Goole railway swing bridge, Railway swing bridge in Goole, United Kingdom
The railway bridge spans across the River Ouse with four fixed spans and one swing span, supporting double-track railway operations between Hull and South Yorkshire.
Engineer Thomas Elliot Harrison designed and constructed this bridge in 1869 for the Hull and Doncaster Branch of the North Eastern Railway system.
The Grade II* listed structure represents the engineering achievements of Victorian-era railway construction, demonstrating advanced technical solutions for river transportation.
The swing span rotates horizontally within 50 seconds using hydraulic mechanisms, allowing ships to pass through while maintaining regular rail service.
The bridge construction employed pneumatic caisson processes to sink cast iron cylinder piers until they reached bedrock, ensuring structural stability.
Location: Goole
Location: Kilpin
GPS coordinates: 53.71320,-0.84240
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:20
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