Orwell Bridge, Road bridge in Ipswich, England.
The Orwell Bridge extends 1,287 meters across the River Orwell with a main span of 190 meters and a total width of 24 meters.
The construction of this concrete structure began in October 1979 and was completed in December 1982, with Dutch company Stevin Construction leading the project.
The bridge design received approval from the Royal Fine Art Commission for its integration into the Suffolk landscape and river environment.
Electronic signs display variable speed limits of 60 mph during normal conditions and 40 mph when wind speeds reach between 45 and 60 mph.
The pilings of the bridge reach 40 meters into the river bottom, supporting the structure that handles over 67,500 vehicles daily.
Location: Ipswich
GPS coordinates: 52.02691,1.16449
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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