Scammonden Bridge, Deck arch bridge in Kirklees, England
The bridge spans across the M62 motorway with a total length of 656 feet and reaches a height of 120 feet above the Deanhead cutting.
The construction began in January 1967 under Sir Alfred McAlpine's direction, requiring the largest single excavation for any British motorway at that time.
Engineers conducted extensive wind tunnel tests at the University of Nottingham to ensure the structure could withstand winds reaching 110 mph.
The structure connects the B6114 road between Elland and Buckstones, providing essential transport links across West Yorkshire's motorway network.
In 2020, permanent anti-climb fencing was installed on both sides of the bridge, marking a significant modification to its original design.
Official opening: December 10, 1970
Made from material: concrete
GPS coordinates: 53.64770,-1.93100
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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