you so much. Life is good hear. I hope that you’re well also.
Everything is great 😊
Good to hear.
So many of these bridges were washed downstream and then brought back to life. Thankfully. I like the little walk-through on the side of this one. And right next to the church. Truly picture-perfect.
Thank you, Lois. A lot of these had sidewalks but this sidewalk had really nice lines to it. Happy weekend.
I agree with all that Lois said. It is interesting that being washed downstream was common for these bridges. Great pictures Chris! Happy Friday!
I know. It almost makes me feel we live in much more boring times. Wait, we have COVID and wild fires. A bridge washing downstream seems tame by comparison. Happy Friday to us! Let the weekend begin.
No kidding! A bridge washing away does sound tame these days. Happy Friday Chris!
What a beautiful bridge and church! Great photos Chris! (I’m hoping to spend time in the garden this weekend, tidying up and preparing it for the winter. It’s only a very small garden and it won’t take too long, but best to be ready. Have a great weekend.
Thank you, Ashley. I hope that the weather cooperates and you can get the work done in your garden. It is the time of year for such chores.
I love the bridge design on the inside! Picture perfect!
Thank you so much. The insides of the bridges are often stunning.
that sky is stunning! lovely photos as always!
Yet another cool one. I don’t think I will make it bridging this year lol
I love how we English speakers can so easily turn a noun into a verb. Bridging can be your 2021 New Years resolution. I’m trying to think of what next year’s epic project will be.
I’m still having fun with the birds and will be leafing hopefully in time. I’m sure you will come up with a goodie.
Very pleasant setup, it would be a shame to change it. Now the storms can decide otherwise.
So true. Thank you
I love the “tunnel” shot of the bridge! You must have walked really far to get that angle you wanted. Thanks.
Thank you, Garfield. It wasn’t too far.
Good to hear that. Have a restful weekend!
I really like the bridge. Very beautiful.
Thank you so much. Cheers!
Glad it was saved, it would have been a shame to replace it with a steel bridge.
Me too. People really like this bridge.