Bridge over Djerriwarrh Creek

It is of state historical significance in demonstrating the affect of early government action, which was then influential in facilitating the Melbourne-Ballarat link and stimulating development along this route. In particular it demonstrates the work of the then recently established Roads and Bridges Department of the Board of Land and Works, in improving the road network. in response to the vastly increased demand, due to the gold rush of the 1850s. Further, it demonstrates the pioneering early history of civil engineering in the Colony.

The bridge has aesthetic significance as a powerful technological experience, as it spans the deep ravine of the Djerriwarrh Creek. Conservation of the bridge over the past 30 years is of historical significance in demonstrating the early effect of government action in recognising the heritage significance of an engineering structure. Finally, this is expressed in social significance demonstrated by action to conserve a monument known and valued by the community, as pan of the sense of identity of the place. It has further social significance as a landmark, illustrated in representative views, such as postcards. The embankments and cutt ings form an important and integral contributory part of the significant fabric of the structure, in placing it in a meaningful physical context .

Group

Transport - Road

Category

Road Bridge