Using weathering steel for a pedestrian and cycle link minimises weight and disruption
Said to be reminiscent of Viking longships, Scarborough Footbridge spans the River Ouse in York providing a new pedestrian and cycle link between the city centre and main railway station.
The weathering steel bridge comprises two 22m-long main river spans which are formed of prefabricated box girders with integral curved parapets and cantilevered deck plates.
Meanwhile, two 10m-long side spans cross over the existing river footpath and are formed of prefabricated u-troughs with integral parapets and deck plate to match the main river spans.
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