Survey Data
Reg No
40903211
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Social, Technical
Original Use
Quay/wharf
In Use As
Quay/wharf
Date
1840 - 1860
Coordinates
179961, 423419
Date Recorded
27/05/2014
Date Updated
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Description
Quay, built c.1850, on north bank of mouth of Clady River. Pink granite and limestone coursed rubble walls with concrete parapet and deck, having granite and concrete steps leading to water. Cast-iron bollards and mooring posts to deck. Located to south of Bunbeg, overlooked by buildings.
Appraisal
A modest quay, built in the mid-nineteenth century, possibly during the Great Famine, by Lord George Hill, landlord of Gweedore, It is of considerable significance for its key role in the maritime economy of the area.