Dreese's Covered Bridge
Also known as Beavertown Covered Bridge
About Dreese's Covered Bridge
Dreese's Covered Bridge, at Spans Middle Creek, Beaver Township, was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Aug 10, 1979. The Register lists it for its transportation, at the state level. It describes its style as Burr Truss, as it does for 89 other Pennsylvania listings. It was listed as part of Covered Bridges of Juniata and Synder Counties TR.
What it isPlace in Pennsylvania listed on National Register of Historic Places. From Wikidata (CC0). Read about it on Wikipedia ↗
PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 6 MB · National Archives↗Finding Dreese's Covered Bridge
Spans Middle Creek, Beaver Township, Beaver Township
No other Register listing is within a short walk.
Burr Truss style, nearby
Other National Register listings within 25 miles described as Burr Truss.
Memories of Dreese's Covered Bridge
The record says what it is. Neighbors know what it means.
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Questions about Dreese's Covered Bridge
Is Dreese's Covered Bridge on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes. It was added on Aug 10, 1979 (Register number 79002343).
Is Dreese's Covered Bridge a National Historic Landmark?
No. It is on the National Register; Pennsylvania has 169 National Historic Landmarks. The nearest is Joseph Priestley House, 20.2 miles away.
Can you visit Dreese's Covered Bridge?
Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.
Where can I read the history of Dreese's Covered Bridge?
In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 6 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.
Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 71993838 · Wikidata · old views from Beaver Township’s archive. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.