Survey Data
Reg No
21903903
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Scientific, Technical
Original Use
Bridge
In Use As
Bridge
Date
1790 - 1810
Coordinates
155800, 134292
Date Recorded
02/11/2007
Date Updated
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Description
Four-arch road bridge over the River Morningstar, built c. 1800, with recent concrete V-cutwaters to east and west elevations. Rubble sandstone walls. Dressed sandstone voussoirs to round-headed arches. Render copings to parapet walls.
Appraisal
This four-arch road bridge, spanning the Morningstar River, is a notable example of early nineteenth-century engineering skills and craftsmanship. Despite alterations, the bridge retains its rhythmical silhouette, which forms a prominent feature within the village of Athlacca.