The Bridges of Washington County Maryland

Rich in history and heritage, recreation and shopping, our county is also known for more than 21 historic stone arch bridges.

Washington County is unique in Maryland, because nowhere else can one find so many early- to mid- 19th-century limestone arch bridges, along with several stone arch aqueducts along the C&O Canal.

From arguably the most famous of all of the stone arch bridges in North America, the Burnside Bridge over Antietam Creek, to several lesser-known structures, including the picturesque Leitersburg Bridge Number 2, we are very pleased to show off this important part of Washington County's transportation heritage and history.

Our oldest and largest stone arch bridge is the 210-foot Wilson's Bridge, completed in 1819, and at the time was said to be 'a modern marvel' which provided an important link in the National Road.