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The crossing is a key part of the new infrastructure being provided by Devon County Council to enable economic development in the area to the east of Exeter.
The twin-arch bowstring structure is more than 100m long and weighs more than 230t. Its remaining side span will be craned into place next weekend. Carillion is contractor for the scheme and it was designed by Parsons Brinkerhoff.
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“The lift has gone very smoothly and we are absolutely delighted with the result,” said Parsons Brinkerhoff director of engineering Dr Steve Denton. “It will be an iconic landmark for Exeter, marking the gateway to the city as well as being an important step forward for infrastructure. It is the first on the UK road network to be designed and constructed to the new Eurocode design standards, which are currently being introduced across all EU member states.”
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