The existing bridge at Runcorn was built between 1958 and 1961. When it opened in 1961 the bridge had the third longest steel arch span in the world and the longest vehicular span in the country. The bridge cost just under £3 million (£2.7 million) to build. This was funded by means of a 75% Ministry of Transport grant with the remaining 25% being met mainly by Cheshire & Lancashire County Councils. |
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