Malmsbury Viaduct, Railway viaduct in Malmsbury, Victoria, Australia
The Malmsbury Viaduct is a railway bridge spanning the Coliban River in Victoria with five stone arches supporting the structure. The construction extends across roughly 150 meters and rises about 25 meters above the water.
Construction began in 1858 under the Melbourne, Mount Alexander and Murray River Railway Company and was taken over by the Victorian government shortly after. The project was part of early railway expansion in the region.
The structure stands as a testament to engineering practices from the Victorian era, showcasing methods that craftspeople used during the 1800s. It shapes the landscape and remains a defining feature of the region today.
The best way to view the bridge is from walking paths that start at the Malmsbury Botanic Gardens, which offer clear sightlines of the structure. Parking and facilities for visitors are available in the nearby area.
The bridge was built from local bluestone, a dark gray rock from the area that was hauled to the construction site by horse-drawn vehicles. This building material gave the structure its distinctive color and makes it a standout feature of the landscape.
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