These photographs show the new North Shore Bridge spanning the River Tees. Some of the photographs show the River Tees at dawn, just before work commenced to lift the final span of the spectacular new North Shore bridge over the River Tees into position. Some show the span in place, still supported by the massive crane.
The 290 tonne arch was built at Corus Steel. It spans 180 metres and is 40 metres above the Tees at its highest point. The design of this bridge is unique, there isn’t a similar structure anywhere in the world. The bridge was completed on 5th September 2008 and is yet to be named.
Photographs courtesy of Tim Hardy.
The name for this bridge was announced on Sept. 11th 2008. It will be known as the “Infinity Bridge”. The name was selected by a panel of representatives from Tees Valley Regeneration, Stockton Council, English Partnerships and One NorthEast, from those submitted by members of the public. Apparently, the shape of the bridge resembles the mathematical symbol for infinity. Other suggested names included The Will Hay Bridge, The Stockton Smile, The Wave, Tees Valley Together Bridge, Varsity Bridge and the tongue in cheek The Big Fat Greasy Parmo Bridge!