 | The last widening of the bridge was completed in 1925 and gave an increased road width of 4.88m (16'-0") and pavements either side of 2.13m (7'-0"). reinforced concrete cantilevers resting on the tops of the cutwaters were anchored down to the centre of the piers. On the outer edge of these cantilevers spanning between piers are reinforced concrete beams carrying a parapet built in random stonework. Similar beams were placed against the face of the semi-circular arches and the two joined with a reinforced concrete slab. During this work the cutwaters were also rebuilt. |
Work in progress showing sections with old old cast iron widening and the concrete replacement
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| Close up of work in progress | Photograph of model in Burton Art Gallery and Museum showing the widening scheme of 1925 |
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| Opening of the widened bridge in 1925 | The widened bridge in use |
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| Extract from original 1925 drawing showing cross section of widening | Elevation at the west end before the collapse in 1968 |
Photographs reproduced by permission of the Burton Art Gallery and Museum
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