Building record MAB41399 - PARK BRIDGE
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Summary
A 2-span road bridge with cast-iron arches each of two ribs, on masonry piers and supporting a wooden deck.
Protected Status/Designation
- Listed Building (A) 45
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NO 7965 9818 (89m by 66m) Centred at - Polygon: Known Site Extent |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NO79NE |
| Authority | Aberdeenshire |
| Civil Parish | Drumoak |
Type and Period (3)
Full Description
A 2-span road bridge with cast-iron arches each of two ribs, on masonry piers and supporting a wooden deck. The spandrels are arcaded, with granite approaches and centre pier of distinct outline. Built by the railway company, designed by engineer John Willett. It bears inscription James Abernethy and Co, Ferryhill Foundry, Aberdeen 1854. The toll to cross was not abolished until 1962.
Period Notes
Built 1854.
DP 29-38, DP 29-38 (Ground Photograph). SAB15904.
Hume, JR, 1977, Industrial Archaeology of Scotland, 222 (Bibliographic reference). SAB730.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ASH;
- HES Listed Building Number: 45;
- NMR Card Number: NO79NE41;
- NRHE Numlink: 36656;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NO79NE0024;
External Links (2)
- https://portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB45 (Historic Environment Scotland Portal Link)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/36656 (trove.scot link)
Sources/Archives (2)
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Aug 14 2017 4:04PM
