5 Amazing Facts About The A9
- Approximately 32,000 tonnes of freight (lorry cargo) are estimated to use the A9 every day. That’s equivalent to nearly 6500 elephants.
- The A9 spans over 22000 hectares, that’s 30000 football pitches.
- The highest point of the A9 is 460m above sea level at the Drumochter pass.
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- There are protected species of animal who live alongside the A9, including red squirrel, golden eagle, capercaillie, otter and wood ant.
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- The original road bridge built in 1733 at Aberfeldy, to cross over the River Tay, cost £4000. That’s the equivalent of one year’s wage for 100 people in today’s money.
Academy9 is an educational programme here to help you:
- find out more about the A9
- discover careers supported by the A9
- provided activities you can take part in to support your learning in STEM.
To find out more and get involved with Academy9 projects visit the learner area here.