What this bridge lacks in aesthetics, makes it up with in its impressive statistics. The Swann Bridge is said to be the longest surviving covered bridge in Alabama. The 324 foot long bridge, built in 1933, is sometimes referred to as the Swann-Joy Bridge. It takes three spans to cross a deep, scenic gorge formed by the Locust Fork of the Black Warrior River.
   The creaking floorboards still carry everyday traffic in and out of the community of Joy. Built on Swann farm property, utilizing a Town lattice truss design, the covered bridge is owned and maintained by the Blount County Commission. The Swan Covered Bridge is one of only eleven remaining historic covered bridges in Alabama. Three covered bridges in Blount County allow the folks there to claim the title of Covered Bridge Capital of Alabama. Covered bridge fans gather here to celebrate these historic treasure during the annual Covered Bridge Festival.

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