Forth Road Bridge

The Forth Road Bridge is a steel suspension structure measuring 8,241 feet (2,512 meters) in length with a main span of 3,301 feet (1,006 meters) between its towers, which rise 512 feet (156 meters) above the water.

Officially opened on September 4, 1964, the bridge was constructed at a cost of approximately 19.5 million pounds using about 39,000 tons of steel and 125,000 cubic yards (210,000 cubic meters) of concrete.

The bridge replaced a ferry service that had operated for over 800 years since the 11th century, when Queen Margaret established it to transport pilgrims traveling to religious sites in Fife.

The bridge connects South Queensferry in Edinburgh with North Queensferry in Fife, providing access for pedestrians and cyclists along designated pathways while linking major transportation routes across the region.

When completed in 1964, this structure was the longest suspension bridge outside the United States and held the title of longest in Europe for several years after its opening.

Location: Fife

Location: City of Edinburgh

Location: Inverkeithing

Location: Edinburgh

Inception: September 4, 1964

Official opening: September 4, 1964

Height: 44 m

Length: 2,512 m

Longest Span: 1,006 m

Width: 33 m

Reference: A9000

Made from material: steel

Operator: The Forth Road Bridge

Website: https://theforthbridges.org

GPS coordinates: 56.00170,-3.40406

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:47