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Drift Creek Covered Bridge
Posted by Steve Rice (Olympia, United States) on 9 June 2009 in Architecture.
Even near the coast, one finds covered bridges.
Built in 1914, this 66 foot (20.1 meter) bridge of the Howe truss type spans Bear Creek in Lincoln County, Oregon, USA. It was moved eight miles (12.9 kilometers) from its original site on Drift Creek and reassembled over a concrete bridge providing access to the Sweitz family property rather than being allowed to deteriorate further in its original location. It had become unsafe even for pedestrian traffic. This move was completed in 2000. The trusses are in place so it's still an authentic covered bridge.
When I first arrived at this location, it was sunny and the light very contrasty. This being Oregon, I only had to wait a few minutes for it to cloud up and a rain shower began which evened out the light a bit.
Part of the Covered Bridges of Oregon series.
GJC from Kyoto (京都), Japan
Yes, the lighting is very pleasing here. Nice soft tones throughout.
9 Jun 2009 5:02am
MARIANA from waterloo, Canada
Beautiful capture . Great lovely tones and composition !
9 Jun 2009 5:16am
Daryl Johnson from Farnham, United Kingdom
I like the little resting area next to the bridge, looks a very pleasant spot.
9 Jun 2009 5:40am
Pavan Kaul from Mumbai, India
A great decision Steve! Lovely muted tones owing to the superb soft light! Superb!
9 Jun 2009 6:02am
Veronique from Sarrouilles, France
yes the light is nice and peaceful. Very nice one
9 Jun 2009 6:10am
Sarito from Basingstoke, United Kingdom
Love the muted colours.. very nicely presented!
9 Jun 2009 8:03am
Sussi from Landskrona, Sweden
Nice picture with good color and lighting, and comp!
9 Jun 2009 8:04am
Marie LC from Voiron, France
J'aime beaucoup les couleurs et j'aime l'assortiment des tonalités entre le pont et la vieille machine de premier plan
9 Jun 2009 10:13am
Alivia from Saint-Etienne, France
history of wood bridge, for ever excellent picture with light and colors.
9 Jun 2009 12:18pm
Daniel from Kenmare, United States
wow. surprised it's not driftwood after 95 years.
9 Jun 2009 1:26pm
Terry H. from Azle Texas, United States
It is awesome that it was saved and what a great entrance they have created. Wonderful photo!
9 Jun 2009 2:02pm
vu@granby - Wolfgang from Granby, Québec, Canada
The old grader in front is cool as well!
9 Jun 2009 2:42pm
Don from spokane, United States
A fine looking covered bridge. It's nice that it came to some practical use which will underwrite its continued existence. Fine shot.
9 Jun 2009 3:03pm
peter from new york, United States
still in great shape! great perspective on this one
9 Jun 2009 3:32pm
MaryB from Staffordshire, United Kingdom
How wonderful to have there own covered bridge, so glad they saved it :)
9 Jun 2009 4:55pm
Monique from Koh Samui, Thailand
Oh, that's a nice one with all those antique accessories! Beautiful composition and coloring!
9 Jun 2009 4:56pm
k@ from Paris, France
The echo of deep red is real cool thanks to your vantage point, I love the muted colors of this photo (was it on the verge of raining ?)
9 Jun 2009 5:21pm
@k@: Yes, it actually had started to rain a bit which helped even out the light.
Ajay from Pune, India
I am imagine your love for covered bridges and the way you are always able to find them.
9 Jun 2009 5:42pm
@Ajay: My GPS helps a lot with the finding part. :-)
Ronnie 2¢ from London, United Kingdom
Never get tired of seeing these as they have so much individual character : nice little history this one has.
9 Jun 2009 7:11pm
Richard_Irwin from Belper, United Kingdom
Iconic bridges, this is building into an impressive body of work.
9 Jun 2009 7:23pm
Diane Schuller from Hythe, Canada
You know it's interesting that I find the small puddles of water really add a sense of life to this image. I can almost feel the humidity and smell the trees.
9 Jun 2009 10:11pm
jeff (aka dogilicious) from Millerstown, PA, United States
Great work. The shape of this is interesting. I guess with all the rainfall there was a geater need to protect the trusses thus the slight flare.
9 Jun 2009 10:26pm
dj.tigersprout from New York City, United States
a beautiful shot -- a handsome bridge indeed!
10 Jun 2009 3:18am
