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Historic Spey Viaduct Collapses, Area Cordoned Off

12/14/2025

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The Spey Viaduct, built in 1886, collapsed into the River Spey in Moray, Scotland.
350-foot bridge was popular with cyclists and walkers and forms part of Speyside Way and National Cycle Network.
Richard Lochhead, Scottish National Party (SNP) MSP for Moray, said he is in contact with Moray Council to learn last-inspection details and future plans.
Moray Council has cordoned off the area and closed the bridge until further notice.

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Story summary

The Spey Viaduct, built in 1886, collapsed into the River Spey in Moray, Scotland.
350-foot bridge was popular with cyclists and walkers and forms part of Speyside Way and National Cycle Network.
Richard Lochhead, Scottish National Party (SNP) MSP for Moray, said he is in contact with Moray Council to learn last-inspection details and future plans.
Moray Council has cordoned off the area and closed the bridge until further notice.