Full Report for Listed Buildings
Summary Description of a Listed Buildings
Reference Number
16334
Building Number
Grade
II
Status
Designated
Date of Designation
21/08/1995
Date of Amendment
21/08/1995
Name of Property
Bridge 128 over the Montgomeryshire Canal
Address
Location
Unitary Authority
Powys
Community
Berriew
Town
Locality
Easting
319235
Northing
301033
Street Side
Location
Carries the B4390 over the canal 0.5km approx. NE of Berriew village.
Description
Broad Class
Transport
Period
History
The Montgomeryshire Canal was constructed as far as Garthmyl c1794-1797, engineered by John and Thomas Dadford. This bridge was first built at that time, but was repaired and partially rebuilt in more recent times.
Exterior
Single span brick arched bridge 8m approx in depth, crossing the canal at an angle and accommodating a field entrance as well as the road bed. Segmental archway, projecting stringcourse below parapets, both of which have been substantially rebuilt, but retain their curved stone copings.
Interior
Reason for designation
A significant element of the engineering of the Montgomeryshire Canal at Berriew.
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