Lister Park Stone Footpath Bridge - Bradford, UK
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dtrebilc
N 53° 48.877 W 001° 46.550
30U E 580597 N 5963590
This may not be the biggest bridge in the world, but as an arch bridge it successfully supports pedestrians and cyclists as they pass over a small stream.
Waymark Code: WMJ8QG
Location: Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 10/11/2013
Views: 1
Lister Park is one of Bradford’s largest parks, and in 2006 it was given the prestigious award of Britain’s Best Park, and was also nominated for Best Park in Europe.
On the Northern side of the park is a landscaped garden area with streams and an artificial waterfall. At this point the stream leads away from the waterfall and passes under the bridge supporting the public path. From here the stream feeds the boating lake.
One side of the bridge has a rather pointed arch compared to the other side.
Length of bridge: 7 feet
Height of bridge: 3 feet
What type of traffic does this bridge support?: Pedestrians and bikes
What kind of gap does this bridge cross?:
Small stream in a public park
Is the bridge still in service for its original purpose?: Yes
Name of road or trail the bridge services: Unnamed footpath
Location:
Bradford, West Yorkshire
Date constructed: Not listed
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