Survey Data
Reg No
40906416
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Artistic, Technical
Original Use
Water pump
Date
1870 - 1890
Coordinates
171518, 398872
Date Recorded
14/04/2014
Date Updated
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Description
Freestanding cast-iron water hydrant, erected c.1880, having moulded base with fluted shaft, moulded neck with plain spout, fluted domed cap and fluted handle. Finial missing. Bucket stand to base. Located on grass verge, close to former Clogher National School.
Appraisal
This attractive piece of mass-produced cast-iron street furniture has been well maintained and remains an appealing and subtle feature in the local landscape. It is a reminder of the mechanisms installed for the provision of clean water prior to the development of mains water supply and is therefore of technical interest. The hydrant is classical in appearance, with its moulded base and fluted shaft.