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Rexleigh Covered Bridge Salem, NY |
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The Rexleigh Covered Bridge was built in 1874 by Reuben Comins, contractor, and George Wadsworth, carpenter, to replace a previous bridge on this location.
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The bridge got a major rebuild in 2007. This is the view from the north. The inscription over the opening reads, "25 dollars fine for driving on this bridge faster than a walk."
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This view from the south shows the single 107 foot span over the Battenkill River.
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The bridge is constructed using the Howe Truss design.
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In the background is a long abandoned marble mill. It was used as a hippie commune back in the 1960's, until the roof burned down.
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The Rexleigh Covered Bridge looks absolutely lovely in winter.
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The icy waters of the Battenkill River, with the abandoned marble mill on the left.
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