M6 interchange, view north, 14 February 1997

M6 interchange, view north (see all photos of the same view)

A closer view can be seen of the finishing work on the viaduct and the north bridge at the M6 interchange; on the near edge of the viaduct shuttering can be seen that is used to form the parapet along the edge of the structure.

Date
14 February 1997 (see all photos from this date)
Direction of view
North
Structures visible

Structure 4/4a/4c (M6 interchange bridges)

Roads visible

A6 Preston Road

M6 motorway

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