Lennox Bridge, Parramatta

Lennox Bridge is a stone arch structure in Parramatta that spans the Parramatta River with a single sweeping elliptical arch. The structure was built from local Hawkesbury sandstone blocks and carries both vehicle traffic and dedicated pedestrian paths.

The structure was built between 1836 and 1839 under David Lennox, the Colonial Superintendent of Bridges. It replaced an earlier wooden bridge that had been damaged repeatedly by river floods.

The structure reflects early colonial engineering skills and remains a symbol of connection for the community. It shaped how people crossed the river and developed the surrounding area during the settlement period.

The structure carries daily vehicle traffic and has separate paths for people walking across on foot. It can be accessed freely at any time and is easy to navigate as part of the local street network.

Archaeological work in 2014 uncovered that parts of an earlier prison bridge from 1804 were incorporated into the foundation of the current structure. This reveals how later builders reused materials from earlier construction efforts.

Location: New South Wales

Made from material: stone

GPS coordinates: -33.81070,151.00500

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:26