Survey Data
Reg No
14929013
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Scientific, Technical
Original Use
Lock
In Use As
Lock
Date
1840 - 1845
Coordinates
194600, 213006
Date Recorded
10/10/2004
Date Updated
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Description
Victoria Lock, built in 1843, to replace Hamilton's Lock and Clonaheenogue Canal. It was built by the Shannon Commission engineer, Thomas Rhodes. Cast-iron mooring bollards with 1844 date stamp. The old canal and lock, dating from the 1750s, is still present.
Appraisal
Manufacturer's name Fenton, Murray and Jackson Engineers Leeds on cast-iron bollards to site. The lock is significant for its size as it allowed the passage of larger steamers used on the river at the time.