Dwars-in-de-weg Fransmankraal Bridge
Address
Devon Valley Road
Date Built
Suggested Grading
IIIC
Property Number
Present NHRA protection
S34
Older than 60 years - at time of survey
yes
Description
Entrance to farm with bridges. Masonry pilasters with conical caps topped with sphere, and low rusticated wall.
Details
Valley
Bottelary Valley (B01-B20)
Area
Bottelary Devon Valley Area (B01-B07)
Landscape Unit
B03
Townscape
Landscape Unit Grade
Grade II
Architect / Builder
Current Use
Bridge
Original Use
Bridge
General Evaluation
Interior Description
History
Grouping with other sites
Series of three structures in similar style. Each feature becoming less decorative as one moves into
the site.
Evidence of Demolition
Contextual Design
Gateway and landmark element within the valley.
Invasive Elements
Signs clutter the entrance wall, small bridge is in a neglected state.
Heritage Vulnerability
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Latitude/Longitude
-33.92642038 / 18.81838012
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Additional Information
Additional Documents
Survey
2016
Circa
Admin Area
Allotment
Zoning
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Date of survey
2016
Linked to erf/erven
Linked Address
Environment
Valley PDF
AREA PDF
Landscape Unit PDF
Townscape PDF
2016 Survey Document - Site PDF
OTHER DOCUMENTS
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NHRA Significance
Age
High
Archaeology
Low
Architectural
Medium
Associational
Low
Intangible
Low
* SCALE USED: High / Medium / Low / None
Rarity
High
Representivity
High
Scientific
Low
Symbolic
Medium
Statement of Significance
This site has landmark and gateway significance for the farm, as well as for Devon Valley on a wider
scale.
Landscape Significance
Associated with a small watercourse.
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Additional Photos
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