Banavie Railway Swing Bridge, Railway swing bridge in Highland, Scotland
The Banavie Railway Swing Bridge spans across the Caledonian Canal, featuring an asymmetric bow truss design with reinforced support at its holding end.
Alex Findlay & Company of Motherwell manufactured this bridge in 1901 as part of the Mallaig Extension Railway, connecting Fort William to Mallaig.
The bridge represents a significant example of Scottish engineering, earning Category B listed building status for its architectural and technical characteristics.
Network Rail staff control the automated bridge operations from a signal box near the structure, implementing a 5 mph speed limit for crossing trains.
The bridge pivots from its southern end to allow boat passage through the Caledonian Canal while maintaining essential rail connections in the Highland region.
Location: Highland
Location: Kilmallie
Part of: Caledonian Canal
GPS coordinates: 56.84429,-5.09710
Latest update: March 5, 2025 13:03
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