Castle Walk Footbridge, Concrete footbridge in Shrewsbury, England.
Castle Walk Footbridge spans 150 feet across the River Severn, connecting Castlefields with Cherry Orchard and Underdale areas of Shrewsbury.
Completed in November 1951, this structure marked a milestone as the first prestressed concrete bridge constructed in Shropshire.
The footbridge stands near Shrewsbury Castle, forming part of a network of paths that residents use for daily walks and outdoor activities.
The bridge features ramps for mobility access and lighting systems that ensure safe pedestrian crossing during evening and night hours.
The construction utilized balanced cantilever engineering with two cantilever sections and a central suspended span designed by L.G. Mouchel and Partners.
GPS coordinates: 52.71250,-2.74389
Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:30
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