Vermont Covered Bridge Faces Threat From GPS-Driven Trucks

A vehicle passes through the Miller's Run covered bridge in Lyndon, Vt., on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. The historic bridge is under threat from truck drivers relying on GPS meant for cars continually hi

In Lyndon, Vermont, the 140-year-old Miller’s Run covered bridge is under constant threat due to box truck drivers relying on GPS navigation systems. Despite warning signs, including a flashing one, drivers continue to crash into the historic bridge, leading to fines of up to $5,000 from the town and additional state penalties.

The bridge, constructed in 1878 and renovated in 1995, serves as a shortcut for motorists aiming to bypass downtown Lyndonville. The community, known as the “Covered Bridge Capital of the NEK,” boasts five historic covered bridges, with two still in use.