Bridge BR 467 - Rivington Street, London, UK
N 51° 31.577 W 000° 04.717
30U E 702644 N 5712398
This railway bridge cosses Rivington Street in a north/south direction as it carries the railway between Shoreditch High Street and Hoxton stations.
Waymark Code: WMEVJ1
Location: London, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 07/10/2012
Views: 2
Much of the rail track in east London is carried on viaducts that are supported by arches. However, the arches over roads became a problem as road traffic increased in size. The arch meant that ant tall vehicles had to use the centre of the road when passing under the bridge. To overcome this problem the arches across roads were removed and girders used instead. This not only gave a consistent clearance but there was also a slight increase in the clearance height.
The arches that carried the railway between roads were put to use. The open ends were closed off and light industrial businesses were set-up as they could handle the noise and vibration of trains passing overhead as they were probably making as much noise themselves.
Bridge Type: Girder
Bridge Usage: Railroad
Moving Bridge: This bridge is static (has no moving pieces)
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