St Albans Bridge, Macdonald River

This bridge, built by John Ahearn & Son and opened on 27 June 1903, has two de Burgh type composite timber and steel trusses and a distinctive steel trestle, all designed by the eminent Public Works engineer E M de Burgh.

This type of road bridge was part of the design evolution (1861-1905) of the timber truss road bridge in NSW and was the first composite truss in the bridge program.

It was a significant technical advance over the preceding types. The bridge has the longest de Burgh truss spans, 36 metres, and is a local landmark.

St Albans bridge with the plaque on a plinth in the foregeound.

St Albans bridge.

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The Engineers Australia plaque at St Albans.

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St Albans Bridge location map.

Engineering Heritage Recognition Program

Marker Type	Historic Engineering Marker (HEM)
Award Date	5 November 1995
Heritage Significance	The bridge has the longest de Burgh truss spans, 36 metres, and is a local landmark.
Nomination Document	Available here.
Ceremony Booklet	Not vailable.