Survey Data
Reg No
30409615
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Technical
Previous Name
Rathgorgin Bridge
Original Use
Bridge
In Use As
Bridge
Date
1800 - 1840
Coordinates
154703, 223249
Date Recorded
02/09/2009
Date Updated
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Description
Single-arch sandstone bridge carrying road over Dooyeriha River, built c.1820. Cut limestone walls with rock-faced rusticated copings to rusticated parapet walls. Segmental arch with rock-faced rusticated voussoirs. Ashlar soffit, rusticated piers, rubble stone revetments to river banks.
Appraisal
Rattys Bridge is a testament to the skill involved in its construction and design. The rock-faced copings to the parapet walls and the rusticated voussoirs are well executed features and add decorative interest to the form of the bridge.