Victoria Viaduct, Railway bridge in Wearside, England
The Victoria Viaduct extends 247 meters across the River Wear, featuring four main stone arches constructed from local sandstone and Aberdeen granite.
The construction of this railway bridge started in March 1836 and concluded in June 1838, coinciding with Queen Victoria's coronation day.
The engineering design by James Walker drew inspiration from the ancient Roman bridge at Alcántara in Spain, incorporating similar architectural elements.
The structure ceased passenger operations in 1964 and freight services in 1991, now standing as a Grade II listed building open for public viewing.
The central arch spans 49 meters and rises 37 meters above the water level, making it one of the largest bridges in Europe during its completion.
Location: Sunderland
Official opening: August 1838
Length: 247 m
Longest Span: 49 m
Made from material: granite, sandstone
GPS coordinates: 54.88460,-1.50251
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:18
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