Watson Mill Bridge

Framed above a fall of sparkling water and rock shoals, this "King" of the wooden bridge era is a photographer's delight. The bridge is featured as the main attraction in Watson Mill Bridge State Park, named after Gabriel Watson. Also located within the Park's Bridge and Mill Historic District are remnants of a mill complex and hydroelectric plant.

The park also has fishing, picnic areas, cabins, hiking trails, and camping areas. The park office sells postcards and t-shirts of the bridge. The park staff has prepared more information about the bridge and the recently expanded park site. For pictures and information, check out their website.

Facts

• County: Oglethorpe & Madison Border
• Other names: Carlton Bridge
• Spans/Total Length: 3/228.6 ft.
• Width: ft.
• Built: 1885
• Builder: Washington W. King
• Truss: Town lattice
• Stream: South fork of the Broad River
• Road name: Covered Bridge Road
• Traffic: Yes
• WGCB Number: 10-97-01/10-109-02
• Parking: Yes
• Picnic Area: Yes
• Historic marker: Yes
• Owner: Watson Mill State Park