Coyote Creek Covered Bridge

Alternately known as "Battle Creek Bridge" and "Swing Log Bridge," Coyote Creek Bridge is tucked deep in South Willamette Valley wine country. Any wine tasting tour is made even more romantic with a visit to this historic covered bridge.

Despite its short length, this bridge is a jewel.

Features

Design - Covered Howe truss
Length - 60 feet (18 m)
Crosses - Coyote Creek
Nearest Town - Lorane/Veneta
Current Access - Vehicles up to 16 tons, no thru trucks

Timeline

Built - 1922
Repaired - 1969
National Register - 1979
Refurbished - 2003

STORY

Originally Coyote Creek Bridge was integral to Territorial Road in the 1850s. When a more direct route was created, the bridge was bypassed. Now, just off Territorial Highway, it can be easy to miss unless you are looking for it.

The bridge has angled sides and small high vents along both walls.

Heavy snow collapsed the bridge's roof in 1969. The remaining roof rafters were sawed off to make the bridge usable until crews were able to re-roof it later that spring.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

The beloved Territorial Wine Trail features Sarver Winery to the north and Sweet Cheeks Winery and Silvan Ridge Winery to the south
The small town of Veneta is known for the annual Oregon Country Fair
Our Daily Bread Restaurant in a former steepled church is a popular breakfast destination

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Coyote Creek Covered Bridge

Near the little town of Crow, this 60 foot (18 m) Howe Truss bridge crosses Coyote Creek and is still open to light traffic. The bridge was constructed in 1922 as part of Territorial Rd, the state's secondary road system, used until larger truck-friendly roads bypassed it. In 1969 the bridge suffered snow damage to its roof which has since been replaced. Known also as Battle Creek Bridge and Swing Log Bridge. Located south of Veneta. DIRECTIONS: Go west on Hwy 126 to Crow Rd, Go SW on Crow, turn south on Territorial Hwy for 1 mile (1.6 km). Turn west on Battle Creek Rd.