 The bridge became noted for its insecure state , the lack of rails a particular issue , and it was referred to as " dangerous and unsightly " . A new bridge , 3 feet ( 1 m ) higher than the one it replaced , was under construction in 1878 . This new structure was 350 feet ( 107 m ) long , had a wooden frame and deck standing on stone piers . Floods continued to overflow Hadspen 's only bridge , floods in 1893 may have been 8 feet ( 2 @.@ 4 m ) above the bridge 's approach road 's level ; both the bridge and approach roads were extensively damaged and 250 feet ( 76 m ) of guard rails were carried away . 
