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M6 Construction Lune Gorge JLP01_08_083571
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M6 Construction Lune Gorge JLP01_08_083571
M6 Motorway, M6, Grayrigg, South Lakeland, Cumbria. A view of the construction of the M6 Motorway through the Lune Gorge, looking north along a stepped part of the motorway towards Low Borrowbridge.
The work on the Lune Gorge section of the M6 Motorway between Killington and Tebay (Junction 37 - Junction 38) was carried out by John Laing Construction Ltd. Work started in October 1967 and the motorway was opened to traffic in October 1970. On this section of motorway, the cliffs of rock were drilled, blasted and then rock bolted for stability
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© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1970s Civil Engineering Construction Motorway Road
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This print captures the monumental construction of the M6 Motorway through the breathtaking Lune Gorge in Grayrigg, South Lakeland, Cumbria. The image showcases a northward view along a stepped section of the motorway towards Low Borrowbridge. Undertaken by John Laing Construction Ltd. , this ambitious project involved extensive drilling, blasting, and rock bolting to ensure stability along this treacherous stretch between Killington and Tebay (Junction 37 - Junction 38). Commencing in October 1967, three years of relentless effort culminated in the opening of this crucial transportation artery to traffic in October 1970. The sheer magnitude of civil engineering prowess is evident as one gazes upon these cliffs of rock that were meticulously transformed into a smooth thoroughfare for motorists. This photograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination as it immortalizes an era when progress was etched into landscapes with unwavering resolve. A product from A© Historic England Archive, this print not only encapsulates an important milestone in British infrastructure development but also offers us a glimpse into our past. It reminds us that every road we traverse today has been shaped by countless hours of labor and innovation. Let it serve as inspiration for future generations tasked with pushing boundaries and forging new paths forward.
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