John Foord Bridge, Corowa, River Murray
From Engineering Heritage Australia
The 1892 John Foord Bridge at Corowa with its lattice iron trusses and timber approach viaduct on the northern end is a fine example of the type of major road bridge that was dominant in New South Wales in the last quarter of the nineteenth century.
The iron lattice bridge, designed by John McDonald is among the last group of this type built just prior to the 1894 changeover to American bridge technology and the use of Pratt trusses for metal road bridges.
John A Mc Donald was the leading bridge engineer in the Public Works Department at the time, and his design for timber truss road bridges in 1884 bears his name.
Engineering Heritage Recognition Program
| Marker Type | National Engineering Landmark (NEL) |
| Award Date | 2 September 2001 |
| Heritage Significance | The 1892 John Foord Bridge at Corowa with its lattice iron trusses and timber approach viaduct on the northern end is a fine example of the type of major road bridge that was dominant in New South Wales in the last quarter of the nineteenth century. |
| Nomination Document | Available here. |
| Ceremony Booklet Ceremony Report |
Available here. |
| Plaque/Interpretation Panel | None Installed. |
