Williams River - 1947 - Bandon Grove, NSW, Australia
S 32° 18.057 E 151° 42.992
56H E 379162 N 6425482
The headwaters of the Williams River are further up, above the Chichester Dam, but I think this is the first public access point. The bridge was built in 1947, by, the Department of Main Roads - New South Wales; as indicated by the plaque.
Waymark Code: WMQB41
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Date Posted: 01/26/2016
Views: 4
The bronze plaque on the western end of the bridge reads:
D.M.R.
1947
There are two concrete caissons built into the Williams River to support the concrete structure. While the locals don't remember the bridge itself being flooded over, the approaches on either side most certainly do get cut off in floods.
While the closest parking is as listed, opposite Dowlings Road (track), I would suggest you go to the Bandon Grove Reserve, where there are toilets and picnic facilities. The road is quiet enough to take a walk along the side of the bridge.
And yes, there is a geocache VERY close to the other end of the bridge. Just one metre down from the height of the carriageway, tho the best approach is from below.
Date built or dedicated as indicated on the date stone or plaque.: 1947
Date stone, plaque location.: On the southern side, of the western approach end
Road, body of water, land feature, etc. that the bridge spans.: Williams River
Parking (safe parking location): N 32° 18.018 W 151° 42.966
Website (if available): Not listed
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