19th century accomodation bridge at Butlers Lane, Saffron Walden (EHER 40465)

Mid 19th century accommodation bridge.

2004. Desk-based assessment. A triple arch accommodation bridge built with a large central (rail) arch flanked by smaller outer arches springing from the railway cutting banks. Built with red brick piers and abutments (English bond), the bridge has white brick dressings facing each of the three course on-edge arches and a plain blue brick band at deck level. The parapets, also in red brick, are modern and have a blue brick on-edge coping. Generally in a fair condition, although there are areas of brick spalling within the arches, particularly on the west side and more seriously a large structural crack passing through the parapet and abutment in the southern springing arch. Movement in the bridge (AEB2122) is presently being monitored. It currently provides vehicular access to Butlers Farm. Limitations on maximum road weights may be necessary due to structural weakness. <1>