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BRUNTONS BRIDGE

Other Name BRUNTON'S BRIDGE Location OVER THOMSON RIVER, BRUNTONS BRIDGE ROAD WALHALLA, BAW BAW SHIRE File Number PL-HE/03/1169 (1) Level Registered

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Statement of Significance

'Brunton's Bridge', old road between Cowwarr and Walhalla, comprises the remains of a timber and iron bridge erected c.1886. The structure was 211 feet long, 21 feet wide and had a maximum height of the decking of 40 feet. The timber parts of the bridge, comprising beams, decking and handrails, were destroyed by bushfires. Six columns support the steel substructure and lattice and other steel work decorates the bridge. The bridge is an interesting example of late nineteenth century bridge technology, adapted for use in difficult terrain. Although the timber portions of the bridge no longer remain, sufficient of the bridge remains for its original form to be seen. 'Brunton's Bridge' forms part of the industrial relics contained in the important former mining town of Walhalla. The bridge is in a fair condition with respect to the iron structure. The timber portion of the structure has been destroyed by bushfires.