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M6 under construction JLP01_08_064260
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M6 under construction JLP01_08_064260
M6 Motorway, M6, Swynnerton, Stafford, Staffordshire. A view of the construction of the Birmingham to Preston Motorway (M6), showing Structure 348/Fb the entrance into Trentham Park, with Hanchurch Manor in the distance.
The bridge in the foreground is located at grid reference SJ In the album, the typed caption below the photograph reads Structure 348/Fb type structure for entrance into Trentham Park; in the distance is Hanchurch Manor. This was the scene of considerable operations starting with a culvert 60 0" below the level of the motorway. The whole area has been completely changed
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© Historic England Archive. John Laing Photographic Collection
1960s Bridge Civil Engineering Construction Motorway Road
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This print captures a significant moment in the construction of the M6 Motorway, specifically Structure 348/Fb, which served as the entrance into Trentham Park. The image showcases the bridge located at grid reference SJ8523240819, with Hanchurch Manor visible in the distance. Taken during the 1960s, this photograph provides a glimpse into the extensive civil engineering operations that transformed this area. The typed caption below describes Structure 348/Fb as a type structure designed for access to Trentham Park, while highlighting Hanchurch Manor's presence on the horizon. The meticulous planning and execution involved in building this motorway are evident from this snapshot. Notably, it mentions an underground culvert positioned 60 inches below ground level—a testament to both innovation and careful consideration of environmental impact. Preserved by Historic England Archive, this print offers a valuable historical record of one of Britain's most iconic roadways under construction. It serves as a reminder of how infrastructure development shapes our landscapes and connects communities.
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