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Road and rail JLP01_08_059517
Filename: jlp01_08_059517.jpg
Size: 6732 x 5245 (6.7MB)
Date: 22nd November 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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Road and rail JLP01_08_059517
M6 Motorway, M6, Acton Trussell and Bednall, South Staffordshire. A view of the construction of the Stafford/Wolverhampton railway bridge (Bridge 302) on Section A of the Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6), showing a diesel train approaching along the railway line beneath the bridge.
The work on the Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6), between junctions J13 to J16 started in June 1960 and was carried out by John Laing Construction Ltd. Section A was 51/4 miles in length between Dunston and Whitgreave. This bridge is located at grid reference SJ
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Media ID 24091365
© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1960s Bridge Construction Locomotive Motorway Railway Road Viaduct
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in the construction of the Stafford/Wolverhampton railway bridge on Section A of the Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6). The image showcases a diesel train making its way along the railway line beneath the impressive bridge, providing a sense of scale and movement. Taken during the 1960s by A© Historic England Archive, this photograph offers a glimpse into an era when major infrastructure projects were transforming transportation networks across the country. The Birmingham to Preston Motorway was one such ambitious undertaking that aimed to connect two important cities and improve accessibility for motorists. The work on this particular section of the motorway began in June 1960 under John Laing Construction Ltd. , who played a crucial role in shaping Britain's modern road network. Spanning over five miles between Dunston and Whitgreave, Section A required numerous bridges like Bridge 302 to facilitate smooth traffic flow. The viaduct depicted here stands as an engineering marvel, seamlessly integrating road and rail transport. Its elegant design not only allows vehicles to pass overhead but also accommodates trains passing below with ease. As we admire this historic snapshot, it serves as a reminder of our nation's commitment to progress and innovation. It symbolizes how infrastructure development has shaped our lives while preserving glimpses of our past for future generations.
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