Scotswood Bridge, Road bridge in Tyne and Wear, England
Scotswood Bridge is a steel through arch spanning the River Tyne, featuring a suspended box girder deck beneath the arch structure. The main span extends 100.5 meters, carrying the A695 road with separate lanes for vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians across the river.
Construction began in 1964 and the bridge opened on March 20, 1967, replacing an earlier suspension bridge from 1831. It represented a shift toward modern infrastructure design to handle growing traffic demands in the region.
The bridge connects Newcastle's west end to the MetroCentre and Blaydon, serving as a vital passage that shapes how people move through the region. Commuters and local travelers use it daily as part of their routine, alongside those walking or cycling across.
Located roughly 5 kilometers upstream from central Newcastle, the bridge is straightforward to reach by car, bike, or foot. Dedicated paths exist for all types of travelers, and the crossing remains accessible in all seasons.
Between 1971 and 1974, traffic was restricted to a single lane while engineers carried out reinforcement work to address initial structural concerns. This visible overhaul demonstrated how the design was adapted to serve heavier traffic loads than originally anticipated.
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