SECOND SEVERN BRIDGE

Location:

Over the Severn River, UK, joining England and Wales

Description:

This crossing is just over 5 km (3 miles) long and forms part of the European Strategic Route Network. The navigation clearance is 37 m (121 ft.). The main spans are cable-stayed.

Total length including approach spans: 5168 m (16955 ft.)
Main span: 456 m (1496 ft.)
Pylon height: 137 m (449 ft.)

Owner:

UK Department of Transport

Client:

Laing/GTM, an Anglo-French joint venture

Scope of Work:

Buckland & Taylor Ltd. was specialist consultant to the Design/Build Contractor, for the prestigious cable-stayed bridge. We provided advice on design, aerodynamics and construction aspects. Strong prevailing winds and very high tides were major considerations.

Completed in 1996.

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