Queensway Tunnel

GPTKB entity

Statements (54)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf tunnel
gptkbp:access multiple entry and exit points
gptkbp:aroma mechanical ventilation system
gptkbp:communityEngagement local community involvement in planning
gptkbp:communityImpact improved connectivity for local communities
gptkbp:connects gptkb:Liverpool
Birkenhead
gptkbp:constructionMaterial 1934
£3 million
reinforced concrete
steel and concrete
gptkbp:constructionStarted 1925
gptkbp:culturalImpact featured in films and media
gptkbp:depth approximately 30 feet
gptkbp:design gptkb:Sir_Basil_Spence
cut-and-cover
gptkbp:electronicSystems overcame significant engineering challenges during construction
incorporated innovative engineering techniques.
gptkbp:emergencyServices yes
conducted regularly
detailed emergency response plans
quick response teams available
gptkbp:environmentalImpact studies conducted
closed during severe weather conditions
gptkbp:futurePlans upgrades and expansions planned
gptkbp:historicalEvent site of significant events in history
gptkbp:historicalPeriod efforts to preserve historical aspects
gptkbp:historicalSignificance first underwater tunnel in the UK
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Queensway Tunnel
gptkbp:landmark recognized as a historical landmark
gptkbp:length 2.1 miles
gptkbp:lighting LED lights
gptkbp:location gptkb:Liverpool
gptkbp:maintenance regular inspections
gptkbp:namedAfter Queensway
gptkbp:opened 1934
gptkbp:operator Merseytravel
gptkbp:partOf A5036 road
gptkbp:passenger_traffic motor vehicles
real-time monitoring systems
over 30,000 vehicles per day
monitored and reported
managed to reduce congestion in surrounding areas
gptkbp:publicAccess art installations present
high safety standards maintained
gptkbp:publicTransport buses and taxis allowed
gptkbp:renovated 2000s
several upgrades since opening
gptkbp:safetyFeatures fire suppression system
gptkbp:significance important transport link
gptkbp:sustainability efforts to reduce environmental footprint
gptkbp:toll no tolls
gptkbp:touristAttraction yes
gptkbp:type road tunnel