Thomas Telford, county surveyor
Language: English Series: Civil Engineering ; 160 May 2007, 7-11(5)Publication details: 2007Subject(s): Summary: Describes Thomas Telford's early years as the first county surveyor of Shropshire. These were marked by a challenging relationship with som eof the justices of the peace, his employers. Portrays Telford a an active moderniser of Shropshire's infrastructure. Gives particular reference to the upkeep of bridges and the creation of standardised cast iron designs for economy. Provides an overview of his work beyond the county. Describes his part in the development of Thomas Stanton who served as Telford's deputy.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L137791 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 137791-1001 |
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Describes Thomas Telford's early years as the first county surveyor of Shropshire. These were marked by a challenging relationship with som eof the justices of the peace, his employers. Portrays Telford a an active moderniser of Shropshire's infrastructure. Gives particular reference to the upkeep of bridges and the creation of standardised cast iron designs for economy. Provides an overview of his work beyond the county. Describes his part in the development of Thomas Stanton who served as Telford's deputy.