Banagher bridge

Banagher Bridge
Coordinates53°11′37″N 7°59′34″W / 53.1935°N 7.9927°W / 53.1935; -7.9927
CarriesCars & Pedestrians
CrossesRiver Shannon
LocaleBanagher
Heritage statusListed in NIAH
NIAH Number14810034
Characteristics
DesignArch bridge
MaterialStone Masonry
Total length160 metres (520 ft)
No. of spans7
History
Openedc. 1841 - 1843
Location
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Banagher Bridge is located northwest of the town of Banagher, and carries the R356 road across the River Shannon between Counties Offaly and Galway in Ireland. The present bridge, constructed between 1841 and 1843 has six masonry arches and had an opening section which has been replaced by a permanent beam.