Sometimes bridges serve a purpose and other times, they end up becoming permanent fixtures that get incorporated into their surrounding landscape. This following bridge to nowhere was constructed by the Burlington byway in Vermont in 1984. The price tag for this bridge was just under $400,000 too. At the time, the purpose of the bridge was to keep the area connected. However, it never fully came to fruition.
Nowadays, this bridge to nowhere is a unique spot to explore. However, since it's hardly used, you'll have to fight through the shrubs and weeds to get to it.
This bridge to nowhere was originally planned to reach North Avenue in Burlington, Vermont.
The impressive and sturdy structure sits along the Burlington Beltway in Vermont.
As you can see, the end of the bridge is blocked off so that curious folk like you cannot get to the other side. If you did, it would lead to more shrubs and bushes.
From this vantage point, you can see that there's a path over the bridge for people to use for walking or running.
Per this image, you see that getting over the bridge is smooth sailing by bike, motorcycle, or by foot.
And, if you visit this hidden gem in September or October, the bridge to nowhere can be the perfect setting for a fall photo shoot.
If you'd like to continue checking out some scenic bridges during your time in the Green Mountain State, take a look at this previous article: 28 Scenic Bridges In Vermont To Visit At Some Point In Your Life.
And, if you've been to this bridge to nowhere in Burlington, what did you think? Feel free to share your comments below -- we would love to hear from you!
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