A 1934 concrete bridge disguised by rubble and ashlar facing carries the modern trunk road across the River Oich.
Quick facts
- Date
- 1934
- Architect / designer
- Mears and Carus-Wilson
- Type
- Three-span reinforced-concrete road bridge faced in masonry
- Designation
- Listed building, Category B (LB1866)
- OS grid reference
- NH 37890 09273
Architecture, archaeology and continuing use
Three reinforced-concrete spans are faced with rubble masonry and tooled ashlar. A broad shallow central arch is flanked by smaller openings, while triangular cutwaters rise into the spandrels and a solid coped parapet defines the roadway.
Its story
Mears and Carus-Wilson designed the bridge in 1934 to replace the older crossing downstream. Its construction reflects the interwar improvement of road travel through the Great Glen while its masonry finish responds to the historic village setting.
Why it is included
Category B listing recognises a well-composed interwar bridge that combines modern structural material with traditional stone-facing and remains essential transport infrastructure.
What to notice
- The wide shallow central arch above the river.
- Smaller flanking arches and rising cutwaters.
- Rubble facing that conceals the concrete structure.
Reading the surroundings
This is a busy trunk-road bridge. Use designated pavements and crossings, never step into traffic for a view, and observe the structure only from safe public places away from river edges.
Timeline
- 1934 Mears and Carus-Wilson completed the new road bridge.
- Mid-20th century Motor traffic consolidated the crossing's role on the Great Glen route.
- 2026 The bridge continued carrying the active A82.
What we know — and what remains uncertain
The accessible designation record does not describe later strengthening, maintenance or alterations to road-safety features.
Sources & further reading
- Historic Environment Scotland: A82 Bridge over the River Oich, LB1866 — Designation status, mapped location, date, fabric and architectural or archaeological interest.
- Highland Council: Fort Augustus and Glenmoriston Local Place Plan — Current community planning and settlement context for Fort Augustus.
Location
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