Crouch’s Bridge was built in 1924, during the construction of Gorge Road. It is one of 7 road bridges built between Athelstone and Gumeracha. In 1969, with the construction of the Kangaroo Creek Dam, 3 of the bridges, Batchelor’s Bridge, Crouch’s Bridge and the Old Prairie Bridge, we’re submerged under the waters of the dam. Crouch’s Bridge only becomes exposed when the water levels drop below 69%.
The Bridge is typical of others built through the Gorge at this time. It is a single arch, concrete encased, steel reinforced steel.
The video finishes with the drone flying under the bridge.
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