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WINCHELSEA BRIDGE

Other Names

BRIDGE , BARWON RIVER BRIDGE

Location

OVER BARWON RIVER, PRINCES HIGHWAY WINCHELSEA, SURF COAST SHIRE

File Number

13/006943

Level

Registered

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BRIDGE SOHE 2008
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BRIDGE SOHE 2008
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1 bridge over barwon river
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Statement of Significance

The Barwon River Bridge at Winchelsea was erected in 1867 for the Council of the Shire of Winchelsea, replacing an earlier timber structure of 1849. The three span arch structure was built of bluestone by James Sinclair at a cost of £4,602 and officially opened by Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, on 3rd December 1867.

The Barwon River Bridge is the third structure erected at this historic crossing place and has since 1867 provided an important link with Geelong and the Western District. This finely proportioned masonry arch bridge, one of the most impressive stone structures in Victoria, has a notable association with Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, the three times royal visitor to nearby 'Barwon Park' mansion.

The Barwon River Bridge is no longer used for vehicular traffic having been replaced by a modern concretebridge.

Group

Transport - Road