Brigham Bridge Replacement Pictures

On Monday 24th June 2002 work started on removing an obstacle that has stopped boats using a mile and a half of canal. This page documents this in pictures and video.
Thanks to Michael Askin for the content of this page, pictures text and Video supplied by Michael © Copyright Michael Askin.

Before replacement Work starts
The bridge before any work. Removing the ramps to the fixed bridge.
 Removing old bridge Boat through
The last piece of the bridge removed. First boat through the removed bridge.
 At Snakeholme lock Man removing wall

The next obstacle is a lock at Snakeholme, but at least we can now get to it by boat.

Levelling the brickwork to accommodate the bigger bridge.

 Working Laying concrete
Making the new base for the bridge. Lots of concrete to level.
Awaiting the lift Bridge on low loader

The 100 ton crane waits to lift the new bridge into place.

The new bridge on the low loader.
Lifting bridge in place Bridge in place
Yorkshire Post photographer takes a picture. Sue Webster looks on.
 Lowering hand rails Bridge deck
The railings. Job done... lets go home.