The Blow-Me-Down Covered Bridge is located in Cornish near Plainfield, New Hampshire. This is a historic wooden bridge that spans 85 feet over the Blow-Me-Down Brook. 

Date:10-10-2021
Location:Cornish, NH
Water Body:Blow-Me-Down Brook
Year Built:1877
NH Bridge Number:23
Bridge Length:85′ 9″
Truss Type:Multiple Kingpost truss
Parking1-2 Cars
Blow-Me-Down Covered Bridge
Blow-Me-Down Covered Bridge

The bridge structure incorporates a single span Kingpost Truss that spans 85 feet in length. It is covered by a metal roof and vertical boards on the side. The bridge was built in 1877 by James Tasker. The bridge was restored in 1980 and again in 2002 and now has a posted weight limit. 

Getting some pictures of this bridge is a bit tricky with steep banks and a fair amount of vehicle traffic. Parking is also limited as well.

Blow-Me-Down Covered Bridge tools
Some of the tools used in the construction of the Blow-me-down covered bridge

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