"This iconic bridge is an extremely rare example of a crescent arch bridge. The design of a crescent arch is that of an arch which begins as a solid rib at each end, and which splits apart and becomes a braced rib in the middle of the span." [HistoricBridges]
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| BridgeInfo "Tyne Bridge was designed by engineering firm Mott, Hay and Anderson and was built by Dorman Long & Co. who later built the Sydney Harbour Bridge." |
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| CleanVictoria "At the time Tyne Bridge was the longest single-span bridge in operation globally. Tyne Bridge spans 162 meters and has a height of 59 meters. The towers were designed to be warehouses with five separate floors each but to this day they remain incomplete inside without levels." |
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Flickr, Tyne & Wear Archives & MuseumsView of the Tyne Bridge from GatesheadView of the Tyne Bridge from Gateshead, 2 February 1928, showing the two halves getting closer together (TWAM ref. 3730/15/6). The Tyne Bridge is one of the North East’s most iconic landmarks. These photographs were taken by James Bacon & Sons of Newcastle and document its construction from March 1927 to October 1928. They belonged to James Geddie, who was Chief Assistant Engineer on the construction of the Bridge with Dorman, Long & Co. Ltd. of Middlesbrough. |
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| Bridges Now and Then posted Construction of the Tyne Bridge, Newcastle, 1928. (Found on Reddit) |
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Flickr, Tyne & Wear Archives & MuseumsFlags fly above the Tyne Bridge in celebrationFlags fly above the Tyne Bridge to celebrate the completion of its arch, 27 February 1928 (TWAM ref. 3730/15/13). |
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| Bridges Now and Then posted A view of support masts and cables holding Northeast England's Tyne Bridge in place as it is constructed, November 29, 1927. (Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums) Flickr Support mast and cables on the Tyne BridgeView of support mast and cables holding the Tyne Bridge in place as it is constructed, 29 November 1927 (TWAM ref. 3730/15/3). |
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| Matthew Wilson commented on BN&T's post My Great Grandfather was the foreman on the construction, Grand Father and Great Uncle's were the crew. Albert Wilson , Albert Wilson (Ted) , Joseph Wilson, Ed Wilson. |
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| Dennis DeBruler commented on Matthew Wilson's comment Matthew Wilson Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums An historic moment as the Newcastle and Gateshead sides of the Tyne Bridge meet, 23 February 1928 (TWAM ref. 3730/15/11). The remaining 9 inch gap was closed by adjusting the holding back cables. This lowered the two halves of the arch so that they closed together. The Tyne Bridge is one of the North East’s most iconic landmarks. These photographs were taken by James Bacon & Sons of Newcastle and document its construction from March 1927 to October 1928. They belonged to James Geddie, who was Chief Assistant Engineer on the construction of the Bridge with Dorman, Long & Co. Ltd. of Middlesbrough. |
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| DJ Aerial Photography posted Seven Bridges of the Tyne – Newcastle & Gateshead The River Tyne isn’t just a stretch of water – it’s a stage, and the stars of the show are its seven bridges linking Newcastle and Gateshead. From the iconic Tyne Bridge (opened in 1928 and a cousin to Sydney Harbour Bridge) to the sleek and modern Gateshead Millennium Bridge (the world’s first tilting bridge), each has its own character. Add in the Swing Bridge, High Level Bridge, Redheugh Bridge, King Edward VII Bridge and Queen Elizabeth II Metro Bridge, and you’ve got one of the most recognisable skylines in Britain. This view really shows them all lined up like proud guardians of the Tyne – with the Millennium Bridge front and centre, the Sage to the left, and a whole sweep of Tyneside life unfolding either side. Whether you’re a history buff, an architecture fan, or just someone who likes a good stroll across a bridge, this stretch of river has it all. DJ Aerial Photography shared |
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