East Manley Bridge, Great Western Canal, Devon UK
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Brentorboxer
N 50° 53.957 W 003° 25.954
30U E 469581 N 5638713
Quick Description: An arched bridge in Devon UK.
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 9/3/2008 5:30:02 AM
Waymark Code: WM4KJ3
Published By: Groundspeak Charter Member GEO*Trailblazer 1
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Long Description:
This is one of many brick built arch bridges along this canal.
The Great Western Canal was designed by John Rennie and built at the end of the nineteenth century, the canal was closed as a commercial waterway in 1925. Since 1971 it has been restored as a country park and is enjoyed by walkers, anglers and passengers on a horse drawn boat.

Length of bridge: 15m

Height of bridge: 6m

What type of traffic does this bridge support?: motor vehicles

What kind of gap does this bridge cross?:
Great Western Canal.


Is the bridge still in service for its original purpose?: yes

Name of road or trail the bridge services: Small country lane

Location:
near Tiverton, Devon UK


Date constructed: Not listed

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