M61 interchange, overhead view west, 12 January 1995

M61 interchange, view west (see all photos of the same view)

The first earthworks and foundations for the viaduct across the M61 are seen in more detail here. Two rows of bridge piers have been completed and a third is being formed inside scaffolding.

Date
Direction of view
West
Structures visible

Structure 14/14a (M61 interchange bridges)

Roads visible

M61 motorway

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