A49 underbridge, view north, 4 October 1994
A49 underbridge, view north (see all photos of the same view)
At this stage the A49 was on its original line with the new underbridge being constructed off line to the west. The course of the A49 was straightened slightly when it was diverted under the new bridge.
Date
4 October 1994
(see all photos from this date)
Direction of view
North
Structures visible
Structure 5 (A49 underbridge)
Roads visible
A49 Wigan Road
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