The Thames Tunnel

GPTKB entity

Properties (54)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf Tunnel
gptkbp:affiliatedWith Roads and pathways
gptkbp:architecturalStyle Victorian architecture
gptkbp:associated_with Brunel_family
gptkbp:awards Various accolades
gptkbp:builder gptkb:Marc_Isambard_Brunel
gptkbp:built 1825
1843
18 years
Cut and cover
Soft ground tunneling
Shield_tunneling
gptkbp:community_engagement Local history tours
gptkbp:community_impact Boosted local economy
gptkbp:constructionMaterial Brick and iron
gptkbp:crosses gptkb:River_Thames
gptkbp:cultural_significance Tourist attraction
gptkbp:culturalHeritage Literature and films
gptkbp:current_use Pedestrian and vehicle access
gptkbp:depth 75 feet
gptkbp:drainageBasin Yes
gptkbp:education Engineering studies
gptkbp:environmental_impact Minimal
gptkbp:famous_for Engineering innovation
gptkbp:funding Private investment
gptkbp:future_plans Continued preservation efforts
gptkbp:height 3,900 feet
gptkbp:historical_figure gptkb:Isambard_Kingdom_Brunel
gptkbp:historicalSignificance Extensive records available
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Thames Tunnel
gptkbp:impact Influenced future tunnel construction
gptkbp:is_part_of gptkb:Thames_Path
gptkbp:legacy Grade II listed building
gptkbp:length 1,200 meters
gptkbp:location gptkb:River_Thames
gptkbp:maintenance Regular inspections
gptkbp:media_coverage Numerous documentaries and articles
gptkbp:notable_feature Brick_lining
gptkbp:opened 1843
gptkbp:owner gptkb:London_Underground
gptkbp:provides_access_to 1845
Yes
gptkbp:public_transport_access gptkb:London_Underground
Part of transport network.
gptkbp:purpose Transport of goods
gptkbp:relatedEvent gptkb:Great_Exhibition_1851
gptkbp:renovated 2007
£3 million
Restoration and safety improvements
gptkbp:safetyFeatures Modern safety systems
gptkbp:significance First underwater tunnel in the world
gptkbp:style Brick_arch
gptkbp:type Underwater tunnel
gptkbp:visitorsPerYear Over 100,000