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Although often believed to be of prehistoric origin, most were erected in medieval times, and some in later centuries. They are often situated close to a Ford where carts could cross. The largest clapper bridge, Anping bridge, was built at around 1000 AD in Fujian Province, China.
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Why is a Clapper Bridge called a clapper bridge?
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Could stones construct a clapper bridge?
A clapper bridge is an ancient form of bridge, and is built using stone uprights spaced across the stream or river, with stone slabs laid on top to form the walkway.
What is the oldest bridge still in use in the U.K.?
The oldest bridge in Britain is thought to be Tarr Steps on Exmoor, Somerset, which is known as a Clapper bridge
What does clapper mean?
A clapper is the part of a bell that swings back and forth within the shall and strikes the shell, making the bell ring. The clapper suspension is the method by which a clapper is hung inside the shell of a bell. A clapper is also a person who claps hands. A clapper can also be two flat pieces of wood, held between the fingers and struck together rhythmically. A clapper bridge is an ancient form of stone bridge found in part of England in which large flat slabs of granite or schist are supported on stone piers or laid along a stream bank.
What might happen to a clapper bridge during a flash flood?
A clapper bridge is an ancient form of bridge found on the moors of Devon (Dartmoor and ... They are often situated close to a ford where carts could cross. ... Some larger clapper bridges, such as at Dartmeet and Bellever, have collapsed – their slabs swept away by floods, or raided for building or wall construction. However ...
What are the advantages and disadvantages of a clapper bridge?
Depends upon situation and your point of view. For my money advantages of a clapper bridge: 1. More durable than a timber bridge 2. Better looking than a concrete one 3. Easier to maintain than a brick one (eg no mortar to need repointing) 4. Express local tradition, heritage ad skill than any other type of bridge 5. More fun to cross with the kids
When was the first cantilever bridge made?
The Niagara Cantilever Bridge or Michigan Central Railway Cantilever Bridge
Where and when was the first bridge ever made?
2012
How big is the clapper on the liberty bell?
The clapper on the Liberty Bell weighs 44lbs. and is 17 inches long made out of cast iron
Who did they made the first bridge in Asia?
the first bride land in asia was made of ace
What was the first bridge ever made?
Bridges have been built since the stone age, it is impossible to say where or when the first one was built.
Where did Abraham Darby III build the first iron bridge?
The first iron bridge was made in Coalbrookdale in Shropshire
