Between 1952 and 1959, the Corrib was again drained and the present regulating weir was built.
This is the largest and most impressive weir in the country with a water flow of 4 million gallons per second at full flood, and 100,000 gallons per second at low flood.
The tremendous rush of water through the weir is absolutely breathtaking at full flood,
and the bridge is regularly lined with locals and tourists alike,
absorbed by the spectacle.