SCRCA structure 285640: Bridge SAC/277 - Wastebank Tunnel

SCRCA Location Introduction

Wastebank Tunnel is 164 yards (150 metres) long.

This Location Record is for the underground section of the tunnel and the geolocation data (latitude & longitude) relates to the approximate mid-point between the two tunnel-mouths (see 'Associated Locations' below).

Note: Tunnel interiors cannot be photographed by SCRCA Project volunteers.

Key details from the Location Record

Location Type
Bridge (Tunnel)
Location Variant
Not Applicable
Assessment status
Assessed
Current Use(s)
Railway ops
Shown on a land plan?
Yes 
Construction / installation period
2: MR construction phase (1869 to 31st Dec 1876)
Distance from London St.Pancras
285 miles and 52 chains
Position relative to running lines
Above
Visibility
This location is NOT visible from nearby publicly accessible land.
Accessibility (ease of access)
No Access
Protection Category
Conservation Area Only
Geographic Location
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Context views

Note: Tunnel interiors cannot be photographed by SCRCA Project volunteers.

Note: Tunnel interiors cannot be photographed by SCRCA Project volunteers.

Associated Locations

 

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