Bridge of Carron, Category A listed railway bridge in Moray, Scotland
Description
The Bridge of Carron is a railway bridge that crosses the River Spey between Knockando and Aberlour with a distinctive arched design. Three cast iron ribs support the main span, while stone flood arches sit on either bank to manage water flow.
History
Built between 1862 and 1863 by engineer Alexander Gibb for the Strathspey Railway, the bridge originally served both train and road traffic. Railway operations ended in 1968, after which the structure transitioned to road-only use.
Culture
The bridge exemplifies 19th-century Scottish engineering methods through its cast iron lattice work and rustic ashlar abutment piers with triangular cutwaters.
Practical
The bridge now operates as a single-lane road with a dedicated footpath for pedestrians on one side. Visitors can walk across to experience the river crossing and view the structure from different angles.
Did you know?
This was the last cast iron railway bridge built and operated in Scotland before its conversion to road use in 1968. The structure retained its original construction during this transition, making it a notable example of adaptive reuse.
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