Hatfield Tunnel
The Hatfield Tunnel is the tenth longest road tunnel in the UK. It is located on A1(M) motorway and provides a crucial link between London and North England. Below are some key features and specifications of this tunnel:
- The length is approximately 1,147 meters, and this tunnel was built in 1986.
- This tunnel was opened to solve the problem of congestion and allow the A1(M) to pass through the town.
- This tunnel was developed using the cut-and-cover method, which involves digging a trench, making a tunnel inside it, and then covering it back to its original form.
- This tunnel is provided with a ventilation system for ensuring air and the the safety of drivers.
- The tunnel also provides modern lighting to allow visibility for vehicles that pass through.
Top 10 Longest Tunnels in the UK
The list of longest tunnels in the UK are the Queensway Tunnel, Kingsway Tunnel, Hindhead Tunnel, Limehouse Link Tunnel, Tyne Tunnel, Rotherhithe Tunnel, Dartford Tunnel, Heathrow Airside Road Tunnel, Blackwall Tunnel and Hatfield Tunnel.
In this article, we are going to learn about each of the tunnels in the list.
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