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The Forth Bridge

compressed air, to a depth of 90 ft (27 m). At its peak, approximately 4,600 workers were employed in its construction. Initially, it was recorded that 57 lives were lost; however, after extensive research by local historians, the figure was increased to 98. Eight men were saved by boats positioned in the river under the working areas.  Forth Bridge Carries Rail traffic Crosses Firth of Forth Edinburgh, Inchgarvie and Locale Fife, Scotland Balfour Beatty under Maintained by contract to Network Rail Sir John Fowler and Sir Designer Benjamin Baker Design Cantilever bridge Total length 2,528.7 metres (8,296 ft) Longest span 2 of 521.3 m (1710 ft) Clearance below 46 metres (151 ft) Opened 4 March 1890