Thursday, January 25, 2007

The Bridges of Barnstaple

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The Longbridge at Barnstaple across the the River Taw has carried traffic for centuries. But, now the town suffocates in cars and trucks.

Behold, the Downstream Bridge...

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Carrying the Barnstaple Western Bypass, this ugly concrete structure is nearly complete. Springtime sees the bypass open and Barnstaple's traffic woes disappear.

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:: Posted by pete @ 21:39