This is a single suspension bridge from the Bridgemeister historical inventory of suspension bridges.
1930: Sappers'
Betws-y-Coed, Wales, United Kingdom - River Conwy
| Bridgemeister ID: | 445 (added before 2003) |
| Year Completed: | 1930 |
| Name: | Sappers' |
| Location: | Betws-y-Coed, Wales, United Kingdom |
| Crossing: | River Conwy |
| Coordinates: | 53.09221 N 3.79928 W |
| Maps: | Acme, GeoHack, Google, OpenStreetMap |
| Principals: | David Rowell & Co. |
| Use: | Footbridge |
| Status: | Closed, December 2021 (last checked: 2023) |
| Main Cables: | Wire (steel) |
| Suspended Spans: | 1 |
Notes:
- 2021, December: Closed due to deteriorating condition. Repairs expected to start in April 2022.
- 2023, February: Still closed. May be replaced.
Annotated Citations:
- Evans, Hari. "Near century old Snowdonia wobbly bridge that's rotting away and may soon be replaced." North Wales Live, 9 Feb. 2023, https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/near-century-old-snowdonia-wobbly-26198160.
"The suspension bridge used to be renowned for its wobbly midpoint and was a key shortcut across the River Conwy for locals and tourists. However, structural reviews conducted last year found that virtually the entire bridge would need to be refurbished, with the entire timber deck as well as other parts replaced completely."
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