Survey Data
Reg No
22109003
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Technical
Original Use
Bridge
In Use As
Bridge
Date
1860 - 1865
Coordinates
195581, 133097
Date Recorded
03/05/2005
Date Updated
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Description
Triple-arch limestone bridge, built 1863, over the River Ara. Segmental arches with dressed stone voussoirs, dressed stone to spandrels, carved U-shaped cut-waters to south elevation and chamfered string course over arches with snecked roughly-dressed stone parapet walls and having abutments projecting from elevations of bridge, topped with caps. Commemorative date plaque to north parapet wall and cast-iron overflow hatch to south. Landscaped area to southwest bank.
Appraisal
Bansha Bridge is visually pleasing and well proportioned. High-quality craftsmanship is evident in the execution of the U-shaped cutwaters and the general stonework. Decorative appeal is recognized by the landscaped area, that incorporates public seating.