Survey Data
Reg No
31815006
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Artistic, Social, Technical
Original Use
Water pump
Date
1840 - 1870
Coordinates
172959, 274345
Date Recorded
21/08/2003
Date Updated
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Description
Freestanding cast-iron water pump, c.1860, now disused. Comprising cylindrical shaft with raised horizontal banding, fluted ogee-domed cap, acorn finial and cow tail style handle. Set back from road in concrete with stone wall to rear.
Appraisal
This water pump forms an important part of the historical fabric of Ballintober as it once provided a water supply to the village. As such it is a socially significant structure within the village. Though a modest piece of street furniture, it exhibits artistic detailing in its design, thus enlivening its form.