Iron footbridge, over the Six Mile Water, south-east of Muckamore Bridge, adjacent to Seven Mile Straight, Muckamore, Antrim, Co Antrim

A narrow single span decoratively treated cast iron pedestrian bridge over the Six Mile Water river. It comprises two segmental arched cast iron girders constructed in sections, with ribs perforated to give a latticed appearance, upper rails embossed with decorative lozenge panels to give a similar appearance, and spandrel panels filled with Gothic arched intersecting tracery; plaque affixed to each arch, inscribed 'H & R Baird, Glasgow 1822'; some remnants of a timber superstructure are still in place but otherwise the carriageway is missing. The bridge is embraced by a modern latticework supporting structure of plain steel sections which are fixed to it, forming an undercarriage and side railings; ends closed off to prevent access. SETTING: The bridge stands in a rural area a short distance from the main road, linking the main south bank of the river with an island in the river to the north of it. Grassed areas to both banks, with the main approach through a small area of park-like common land; mature trees and bushes adjacent.