Why is the Dartford Crossing the A282?
Why is the Dartford Crossing the A282? The Dartford Crossing (comprising the Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge) over the Thames in the east and its approach roads are designated A282, because the first Tunnel was built in the 1960s as a local connection.
Are there 2 Dartford tunnels?
Two tunnels and a bridge have been constructed at Dartford to allow people cross the River Thames. When work on the crossings took place in the 1950s a lot of workers suffered daily from decompression sickness, also known as 'The Bends'.
Why is the A282 not the M25?
Despite all the hype, the M25 isn't even a full circle. The Dartford Crossing (comprising the Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge) over the Thames in the east and its approach roads are designated A282, because the first Tunnel was built in the 1960s as a local connection.
Do the French own the Dartford Crossing?
The Dartford Crossing is owned by the UK Government. Highways England manages the crossing on behalf of the Department for Transport.
Why does the M25 become the A282 at Dartford?
Despite all the hype, the M25 isn't even a full circle. The Dartford Crossing (comprising the Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge) over the Thames in the east and its approach roads are designated A282, because the first Tunnel was built in the 1960s as a local connection.
What routes to avoid Dartford Crossing?
The Dartford Crossing itself is on the road labelled A282. If you wish to avoid taking the crossing, travelling southbound, you must exit the motorway at Junction 30, taking the A13 west into London central or A13 east towards Stanford-le-Hope and Southend-on-Sea.