Survey Data
Reg No
14916003
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Scientific, Technical
Previous Name
Henesys Bridge
Original Use
Bridge
In Use As
Bridge
Date
1800 - 1820
Coordinates
224127, 226007
Date Recorded
09/09/2004
Date Updated
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Description
Single-arch masonry accommodation bridge, built c.1804, over the Grand Canal. Random rubble limestone construction. Arch of semi-elliptical profile. Voussoirs of finely dressed stone. Dressed limestone string course. Parapets coped with dressed limestone. South ends of parapets rebuilt. Humped deck.
Appraisal
This bridge forms part of a group of similar bridges along the canal. The use of different stone finishes adds textural variation to the bridge's appearance. The high quality masonry is a notable feature of the bridge.