The approach viaduct and retaining walls were constructed in precast blocks that were wire brushed to create a rough finish.
There are calls by local architects to open Exchange station extending over Leeds Street to the north and onto the approach viaduct.
The approach viaducts are of a segmental bridge design.
Deck-raising began at each tower until crews met at the center, extending out to the approach viaducts.
In this manner, the needed height was attained and the approach viaducts were kept to a minimum length.
The approach viaducts on each side of the bridge both comprise three masonry arches.
The approach viaducts from the eastern shore are largely complete and located just north of and parallel to the existing truss viaduct.
The structural concept of the bridge over the river Chenab is a large span arch over the river, with approach viaducts on either side.
The numbers of bearings have been minimized, particularly on the approach viaduct, through the use of continuous construction.
During construction part of the southern approach viaduct collapsed on August 5, 1999.