Statements (60)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
bridge
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| gptkbp:bicycleParking |
yes
|
| gptkbp:built |
gptkb:BAM_Nuttall
3 years weather delays |
| gptkbp:communityEvents |
hosted events
|
| gptkbp:communityFeedback |
generally positive
gathered through surveys |
| gptkbp:communityInvolvement |
local consultations held
|
| gptkbp:communitySupport |
strong local support
|
| gptkbp:connects |
Hamworthy_and_Poole_Town
|
| gptkbp:constructionMaterial |
steel
|
| gptkbp:constructionStarted |
2009
|
| gptkbp:crosses |
gptkb:Poole_Harbour
|
| gptkbp:culturalImpact |
featured in local tourism materials
|
| gptkbp:design |
recognized for innovative design
distinctive twin sails |
| gptkbp:designedBy |
gptkb:Foster_and_Partners
|
| gptkbp:electronicSystems |
high tidal range
won several awards advanced engineering techniques used incorporates innovative technology comprised of experts in bridge design |
| gptkbp:emergencyServices |
provided
|
| gptkbp:environmentalImpact |
designed to minimize disruption
|
| gptkbp:features |
two lifting sails
|
| gptkbp:futurePlans |
potential upgrades
|
| gptkbp:height |
25 meters
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Twin Sails Bridge
|
| gptkbp:inspiration |
sailing ships
|
| gptkbp:length |
145 meters
|
| gptkbp:lighting |
LED lights
|
| gptkbp:localEconomy |
boosted local economy
|
| gptkbp:localGovernment |
supported by local government initiatives
|
| gptkbp:localHistory |
part_of_Poole's_maritime_heritage
|
| gptkbp:localNames |
The Sails
|
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Poole,_England
|
| gptkbp:maintenance |
gptkb:Poole_Borough_Council
regular inspections |
| gptkbp:mediaCoverage |
featured in various media outlets
|
| gptkbp:offers |
£3.5 million
|
| gptkbp:opened |
2012
|
| gptkbp:openingHours |
24/7
hydraulic system |
| gptkbp:passenger_traffic |
approximately 10,000 vehicles per day
reduced congestion automated system |
| gptkbp:photography |
popular among photographers
|
| gptkbp:politicalRole |
source of pride for residents
|
| gptkbp:public_transport_access |
yes
|
| gptkbp:publicAccess |
integrated art installations
|
| gptkbp:publicTransport |
bus routes available
|
| gptkbp:safetyFeatures |
CCTV surveillance
|
| gptkbp:serves |
road traffic
|
| gptkbp:significance |
iconic landmark
|
| gptkbp:style |
modern architecture
|
| gptkbp:sustainability |
eco-friendly materials used
|
| gptkbp:touristAttraction |
yes
|
| gptkbp:type |
bascule bridge
|
| gptkbp:viewingPlatform |
yes
|