This new area, known as ‘Crumlin Village,’ serves as a reminder of the importance of the new bridge to the community; Viaduct Terrace, Upper Viaduct Terrace, Kennard Terrace, the Viaduct Hotel and Viaduct Cottage were all constructed here.
Thomas settled in Crumlin whilst the building of the viaduct was in progress, but left the area in 1858 to prospect for gold in the United States.
The piers of CrumlinViaduct were slightly flexible due to their height and could deflect several inches without losing their original shape.