The Forth Rail Bridge viewed from South Queensferry during a recent visit to Edinburgh.
Opened on March 4th 1890 the Forth Rail Bridge took 7 years to build, even today, it is regarded as an engineering marvel. It is 2.5 km (1.5 miles) in length, and the double track is elevated 46 m (approx. 150 ft) above high tide. It consists of two main spans of 1,710 ft (520 m), two side spans of 675 ft, 15 approach spans of 168 ft (51 m), and five of 25 ft (7.6 m).[3] Each main span comprises two 680 ft (210 m) cantilever arms supporting a central 350 ft (110 m) span girder bridge. The three great four-tower cantilever structures are 340 ft (104 m) tall, each 70 ft (21 m) diameter foot resting on a separate foundation. The southern group of foundations had to be constructed as caissons under compressed air, to a depth of 90 ft (27 m). At its peak, approximately 4,600 workers were employed in its construction
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Eva Wilander 33 months ago | reply
You have such amazing photos - this one for sure is a favorite!
urlcool 32 months ago | reply
All I say is WOW, great colours, great bridge
saturdayUK 30 months ago | reply
Hi, love your Edinburgh shot. Could I use it for the default image on my Mobile Club Guide website? I've gotten Perth, Australia and also Brisbane, Australia on board and have added a link to their profile.
Could I do the same with yours?
You can see the site at www.mobileclubguide.com/ and how I am crediting photographers.
theo0023 23 months ago | reply
Really dramatic at night. Great shot!