Episode 2 of 3
Construction Challenges
- When
- 1873-1877
- Where
- Tay Bridge construction site
Deep bedrock issues and design changes caused delays and increased costs during the bridge's construction phase.
By December 1873, the bedrock was found too deep for pier foundations. A new contract was issued in 1874. Design changes increased costs, and two high girders fell during lifting in February 1877, causing further delays.
Sources
- Tay Bridge Wikipedia, revision of 2026-04-22
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