I've always wondered why bridges were covered. The roads weren't. (I grew up not far from the famous Madison County, and I still don't know.)
Quick update, Baby Raul won't be a month old till this Friday, and he is already reaching out to bright toys that interest him!! I don't know nothin' bout no babies, but that seems advanced, to me. ;)
My guess is that bridges are covered because they freeze faster than roadways so it's a safety issue. Glad Raul is doing well.
mamag15
Jun 26, 2018
That is good news orinoco. It sounds like the baby is developing just fine. He has good eyesight and developing right where he should be. I would not worry right now. It is in the later months and first year where you can see if he is developing where he should be.
abacii
Jun 26, 2018
In the northeastern USA bridges are covered to block wind gusts and so they don't have to be plowed. Most of them are protected not just by the roof but also on their sides. I've been on modern bridges over the Hudson where the sideways winds can push you over the lane markers. Imagine what that would do to something as light as a horse-and-buggy.
aknan
Jun 27, 2018
Good info, abacii. Thanks!
nhoward
Jun 27, 2018
He's right on track! Great news!!
aussiesapphire
Jun 27, 2018
What as wonderfully educational site this is - learned some things about covered bridges today because of people posting the info. Thank you all. Hugs.
rahrah1820
Jun 27, 2018
I'm so glad to hear the good report on baby Raul.
orinoco
Jun 27, 2018
I never thought of that, abacii and xyxyxyxx. (Are you related, btw? ;) Especially the wind-gust thing. But then I can't drive.
xyxyxyxx
Jun 27, 2018
No relation to abacii but I do agree about wind on the Hudson...had some scary moments on the Tappan Zee bridge years ago.
Neat old bridge Usually wooden structures. My wild guess is that they were covered so they would weather longer. Anyway I love them. Have not seen one in a good many years though. Almost a forgotten art of the past
Quick update, Baby Raul won't be a month old till this Friday, and he is already reaching out to bright toys that interest him!! I don't know nothin' bout no babies, but that seems advanced, to me. ;)