Survey Data
Reg No
31814011
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Artistic, Social, Technical
Original Use
Water pump
Date
1850 - 1890
Coordinates
167587, 279980
Date Recorded
25/08/2003
Date Updated
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Description
Freestanding cast-iron water pump, erected c.1870, now disused. Comprising cylindrical fluted shaft with moulded base, raised banding to neck and lion's head spout. Fluted domed cap with handle and acorn finial. Set on footpath in street.
Appraisal
This water pump is of part of the social and historical fabric of Castlerea. Erected as a source of clean water it was a technical advancement in its day. Though no longer used, it stands as an item of street furniture, enhancing the character of the locality.