Railway Bridge & Viaduct, Wribbenhall, Worcestershire, England
N 52° 22.573 W 002° 18.502
30U E 547081 N 5803108
Bridge over a minor road in a housing estate in Wribbenhall.
Waymark Code: WM13JXX
Location: West Midlands, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 12/28/2020
Views: 3
A part of a viaduct carrying the Severn Valley Railway across parts of Wribbenhall. Built between 1858 and 1862
From wikipedia :-
"The Severn Valley Railway is a heritage railway in Shropshire and Worcestershire, England. The 16-mile (26 km) heritage line runs along the Severn Valley from Bridgnorth to Kidderminster, crossing the Shropshire/Worcestershire border, following the course of the River Severn for much of its route. Train services are hauled predominantly by steam locomotives, plus one diesel hauled train, making two round trips a day, on most days. "
Length of bridge: 20feet
Height of bridge: 20feet
What type of traffic does this bridge support?: A heritage railway.
What kind of gap does this bridge cross?:
Crosses a road within a small residential area.
Date constructed: 1858-1862
Is the bridge still in service for its original purpose?: Yes
Name of road or trail the bridge services: Maypole Close
Location:
Wribbenhall
Worcestershire
England
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