Shannon Bridge
Bridge in Westmeath, Ireland, dating from 1845–1851
Six-span wrought-iron railway bridge, built c.1850, resting on six pairs of iron Doric shafts, with the two widest spans over the river having latticed elliptical girders. The piers at either end are constructed of rusticated limestone. Located to the north of Athlone Town centre.
- Type:
- Bridge
- Period:
- 1845–1851
- Where:
- Westmeath, Ireland
- Coordinates:
- 53.43°N, 7.95°W
More places nearby
- Custume Barracks (0.3 km)
- Catholic Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul (0.4 km)
- Athlone Castle (0.5 km)
- Saint Anthony's Catholic Church (0.7 km)
- Waterstown House (7.0 km)
- Ballynahown Court (10.0 km)
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