This is the only way to get this close to the bridge and will give you a whole new view of it.
This cache cannot be reached via the dual carriageway and there is only one road that goes to this location.
Bridge Statistics -------------------------
Cable-stayed bridge carrying dual carriageway (D2AP) over the River Suir crossing between Waterford and Kilkenny.
Overall width: 30.60m
Over length: 465m
Main span length: 230m (Longest span in 26 counties. Foyle Bridge in Derry NI has a main span of 234m)
Side span lengths: 40, 70, 90, (230), 35m
Clearance over MHWS: 14m above MHWS
Overall Tower height: 112m (above foundation)
Height of Tower above road level: 95.6m
Tower width at base: 53m
Total length of cable: 11900m (approx)
Diameter of cables (Outer sheath): Between 250-400mm comprising between 19 and 73 strands (Approx 550km of strand)
Tower = 300t
Volume of concrete: Deck = 2700m3 approx.
Tower/Substructure = 4000m3 Approx.
Total = 6700m3
Remember!!!!!!! You cannot access this cache from the dual carriageway.
The terrain rating reflects the encroachment of brush/thorns at this location. There is NO need to climb any gates/fences in order to reach the hide area. The cache is a small plastic canister. BYOP.