[2] It was designed and cast by Horseley Ironworks and installed by Thomas Townshend, who worked on a number of projects to improve the nearby Birmingham Canal.

[3] The bridge consists of four identical cast iron ribs set on ashlared stone piers containing five flood-relief passages apiece in the form of pointed arches.

[1][4] It has cast iron handrails flanking a single lane deck with a raised footpath on the northern side.

The second rib from the south side bears the inscription "This bridge was built at the expense of the Revd.

An inspector in 1921 reported that the bridge was "in excellent condition", but the piers were reinforced with concrete at some point in the 20th century.