Tradeston Bridge, Footbridge in Glasgow, United Kingdom
Tradeston Bridge is a footbridge over the River Clyde with a distinctive S-shaped curve that connects the Anderston bank on the north side to Tradeston on the south side. The steel and concrete structure provides a direct route for pedestrians and cyclists between Glasgow's financial district and the Tradeston neighborhood.
The bridge opened in May 2009 and was designed by Danish architectural firm Dissing+Weitling. Construction involved collaboration with Halcrow Group and BAM Nuttall.
The bridge is part of Glasgow's Clyde Bridges Heritage Trail and locals affectionately call it the 'Squiggly Bridge' because of its curved shape. This informal name shows how the structure has become part of the local identity.
The bridge has a gentle slope, making it easy to cross without special effort. Access is open from both banks and the path is wide enough for pedestrians and cyclists to use at the same time.
The bridge uses a cantilever system with steel fins that support its weight while allowing river traffic to pass underneath without obstruction. This engineering feature is visible to visitors but is rarely explained to the public.
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