Description and History of Site:-
A new footbridge was built in 2000 the object was to create a link between public footpaths on opposite banks of the River Tees. It consists of three spans of 23m with stepped access at each end. The twin 686 x 254 (125 kg/m) UBs are connected by full strength splices to form a single continuous length over the supports. The beams are set 1m apart and carry the hardwood timber deck and handrails. Due to delays caused by the 2001 foot and mouth restrictions the footbridge was not opened until 6 May 2002.
Further Reading and References:-Morris, C H. Tees bridge watch 1998-2007. Cleveland Industrial Archaeologist No 32, 2008.
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Key Words :- river footbridge
Viewing the Site :- Can be viewed from the public footpath
Address :- Mickleton, Barnard Castle, Durham, DL12 0LS
Grid Ref :- NY 9765 2421
Co-ordinates :- Lat 54.613042 , Long -2.037902
Local Authority :- Durham County Council
Pre 1974 County :- Yorkshire - North Riding
Site Status :- Site extant - Protected status unknown
Site Condition :- Operational site, in use for original purpose
Site Dates :- 2000 -
Record Date :- 19 January 2016
Copyright :- cc-by-nc-sa 4.0 © Charles Morris
Grid Ref :- NY 9765 2421
Co-ordinates :- Lat 54.613042 , Long -2.037902
Local Authority :- Durham County Council
Pre 1974 County :- Yorkshire - North Riding
Site Status :- Site extant - Protected status unknown
Site Condition :- Operational site, in use for original purpose
Site Dates :- 2000 -
Record Date :- 19 January 2016
Copyright :- cc-by-nc-sa 4.0 © Charles Morris