Little has changed over the past 170 years at this river location where the Forksville Bridge spans the Loyalsock Creek. The town's general store and bridge both date to the early 1850s and remain historic focal points in this Pennsylvania village.
   Although the bridge has seen a few major restoration projects during its life span, and now the Forksville General Store has air conditioning, these two historic structures continue to be Sullivan County's enduring landmarks without skipping a beat.
   Forksville, acquiring its name from the nearby confluence of two rivers (Little Loyalsock and Loyalsock creeks), was established in 1833. Loyalsock Creek was always a natural roadblock for the growing town. So young Sadler Rogers, just 18 at the time, was called upon to construct the Forksville Covered Bridge. The 152 foot span features a row of distinct horizontal windows, lighting the way for pedestrian walkways on each side.
   Even though the Burr arch trusses are supported by steel beams, the state has issued a sufficiency rating of marginal, begging for a major overhaul. Traveling west from Route 154, and heading to the Forksville General Store, you'll have to enjoy a bridge crossing in order to sample the restaurant's marvelous meals.

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