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Merchant Square Footbridge

Coordinates: 51°31′07″N 0°10′19″W / 51.5187°N 0.1719°W / 51.5187; -0.1719
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Merchant Square Footbridge.
Each section of the bridge rises independently, with separate counterweights visible at the far side
Coordinates51°31′07″N 0°10′19″W / 51.5187°N 0.1719°W / 51.5187; -0.1719
CarriesPedestrians
CrossesGrand Union Canal
LocaleMerchant Square (a development of six buildings)
OwnerEuropean Land
Characteristics
DesignLongitudinal segmented bascule with counterweights
MaterialSteel segments, concrete, hydraulic actuators, stainless steel handrails with LED downlighting
Total length20 metres (66 ft)
Width3 metres (9.8 ft)
No. of spans1
Load limitPedestrian
Clearance above2.5 metres (8 ft 2 in) at mid-channel
History
ArchitectKnight Architects
Engineering design byAKT II (structural); Eadon Consulting (mechanical, hydraulic, electrical)
Constructed byMace
Construction end2014
Location
Map
References
http://www.archdaily.com/553405/merchant-square-footbridge-knight-architects

The Merchant Square Footbridge (also known as The Fan Bridge) is a moveable pedestrian bridge spanning a canal in Paddington, London. It is architecturally and mechanically unique, being composed of five side-by side sections of varying lengths, with offset pivots to accommodate the varying lengths. When opened, the segments are brought to varying angles of elevation. The visual effect when opened has been likened to that of a Japanese fan.

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