Virginia Country Roads - Humpback Covered Bridge Over Dunlap Creek No. 6A - Alleghany County is a photograph by Michael Mazaika which was uploaded on January 15th, 2016.
Virginia Country Roads - Humpback Covered Bridge Over Dunlap Creek No. 6A - Alleghany County
A late afternoon view looking southeasterly towards the venerable Humpback Covered Bridge. Built in 1857, the oldest remaining covered bridge in... more
Title
Virginia Country Roads - Humpback Covered Bridge Over Dunlap Creek No. 6A - Alleghany County
Artist
Michael Mazaika
Medium
Photograph
Description
A late afternoon view looking southeasterly towards the venerable Humpback Covered Bridge. Built in 1857, the oldest remaining covered bridge in Virginia and presumably the last arched covered bridge in the United States. The Humpback Covered Bridge was added to the National Register of Historic Places in October 1969. Image = VA Country Roads Alleghany Humpback-6A 101715 096-100 E-P M C1 FT Y-3 PSP I-RSz.
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January 15th, 2016
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Comments (18)
Ann Skelton
Awesome Michael! l/f
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thanks, Ann. While there’s few covered bridges that remain in Virginia, this curved bridge is almost unique in the U.S. - Mike
Michael Mazaika
Thank you, Doug, for this feature in the "Wood Crafts" group and your efforts in managing tge group. - Mike
Rick Davis
Haven't Seen One Like This! Love It And Great Photo Of It! Also Enjoyed The Info About It! L/F
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thank youn Rick. Glad you liked this shot and I hope you get a chance to view the many others in this ongoing series. To the best of my knowledge, this may be the only remaining curved design covered bridge in the U.S. - Mike
Holly April Harris
Gorgeous capture of a beautiful bridge! Congratulations! I’m am very pleased to feature your beautiful image in the group Covered Bridges and Historical Buildings. It’s a wonderful addition to the group! Please add it to the “2022 Second Quarter Featured Images Collection” thread in the discussions area for a permanent record of the feature. Thank you! 6/7/22
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thank you, Holly, for featuring this unique old beauty in Covered Bridges and Historical Buildings and for managing this group for us. - Mike
Marilyn DeBlock
Beautiful image / capture, Michael!
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thank you, Marilyn. It was an unexpected find compared to the other covered bridges that I’ve been fortunate to visit. - Mike
Scott Kingery
Nice shot of one of the most unique bridges I have seen Michael. L/F
Michael Mazaika replied:
From my research, this is one of the few (if not the only) remaining curved covered bridges. Glad you liked it and I hope you enjoy this ongoing series, Scott. - Mike
Brian Tada
Wow, what a treasure this is, Michael... Just love the rustic character, graceful lines and fabulous craftsmanship of this amazing bridge. Thank you for sharing this gorgeous image with fellow artists and your customers. Beautifully photographed and presented! F/L
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thank you, Brian, for your gracious thoughts, encouragement, and support. Be well. - Mike
Christiane Schulze Art And Photography
Fabulous image of this unusual looking covered bridge Mike (L)
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thank you, Christiane. It is my understanding that this is the only remaining arched covered bridge in the U.S. I hope you enjoy this ongoing series. - Mike
Sherri Of Palm Springs
Hi Michael, I just love your porfolio, such wonderful images. This is great.. Sherri fl
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thanks, Sherri, for taking some time to view my portfolio. I'm glad you enjoy these images. - Mike
Georgia Brushhandle
I love these old bridges, how unique this one truly is!! wow!! l/f
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thank you, Georgia. As I understand it, this one is fairly unique among the remaining covered bridges in the U.S. I'm glad you liked this shot and hope you enjoy this on-going series. - Mike
Marvin Spates
Remarkable photo of the beautiful bridge Michael!!! L/F
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thank you, Marvin. She's a real beauty and I'm grateful to the folks who put forth their efforts to save and restore these great glimpses into our past. - Mike
RicardMN Photography
Great shot! Love your photos of covered bridges! v/f
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thank so much, Ricard, for taking some time to visit my portfolio. I hope you enjoy the on-going series. - Mike
Debra and Dave Vanderlaan
Congrats on your Feature in Barns Big and Small. We also added a Like to your work! Celebrate life, Debra and Dave
Alan Kepler
This is a real treasure!
Michael Mazaika replied:
Thank you, Alan. It is a real privilege to be the beneficiary of those folks who have the vision and desire to preserve our history. I hope you will enjoy this ongoing series. - Mike