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===Delays in construction===
The originally intended installation date was 10 April 2009. This date was missed, with the General Manager reporting in May that it was primarily due to the fabricator underestimating the complicated nature of the construction of the main span. Whilst the main stairwells were complete the main span still needed considerable work to complete.<ref name=SVR168>SVR News 168</ref> During April the end columns were in situ and the 'cross girders' lifted into place using [[Smiths, Rodley DW35 6-ton steam crane|'Toby Jiblets']], the 6-ton steam crane.<ref>[https://youtu.be/_CqgBV7cEqU Sharpo's World on Youtube]</ref> However with the main running season underway the decision was taken to delay the installation until September/October giving sufficient time for the main span to be completed to a high standard. The installation could then take place during daylight hours when the line is clear.
Erection of the bridge eventually took place on Monday 12 October 2009. [[D8188]] brought the main span and stairwells by rail to the site, where they were lifted into place by the [[Cowans Sheldon 30-ton steam crane RS 1087|30-ton steam crane]].<ref name=SVR168/> The bridge opened for public use from 24 October to 1 November 2009 before closing for a few days to enable final detailing work to take place.
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