Overtoun Bridge, Category B listed road bridge in West Dunbartonshire, Scotland.
The bridge spans across Overtoun Burn with three arches, featuring triangular buttresses, semi-circular pedestrian refuges, and domed caps at both ends.
Landscape architect H.E. Milner designed the bridge in 1895 as part of a mile-long western driveway commissioned by chemical manufacturer John White.
Local folklore connects the bridge to numerous incidents of dogs jumping from its parapets, leading to scientific investigations of animal behavior patterns.
The structure rises 50 feet above the ravine floor, connecting the western approach road to Overtoun House through rough-faced ashlar construction.
Animal behaviorist David Sands determined that long-nosed dog breeds react strongly to small mammal scents concentrated at specific points along the bridge.
Location: West Dunbartonshire
Location: Dumbarton
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 55.95269,-4.52533
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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