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The pylon on the English side of the river, photographed from the
Severn Bridge
Aust Severn Powerline Crossing is the longest powerline span in the UK with a span width of 1,618 m (5,308 ft).[1] Aust Severn Powerline Crossing, which crosses the River Severn, is part of the National Grid. It was built by J L Eve & Co and is situated south of Severn Bridge at Aust. It is mounted on two pylons, each 148.75 m (488 ft) tall. The pylon on the English side of the River Severn stands on a caisson accessible by a small bridge.
There is also a tunnel crossing for the 'Supergrid' at this point
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Coordinates: 51°36′22″N 2°38′33″W / 51.60611, -2.6425
