[2] The early 19th century tramway, which originally ran parallel to the bridge, was constructed in 1811 by William Crossley.

[2] The tramway carried the Llanvihangel Railway from the canal at Llanfoist.

The first, Abergavenny Bridge, Monmouthshire, Clearing Up after a Showery Day, is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum[4] The second, entitled Abergavenny Bridge, is held by The Tate but is not exhibited due to deterioration of the paintwork.

[7] The parapets were rebuilt in the 20th century,[1] and have flat coping stones.

[3] It is a Grade II* listed building[7] and a Scheduled Monument.