Survey Data

Reg No

20908103


Rating

Regional


Categories of Special Interest

Architectural, Technical


Original Use

Bridge


In Use As

Bridge


Date

1780 - 1820


Coordinates

115141, 67194


Date Recorded

10/04/2008


Date Updated

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Description

Four-arch road bridge over Abha Bhun Sílinn [Bunsheelin River], built c.1800, with recent repairs. Rubble limestone construction with limestone voussoirs to segmental arches, and having V-cutwaters to north elevation.

Appraisal

This bridge exhibits fine local craftsmanship, and is a testament to the quality of late eighteenth century design. Located in Béal Átha an Ghaorthaidh [Ballingeary], it is a physical reminder of the provisions which were made to accommodate trade and communication.