Survey Data
Reg No
30407804
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Technical
Original Use
Bridge
In Use As
Bridge
Date
1885 - 1905
Coordinates
91919, 230359
Date Recorded
09/09/2008
Date Updated
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Description
Curvilinear causeway, built c.1895, of drystone construction with double-span concrete bridge. Irregular coursed rubble stone parapet with rubble coping stones (toppers) and cement coping, iron railings to bridge. Shuttered concrete addition to assist tidal drainage to east of bridge. Conical concrete sea marks to north.
Appraisal
This rather extensive causeway was constructed to improve communications and commerce with the relatively isolated communities at Eanach Mhéain [Annaghvaan Island], Leitir Móir [Lettermore Island] and Garmna [Gorumna Island]. This piece of maritime engineering is of technical interest as well as being an aesthetically pleasing structure.