Haltwhistle A69 Bridge, West Explained

Haltwhistle A69 Bridge, West
Coordinates:54.9627°N -2.4718°W
Os Grid Reference:NY698632
Carries: Haltwhistle bypass
Crosses:River South Tyne
Locale:Northumberland
Owner:Department for Transport
Design:Arch bridge
Material:Concrete
Spans:3
Lanes:3
Complete:1997

Haltwhistle A69 Bridge, West is a concrete bridge across the River South Tyne at Haltwhistle in Northumberland, England.

History

The bridge is a concrete arch bridge, which forms part of the Haltwhistle A69 bypass and was completed in 1997.[1] The creation of the bypass allowed the road through Haltwhistle to be detrunked shortly thereafter.[2]

As well as carrying the A69 road, the bridge has an additional third lane (separated by a concrete safety barrier) to link adjoining minor roads and carry a footpath.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: South Tyne - Haltwhistle A69 Bridge (West). 15 January 2017.
  2. Web site: The A69 Trunk Road (Haltwhistle Bypass) Order 1994. UK Government. 15 January 2017.