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Open-spandrel crossing replaces 18th-century stone Lake District bridge destroyed by Storm Desmond
The UK’s first stainless steel road bridge has opened in the Lakeland village of Pooley Bridge, designed by Knight Architects.
The 40m open-spandrel crossing replaces an 18th-century listed stone bridge over the River Eamont which was destroyed by floods caused by Storm Desmond five years ago.
A temporary bailey bridge was installed after the catastrophe because the route was a critical link for residents and tourists in the Lake District, but the new bridge has been welcomed by relieved locals.
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