This is a single suspension bridge from the Bridgemeister historical inventory of suspension bridges.

1830: Stockton Railway

Stockton on Tees, England, United Kingdom - River Tees
Bridgemeister ID:390 (added before 2003)
Year Completed:1830
Name:Stockton Railway
Location:Stockton on Tees, England, United Kingdom
Crossing:River Tees
Principals:Sir Samuel Brown
References:AAJ, BEM, HBE, SBR
Use:Rail
Status:Replaced, 1842
Main Cables:Chain (iron)
Suspended Spans:1
Main Span:1 x 85.6 meters (281 feet)

Notes:

  • First railway suspension bridge.

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