A6 overbridge, view north, 21 October 1996

A6 overbridge, view north (see all photos of the same view)

After several years on a temporary diversion, the A6 is now running on its final course over its new bridge, and the cutting to the left is now being excavated.

Date
Direction of view
North
Structures visible

Structure 7 (A6 overbridge)

Roads visible

A6 Preston Road

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