Shakkin' Briggie

He carried out work on behalf of his parishioners including arranging distribution of vaccines, supply of food during the 1800 famine, setting up a savings bank, and building a school.

The southern anchor block is now in the middle of the river, which has changed course considerably since the bridge was built.

The timber bridge deck and parapets were built by Morison's friend George Barclay.

Although its legal status remains unclear, Aberdeen City Council is currently active in considering the bridge's future.

However, due to erosion, the Dee shifted its course from 1955 onwards, sweeping away the southern approach spans, and in 1984 the decking was removed as a safety precaution.