Monument record MHG52660 - MacKenzie's Road
Summary
Part of a route that was formerly the main overland route to the east coast, before being abandoned a few decades later.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NH 15237 92310 (1339m by 1525m) (Centred) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NH19SE |
| Geographical Area | ROSS AND CROMARTY |
| Civil Parish | LOCHBROOM |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
Road built in 1792-97 and abandoned as the main overland route to the east coast after a few decades due to poor construction. (Photo 28) This section is surfaced and provides access to farmland and one house, beyond which it deteriorates into a wet track which can be followed to Leckmelem and includes features such as culverts and flanking turf banks. To the north it crosses the Corry Burn at what must have been at this date the first fordable point. The road to the east running up to Corry Cottage is modern as is the bridge that crosses the burn now. <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG24304 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Dagg, C. 06/2009. Allt na Choire, Ullapool, Lochbroom, Wester Ross: Proposed Hydro-Electric Generation Scheme - Archaeological Evaluation. Unaffiliated. Digital. Site 13.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Record last edited
Aug 6 2009 12:45PM
