cobwork bridge

Beautiful and unique architecture, which was adapted from the usual bridge crossing due to the great currents in the area. Driving the bridge is scary, as it winds vs going straight, has a rise in the middle and has small travel lanes and no shoulders! Take care!!

TripAdvisor! Correct the title to Cribstone Bridge. It's a National Engineering Landmark. We walked over, ate at a nearby restaurant (there are several) and walked back. Colorful and fun thing to do. Tell the children why the bridge works.

This drive is so worth it to see this one of a kind bridge. It is amazing and has a wonderful view to go with it. You can walk across the bridge too. We walked a little bit across it then drove over it. You should pull over and look at it too! Overall, I would return just to take in the view again.

I have gone to Bailey's Island as a kid over the years. I just went this weekend and had a new appreciation for it. It was a very nice drive with water on both sides of the road in many places. There were many picture perfect views and now that I work at an engineering firm I noticed this bridge for the first time. It is a "one in the world" unique historic bridge worth stopping and looking at. It has been preserved and updated and includes a sidewalk. On the other side of it is a great little restaurant for a cocktail and a great lunch "Morse's". It was pricey but a cocktail and a cup of delicious clam chowder was perfect. This place really epitomizes the Maine way and ocean beauty. Don't miss the huge gift shop at Land's End. Drive until the road ends. You can park and walk on the rocks or just sit a spell on a deck chair. Fun for all ages. You will be glad you took this drive.

I had to go to the photo's that were posted with the "Cobwork Bridge" to see what that was, and the correct name for this bridge is "Cribstone". I've been to this area many times and if you're a frequent visitor to Bailey Island you must cross this bridge to get there. It is an historic bridge, built during WWII and the only one of it's kind in the world. There are sometimes rumors that there is one in Europe too, but that's not the case. The structure of this bridge is really interesting to see, and built without the use of heavy equipment. The only thing more interesting is actually driving across this bridge when a large delivery truck is coming the other way! The bridge, being old (but very sturdy!!) is narrow, I promise you that your car and that truck will both fit, but it's one of those hold-your-breath moments for sure! It's all worth it though and part of the island experience. We were behind a delivery truck as we were leaving the island this year, and another delivery truck was coming the other way...you could almost feel everyone suck in their breath as they passed! But it works and we all shake our heads at how it does!! So no matter what your driving from SUV to RV, it works!

Unless you pull over and take a look, you would never really see or appreciate the unique "cobwork" support system of this bridge, which consists of criss-crossed granite blocks. There's plenty of views to admire from either end of the bridge, and a sidewalk on the eastern side offers a safe way across. The one issue you may find is that it was built in 1928, and despite a brand new deck and road, it is quite narrow by modern standards. Take care when driving across it to view the wonderful scenery on Bailey's Island.

This bridge is worth checking out. I know most people can't get excited about just a bridge, but it is a unique one of a kind structure, which is what makes it worth checking out. Plus the islands of Orr's and Baileys that it connects offer a nice little getaway or drive to get away from it all. The bridge is stacked granite and was made that way to allow water and ice to go through it without destroying it. It's hard to explain, but worth going to see.

This local landmark and historical feat of civil engineering, finished in 1928 and linking Orr's Island and Bailey Island in Harpswell, is properly known as the Cribstone Bridge. Its design and 1,150-foot span allows tides to flow unimpeded through the granite slab cribworks. It's reputedly the only bridge of its kind in the world. There's very limited parking off ME 24 at its northern end. The setting is quintessential coastal Maine. The best times to visit it are early or late in the day. Low tides reveal vestigial beaches with vantage points to either side of the bridge. The drive south to the bridge is pleasant and scenic.

Only one in the world and right here on Bailey Island ME! Recently rehabilitated with new guardrail and sidewalk. Don't miss this historical piece of transportation history!

It is an unique bridge that connects Harpswell town's Bailey and Orr's island. The construction is meant to withstand the tides in this area and also looks really cool.

If you're in the area, it's worth a look but I wouldn't drive out of my way to see it. I'm sure it is a "work of art" but I just didn't seem to be able to fully appreciate it as being anything other than a bridge. Sorry.

I really enjoyed our side trip from Portland to see this bridge.The crib stone bridge connects Orr Island and Bailey Island.It is apparently the only bridge of its kind in existence.We walked on the little beach below the bridge on the Bailey Island side,collected some sea glass and examined the bridge up close.Very interesting! We finished our visit with the Lobster special at Morse's,really delicious!

I love the bridge. It is a one of a kind so we are told. When they rebuilt it recently I thought the lanes would be made wider. I am not sue they are. There is a lovely sidewalk now. If you own a big Buick , and you meet a big truck or Humvee, just take a deep breath , point the car, and hope you get through.... The curve on an up-and-downhill certainly adds to the fun. The average age of the folks crossing is probably above 60, so be attentive!

..has to be driving on a glorious summer's day over the wonderful and amazing Cribstone bridge connecting Orr and Bailey Island. Stopping at the far side for Morse's lobsters shack and eating the freshest, bestest lobster I have ever tasted. (And if Trip Advisor ever have world's top ten list for the Restroom with the best view ~ it has to be a contender!!)

Unique and in a very beautiful setting. Built to not be affected by the strong tides.