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Concrete batching plant JLP01_11_56741_06
Filename: jlp01_11_56741_06.jpg
Size: 5318 x 5354 (6.4MB)
Date: 1st December 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
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Concrete batching plant JLP01_11_56741_06
Second Severn Crossing, M4 Motorway, New Passage, Pilning and Severn Beach, South Gloucestershire. A view of the construction of the Second Severn Crossing, showing cranes on platforms and a concrete batching plant on a barge during the installation of concrete caissons.
This image was catalogued as part of the Breaking New Ground Project in partnership with the John Laing Charitable Trust in 2019-20
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 24110721
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1990s Bridge Construction Motorway
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in the construction of the Second Severn Crossing, an iconic bridge that connects New Passage to Pilning and Severn Beach in South Gloucestershire. The image showcases the intricate process involved in building this architectural marvel during the 1990s. The focal point of the picture is a concrete batching plant situated on a barge, strategically positioned amidst cranes on platforms. This unique setup was instrumental in facilitating the installation of concrete caissons, which form an essential part of the bridge's foundation. The photograph belongs to Historic England's Breaking New Ground Project, undertaken in collaboration with the John Laing Charitable Trust between 2019 and 2020. It serves as a testament to their dedication towards preserving and documenting Britain's rich industrial heritage. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era where innovation met engineering prowess. The sheer scale of this construction project is awe-inspiring, reminding us of humanity's ability to conquer seemingly insurmountable challenges. Through its composition and subject matter, this image encapsulates not only a pivotal moment in transportation history but also pays homage to all those who contributed their expertise and labor towards making it possible. It stands as a visual reminder of our collective achievements and serves as inspiration for future generations embarking on their own groundbreaking endeavors.
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