Ashton Canal Tow Path Fotbridge - Dukinfield, UK
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dtrebilc
N 53° 28.940 W 002° 05.995
30U E 559728 N 5926305
This elegant stone arch foot bridge carries the tow path over a junction of 2 canals at Dukinfield and was erected in 1835.
Waymark Code: WMGD08
Location: North West England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 02/16/2013
Views: 1
At this point the Peak Forest canal forms a junction with the Ashton Canal and this bridge provides a means of continuing along the tow path at the side of the Ashton canal.
The Ashton Canal was opened in 1796, and this part of the Peak Forest canal in 1800. However this footbridge has a date stone of 1835 and must have replaced an earlier one.
There is a large mill building on the other side of the Ashton Canal that has a date stone of 1834 and wharves for the loading and unloading of goods. Maybe this footbridge was built to cope with increased use at a time of industrial expansion in the area.
What type of traffic does this bridge support?: Pedestians
What kind of gap does this bridge cross?:
Peak Forest Canal at junction with Ashton Canal
Date constructed: 1835
Is the bridge still in service for its original purpose?: Yes
Name of road or trail the bridge services: Ashton Canal tow path
Location:
Dukinfield, Greater Manchester
Length of bridge: Not listed
Height of bridge: Not listed
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