Royal Albert Bridge, Railway truss bridge in Plymouth, England
The Royal Albert Bridge spans 414 meters across the River Tamar with two main iron lattice sections supported by central pier at 30 meters height.
Engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel completed this railway connection between Devon and Cornwall in 1859, marking a major advancement in Victorian engineering methods.
The bridge received Grade I listed status in 1952, recognizing its exceptional architectural design and engineering significance for British industrial heritage.
The structure continues to carry regular train services between Plymouth and Saltash, serving as a critical transportation link for the Cornwall railway line.
The bridge construction required an innovative cylindrical caisson measuring 11.5 meters in diameter to establish foundations in the deep riverbed.
Location: City of Plymouth
Location: Saltash
Inception: April 1859
Architects: Isambard Kingdom Brunel
Official opening: May 2, 1859
Height: 30 m
Length: 414 m
GPS coordinates: 50.40764,-4.20333
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:48
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