This is a single suspension bridge from the Bridgemeister historical inventory of suspension bridges.

1826: Broughton

Lancashire, England, United Kingdom - River Irwell
Bridgemeister ID:379 (added before 2003)
Year Completed:1826
Name:Broughton
Also Known As:Gerald Road
Location:Lancashire, England, United Kingdom
Crossing:River Irwell
References:AAJ, BOB, HBE, MOS, SBR
Use:Vehicular
Status:Replaced, 1914
Main Cables:Chain (iron)
Main Span:1 x 44.3 meters (145.5 feet)
Deck width:18.25 feet

Notes:

  • Famously collapsed under weight of marching troops April 12, 1831. Was rebuilt and strengthened and eventually replaced in 1914.


Dave Cooper and Patrick S. O'Donnell contributed to the information and/or images for this bridge.

Do you have any information or photos about this bridge that you would like to share? Please email david.denenberg@bridgemeister.com.

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