Queen Elizabeth II Bridge, Cable-stayed bridge in Dartford, England
The Queen Elizabeth II Bridge stretches 2872 meters across the River Thames, connecting Dartford in Kent with Thurrock in Essex through steel construction.
The bridge opened on October 30, 1991, as part of the Dartford Crossing system, replacing the previous ferry service across the River Thames.
The bridge stands as the first Thames crossing east of London, marking a shift in transportation patterns for Southeast England's commercial activities.
Vehicles using the bridge must pay a toll through the Dart Charge system, with free passage available between 10 PM and 6 AM daily.
The final project of engineer Helmut Homberg, who passed away one month after the bridge's completion in 1991.
Location: Dartford
Location: Thurrock
Inception: October 30, 1991
Official opening: October 30, 1991
Length: 2,872 m
Made from material: steel
Part of: Dartford Crossing
GPS coordinates: 51.46444,0.25833
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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