Severn River railway bridge, Dundee

Severn River railway bridge is a retired rail crossing over the Severn River in Glen Innes that spans 13 sections of timber construction, each about 12 meters long, with support posts between them. The structure now serves as a bicycle path and is protected as a heritage site.

The bridge was designed in 1886 by engineer John Whitton as part of the Main Northern Line railway expansion across inland New South Wales. The design drew from existing viaduct styles used in English railway engineering.

The bridge shows how Australian communities once connected rural areas through railway engineering during the late 1800s. Locals and travelers today use this path across the river, keeping this connection alive in a new form.

You can reach the bridge through walking trails that connect to nearby areas, and it works well for cycling or walking across the river. Plan to visit during dry weather, as the timber structure can be slippery after rain.

This bridge is one of only four similar timber viaducts built along the Main Northern Line in the 1880s using the same construction methods. The group of four structures demonstrates how engineers replicated proven designs across the inland region.

Location: Glen Innes Severn Council

GPS coordinates: -29.58140,151.80330

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:04