Hylton Viaduct, Box girder bridge in Wearside, England.
The Hylton Viaduct spans across the River Wear, connecting North Hylton and South Hylton in Sunderland through the A19 road system.
Construction of the steel structure began in the late 1960s but experienced delays until 1971 due to national concerns regarding box girder design safety.
Jean Temple, who worked as a shorthand typist and secretary, performed the official opening ceremony of the bridge in September 1974.
The viaduct maintains a height clearance of 15 meters above the River Wear, accommodating both vehicular traffic and pedestrian walkways.
The bridge stands at the exact location where a chain ferry service operated until 1915, marking a transition in local transportation methods.
Inception: 1974
Official opening: 1974
Made from material: steel
GPS coordinates: 54.90440,-1.45820
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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