Craigavon Bridge, Multi-level road bridge in Derry, United Kingdom
Craigavon Bridge is a double-decker road structure made of reinforced concrete that crosses the River Foyle, connecting the eastern and western parts of the city. The structure has two separate roadways stacked above one another and creates a distinctive outline on the skyline.
The original steel bridge from 1863 was replaced by this concrete structure, whose construction was completed in 1933 under the guidance of City Architect Matthew A Robinson. The design reflected the modern engineering style of that era.
At the western entrance stands a bronze sculpture called Hands Across the Divide, representing connections between different communities in Northern Ireland. The statue gives visitors a physical place to pause and reflect on bridges between groups.
The structure provides two separate roadways for traffic, with the lower level originally converted from a railway line to a road in 1968. Pedestrians and cyclists should be aware of the two different traffic levels when crossing the area.
The structure is one of the few double-decker road bridges in Europe and stands out through its unusual construction. Visible murals at both ends remain and recall its former function as a railway line.
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