Three finely proportioned arches cross the Deveron in red sandstone set on granite piers, creating a formal arrival beside the associated tollhouse.
Quick facts
- Date
- 1826
- Architect / designer
- Unknown engineer or mason
- Type
- Three-span red-sandstone and granite road bridge
- Designation
- Listed building, Category B (LB16416)
- OS grid reference
- NJ 71412 50344
Architecture, archaeology and continuing use
Segmental arches of rough red sandstone ashlar spring from granite piers. Bull-nosed cutwaters divide the current, and the curved approaches use a subtle batter that strengthens the bridge’s long, low composition.
Its story
Completed in 1826, the bridge carried the regional road across the River Deveron. Its formal relationship with the nearby tollhouse expressed both movement and the administration of road travel.
Why it is included
Category B listing recognises the refined engineering and the strong architectural group formed by bridge and tollhouse.
What to notice
- Red sandstone arches above contrasting granite piers.
- Rounded cutwaters meeting the river flow.
- Subtle batter along the curved approaches.
Reading the surroundings
Use designated road or pedestrian space, obey traffic controls and keep away from parapet edges and river banks where no safe public route exists.
Timeline
- 1826 A three-span bridge established a formal road crossing over the Deveron.
- 19th century The neighbouring tollhouse helped regulate and fund road movement.
- Continuing use Modern traffic retained the historic crossing within the transport network.
What we know — and what remains uncertain
The designer, detailed repair history, current load capacity and safe pedestrian arrangements were not established.
Sources & further reading
- Historic Environment Scotland: Deveron Bridge, LB16416 — Designation status, mapped location, date, fabric and architectural or archaeological interest.
- Trove designation: LB16416 — Parallel national record identity and archival context.
Location
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