Survey Data

Reg No

22401431


Rating

Regional


Categories of Special Interest

Architectural, Technical


Original Use

Bridge


In Use As

Bridge


Date

1700 - 1740


Coordinates

183975, 183420


Date Recorded

14/09/2004


Date Updated

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Description

Five-arch limestone road bridge over Nenagh River, built c.1720. Rubble walls with snecked limestone cut-waters to south elevation and rubble voussoirs to round and segmental arches. Semi-circular-plan refuges to south parapet walls.

Appraisal

This bridge is a fine example of the technical achievements of local craftsmen. It is constructed with rubble limestone masonry contrasting with the finer masonry of the cut-waters. The bridge design caters for vehicular as well as pedestrian traffic as the refuges to the south testify.